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Vehicle recall 20V263000 · May 8, 2020

Ford Mustang and Expedition

The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Consequence
If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S21.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
20V263000
Reported to NHTSA
May 8, 2020
Filed by
Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer campaign
20S21
Owner notification
May 26, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected
10,460
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel; Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)
Recall 20V263000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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