Ford Everest, Ranger Recall R/2020/103: Transmission Fluid Pump Gear Failure Can Cause A Loss Of Hydraulic Fluid Pressure In The…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 28 Apr 2020
- Launched
- 6,330
- vehicles in the UK
- 20S10
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Everest, Ranger vehicles built between 29 November 2017 and 15 October 2019. Transmission fluid pump gear failure. The dealer will update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Transmission fluid pump gear failure.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMP GEAR FAILURE CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION Defect: Transmission fluid pump gear failure Remedy: Update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION.
The Fix
The dealer will update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Everest, Ranger built between 29 November 2017 and 15 October 2019 may be included. Ford estimates 6,330 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 20S10 or the DVSA reference R/2020/103. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RangerEngine failure | Urgent | R/2026/289 | |
| Kuga, RangerPotential exhaust gas recirculation valve failure | Urgent | R/2026/160 | |
| RangerHigh voltage battery tray retaining bracket replacement | Urgent | R/2026/123 | |
| RangerAutomatic Transmission no reverse | Low | R/2026/174 | |
| RangerTransmission oil pump gears software update | Low | R/2026/127 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2019/454 on 16 Apr 2020, for engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing. The one launched after it was R/2020/126 on 18 May 2020, for over time the function of the takata nadi airbag inflator can degrade due to air and…. You can also see every Ford recall and all recalls launched in 2020.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/103, launched 28 April 2020. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.