The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21E026000·Announced 2021-04-09

BorgWarner Recalls Ford and GM Start Stop Accumulators for Oil Leak Risk

BorgWarner is recalling specific Ford and GM start/stop accumulators because missing or loose bolts may cause oil leaks, increasing the risk of transmission failure or fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (missing/loose bolts) that can lead to loss of transmission function and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

BorgWarner is recalling certain Ford and GM Start Stop Accumulator (SSA) parts, including part numbers JM5P7P184BE, JM5P7P184CB, JM5P7P184CA, 24292629, and 24292557. The recall addresses a defect where the start/stop accumulator may have missing or loose bolts, which allows oil to leak.

An oil leak from these components can cause a loss of transmission function, which increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the oil leak can increase the risk of a fire if it comes into contact with an ignition source.

The remedy for this recall is still under development, and the manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact BorgWarner customer service at 1-864-710-9450 for more information. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION recall
Manufacturer
BorgWarner
Category
Vehicle — Power Train
Hazard
Affected units
515

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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