The Recall Desk
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

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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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