NHTSA Recall 16V183000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V183000; Date: Mar. 31, 2016
Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Ford Explorer; 2015 Lincoln MKC; 2016 Lincoln MKC
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,543
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Lincoln mkc vehicles manufactured November 25, 2013, to January 25, 2016, and 2016 Ford explorer vehicles manufactured October 20, 2014, to January 28, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with 2. 3l gtdi engines and engine block heaters. These engine block heaters have elements that may overheat while plugged in.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and replace the electrical cord, as necessary. The recall began on may 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s14. Note: owners should not use the engine block heater until the vehicle has been remedied.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 18, 2016
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