NHTSA Recall 18V592000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V592000; Date: Sep. 10, 2018
an overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Ford C-max; 2014 Ford C-max; 2015 Ford C-max; 2012 Ford Focus Electric; 2013 Ford Focus Electric; 2014 Ford Focus Electric; 2015 Ford Focus Electric; 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid; 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid; 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid
Component: Equipment:electrical
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 49,197
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 120v convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 ford c-max energi and fusion energi vehicles and 2012-2015 ford focus electric vehicles. cords with part numbers fm58-10b706-aa, fm58-10b706-ab, fm58-10b706-ac, fm58-10b706-ad, fm58-10b706-ae and fm58-10b706-af were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house's outlet or wiring can cause the cord to overheat and melt.
How to Fix:
ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120v convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin september 17, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18s24.
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.
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