Ford product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 18, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2015–2019 Ford — 5 models

Recall number

18V894000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 410,289 units

Why it was recalled

When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.