FORD EXPLORER 2016: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V183000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-05-18 | 2016-03-31 | 2016-03-31 |
Production Dates: 2014-10-20 - 2016-01-28
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 16S14
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1543
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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.
