NHTSA recall 16V183000
Engine And Engine Cooling · Ford Motor Company
March 31, 2016report date
1,543units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2016 Ford Explorer, 2015 Lincoln Mkc, 2016 Lincoln Mkc.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V183000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.