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Automotive · United States · 2026-01-15

FORD was recalled in United States on 2026-01-15. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in._x000D_ An electrical shor…

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CountryUnited States
CategoryAutomotive
Published2026-01-15
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Models affectedEXPLORER, FOCUS
Model year2019, 2024, 2016-2018
Units affected2403
DefectFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in._x000D_ An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
ComponentEQUIPMENT
RemedyOwners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed February 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in April 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026. This recall expands previous recall number 25V685.
Recall number26V012000
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