2015-2016 Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKC recall: engine

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 31, 2016. It covers about 1,543 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,543
reported: Mar 31, 2016
owners notified: May 18, 2016
related complaints: 563

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 16V183000

Affected vehicles

Ford Explorer 2016 2016
Lincoln MKC 2015-2016 2015 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 563 complaints about engine problems.

2016 Ford Explorer 2015 Lincoln MKC 2016 Lincoln MKC

Questions about recall 16V183000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKC engine?

Yes. Recall 16V183000, reported on March 31, 2016, covers about 1,543 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V183000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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