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Ford · United States · Crit

Ford F-150, F-450 +3 more: Engine

Affects Ford F-150, F-450, F-350, F-250, F-550 · 2015–2019 — about 410K vehicles.

The hazard

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 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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational