Ford · United States · Crit
Ford Bronco Sport, Escape +1 more: Equipment — engine block heater
Affects Ford Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick · 2023–2025 — about 7K vehicles.
The hazard
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
What to do
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational