2015 LINCOLN MKC RECALL - #16V183000
RECALL FOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE
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.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2015 LINCOLN MKC |
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| Manufacturer |
Ford Motor Company |
| Manufactured between |
11/25/2013 - 1/25/2016 |
| Recalled on |
3/31/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Ford Motor Company |
| Owners Notified on |
5/18/2016 |
| # Affected |
1,543 |
| Recalled for |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for VISIBILITY, WINDSHIELD
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, IGNITION, SWITCH
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for SEAT BELTS
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for SEATS
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2015 LINCOLN MKC Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
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