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NHTSA recall 26V012000: Ford Explorer recall: equipment: electrical: engine block heater

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NHTSARecall 26V012000Vehicles

What to do

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 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.
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Hazard

Why it was recalled

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
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Vehicles

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.
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The campaign may cover other models and years: the summary above and the official notice have the full scope.

About this record

Issued by
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
Equipment: electrical: engine block heater
Title
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About this recall

What is the hazard?

NHTSA states: “An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.”

What should owners do?

NHTSA states: “Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 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…”

Is my vehicle part of this recall?

This page cannot tell. A campaign may cover only part of the production of a model. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer of the brand; the repair is free.

When was this recall published?

NHTSA received the report of recall 26V012000 on January 15, 2026.

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