Dearborn, MI – October 30, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 59,006 vehicles that may burst into flames while parked. This defect ups the chances of an injury and property damage.
This recall comes on the heels of another one conducted for a similar issue earlier this year and is a result of several dozen fires and multiple lawsuits.
The list of the affected models includes:
- 2021 – 2024 Ford Bronco
- 2021 – 2024 Ford Bronco Sport
- 2020 – 2022 Ford Escape
- 2016 – 2018 Ford Explorer
- 2020 – 2023 Ford Explorer
- 2019 – 2020 Ford Fusion
- 2022 – 2024 Ford Maverick
- 2019 – 2024 Ford Ranger
- 2020 – 2022 Lincoln Corsair
- 2016 – 2019 Lincoln MKC
Recall summary
An engine block heater helps the engine reach operating temperatures faster in cold weather.
In the affected vehicles, the block heater “may crack and develop a coolant leak,” which could cause it to short-circuit and catch fire when plugged in.
Recall risks
A fire can put the lives of the car occupants and surrounding people at risk. It can also result in property damage. For tips on what to do in the event of fire, please visit this article.
Safety tips
Owners are advised not to plug in the block heaters before the issue is remedied.
Warning signs
The drivers may notice puddles of coolant underneath the vehicle and experience a “loss of cabin heat.”
The coolant loss could also trigger a warning on the dashboard, cause the engine to overheat and result in a burning smell.
Background of the recall
In June 2025, 6,800 Ford and Lincoln models were recalled over a similar issue with their engine block heaters, as reported. Even though the defective heaters were produced by the same supplier, it does not seem that the present recall is an expansion of the one conducted earlier in the year.
The present recall comes on the back of 46 fires, 30 lawsuits and multiple complaints about the issue. No injuries or accidents have been reported.
Other Ford recalls
In September 2025, Ford recalled close to 1.5 million vehicles because their rearview cameras could fail to show an image.
The repair
The dealers will replace the heaters free of charge. The manufacturer advises that an additional remedy will be available in February of 2026.
Notifications to the owners should be mailed by October 24, 2025.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This Ford engine block heater recall is affecting almost 60,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
