Ford Engine Block Heater recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 15, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls Ford Engine Block Heater

Recall number

26E003000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,633 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain engine block heaters, with part numbers CV6Z-6A051-CA and CV6Z-6A051-AA, sold as accessory parts for certain 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

What to do

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until their vehicle is remedied. Dealers will contact customers with instructions to return the part for a full refund or dealers will replace the block heater once a newly designed part is available, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S02.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.