NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
Ford Engine Block Heater recall: Block Heater May Overheat and Cause Fire
- Recall number
- 25E066000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Equipment
- Recall type
- Equipment
- Units affected
- 2204
- Hazard tags
- Fire
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Equipment
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Engine Block Heater | — |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain engine block heaters, with part number number JL3T-6A051-AB. These parts were sold as accessories for certain 2023-2026 Ford vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L Modular Power Cylinder (MPC) engine. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Consequence
An overheated engine block heater increases the risk of a fire.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated February 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA6.
Manufacturer campaign number
25SA6
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25E066000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.