NHTSA recall 16V-183 (16V183000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported March 31, 2016 - about 1,543 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V183000
- Also written as
- 16V-183
- Manufacturer number
- 16S14
- Reported
- March 31, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,543
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-183 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.