NHTSA recall 23V-378 (23V378000)
engine recall reported May 26, 2023 - about 142,734 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign PARK OUTSIDE.
Park outdoors, away from buildings - the defect carries a fire risk even while parked. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V378000
- Also written as
- 23V-378
- Manufacturer number
- 23S28
- Reported
- May 26, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~142,734
- Component
- engine
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.
Why it is dangerous
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S28.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-378 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.