Ford Engine Block Heater
Ford is recalling 2013–2019 Focus, Escape, and MKC vehicles with 2.0L engines over engine block heater fire risk.
Stop using the engine block heater immediately. Contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or visit ford.com for repair or replacement instructions.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 116,672
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 26S01
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-866-436-7332
Why it was recalled
Ford is recalling certain 2013–2018 Focus, 2013–2019 Escape, and 2015–2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine due to a defective engine block heater that may crack and leak coolant, causing an electrical short circuit and fire risk when plugged in.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
LINCOLN MKC (2013-2019), EQUIPMENT
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-04-27 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification