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NHTSARecalled May 31, 2013 · #13V230000

Electrical Insulation Cracking on Engine Heater

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Description

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, through March 15, 2013 and equipped with an engine block heater. During use, the engine block heater cords may be bent and in certain temperatures, the wire insulation may crack, exposing the electrical wires. Exposed electrical wires increase the risk of electric shock.

Product details

Product
  • Electrical Insulation Cracking on Engine Heater
  • 2013 Lincoln MKZ
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
2013 Lincoln
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S05. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

View the official CPSC notice