NHTSARecalled Aug 20, 2018 · #18V548000
Alternator and Starter Cables may be Loose
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Vehicle safety defect
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Alternator and Starter Cables may be Loose
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
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What you should do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.