Ford Recalls Nearly 60K Vehicles for Coolant Leak and Fire Hazard

The recall affects various Ford and Lincoln models from 2016 to 2024, including the Ford Explorer, Fusion, Ranger, and others, due to a defect in the engine block heater.
Oct. 21, 2025
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Ford has recalled nearly 60,000 vehicles for a coolant leak issue, reports USA Today.

According to Ford, the issue lies with the engine block heater, which may be prone to cracking and leaking coolant. This could lead to a short circuit with the block heater plugged in and prompt an underhood fire.

Owners of recalled vehicles are instructed to not plug in the block heater until a fix is performed. Notices are expected to be mailed by Oct. 24.

The following Ford and Lincoln models are included in the recall:

  • 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC
  • 2016-2018, 2020-2023 Ford Explorer
  • 2019-2020 Ford Fusion
  • 2019-2024 Ford Ranger
  • 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair
  • 2020-2022 Ford Escape
  • 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport
  • 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles
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