Ford Recalls 900,000 Pickups For Fire Hazard
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 900,000 pickups due to concerns of engine fires.
About the Ford Pickup Recall
According to the Detroit Free Press, the fires have been linked to defective engine block heater cables.
The cables are small cord that hangs of the truck and can be attached to an extension cord that is plugged into an electrical outlet. They are used by truck owner to keep their engines warm so they can start more efficiently on colder days.
Ford has determined that water and contaminants can intrude into the cables connector, resulting in corrosion and damaging the cable overtime. Eventually, the splice connector can short, tripping household breakers or GFCI-outlets.
Ford is aware of three vehicle fires in connection with the defect.
Vehicles Included in the Ford Fire Recall
Affected vehicles include:
- 2015-19 F-150 vehicles built at the Dearborn Truck Plant between March 18, 2014, and Nov. 17, 2018, and at the Kansas City Assembly Plant between Aug. 21, 2014, and Nov. 17, 2018.
- 2017-19 Super Duty vehicles built at Ohio Assembly Plant between Feb. 5, 2016, and Nov. 17, 2018, and at Kentucky Truck Plant between Oct. 8, 2015, and Nov. 17, 2018.
Dealers will inspect the engine block heater cable and replace it if it is corroded or damaged.
Contact an Experienced Vehicle Defect Lawyer
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