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NHTSARecalled May 26, 2023 · #23V378000

Engine Compartment Fire While Parked or Driving

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect, Fire risk when parked

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Engine Compartment Fire While Parked or Driving
  • 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S28.

View the official CPSC notice