2013 Ford Focus - Electrical

Ford is recalling approximately 5,790 vehicles from 2013-2019 model years (certain Focus, Escape, and Lincoln MKC models with 2.0L engines) because the engine block heater can leak coolant and short circuit when plugged in, creating a fire risk. Ford will mail owners instructions to have the block heater replaced at a dealership. Until repairs are completed, owners should not use the engine block heater.

Recalling firm

FORD

Product

Vehicles: 2013 FORD FOCUS, 2013 FORD ESCAPE, 2014 FORD FOCUS, 2014 FORD ESCAPE, 2015 LINCOLN MKC, 2015 FORD ESCAPE, 2015 FORD FOCUS, 2016 LINCOLN MKC, 2016 FORD FOCUS, 2016 FORD ESCAPE, 2017 FORD FOCUS, 2017 FORD ESCAPE, 2018 FORD FOCUS, 2018 FORD ESCAPE, 2019 FORD ESCAPE. System: Electrical. Units affected: 193,627

Reason

Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L engine. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Ford advises you not to use the engine block heater until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the block heater. Alternatively, owners can choose to have the...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

Canada

Agency

TC

Recall date

2026-01-09

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/169ce4e1-4d41-4a57-931f-b7558cdb5488