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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Engines & Powertrains

Ford and Lincoln Engine Block Heaters Recalled for Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: January 15, 2026
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Summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling approximately 2,633 engine block heaters sold as accessory parts for 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. These heaters, identified by part numbers CV6Z-6A051-CA and CV6Z-6A051-AA, can crack and develop coolant leaks. If a leak occurs, the unit may short circuit when the vehicle is plugged in, potentially causing a fire. Owners are eligible for either a full refund or a free replacement with a redesigned part once it becomes available.

Risk

A coolant leak within the heater can cause an electrical short circuit when the block heater is connected to a power source. This short circuit significantly increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves Ford engine block heaters with part numbers CV6Z-6A051-CA and CV6Z-6A051-AA, which were sold as accessories for 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with 2.0L engines.
  2. Stop using the engine block heater immediately and do not plug it into an electrical outlet until the vehicle has been repaired or the part has been returned.
  3. Contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to return the part for a full refund or to arrange for a free replacement with a newly designed part when it becomes available.
  4. For further information, contact Ford Motor Company customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and mention recall number 26S02.
  5. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional recall details.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 1: Full Refund

Full refund for the accessory part.

How to: Dealers will contact customers with instructions to return the part for a full refund.
๐Ÿ”„Option 2: Free Replacement

Free replacement with a redesigned part.

How to: Dealers will replace the block heater once a newly designed part is available, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: Ford Engine Block Heater (CV6Z-6A051-CA)
Variants: For 2.0L engines
Part / Model:
CV6Z-6A051-CA

Sold as an accessory part for 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

Product: Ford Engine Block Heater (CV6Z-6A051-AA)
Variants: For 2.0L engines
Part / Model:
CV6Z-6A051-AA

Sold as an accessory part for 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 26E003000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Sold By: Ford Dealers; Lincoln Dealers
Units Affected: 2,633 vehicles(1% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Equipment (E)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 26S02
Agency Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response