Ford Motor Company is recalling 55 of its 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engines and engine block heaters. The engine block heater can overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, which can lead to a fire. Owners are being advised to stop using the block heater immediately until a free repair is performed by an authorized dealer.
The engine block heater may overheat during use, significantly increasing the risk of a fire while the vehicle is parked and connected to an electrical outlet. No incidents or injuries have been reported at this time.
You have 2 options:
Engine block heater replacement and cord inspection.
Heater element removal and plug installation.
Certain vehicles equipped with 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engines and engine block heaters.
Certain vehicles equipped with 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engines and engine block heaters.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response