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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Passenger Cars

2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2019, 2024 Ford Explorer Engine Block Heater Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: January 15, 2026
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Summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling 2,403 vehicles, including certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer models. The engine block heater in these vehicles may crack and develop a coolant leak, which can cause the heater to short circuit when plugged in. To fix the issue, Ford dealers will replace the engine block heater with a new one at no cost to the owner.

Risk

An electrical short circuit in the block heater increases the risk of a fire while the vehicle is plugged in. This could lead to property damage or personal injury.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves 2016-2018 Ford Focus, 2019 Ford Explorer, and 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with an engine block heater.
  2. Stop plugging in your vehicle's engine block heater immediately until the recall repair has been completed.
  3. Verify if your specific vehicle is included in this recall by visiting NHTSA.gov/recalls and entering your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
  4. Contact a Ford dealer to schedule a free replacement of the engine block heater. While interim notification letters were sent in February 2026, the final remedy is expected to be available in April 2026.
  5. For further assistance, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and mention recall number 25SA4.
  6. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional information.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair
How to: Dealers will replace the engine block heater free of charge. Owners are advised not to plug in the block heater until the repair is performed.

Affected Products

Product: Ford Focus

Equipped with engine block heater.

Product: Ford Explorer

Equipped with engine block heater.

Product: Ford Explorer

Equipped with engine block heater.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 26V012000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Sold By: Ford Dealers
Units Affected: 2,403 vehicles(1% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 25SA4
Agency Last Updated: April 14, 2026

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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