NHTSA Campaign 25E066000

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Oct 10, 2025 · 2,204 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain engine block heaters, with part number number JL3T-6A051-AB. These parts were sold as accessories for certain 2023-2026 Ford vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L Modular Power Cylinder (MPC) engine. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

Consequence

An overheated engine block heater increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated February 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA6.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD ENGINE BLOCK HEATER 2,204

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25E066000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.