In a significant safety recall, Ford is addressing concerns over faulty engine block heaters that could potentially affect approximately 120,000 vehicles. The recalls encompass multiple models from various production years, spanning from as early as 2013 to as recent as 2024.
The issue arises from defective solder joints that may allow engine coolant to infiltrate the heater, leading to the formation of salt deposits that can cause short circuits and pose a fire hazard. Government records indicate that Ford has received six complaints in the U.S. and twenty-one in Canada, alongside thirty legal claims related to fires attributed to this problem.
This situation follows a prior recall in 2025, where over 59,000 vehicles were flagged for similar block heater issues. Ford has stated that it first identified the potential defect in early 2025 and subsequently collaborated with Phillips and Temro Industries to investigate the matter further.
Despite the serious nature of the claims, Ford has reported no known accidents or injuries associated with the current issue.