Is Ford recalling 85000 Explorer SUV due to engine fire risk?
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for approximately 85,000 Ford Explorer SUVs due to a potential fire risk associated with the engine. The recall affects certain 2020-2022 model year Explorers equipped with 2.3-liter and 3.0-liter engines.
Reasons for the Recall
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall is due to a potential issue with the engine block heater cable. The cable can become damaged, which could lead to a short circuit and potentially cause a fire in the engine compartment.1
The defect was discovered during Ford's internal testing and monitoring processes. No injuries or crashes related to this issue have been reported so far.2
Affected Vehicles and Next Steps
The recall affects the following Ford Explorer models:
- 2020-2022 Ford Explorer with 2.3-liter engines
- 2020-2022 Ford Explorer with 3.0-liter engines
Ford will notify affected owners, and dealers will inspect the engine block heater cable and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from any structures until the recall repair has been completed.3
This recall is the latest in a series of safety-related actions taken by Ford to address potential issues with its vehicles. Customers with affected Explorers are encouraged to contact their local Ford dealer or the NHTSA for more information and to schedule a repair appointment.
Are Ford recalls about 85000 Explorer SUVs over engine fire risk?
Ford is recalling 85,238 Explorers fitted with the Police Interceptor Utility package. The 2020-2022 SUVs fitted with V6 gas and hybrid engines are at risk of catching fire if the engine fails. Consumer versions of the Explorer aren't being recalled because they don't tend to receive the same abuse.
What is the recall on the Ford Explorer engine?
Ford and Lincoln are recalling nearly 91,000 models with the 2.7- and 3.0-liter EcoBoost engines that may fail. The recall affects 2021 to 2022 models with those engines, including the Ford F-150, Bronco, Explorer, and Edge; the Lincoln Aviator and Nautilus are affected too.
What Ford recall is due to fire hazards?
Ford has issued a recall of an estimated 85,238 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility package due to a potential fire risk.
Has Ford recalled over 80000 SUVs over engine problems?
Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 80,000 of its Explorer vehicles claiming that some of the models have engine problems that could lead to fires.
