What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2026005
- Recall date
- 9 January 2026
- Make
- Ford, Lincoln
- Models
- Explorer, Focus, Mkc, Ranger, Corsair, Escape, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Maverick
- Model years
- 2016 to 2024
- Vehicle class
- Light Truck & Van
- System
- Electrical
- Raised as
- Safety TC
- Vehicles affected
- 138,783
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
Issue: rnOn certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in. rnNote: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-554. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair. rnrnSafety Risk: rnA short circuit can create the risk of a fire. rnrnCorrective Actions: rnTo reduce the safety risk, Ford advises you not to use the engine block heater until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the block heater. Alternatively, owners can choose to have the dealership permanently disable the engine block heater.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2026005.