Recall 18V548000: 2018 Ford Edge, 2019 Ford Flex, 2019 Lincoln MKT +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 20, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 87
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
The risk
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Ford Edge
- 2019 Ford Flex
- 2019 Lincoln MKT
- 2018 Lincoln MKX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V548000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 18S25
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- Sep 26, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator (Electrical System); Electrical system:starter assembly (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology