Electrical systemRecall 13V-230 · 2013 Lincoln MKZ
Ford Motor Company recall 13V-230 covers 107 2013 Lincoln MKZ for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on May 31, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V230000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, through March 15, 2013 and equipped with an engine block heater. During use, the engine block heater cords may be bent and in certain temperatures, the wire insulation may crack, exposing the electrical wires.
The risk
Exposed electrical wires increase the risk of electric shock.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S05. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 25, 2012 to March 15, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.