EngineRecall 23V-378 · 2015–2019 Lincoln MKC

Ford Motor Company recall 23V-378 covers 142,734 2015–2019 Lincoln MKC for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on May 26, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 73% of affected vehicles repaired.

Park outside and away from structures until repaired

73%
Vehicles repaired104,732 of 142,734 · 2025 Q2
Vehicles affected142,7341 model
ReportedMay 26, 2023Owners notified Aug 8, 2023
Complaints since292Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V378000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicles. The battery monitor sensor may short-circuit and overheat, causing a fire in the engine compartment while parked or driving.

The risk

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will add an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S28.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

73%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,816 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2023 Q32025 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall