NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V894
Manufacturer Ford
Motor Company
Components ENGINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 410,289
Block Heater Cable Splice Connector May Corrode
When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring and a fire.
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable’s splice connector causing corrosion and damage.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and seal the block heater cable, or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 7, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S45.
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.
Check if your Vehicle has a Recall
Ford Media Center – FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES SAFETY RECALL FOR SELECT FORD F-150, SUPER DUTY TRUCKS TO REPLACE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER CABLE
Dec. 21, 2018
Chronology of Defect / Noncompliance Determination for Ford Motor Company Recall #18S45
12/18/2018
Recall Acknowledgement
December 20, 2018
Latest Recalls Documents
- Fitment: This Engine Block Heater will only fit 1995 and newer 7.3 engines
- Volts: 120 | Watts: 1000 | Plug Type: 120 Volt | Heater size: 3/4" NPT
- Installation Information: Replaces 3/4" threaded plug in oil cooler
- Features: Ensure quick winter starts and reduce engine wear
- Package Includes: Engine Block Heater Element and 6 feet Power Cord, Replaces for F7TZ-6A051-AA
- Compatibility: Replacement for Ford for F-250 for F-350 7.3L for Powerstroke Diesel 1995-2003. Replacement for Ford 7.3L Diesel engines in any vehicle, Pickup Trucks, Vans, Towtrucks all 1995-2003
- Replace Part Number: Replace F7TZ-6A051-AA. Please carefully check the model/part number/year to ensure it is suitable for your car
- Durability: Manufactured from quality materials under strict quality control to ensure longer service life. Able to withstand harsh environments and provide long-lasting and stable heating effect
- Efficient Heating: The heater can help preheat, effectively shorten the start-up time in cold weather, reduce equipment wear and tear, improve the starting efficiency and running performance
- Easy Installation: The replacement process is quick and easy, no need to modify the original system, direct replacement, saving time and installation costs
- Compatible Vehicle Models: This F7TZ-6A051-AA heater assembly is compatible with Ford Super Duty F150 F250 F350 F450 1995-2003, compatible with Ford other V8 7.3L vehicles for Pickup Trucks, for Vans, for Towtrucks all 1995-2003
- Replace Part Number & Product Specifications: Replaces F7TZ-6A051-AA. Working parameters 120V, 1000W. The heater features a 3/4" NPT connection port and a simplified structural design, offering effortless usability for your convenience
- Rapid Preheating: This heater adopts a unique heating design that directly contacts the diesel , which boosts heating efficiency, enables rapid preheating in low temperatures, and effectively solves the problem of difficult cold starts for your car
- Long-Lasting Material: This F7TZ-6A051-AA heating element is crafted from high thermal conductivity metal with a specialized surface finish, delivering exceptional aging resistance and wear resistance for reliable, long-term use
- Easy to Use: This F7TZ-6A051-AA heater assembly features a plug-and-play design for quick replacement of old parts, reducing vehicle maintenance time and costs. It is the ideal replacement component for your needs
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