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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V230000

2013 Lincoln Mkz — Electrical system

Published June 4, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 31, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V230000, published June 4, 2013 and initiated May 31, 2013. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2013 Lincoln Mkz — Electrical system.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
LINCOLN
Model
MKZ
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2013 LINCOLN MKZ
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Lincoln Mkz — Electrical system recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V230000 on June 4, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LINCOLN. Model: MKZ.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)