2018 Ford Edge | 2018 Lincoln Mkx | 2019 Lincoln Mkt | 2019 Ford Flex — Electrical system: starter assembly
Published August 23, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 20, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V548000, published August 23, 2018 and initiated August 20, 2018. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2018 Ford Edge | 2018 Lincoln Mkx | 2019 Lincoln Mkt | 2019 Ford Flex — Electrical system: starter assembly.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EDGE
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2018 FORD EDGE | 2018 LINCOLN MKX | 2019 LINCOLN MKT | 2019 FORD FLEX
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Ford Edge | 2018 Lincoln Mkx | 2019 Lincoln Mkt | 2019 Ford Flex — Electrical system: starter assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V548000 on August 23, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EDGE.