NHTSA Recall 25V343000: Engine block heater (equipment) and electrical system
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,781 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford Bronco Sport.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V343000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S52 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › ENGINE BLOCK HEATER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | May 23, 2025 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Safety risk
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V343000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2025 |
| Ford Escape | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Ford Maverick | 2025 |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2023, 2025 |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 2024, 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.