福特回顾,有119 000辆汽车因发动机有故障的轮挡加热器而面临火灾风险。 Ford recalls 119,000 vehicles over fire risk from faulty engine block heaters.

福特正在召回约119,000辆车,包括某些2013-2024年福特和林肯车型,由于发动机区加热器可能会发生火灾,可能会发生裂和泄漏冷却液,可能会导致电气短路. Ford is recalling about 119,000 vehicles, including certain 2013–2024 Ford and Lincoln models, due to a fire risk from engine block heaters that may crack and leak coolant, potentially causing electrical short circuits when plugged in. 危险只在供电时发生。 The hazard only occurs while powered. 警告信号包括冷却漏水、机舱热量丧失、过热或燃烧的气味。 Warning signs include coolant leaks, loss of cabin heat, overheating, or a burning smell. 福特公司建议业主在修理之前不要使用隔板加热器。 Ford advises owners not to use the block heater until repairs are made. 可用自由替换或通过线性插头永久停用。 Free replacements or permanent disabling via a threaded plug are available. 临时通知从2月9日起开始。 Interim notifications begin February 9. 截至12月3日,福特报告了12起火灾事件,涉及2.0L越野模型,但没有伤亡或事故与该问题相关。 As of December 3, Ford reported 12 fire incidents involving 2.0L Escape models, but no injuries or accidents have been linked to the issue. 所有者都可以使用NHTSA网站上的VIN, 检查车辆是否受到影响。 Owners can check if their vehicle is affected using the VIN on the NHTSA website.