CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some power supply cables at the starter and alternator may not have been properly secured. If a cable is loose, it can produce an electrical arc, which increases the risk of a fire.
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should not ignore this recall, since the problem involves the electrical system that powers the vehicle.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables, confirm they are properly secured, and correct them if needed. Ford will also notify owners. You can check your VIN for open recalls and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Edge | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Ford Flex | 2019 |
| Lincoln MKT | 2019 |
| Lincoln MKX | 2018 |