The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25E067000·Announced 2025-10-10

Ford Recalls Engine Block Heaters Due to Fire Risk

Ford is recalling specific engine block heaters that may crack and leak coolant, causing a short circuit and increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain engine block heaters sold as accessory parts. The affected parts have part numbers GJ7Z-6A051-BA and GJ7Z-6A051-AA.

The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak. This leak can cause the unit to short circuit when plugged in, which increases the risk of a fire.

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will contact customers with instructions to return the part for a full refund or replace the block heater once a newly designed part is available, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA5.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER recall
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Accessory
Hazard
Affected units
2,571

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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