Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's alternator and starter power supply cables might not be properly secured, which could cause an electrical arc.
Risk if Unfixed
An electrical arc could start a fire, putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect and secure the cables for you, free of charge, and will notify you when the repair is ready.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — 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.
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