Is the 2013 LINCOLN MKZ safe to drive?

The 2013 LINCOLN MKZ has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 13V230000

Moderate Plain English 2013-05-31

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

What Happened

Your vehicle's engine block heater cord may be prone to damage, causing exposed electrical wires.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, you could get an electric shock, which can be serious.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Ford will replace the block heater cord for free at a dealership, starting June 28, 2013.

Affected Vehicles

2013 LINCOLN MKZ

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #13V230000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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