Sponsored

Block heater recall.

Thumper69

Member
First Name
Michel
Joined
Mar 1, 2025
Threads
2
Messages
5
Reaction score
5
Location
Northern Ontario
Vehicle(s)
2020 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk/2024 Ranger XLT
Anybody that lives in colder climates get the block heater recall done?
Sponsored

 

RangerRider

Well-Known Member
First Name
Patrick
Joined
Sep 22, 2024
Threads
5
Messages
82
Reaction score
140
Location
Watertown, SD
Vehicle(s)
2024 Ranger Lariat 4 x 4 (Hot Pepper Red)
Parts not available yet. 2nd quarter 2026 per Ford. Or you can take to Ford Dealer and they can removed the faulty one and plug it till parts are available

Block heater element replacement
Recall incomplete
Schedule your free recall service with a dealer.
The dealer might be able to complete the service at your location or pick up your vehicle and return it when the service is complete.
Issue Date
2025-10-15
Campaign
25SA4/25V687
Description
On your vehicle, the engine block heater may develop a coolant leak which could cause a short circuit while the engine block heater system is plugged in.
Safety Risk
A short circuit in the engine block heater increases the risk of an underhood fire.
Remedy
Ford has authorized your dealer to perform one of the two following remedies - - parts are not available. Ford Motor Company is working to provide parts for this repair. When the remedy becomes available, Ford Motor Company will notify you via mail to schedule a service appointment with your dealer for repairs to be completed free of charge. The remedy is anticipated to be available by the second quarter of 2026. - - an alternative remedy is also available for owners who would like to disable the vehicles block heater. For those customers that choose this option, Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to remove the block heater element and power cable and install a threaded plug free of charge.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
 

srv256ss

Active Member
Joined
Aug 21, 2025
Threads
3
Messages
30
Reaction score
30
Location
USA
Vehicle(s)
2025 Ford Ranger Raptor
Had one installed in my truck built in September, doesn’t appear I’m affected.
 

AugPal

Well-Known Member
First Name
Augie
Joined
Nov 8, 2024
Threads
19
Messages
252
Reaction score
212
Location
Chicago
Vehicle(s)
2024 Ford Ranger XLT 2018 Ford Fiesta
Occupation
Retired IBEW
Pretty hard to believe that a block heater won't be available until the 2nd quarter of 2026. They are needed in far northern U.S. states and Canada.

My wife's parents retired to a cabin in far northern Minnesota and it would get down to -35 to -40F. Without a block heater your car probably won't start.
Sponsored

 
 







Top