Electrical insulation cracking on engine heater
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured april 25, 2012, through march 15, 2013 and equipped with an engine block heater. during use, the engine block heater cords may be bent and in certain temperatures, the wire insulation may crack, exposing the electrical wires.
Safety Consequence
Exposed electrical wires increase the risk of electric shock.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began on june 28, 2013. ford's recall number is 13s05. Owners may contact the ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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FAQ: Recall 13V230000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V230000?
NHTSA recall 13V230000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 31, 2013. It addresses: Electrical insulation cracking on engine heater. The recall affects approximately 107 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V230000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13S05. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.