Damage to block heater connector may cause fire
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 ford f-150 and 2017-2019 ford f-250 super duty, f-350 super duty, f-450 super duty, and f-550 super duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18v894. during the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.
Safety Consequence
A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. when replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. the recall began may 31, 2019. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s11.
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FAQ: Recall 19V278000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V278000?
NHTSA recall 19V278000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on April 8, 2019. It addresses: Damage to block heater connector may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 131,068 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 19V278000 or the manufacturer campaign number 19S11. 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.