Battery cable may chafe and cause electrical short
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 lincoln mkx vehicles equipped with 3.7l engines. the battery positive cable harness may contact the transmission shifter cable bracket resulting in a short circuit.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the battery harness clips and elbow guide, and install a wire channel shield and protective sleeve to the battery cable harness, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on december 2, 2019. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available, currently expected to be the end of april 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s41.
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FAQ: Recall 19V809000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V809000?
NHTSA recall 19V809000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 12, 2019. It addresses: Battery cable may chafe and cause electrical short. The recall affects approximately 54,411 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V809000 or the manufacturer campaign number 19S41. 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.