Approximately 13,800 model-year 2015-16 Ford F-150 pickup trucks equipped with  3.5-liter GTDI engines and optional engine block heaters are being recalled due to issues with the heater cables. Some trucks may have cables with the incorrect length and insufficient heat protection, depending on the location of the block heater. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause a resistive short, an inoperative engine block heater or tripping of household breakers while the truck is parked and the block heater is plugged in. A resistive short in the engine block heater splice connector increases the risk of overheated wiring and a fire.


To fix the problem, dealers will inspect the block heater’s location and its cable, and repair or replace as necessary.

