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Ford issued a recall for some of its model vehicles because of an engine block heater issue that could pose a fire risk. The automaker's recall involves certain model Ford Escape, Focus, and Lincoln ...

A small number of Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles are being recalled for 1.5- and 2.0-liter engine block heaters that may catch fire. Both the design of the heater element, as well as the packaging ...

Oct 16 (Reuters) - Ford Motor (F.N), opens new tab is recalling 59,006 vehicles that are equipped with engine block heaters for fire risks, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said ...