Recall 23V378 affects 142,734 2015-2019 Lincoln Mkc SUVs for battery-monitor-sensor overheating and fire risk. Park outside. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
An engine compartment fire can occur while the vehicle is parked or being driven, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
Lincoln is recalling 142,734 2015-2019 Mkc SUVs because the battery monitor sensor can short-circuit and overheat, causing an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Owners should park outside and away from structures until a Lincoln dealer completes the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The battery monitor sensor on 2015-2019 Lincoln Mkc vehicles watches battery condition and helps the vehicle manage charging. A wire harness connects the B+ battery feed to that sensor, so the circuit has battery power close to engine-compartment components.
The problem starts with the sensor's location. During battery service or related electrical work, the sensor housing can be damaged. If that housing is damaged, an electrical short can develop in the sensor's printed circuit board, the small board that carries the circuit inside the part. Because the sensor power circuit lacks an in-line fuse, that short can pull enough electrical current to overheat nearby material and start an engine-compartment fire while parked or driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. The condition starts inside the sensor circuit, so owners should not expect a light, message, noise, or drivability change before overheating begins.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2015 through 2019 model years, all tied to the same B+ battery and Battery Monitor Sensor wire harness.
| 2015 Lincoln Mkc | Engine |
|---|---|
| 2016 Lincoln Mkc | Engine |
| 2017 Lincoln Mkc | Engine |
| 2018 Lincoln Mkc | Engine |
| 2019 Lincoln Mkc | Engine |
| Units affected | 142,734 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An engine compartment fire can occur while the vehicle is parked or being driven, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2019 Lincoln Mkc is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lincoln dealer to schedule the free in-line fuse repair that addresses the battery monitor sensor short-circuit and overheating risk.
- Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it, and reference recall number 23V378 when you call.
- Call Lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lincoln technician adds an in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Until that repair is complete, park outside and away from structures because the short-circuit risk involves engine compartment fire while parked or driving. If you paid for this remedy before the recall notice, Ford's reimbursement plan covered eligible owner-paid costs through November 30, 2023. Keep receipts and repair orders available when asking Ford or the service desk about a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 26, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| May 31, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 26, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 26, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 8, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V378?
Recall 23V378 covers 142,734 2015-2019 Lincoln Mkc vehicles with a battery monitor sensor that can short-circuit, overheat, and cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Lincoln dealers will add an in-line fuse to the sensor power circuit for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2019 Lincoln Mkc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V378. If it is, park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete, then schedule the in-line fuse repair at a franchised Lincoln dealer. Reference recall number 23V378 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Lincoln dealers will add the in-line fuse to the battery monitor sensor power circuit free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
Is it safe to park my Lincoln Mkc in a garage?
Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. The battery monitor sensor can short-circuit and overheat, causing an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. After the dealer installs the in-line fuse, follow any final guidance from the service desk.
When were owners notified about recall 23V378?
Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Lincoln dealer or customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V378000 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V378 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V378000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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