Photo: ReutersNew York: Ford is recalling 874,000 of its best-selling F-series pickup trucks due to fire risk from the engine block heater system, the company announced Friday. The problem occurs when there is corrosion in a connector in the engine block heater, which is used in trucks to keep engines warm on cold days. Ford said it is aware of three fires due to the defect, with one incident leading to minor damage. “Dealers will inspect the engine block heater cable and replace it if it is damaged or corroded,” the company said. Slightly over half the vehicles are in Canada, with the remainder coming from the United States.

Source: Mint December 21, 2018 16:18 UTC