The problem
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.
The risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-809 (19V809000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 19S41 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables |
| Report date | November 12, 2019 |
| Owners notified | April 28, 2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 54,411 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-809 repair free?
Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 54,411 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.