Ford C-Max (2015) Recall: Overheated Cord Fire Risk
Ford is recalling 2013-2015 C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles with specific 120V convenience cords that can overheat and melt during charging, increasing fire risk. Owners must replace cords with new thermistor-equipped models.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2013-2015 C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Focus Electric vehicles that came with defective 120V convenience cords. These cords can overheat and melt during charging, potentially causing a fire. Affected owners should contact Ford for a free replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1248191-ford-c-max-2015-recall-overheated-cord-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1248191-ford-c-max-2015-recall-overheated-cord-fire-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V592000
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“Ford C-Max (2015) Recall: Overheated Cord Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1248191-ford-c-max-2015-recall-overheated-cord-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V592000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V592000).
Why it’s dangerous
The recalled cords were manufactured without thermistors, which are sensors that monitor temperature. During vehicle charging, increased resistance in the home's electrical system can cause the cord to overheat and melt, potentially leading to a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles are affected. Drivers using these vehicles with the recalled cords are most at risk during charging.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your 2013-2015 C-Max Energi or Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Focus Electric vehicles for cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA through FM58-10B706-AF. These cords were sold with the vehicles between 2012 and 2015.
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What to do — step by step
Stop Using the Cord
Immediately stop using the recalled 120V convenience cord if you have one with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA through FM58-10B706-AF.
Contact Ford for Replacement
Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free replacement with a new 120V convenience cord that includes a thermistor.
What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S24.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 3 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
What part numbers are on the recalled cords?
Cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA, FM58-10B706-AB, FM58-10B706-AC, FM58-10B706-AD, FM58-10B706-AE, and FM58-10B706-AF.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V592000 (October 9, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.