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2024 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY (EXPLORER)Transport Canada Recall #2024526
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the 12 V battery cable could become damaged by contact with the starter generator. If this happens, the cable could short circuit. Note: This recall only affects certain police vehicles equipped with a 3.3 L hybrid engine. This problem could cause a check engine light to turn on and could make the engine hard to start or prevent it from starting.
Safety Risk
A short circuit could increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a Ford dealer to secure the 12 V battery cable.
87 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 24S61Updated June 10, 2026