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Over 450,000 Ford F-150 trucks recalled in Canada after block heaters cause fires

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WATCH: Ford F-150 recall for fire potential. Sean O'Shea reports – Dec 21, 2018

Ford is recalling more than 463,000 F-Series pickup trucks with engine block heaters in Canada because they can catch fire.

The recall covers certain F-150s from the 2015 through 2019 model years, as well as the 2017 through 2019 F-250, 350, 450 and 550.

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The company says in government documents posted Friday that water and contaminants can get into the heater cable and cause corrosion. That can cause electrical shorts and possible fires.

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Ford has received three reports of fires in Canada, but none in the U.S. There have been no reports of injuries. Another 410,289 trucks were recalled in the U.S.

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Dealers will inspect and seal the cable or replace the heaters if needed. The recall is expected to start Jan. 7.

F-Series pickups are the top-selling vehicle in the United States.

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