Ford recalls 14,737 pickups and crossovers

Ford is recalling almost 15,000 vehicles, including some 2011 F-Series pickups, 2011 Lincoln MKXs and 2011 Ford Edges, to fix an electrical short in a body-control module that could cause a fire.

Ford told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that modules built during a six-day period by a supplier could be faulty. So far, no injuries, crashes or fires have been reported.

The body-control modules keep checks on all systems from oil pressure to coolant temperatures. In this recall, it was a shared module that affected all three models.

Ford will inform owners of the recalled vehicles before Jan. 10, according to a filing with NHTSA.

Dealers will inspect and replace the module if necessary, free of charge. Owners can contact Ford at (866) 436-7332 to find out if their vehicles are affected.

By Jake Lingeman