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NHTSA recall 22V859000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Ford Motor Company

November 18, 2022report date
521,746units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st quarter of 2023.…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2021 Ford Bronco Sport, 2022 Ford Bronco Sport, 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, 2020 Ford Escape, 2021 Ford Escape, 2022 Ford Escape, 2023 Ford Escape.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V859000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.