Cracked Fuel Injector May Leak and Cause a Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V187000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/8/2024 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Vehicles Affected | 42,652 |
| Completion Rate | 100% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Rework Gen 3 |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Issue
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Consequence Summary
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.
Related to
Rework Generation 3
- 11/18/2022
