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NHTSA recall 25V165000

Cracked Fuel Injector May Leak and Cause a Fire

Ford Motor CompanyReported March 14, 2025SoftwareRework Gen 4
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Vehicles affected
33,576
Completion rate
100%
Remedy
Dealer visit
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. 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 powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.

Related to

Rework Generation 4

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