Ford recalls over 500,000 SUVs in US over possible fuel leak and fire risk

Ford is recalling more than 500,000 Bronco and Escape SUVs over fire risks resulting from a possibly cracked fuel injector. 

Ford noted at least 20 such incidents of the cracked fuel injectors and covers the Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs manufactured between the 2020 and 2023 model years. 

According to the Ford, a cracked fuel injector can cause fuel or fuel vapor to accumulate and result in a fire under the vehicle's hood. Repairs are not yet available, but Ford is working on a software update that will alert owners if their vehicle's fuel injector is compromised.

If you own a compromised vehicle, Ford will replace the cracked fuel injector. Ford is also extending its warranties to cover a cracked fuel injector for up to 15 years.

From NHTSA, along with the NHTSA Recall Acknolwedgement

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V859000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 521,778

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Remedy

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.