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If
fuel leaks inside the engine compartment and there's a hot
engine or exhaust components, it could increase the risk of a
fire.
The recall impacts certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022
Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines.
Ford has been looking into the fuel injector issue since 2022,
according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The company's field review committee approved recalls in
November 2022, March 2024 and March 2025, during which it
performed software updates.
Ford has continued to investigate the issue. As part of the
ongoing process, the automaker looked at corrosion as a
contributing factor to fuel injector cracks between April and
May 2025.
Ford identified injector cracking on eight vehicles that
experienced underhood fires. Six of the vehicles didn't have
updated engine control software. The automaker isn't aware of
any injuries related to the fires.
Earlier this month Ford's field review committee decided to
issue a recall for certain vehicles to update their engine
control software for free until a final remedy is available.
A letter notifying vehicle owners of the safety risk is expected
to be mailed on Aug. 18. A second letter will be sent once the
final remedy is available. Vehicle owners can contact Ford
customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall number
25S76.
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