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2020-2022 Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Escape recall: oil/lubrication

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 25, 2022. It covers about 345,451 vehicles.

vehicles affected
345,451
reported
Mar 25, 2022
owners notified
Apr 18, 2022
related complaints
486

Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.
Risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.

Recall number 22V191000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 486 complaints about engine problems.

2021 Ford Bronco Sport2022 Ford Bronco Sport2020 Ford Escape2021 Ford Escape2022 Ford Escape

Questions about recall 22V191000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Escape oil/lubrication?

Yes. Recall 22V191000, reported on March 25, 2022, covers about 345,451 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V191000?

Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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