2022 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator recall: engine

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on June 24, 2022. It covers about 776 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 776
reported: Jun 24, 2022
owners notified: Aug 22, 2022
related complaints: 39

Engine

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The engine rails may have been improperly heat-treated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: Improperly heat-treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. In addition, an engine rail may detach and contact the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a vehicle replacement or buyback. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C13.

Recall number 22V454000

Affected vehicles

Ford Explorer 2022 2022
Lincoln Aviator 2022 2022

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 39 complaints about engine problems.

2022 Ford Explorer 2022 Lincoln Aviator

Questions about recall 22V454000

Is there a recall on the 2022 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator engine?

Yes. Recall 22V454000, reported on June 24, 2022, covers about 776 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V454000?

Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a vehicle replacement or buyback. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C13.

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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