2020-2022 Ford Escape, Ford Maverick and others recall: active shutters/grill
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on July 7, 2022. It covers about 100,689 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 100,689
- reported
- Jul 7, 2022
- owners notified
- Aug 19, 2022
- related complaints
- 801
Structure: body: bumpers: active shutters/grill
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
Recall number 22V484000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Escape 2020-2022 202020212022
- Ford Maverick 2022 2022
- Lincoln Corsair 2021-2022 20212022
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 801 complaints about body problems.
2020 Ford Escape2021 Ford Escape2022 Ford Escape2022 Ford Maverick2021 Lincoln Corsair2022 Lincoln Corsair
Questions about recall 22V484000
Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Ford Escape, Ford Maverick and others active shutters/grill?
Yes. Recall 22V484000, reported on July 7, 2022, covers about 100,689 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V484000?
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
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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