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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 25V165📅 Mar 14, 2025

2021–2023 Ford Bronco Sport & 2020–2022 Ford Escape recall: fuel system

⚠️ What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

💥 The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
25V165000
Manufacturer recall #
25S21
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
33,576
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 22, 2025
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 25V165 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V165?

2021–2023 Ford Bronco Sport & 2020–2022 Ford Escape. 33,576 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.