Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #23V380000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V380000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2020-2023 escape, 2022-2023 maverick, and 2021-2023 corsair vehicles equipped with 2 Includes 125,322 affected units, Engine Failure May Cause Fire, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2020-2023 escape, 2022-2023 maverick, and 2021-2023 corsair vehicles equipped with 2
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 escape, 2022-2023 maverick, and 2021-2023 corsair 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.
Corrective Action
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 replace the engine long-block in 2023 escape and corsair vehicles. for the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. if a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on june 14, 2024. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 23s27. this recall expands and replaces recall number 22v-484. vehicles previously repaired under 22v-484 will need to have the new remedy completed. vehicles previously repaired under 22v-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.