2020–2022 Ford Bronco Sport, Ford Escape: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 22V191000 · 345K units potentially affected · filed Mar 25, 2022
What's 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.
Why it matters
An oil 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 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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V191000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22S21
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
- Units affected
- 345,451
- Report received
- Mar 25, 2022
- Owner letters
- Apr 18, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Ford Bronco Sport 2021, 2022
- Ford Escape 2020, 2021, 2022