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Ford Escape Recall 22V484: Engine failure can spill oil and fuel vapor, risking a fire

NHTSA campaign 22V484, reported July 7, 2022, 100,689 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2020-2022 Ford Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Ford Maverick vehicles with a 2.5L hybrid (HEV) or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engine may have a problem. If the engine fails, engine oil and fuel vapor can be released into the engine compartment. That material can build up near hot engine or exhaust parts and possibly start a fire under the hood.

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. If you hear unexpected engine noises, notice a loss of power, or see smoke, park the vehicle and shut off the engine as quickly as possible.

The repair is free. Dealers will modify the under-engine shield and the active grille shutter at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 22S47.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V484Ford Motor Company
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Problem
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.
Notes
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.

Affected vehicles

Ford Escape202020212022
Ford Maverick2022
Lincoln Corsair20212022