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Ford Explorer Recall 23V597: Oil Line Can Leak and Cause Fire or Engine Stall

NHTSA campaign 23V597, reported August 25, 2023, 10 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can cause oil to leak inside the engine compartment. If oil reaches hot engine or exhaust parts, it can start a fire. A significant oil loss can also cause the engine to stall, raising the risk of a crash.

Watch for an oil pressure warning light or smoke coming from the engine compartment. If either appears, park the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 if you have questions.

The repair is free: an authorized dealer will replace the turbo oil supply line assembly at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V597Ford Motor Company
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PIPES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines. The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.
Risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as soon as possible if they see an oil pressure warning light or smoke coming from the engine compartment. Dealers will replace the turbo oil supply line assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S50.
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 Explorer2023