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- ENGINE
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package. 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 promptly as possible upon hearing unexpected engine noises, or after experiencing an unexpected engine power reduction, or seeing smoke from the engine compartment. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect for connecting rod bearing failure and if necessary, replace the engine long block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S52.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2022 Ford Explorer vehicles with the Police Interceptor Utility Package may experience an engine failure. If that happens, engine oil and fuel vapor can be released into the engine compartment and collect near hot engine or exhaust parts, which could start an engine compartment fire. A fire like this increases the risk of injury.
If you hear unexpected engine noises, notice a sudden loss of engine power, or see smoke coming from the engine compartment, park and shut off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and they will inspect for connecting rod bearing failure and replace the engine long block if necessary. All inspections and repairs are free of charge at an authorized dealer.
Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. You can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 24S52), and you can check your VIN for open recalls on your vehicle.
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Affected vehicles
| Ford Explorer | 202020212022 |
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