CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
- Risk
- A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
- 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 nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some vehicles with a 3.5L GTDI engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug. This can cause a rapid oil leak. A fast oil leak can lead to an engine stall, which raises the risk of a crash. If the leaking oil reaches a hot engine or exhaust part, it can also cause a fire.
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment and replace the plug if needed. The inspection and any repair are free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 24S70. Check your VIN for open recalls to see whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Expedition | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 20242025 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2024 |