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- ENGINE
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. 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 update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
What this recall means for you
Some 2020-2023 Ford Escape, 2021-2023 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022-2023 Ford Maverick vehicles with 2.5L hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines were repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall. If the engine fails, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and collect near hot engine or exhaust parts, which could cause an engine compartment fire and increase the risk of injury.
If you hear unexpected engine noises, notice a loss of power, or see smoke, park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Ford customer service can be reached at 1-866-436-7332, and the recall number is 25S54.
An authorized dealer will update the powertrain control module software at no cost to you. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Escape | 2020202120222023 |
|---|---|
| Ford Maverick | 20222023 |
| Lincoln Corsair | 202120222023 |