CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
- Risk
- An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, 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 replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.
What this recall means for you
A manufacturing problem in the cylinder head may cause the engine's ball plugs to fail, leading to an oil leak. The leak can cause a loss of drive power, which raises the risk of a crash. If oil leaks onto a hot engine or exhaust components, it can also start a fire.
If you own an affected 2023-2025 Ford Escape or 2025 Ford Bronco Sport, dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as needed at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, and check your VIN for open recalls to see whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 202320242025 |