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Ford Escape Recall 25V467: Fuel Injector May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 25V467, reported July 11, 2025, 694,271 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A fuel injector in the engine can crack and leak gasoline inside the engine compartment. Fuel leaking near hot engine or exhaust parts can ignite, increasing the risk of a fire.

The interim fix is a free engine control software update at an authorized Ford dealer. The final remedy, a free replacement of the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, is expected to be available in July 2026, and owners will receive a second letter when it is. Owners who were remedied under earlier recalls 22V-859, 24V187, or 25V165 will need the final remedy once it is available. Ford customer service can be reached at 1-866-436-7332. Check your VIN for open recalls and contact a Ford dealer for the free repair.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V467Ford Motor Company
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk
A fuel 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 update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.

Affected vehicles

Ford Bronco Sport2021202220232024
Ford Escape202020212022