Ford Bronco Sport and Escape Recalled Due to Risk of Fire

When the engine is on, fuel or fuel vapor could contact a hot surface and potentially ignite a fire under the hood. This recall affects 518,993 vehicles in the U.S.

The SUVs included in this action were previously recalled under National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall No. 22V191 to address a possible oil leak that could result in a fire. That was a separate issue, and even models fixed for that concern need to have this work performed.

“Once the repair is available, we will ask customers to schedule service with their preferred dealer,” Jim Azzouz, executive director of global customer experience products and customer relations, said in a statement. “They can then take advantage of our complimentary pickup and delivery or a loaner to make sure the repair is completed at their earliest convenience.”

Ford dealerships will:

• Inspect for a potential cracked fuel injector.
• Update the engine control software. This will allow the computer to detect whether the fuel injector is cracked and, if so, provide a dashboard message to customers to seek service. Additionally, if a pressure drop in the fuel rail is detected, engine power will automatically be reduced to minimize any risk, while also allowing customers to drive to a safe location, and stop the vehicle and arrange for service.
• Install a tube that drains fuel from the cylinder head and away from hot surfaces.
• Check for excessive fuel odor near the top of the engine, another indicator of a possible issue.