Engine: oil/lubricationRecall 22V-191 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 22V-191 covers 345,451 Ford vehicles for a engine: oil/lubrication problem, reported to NHTSA on March 25, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 88% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V191000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
88%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 1,484 vehicles were listed as unreachable.