Engine and engine coolingRecall 22V-484 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 22V-484 covers 100,689 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a engine and engine cooling problem, reported to NHTSA on July 7, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 89% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V484000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. 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.
The risk
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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 modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
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
89%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 411 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 19, 2019 to June 13, 2022. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.