EngineRecall 25V-345 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-345 covers 1,809 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on May 23, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 75% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V345000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. 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 update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
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
75%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 16 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 22, 2019 to May 23, 2023. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.