Recall 25V165000: 2021–2023 Ford Bronco Sport, 2020–2022 Ford Escape
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 14, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 33,576
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
The 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.
The fix
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Ford Bronco Sport
- 2022 Ford Bronco Sport
- 2023 Ford Bronco Sport
- 2020 Ford Escape
- 2021 Ford Escape
- 2022 Ford Escape
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V165000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 25S21
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- Apr 22, 2025
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology