Ford Motor Company - Engine Failure May Cause Fire
USFord Motor Company - Engine Failure May Cause Fire
Recalling Firm: Ford Motor Company
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Product Description & Identification
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package. 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.
Affected Products
Engine Failure May Cause Fire
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Engine Failure May Cause Fire |
| Nhtsa id | 24V598000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V598000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Defect summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package. 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. |
| Completion rate | 42.20 |
| Corrective action | Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as promptly as possible upon hearing unexpected engine noises, or after experiencing an unexpected engine power reduction, or seeing smoke from the engine compartment. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect for connecting rod bearing failure and if necessary, replace the engine long block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S52. |
| Consequence summary | An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. |
| Mfr campaign number | 24S52 |
| Potentially affected | 85238 |
| Report received date | 2024-08-10T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
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