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Ford Escape and Bronco Sport can leak engine oil

NHTSA campaign 22V191000 · Reported 2022-03-25 · Ford Motor Company

critical How serious is it? About this label

An oil leak onto hot engine parts can start a fire, so this is serious; the notice does not tell owners to stop driving, but have it inspected promptly and stop driving if you see smoke or smell burning oil.

What's wrong, in plain English

These vehicles have a part on the engine called an oil separator housing. On the recalled vehicles that housing can crack, and engine oil can leak out. If the oil drips onto hot parts such as the engine or exhaust, it can catch fire. A dealer will look at the oil separator for cracks or leaks and replace the part and its seals if needed. Watch for oil spots under the car or a burning smell while you wait for service.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is on the list. 2. Contact your Ford dealer or Ford at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 22S21) to book the inspection. 3. Any needed replacement of the oil separator and seals is free.

Affected vehicles (5)

Who to contact

Ford — official Ford recall lookup

Customer service: 1-866-436-7332

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Official notice

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Summary
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.