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NHTSA Recall 25V165000: Fuel injection system (fuel system)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33,576 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Bronco Sport.

33,576
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (April 22)
NHTSA campaign25V165000
Manufacturer campaign25S21
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Report receivedMarch 14, 2025
Owner notificationApril 22, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V165000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Bronco Sport2021, 2022, 2023
Ford Escape2020, 2021, 2022

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.