The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·23V380000·Announced 2023-05-26

Ford Escape, Maverick, and Corsair Engine Fire Risk Recall

Ford is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles due to a 2.5L engine defect that could cause an engine compartment fire. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall describes a structural powertrain defect with potential for engine compartment fire, but the source text contains no reports of actual injuries or property damage. Per the rubric, a risk-of-harm product without reported injury is scored at 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ford Escape, 2022-2023 Ford Maverick, and 2021-2023 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L hybrid (HEV) or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engines.

These vehicles are subject to a potential engine defect. In the event of 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. This accumulation could result in an engine compartment fire.

Approximately 125,322 vehicles are affected. Owners were notified by mail on June 14, 2024. Ford advises owners 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.

The remedy depends on the vehicle model and year. For 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles, dealers will replace the engine long-block. For other affected vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, the engine long-block will be replaced. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD, LINCOLN MAVERICK, CORSAIR, ESCAPE
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Engine / Fire Risk
Hazard
Affected units
125,322

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • MAVERICK
  • CORSAIR
  • ESCAPE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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