Ford recalls 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles with Police Interceptor Utility Package due to engine fire risk from oil/fuel vapor accumulation. Owners should stop using if hearing unusual noises or seeing smoke.
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Ford is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles with the Police Interceptor Utility Package because engine oil and fuel vapor can accumulate near hot engine parts, potentially causing fire. If you hear unusual engine noises or see smoke, stop using the vehicle immediately.
Engine oil and fuel vapor can build up in the engine compartment near hot parts like the engine or exhaust. If these vapors ignite, they could cause a fire that leads to injury.
Owners of 2020-2022 Ford Explorers with the Police Interceptor Utility Package are most at risk. Drivers who hear unusual engine noises or see smoke from the engine compartment should stop using the vehicle immediately.
Check if your 2020-2022 Ford Explorer has the Police Interceptor Utility Package. The recall was notified to owners on August 15, 2025.
If you hear unexpected engine noises or see smoke from the engine compartment, stop the vehicle immediately and shut off the engine.
Call Ford at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free inspection and repair for the engine.
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.
Engine oil and fuel vapor can accumulate near hot engine parts, potentially causing a fire if ignited.
No action is needed if you don't experience unusual engine noises or smoke. Ford will inspect and repair your vehicle for free.
Your 2020-2022 Explorer with the Police Interceptor Utility Package is affected. The recall was notified to owners on August 15, 2025.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 24V598000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 24V598000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
