FORD BRONCO SPORT (2022) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Ford recalls 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and Escape with 1.5L engines due to potential fuel injector cracks causing leaks that could ignite near hot engine parts. Owners must update software and install drain tubes at no cost.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles with 1.5L engines because fuel injectors can crack and leak fuel in the engine compartment. This leak could ignite near hot engine components, creating a fire risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80844-ford-bronco-sport-2022-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk-from.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80844-ford-bronco-sport-2022-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk-from · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #24V187000
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“Ford Bronco Sport 2022 Fuel Leak Recall: Fire Risk from Engine Compartment.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80844-ford-bronco-sport-2022-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk-from. Based on NHTSA recall #24V187000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V187000).
Why it’s dangerous
A fuel injector can crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment. If this leak comes into contact with hot engine components or exhaust, it could ignite and cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2022-2023 Ford Bronco Sport and Escape models with 1.5L engines are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles are at risk if the fuel leak ignites near hot engine parts.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a 1.5L engine and was manufactured between 2022 and 2023. The recall covers specific models of the Bronco Sport and Escape.
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What to do — step by step
Update Engine Software
Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection.
Install Drain Tube
Dealers will install a drain tube to prevent fuel leaks from the engine compartment.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment, which could ignite near hot engine components.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2022-2023 Ford Bronco Sport or Escape with a 1.5L engine.
What should I do if I own an affected vehicle?
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free software update and drain tube installation at a dealer.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 24V187000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 24V187000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859. 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.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #24V187000 (August 3, 2024)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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