*Ford Motor Company recalls 694,271 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs equipped with 1.5-liter engines due to cracked fuel injectors

Emmanuel Akosile | 绿帽献妻

Ford Motor Company has issued a sweeping recall of 694,271 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs equipped with 1.5-liter engines due to cracked fuel injectors.

The automobile manufacturer said the defect in the affected vehicles could lead to fuel leaking inside the engine compartment鈥攃reating a fire hazard if exposed to heat or ignition sources.

While a final repair is still in development, Ford disclosed the dealers would install an interim software update to reduce the risk and monitor for injector leaks, agency report said.

Affected vehicle owners should expect to receive the first notification letter by August 18, 2025, with a second letter to follow once the permanent remedy is available, noted the company.

This action expands and replaces previous recalls (22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165), and any vehicles previously serviced will still need to complete the new repair, agency report said.

Consumers may call Ford Customer Service on聽 1-866-436-7332, and the recall Reference Number is 25S76.