Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine — Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

Date Announced

FEB 24, 2022

Vehicles Affected

155

Ford Recall #

22S10

NHTSA Campaign #

22V109000

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The engine crankshaft may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.

Actions

Dealers will inspect the crankshaft and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed March 2, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S10.

Documents (5)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Advance Notice re Advance Notice - Safety Recall 22S10 Certain 2021 Model Year Escape Vehicles Equipped with the 2.5L HEV Engine Crankshaft
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Bulletin re Safety Recall 22S10 Certain 2021 Model Year AWD Escape Vehicles Equipped with the 2.5L HEV Engine Crankshaft
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)