NHTSA Recall 22V685000
Filed by Ford Motor Company. Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2022-09-14. An estimated 69 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.
Risk
An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Ford will inspect and replace the fuel line assembly, if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S60.
Manufacturer campaign number: 22S60
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.