FORD EXPLORER 2022: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V635000

Make Model Year
FORD EXPLORER 2022
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-23 2024-08-26

Production Dates: 2021-06-07 - 2021-10-31

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 24S55

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 90736

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 17, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

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.safercar.gov.