NHTSA recall 25V-165 (25V165000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported March 14, 2025 - about 33,576 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V165000
- Also written as
- 25V-165
- Manufacturer number
- 25S21
- Reported
- March 14, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~33,576
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-165 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.