NHTSA recall 22V-685: Fuel System, Gasoline

Ford Motor Company · Reported September 14, 2022 · 2 affected model years

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

22V-685
September 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number22V685000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateSeptember 14, 2022
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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Affected vehicles

2022 Ford Explorer24 recalls total2022 Ford Ranger5 recalls total

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