NHTSA recall 23V-597: Engine and Engine Cooling

Ford Motor Company · Reported August 25, 2023 · 1 affected model year

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

23V-597
August 25, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines. The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.
Safety risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as soon as possible if they see an oil pressure warning light or smoke coming from the engine compartment. Dealers will replace the turbo oil supply line assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S50.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V597000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateAugust 25, 2023
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
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

2023 Ford Explorer15 recalls total

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