Ford Recalls Escape and Bronco Sport Models Due to Fuel Injector Fire Risk

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Ford is recalling specific 2022-2023 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles with 1.5 L EcoBoost engines due to potential fuel injector cracks that can cause engine fires.

What this Transport Canada vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Health Canada on March 8, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Vehicle Recalls — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Transport Canada has issued a recall for certain Ford vehicles equipped with a 1.5 L EcoBoost engine. On these vehicles, a fuel injector may crack, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment. This recall (no. 2024160) is an expansion of a previous recall (2022-658) and has since been replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2025-376.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall specifically affects vehicles equipped with the 1.5 L EcoBoost engine, including:

  • 2022 Ford Escape
  • 2022 Ford Bronco Sport
  • 2023 Ford Bronco Sport

What You Should Do

Ford will notify affected owners by mail. Owners are advised to take their vehicle to a dealership to have the engine control software updated to detect fuel injector leaks. Additionally, dealers will install a drain tube. Ford is also providing an extended warranty of 15 years or 240,000 km specifically for the replacement of cracked injectors.

Why This Matters

A fuel leak in the engine compartment creates a significant risk of fire, which could lead to vehicle damage or serious injury to occupants.

Source

Transport Canada Recall - 2024160 - FORD via Health Canada.

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Transport Canada vehicle recall.

What is this Transport Canada vehicle recall about?
Ford is recalling specific 2022-2023 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles with 1.5 L EcoBoost engines due to potential fuel injector cracks that can cause engine fires.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Vehicle Recalls updates?
Browse the full Vehicle Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/ca/recalls/vehicles/ for the latest updates from Health Canada and other agencies.