Recall 22V191000: 2020–2022 Ford Escape and 1 other model
- Report received
- Mar 25, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Potentially affected
- 345,451vehicles
- Model years
- 2020–2022
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.
Possible consequence
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2021 Ford Bronco Sport709 complaints
- 2022 Ford Bronco Sport370 complaints
- 2020 Ford Escape1,618 complaints
- 2021 Ford Escape352 complaints
- 2022 Ford Escape236 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.