Ford is issuing a new recall and expanding a previous recall over issues that pose a fire risk. There is also an update regarding a fix for the battery issue recall involving the Mach-E.
Ford is recalling certain models of the 2020, 2021, and 2022 Ford Escape, Maverick, and Lincoln Corsair due to the risk of under-hood fires. The recall affects over 100,000 vehicles in the US, all of which come with a 2.5-liter hybrid or plug-in hybrid.
In the event of an engine failure, Ford says engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the Under Engine Shield and Active Grille Shutter modified. Ford says it's received 23 reports of incidents related to this issue including under hood fires or vehicle fires, under hood melting, and under hood smoke. Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this issue.
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be sent August 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
Notes
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.
Ford also recently announced it is expanding a previous recall of select 2021 Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs for the risk of under-hood fires. The recall originally affected about 39,000 vehicles, but the recall now involves 66,221 cars built between July 27th, 2020 and August 31st, 2021.
Ford says it's traced the problem to a switch in manufacturers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and says the printed circuit boards from this supplier “are uniquely susceptible to a high-current short.” Ford advises owners to park their cars outside and away from structures, but says they can still drive the vehicle. Replacement parts are expected to become available in early September.
In a recent July 8th press release, Ford reports receiving 21 reports of under hood fires – including five since the original recall filing in May – with 18 incidents impacting vehicles owned by rental companies. Ford says it's expanding the population based on further analysis of the causes for the fires. Ford says there are no reports of accidents but say it's aware of one report of an injury.
NHTSA Press Release dated May 19, 2022 involving original park outside warning and recall.
Ford also now has a fix for a Mustang Mach-E battery issue that prompted the recall of 49,000 of the electric SUVs in June. It also put deliveries on hold until it found a fix. According to a documents filed with NHTSA, dealers now have access to a software update that fixes the issue and Ford over the air updates are scheduled to begin mid-July and continue through mid-August.
Hyundai is also issue a recall involving certain HEV and PHV vehicles already recalled before for fire risk.
Summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the main relay or PRA, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 232. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 18V-704. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
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.
Defect Notice 573 Report RCLRPT-22V459-7197
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 1998 Audi A8 and 1997-1998 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternative inflator of a different design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BT. The vehicles in this recall were mistakenly omitted from recall 20V-056. All vehicle owners have already been notified by mail and informed that the remedy is available.
Notes
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.
Recall 573 Report RCLRPT-22V471-4758
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The engine rails may have been improperly heat-treated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Remedy
Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a vehicle replacement or buyback. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C13.
Notes
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.
Noncompliance Notice 573 Report RCLRPT-22V454-3437
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy
Dealers will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C14.
Notes
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.
Summary
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-003.
Notes
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.
Recall 573 Report RCLRPT-22V470-8483