Large Recall NHTSA · 22V191000 Reported March 25, 2022

Engine oil leak

Ford Motor Company · Engine And Engine Cooling · 345,451 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V191000
Manufacturer Campaign
22S21
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
345,451
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 25, 2022
Completion Rate
94.47

Defect Summary

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.

Safety 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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 22V191000 or campaign 22S21.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V191000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V191000?

NHTSA recall 22V191000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 25, 2022. It addresses: Engine oil leak. The recall affects approximately 345,451 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V191000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22S21. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.