Recall 25V372000: Ford Bronco Sport, Ford Escape
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Summary
The problem. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
The risk. An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix. Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V372000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 25S61
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Report received
- June 3, 2025
- Owners notified
- August 8, 2025
- Built
- Apr 14, 2023 –
- Units affected
- 404
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
Affected vehicles
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.