Dearborn, MI – May 27, 2022 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 39,013 SUVs over mysterious engine-bay fires. These fires, which may happen either while driving or while parked, carry the risk of injury or property damage.
This recall affects the following vehicles:
- 2021 Ford Expedition
- 2021 Lincoln Navigator
Recall summary
The recalled vehicles can catch fire even when the ignition is turned off. The cause of fires is currently under investigation.
Background of the recall
In March 2022, Ford’s Critical Concern Repair Group (CCRG) opened an investigation into eight reports of vehicle fires and one report of a melted battery junction box. By May, the CCRG knew of 16 fires that were potentially related. According to these reports, fires have started under the hood both while driving and while parked, and even with the ignition turned off.
Recall risks
Vehicle fires carry a wide range of risks, as described in this article about a Hyundai fire-related recall.
Warning signs
Occupants may notice a “burning smell” or see smoke coming from the passenger side of the engine compartment.
Safety tips
Ford advises owners to park their vehicles outside and away from structures to minimize the risk of damage in the event of a fire. This should prevent additional property damage if an affected SUV catches fire while parked.
Other Ford recalls
There was a Ford Expedition recall last month due to faulty windshield wiper arms. Inoperable wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.
Apart from this Lincoln engine fire issue, other recent Lincoln Navigator recalls include one from April this year caused by malfunctioning rearview cameras.
The repair
Ford is still investigating the cause of these engine compartment fires, so a solution to the problem is not yet available.
Letters with more information will be sent to owners between May 23, 2022 and July 3, 2022. Additional notices will be sent once a remedy is available.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
This Ford engine fire recall affects 32,711 Ford Expeditions and 6,302 Lincoln Navigators. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
