2022 Ford Escape Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 84 fuel system complaints for the 2022 Ford Escape, 36% of all complaints filed for that year, the highest share among Escape model years. Four related recalls (22V859000, 24V187000, 25V165000, 25V467000) cover cracked fuel injectors that can leak fuel, with one fire reported and a median failure mileage of 49,100.
- Fuel System complaints
- 84
- 36% of 231
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 49,100 mi
- Related recalls
- 4
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report gasoline fumes and burning odors inside the cabin, tied to fuel system defects.
- Many contacts describe receiving a recall notice (22V859000) for a cracked fuel injector but being told replacement parts were unavailable for months.
- Several owners say dealers rationed parts, sending only one injector per week, delaying repairs well past a reasonable timeframe.
- One owner reports the vehicle lost power and would not restart after stopping at a traffic signal, with a check engine light appearing after the repair.
- One complaint describes an abnormal odor detected while starting the vehicle, which the owner linked to the fuel injector recall.
When 2022 Ford Escape fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 12, 2023, latest Sep 15, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2022 Ford Escape
- NHTSA 25V467000Jul 11, 2025Fuel System694,271 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel 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 update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.
- NHTSA 25V165000Mar 14, 2025Fuel System33,576 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel 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 update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
- NHTSA 24V187000Mar 8, 2024Fuel System42,652 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel 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 update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.
- NHTSA 22V859000Nov 18, 2022Fuel System521,746 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel 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 update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Fuel System complaints by Escape model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2022 Ford Escape have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. It is covered by four related recalls (22V859000, 24V187000, 25V165000, 25V467000) for fuel injectors that can crack and leak fuel in the engine compartment.
- How common are fuel system complaints on the 2022 Ford Escape?
- NHTSA lists 84 fuel system complaints for the 2022 Escape, which is 36% of all complaints filed for that model year, the highest share of any Escape year in the data.
- Is the fuel injector leak a fire risk?
- NHTSA data for the 2022 Escape fuel system complaints includes one fire report and zero crashes or injuries.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems usually show up on the 2022 Escape?
- The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2022 Escape is 49,100 miles.
- Was the 2022 Escape fuel injector recall fixed correctly the first time?
- Not always. NHTSA recall 25V165000 covers vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under earlier campaigns 22V859000 or 24V187000.