NHTSA 22V088000 United States
Ford Explorer recall: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Official safety recall 22V088000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign22V088000
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Report date2022-02-16
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Aviator | 2022 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2022 | United States |
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The fuel filler tube may detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The official remedy
Dealers will install a fuel vapor line redundant locking clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C02.