Ford Explorer: Fuel System

Affects Ford Explorer · 2022 — about 225 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuel filler vent tube may not be properly connected. As a result, the tube could loosen or detach and create a fuel leak in a crash. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a locking clip on the fuel vapour line.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational