Ford Fusion, Escape +2 more: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects Ford Fusion, Escape, Fiesta, Transit Connect · 2013–2015 — about 209K vehicles.

The hazard

If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.

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