2018-2022 Ford Safety Recall Hits 272,000 Vehicles With Engine Fire Risk, CEOs Advised to Audit Fleets Immediately
Ford Motor Company has issued a critical safety recall for 272,000 vehicles from the 2018-2022 model years due to a defect that can cause engine fires, even when the ignition is off. The issue, linked to a faulty fuel injection system, poses a direct liability risk for corporate fleets and rental operators. Ford will replace the fuel injectors on affected models at no cost, but the one-week repair backlog is already pressuring logistics for delivery-dependent operations. CEOs should flag any F-150, Explorer, or Edge units in their fleet to avoid downtime and potential litigation.