2018-2022 Ford Safety Recall: 5 Critical Updates For Your F-150, Explorer, and Ranger
- The latest 2018-2022 Ford safety recall expands to over 1.7 million vehicles, including F-150, Explorer, and Ranger models, due to a faulty transmission hoses issue that can cause a sudden loss of power.
- Ford confirms the defect involves a quick-disconnect coupling that may leak transmission fluid, potentially igniting under high heat, which risks a fire — even when the vehicle is parked and off.
- Owners of affected 2018-2022 Ford models must contact their local dealer immediately for free repairs; the fix involves replacing the transmission hose coupling and adding a drain tube for fluid redirection.
- The recall covers approximately 1.5 million U.S. vehicles and 200,000 in Canada, with Ford reporting over 50 confirmed fires and several injuries linked to the defect since 2022.
- Ford advises drivers to park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed, as the recall campaign will run through December 2024 and may require multiple service visits due to high volume.