Ford is now recalling over 4,000 gasoline cars because they are equipped with the brand's 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, which is flammable.
Ford is now recalling thousands of cars in the US due to a risk associated with potentially flammable gasoline engines.
The recall includes more than 4,163 vehicles equipped with the group's 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine.
The issue is caused by an oil leak, which in severe cases could result in a fire. It specifically affects select 2024 and 2025 models of the F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator produced for the US market.
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a warning about the consequences.
Motorbiscuit writes.
Ford has previously recalled 90,000 cars with the same technology
"A sudden oil leak can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of an accident. If the oil comes into contact with hot engine parts, it can also increase the risk of fire," the authority said.
The cause of the potential leak has been found in engines where a connector has been installed incorrectly during production.
Ford has stated that they have not yet recorded any accidents or injuries that can be directly linked to the defect.
However, the brand has received enough reports of the problem to initiate an official recall.
All owners of the affected vehicles will have their engines inspected and, if necessary, repaired at no cost.
Although the number recalled represents a relatively small proportion of the total EcoBoost engines produced, there are concerns that the number could increase.
This is not the first time Ford has experienced challenges with EcoBoost engines; a previous case involved over 90,000 units.
The specific production periods for the affected models are as follows: F-150 built between September 2024 and January 2025, Expedition between September 2024 and February 2025, and Lincoln Navigator between September 2024 and October 2025.
It is currently unclear whether cars with the 3.5-liter engine, which is also sold in Europe, are affected by the error.
