Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pipes, hoses, and fittings
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pipes, hoses, and fittings
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Vehicles affected
- 10
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-08-25
- Owners notified
- 2023-09-08
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines. The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.
Safety risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as soon as possible if they see an oil pressure warning light or smoke coming from the engine compartment. Dealers will replace the turbo oil supply line assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S50.