2021-2022 Ford & Lincoln EcoBoost Engine Recall
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engines. The engine intake valves may break, causing engine failure and loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.
S'applique également à
- Ford Edge
- 2021–2022
- Ford Explorer
- 2021–2022
- Ford F-150
- 2021
Why this matters
A broken engine intake valve can cause sudden engine failure and a complete loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion. This condition significantly increases the risk of a crash, posing a serious safety hazard to occupants and other road users.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. This Ford F-150 engine recall specifically affects vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The core issue is that the engine intake valves in these vehicles may break while driving.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of 2021-2022 Ford F-150, Edge, Explorer, Bronco, Lincoln Nautilus, or Lincoln Aviator vehicles should check if their specific vehicle is included in this Ford F-150 engine recall. You can determine if your vehicle is affected by visiting the NHTSA recall website at www.safercar.gov and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will address the issue by performing an engine cycle test on affected vehicles. If necessary, the engine will be replaced. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters were scheduled to be mailed on July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332, referencing Ford's recall number 24S55.
Source: NHTSA Recall 24V635000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main problem with the recalled Ford F-150 engines?
- The main problem is that the engine intake valves in certain 2021-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including the Ford F-150, may break while driving. This can lead to engine failure and a loss of drive power.
- Which Ford and Lincoln models are affected by the engine recall 24V635000?
- The recall affects certain 2021-2022 Ford Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles that are equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine.
- What is the remedy for the Ford F-150 engine recall?
- Ford dealers will perform an engine cycle test on affected vehicles. If the test indicates a problem, the engine will be replaced. This repair will be conducted free of charge to the owner.
- When will owners be notified about the 24V635000 recall?
- Owner notification letters for this recall were scheduled to be mailed on July 3, 2025. Owners can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with recall number 24S55.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
911 complaints, the 18th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 28 crashes, 10 fires and 40 injuries for this year, which also has 32 recalls on file.
Engine And Engine Cooling, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,732 of 39,812 complaints (7%), including 5 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 | |
| 2022 | 911 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 26V489000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
- 25V863000 — Power Train (Dec 2025)
Recent owner reports about engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal fume leaked into the interior of the cabin from the catalytic converter.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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