2022 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Ranger Recall: Fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line…
NHTSA campaign 22V685000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Sep 14, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.
The risk
An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Ford will inspect and replace the fuel line assembly, if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S60.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V685000 (manufacturer number 22S60). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.