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🚨 Major Recall Alert: Over 850,000 Ford & Lincoln Vehicles Affected by Fuel Pump Defect

Ford has issued a massive national recall affecting 850,318 vehicles from the 2021–2023 model years due to a potentially dangerous low-pressure fuel pump failure that may cause engine stalling—especially in warm weather or when the tank is low on fuel Bob Is The Oil GuyAutomotive Dive+8Car and Driver+8AP News+8.

🔍 What’s the Concern?

• The low-pressure fuel delivery module (FDM) may fail internally, disrupting fuel flow to the engine and leading to sudden stalling—significantly increasing crash risk during driving Automotive Dive.
• Ford estimates that approximately 10% of the recalled vehicles may actually experience this defect The Wall Street Journal+9AP News+9The Sun+9.
• So far, no crashes or injuries have been reported, despite multiple warranty and field reports Houston Chronicle+15AP News+15Automotive Dive+15.

🚗 Which Models Are Affected?

The recall covers these 2021–2023 Ford and Lincoln models:

• Ford: Bronco, Explorer, F‑250/350/450/550 Super Duty, F‑150 (2021–2022), Mustang (2021–2022), Expedition (2022)
• Lincoln: Aviator, Navigator (2021–2023) New York Post+13AP News+13Houston Chronicle+13

🌡️ When Does It Happen?

Stalling is most likely in warm weather or with a low fuel level, conditions that increase pressure or vapor lock issues in failing pumps The Sun+4Automotive Dive+4AP News+4.

🛠️ What’s Ford Doing?

• Owner notifications began mailing around July 14, 2025, with follow-up letters once repairs are ready .
• Currently, no repair fix is available, but dealerships will notify owners with instructions and schedule free repairs once parts are finalized .

🧭 What Should Owners Do Right Now?

1. Check your VIN: Use Ford’s website or contact your dealer to see if your vehicle is part of the recall.
2. Be alert to signs: Watch for check-engine light, misfires, reduced power, or engine roughness, particularly in heat or when fuel levels drop .
3. Drive cautiously: Avoid letting your fuel dip too low and be extra careful in hot weather until your vehicle is repaired.
4. Stay in touch: Expect official communication from Ford via mail or email soon.

✅ Final Thoughts

This recall is one of the largest in Ford's 2025 record-setting year of safety actions, reflecting both the scale of the issue and the company’s urgent efforts to proactively address safety concerns . Though inconvenient, such recalls help prevent serious incidents before they happen.

📚 Sources

• Ford recall detailed by Car and Driver

• NHTSA and CBS News overview

• Automotive Dive technical breakdown

• Consumer Reports & AARP confirm mailing timeline

Stay safe—if you own one of the listed models, take action now and check with your dealer for updates on repairs.