A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine — Oil/Lubrication
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 6, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. The parts are anticipated to be available the first quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
