2021 Ford Bronco Sport · Fuel system
Cracked fuel injector and underhood fire risk
A raw fuel smell or visible fuel around a 1.5L Bronco Sport can signal the cracked-injector risk covered by Ford's expanded recall.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
Ford's amended recall report covers certain 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport vehicles with the 1.5L engine. A high-pressure injector may crack and allow fuel or vapor to reach hot engine or exhaust parts. Recall 25S76 expands and replaces three earlier recalls. Vehicles repaired under those campaigns still require the current final remedy when their VIN is included.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Fuel odor inside or outside the vehicle
- Liquid fuel may be visible in the engine compartment or beneath the vehicle
- Smoke or flames from the engine compartment or underbody
- Instrument warnings or reduced power may occur after leak-detection software responds
Vehicles and scope
- Certain 2021 to 2024 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles
- 1.5L engine only
- Recall applicability must be confirmed by VIN
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Ford's amended filing specifies replacement of the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and injectors, plus an engine-control software update. The interim software update alone is not the final remedy.
The recall population is based on injector design, engine and production records. Ford does not state a mileage cutoff for the safety remedy.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
Separate the diagnosis from the action.
Complete the current 25S76 remedy
Have Ford check the VIN under 25S76. The amended remedy calls for a differently designed set of high-pressure injectors and fuel rail, along with the required control-software update.
A repair performed under one of the earlier injector recalls does not close the new campaign unless Ford records the current remedy as complete.
What owners reported
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Respond safely to fuel smell or smoke
If fuel odor or visible leaking appears, switch off the engine in a safe outdoor location. Smoke requires the same response. Move people away and arrange professional recovery without touching the fuel system.
Do not restart the engine or smoke nearby. Leave a hot engine compartment closed.
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Read the method beside the problem
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2021 to 2024 Ford Bronco Sport · Fuel system
Fuel leak and fire risk
A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.