Ford Recalls 43,000 SUVs for Fire Risk from Fuel Injector Cracks

• Ford recalling nearly 43,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs due to fuel injector cracks that can cause gas leaks and increase fire risk • Fuel leaks allow gas to accumulate near ignition sources and possibly cause engine compartment fires • Recall remedy does not repair fuel injector cracks but rather aims to reduce fire risk through other means • Includes installing tube to redirect leaked gas away from hot surfaces, updating engine software to cut power and heat if pressure drop detected • Has reports of 5 under-hood fires and 14 fuel injector replacements, but no crashes or injuries