"Ford Expands Recall of Bronco and Escape Models Over Fire Risk"

The U.S. government's auto safety agency has swiftly initiated an investigation into a Ford recall affecting nearly 43,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs due to gasoline leaks from cracked fuel injectors that can lead to engine fires. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressed concerns about the adequacy of Ford's remedy, which involves installing a drain tube and implementing a software update, but does not include replacing the cracked fuel injectors. Ford has reported five under-hood fires and 14 warranty replacements of fuel injectors, but maintains confidence in the recall repairs. The company plans to extend warranty coverage for cracked fuel injectors and stated that repairs are already available, with details of the extended warranty to be released in June.