"Ford Recalls 43,000 SUVs for Gas Leak Fire Risk"

Ford is recalling nearly 43,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs due to fuel leaks that can cause fires, but the remedy does not include repairing the fuel injectors. Instead, dealers will install a tube to redirect gasoline away from hot surfaces and update engine control software. Ford has reports of fires and warranty replacements but no crashes or injuries. Critics call the recall a "Band-aid type" fix and urge NHTSA to ensure recalls address root causes. NHTSA says it will closely track the recall's performance using field data and advises owners to contact their dealership or Ford with questions.