Ford Escape - Recall Information

Ford Escape 2010

Power train:automatic transmission

Recall Date 05/24/10
Potential Number Affected 19

Defect Description

Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 fusion, milan, and escape vehicles manufactured from february 27, through march 26, 2010. The park rod guide retention pin may not have been properly installed which fails to conform to the requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, theft protection and rollaway prevention.

Defect Consequence

A vehicle parked without an engaged park pawl and without an applied parking brake may have unintended movement which may cause a crash.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 28, 2010. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 and for the hearing impaired call 1-800-232-5952 (tdd). Representatives are available monday through friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Notes

Ford's recall campaign number is 10c12. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.

Ford Escape 2006

Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor

Recall Date 11/15/05
Owner Notification Date 11/22/05
Potential Number Affected 199,942

Defect Description

On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

Defect Consequence

After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on november 22, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673 or lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.

Notes

Ford recall no. 05s40. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Ford Escape 2005

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Recall Date 12/23/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 262,113

Defect Description

Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

Defect Consequence

If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04c09. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Seats:front assembly:head restraint

Recall Date 04/11/06
Owner Notification Date 05/19/06
Potential Number Affected 134,365

Defect Description

Certain sport utility vehicles equipped without side air curtains or moonroofs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, occupant protection in interior impact. During testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement above the permitted limit at the left hand a-pillar trim area.

Defect Consequence

In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will make modifications to the energy absorbing material located above the headliner in the affected area free of charge. The recall began on may 19, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 06c12. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Ford Escape 2004

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Recall Date 12/23/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 262,113

Defect Description

Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

Defect Consequence

If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04c09. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module

Recall Date 04/11/07
Owner Notification Date 04/23/07
Potential Number Affected 446,460

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. .

Defect Consequence

An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 07s51. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Recall Date 03/29/07
Owner Notification Date 04/02/07
Potential Number Affected 13,128

Defect Description

Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.

Defect Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during april 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

Notes

This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov.

Vehicle speed control:cables

Recall Date 12/09/04
Owner Notification Date 01/10/05
Potential Number Affected 470,245

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles built with 3. 0l v6 engines, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position. .

Defect Consequence

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 10, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. .

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s25. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Ford Escape 2003

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Recall Date 12/23/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 262,113

Defect Description

Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

Defect Consequence

If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04c09. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module

Recall Date 04/11/07
Owner Notification Date 04/23/07
Potential Number Affected 446,460

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. .

Defect Consequence

An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 07s51. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Recall Date 03/29/07
Owner Notification Date 04/02/07
Potential Number Affected 13,128

Defect Description

Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.

Defect Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during april 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

Notes

This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov.

Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)

Recall Date 04/14/04
Owner Notification Date 04/21/04
Potential Number Affected 321,903

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3. 0l v6 engines, during deceleration, the engine can stall. .

Defect Consequence

Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the power control module (pcm) with the appropriate calibration. Owner notification began on april 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s13. Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Vehicle speed control:cables

Recall Date 12/09/04
Owner Notification Date 01/10/05
Potential Number Affected 470,245

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles built with 3. 0l v6 engines, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position. .

Defect Consequence

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 10, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. .

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s25. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Ford Escape 2002

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Recall Date 12/23/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 262,113

Defect Description

Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

Defect Consequence

If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04c09. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module

Recall Date 04/11/07
Owner Notification Date 04/23/07
Potential Number Affected 446,460

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. .

Defect Consequence

An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 07s51. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Recall Date 03/29/07
Owner Notification Date 04/02/07
Potential Number Affected 13,128

Defect Description

Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.

Defect Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during april 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

Notes

This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov.

Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)

Recall Date 04/14/04
Owner Notification Date 04/21/04
Potential Number Affected 321,903

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3. 0l v6 engines, during deceleration, the engine can stall. .

Defect Consequence

Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the power control module (pcm) with the appropriate calibration. Owner notification began on april 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s13. Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Vehicle speed control:cables

Recall Date 12/09/04
Owner Notification Date 01/10/05
Potential Number Affected 470,245

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles built with 3. 0l v6 engines, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position. .

Defect Consequence

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 10, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. .

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s25. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Ford Escape 2001

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery

Recall Date 09/22/00
Owner Notification Date 09/27/00
Potential Number Affected 10,850

Defect Description

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.

Defect Consequence

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Owner notification began september 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicle speed control

Recall Date 08/09/00
Owner Notification Date 08/06/00
Potential Number Affected 1,193

Defect Description

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control. The speed control cable can have a cracked or missing speed control cable servo cap locating tab. The locating tab could enter the servo clutch cavity and interfere with the speed control servo clutch. Also, water could enter those units that contain a cracked or missing servo cap locating tab, eventually causing corrosion that could interfere with the function of the speed control.

Defect Consequence

If either of these conditions occurs and the speed control is used, the speed control could prevent the throttle from returning to idle, resulting in a stuck throttle. A stuck throttle could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the speed control cables. Vehicles with speed control cables from cavities 3 and 4 will have the cable the speed control servo replaced.

Notes

Owner notification began august 6, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Recall Date 12/23/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 262,113

Defect Description

Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

Defect Consequence

If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04c09. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module

Recall Date 04/11/07
Owner Notification Date 04/23/07
Potential Number Affected 446,460

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. .

Defect Consequence

An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 07s51. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Recall Date 03/29/07
Owner Notification Date 04/02/07
Potential Number Affected 13,128

Defect Description

Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.

Defect Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during april 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

Notes

This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov.

Wheels:center section

Recall Date 09/14/00
Owner Notification Date 09/25/00
Potential Number Affected 1,325

Defect Description

Vehicle description: some 4x2 sport utility vehicles not equipped with an antilock braking system may have inadvertently been built with 4x4 rear hubs instead of 4x2 hubs. If the incorrect hubs are installed on a 4x2 vehicle, the rear wheels can loosen, or in some cases, separate from the vehicle.

Defect Consequence

This condition could cause loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rear hubs and, if necessary, replace them. Owner notification began september 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Steering:wheel and handle bar

Recall Date 08/14/00
Owner Notification Date 09/06/00
Potential Number Affected 1,393

Defect Description

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles may have a mis-assembled or incorrectly manufactured nut that attaches the steering wheel assembly to the steering column. The nut could be upside down in the steering wheel assembly, which could overstress the steering column shaft when the nut is tightened. In addition, some of the nuts may have been cracked during manufacture resulting in the nut fracturing when it is tightened during vehicle assembly.

Defect Consequence

Either of these conditions can lead to the steering wheel becoming loose or separating from the steering column, resulting in loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel retention armature and, if necessary, the steering column to correct this condition.

Notes

Owner notification began september 6, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages

Recall Date 11/29/00
Owner Notification Date 12/11/00
Potential Number Affected 46,000

Defect Description

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The windshield wiper linkage can disengage due to a broken ball socket.

Defect Consequence

This condition will likely result in sudden and complete loss of the windshield wiper function, or of the wiper function on the driver side only, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper module.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin during december 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)

Recall Date 04/14/04
Owner Notification Date 04/21/04
Potential Number Affected 321,903

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3. 0l v6 engines, during deceleration, the engine can stall. .

Defect Consequence

Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the power control module (pcm) with the appropriate calibration. Owner notification began on april 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s13. Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Seat belts:front:buckle assembly

Recall Date 12/11/03
Owner Notification Date 02/02/04
Potential Number Affected 132,243

Defect Description

On certain sport utility vehicles, a post within the safety belt buckle covers could fracture, which could affect latch function, resulting in either a

Defect Consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury. .

Corrective Action

Dealers will have the driver and front passenger safety belt buckle cover removed and replaced with a newly designed service buckle cover. Owner notification began on february 2, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. .

Notes

Ford recall no. 03s10. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration