FORD ESCAPE 2013: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V239000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | ESCAPE | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-05-30 | 2014-05-07 | 2014-05-07 |
Production Dates: 2011-10-05 - 2014-04-10
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14S03
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 581986
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, through April 10, 2014. Due to an assembly misalignment between the exterior door handle and the door outer panel, the affected vehicles have doors that may be difficult to close or may possibly open while driving.
A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the door handles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S03.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
