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These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 25V467000 SAFETY RECALL

694.3K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Jul 11, 2025

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Potential Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

The remedy is currently under development. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 18, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 25S76

Recall Date: Jul 11, 2025

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 25V442000 SAFETY RECALL

200.1K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Jun 27, 2025

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Potential Risk:

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 25S72

Recall Date: Jun 27, 2025

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 25V345000 SAFETY RECALL

1.8K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: May 23, 2025

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Potential Risk:

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

FREE Recall Solution:

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 25S54

Notice Date: Jun 27, 2025
Recall Date: May 23, 2025

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 25V165000 SAFETY RECALL

33.6K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Mar 14, 2025

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Potential Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.

Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 25S21

Notice Date: Apr 22, 2025
Recall Date: Mar 14, 2025

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 24V954000 SAFETY RECALL

20.5K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Dec 20, 2024

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Potential Risk:

Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.

Additional Details:

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 nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 24S79

Notice Date: May 30, 2025
Recall Date: Dec 20, 2024

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 24V852000 SAFETY RECALL

27.7K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Nov 8, 2024

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Potential Risk:

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Additional Details:

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 nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 24C39

Notice Date: Dec 19, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 8, 2024

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 24V330000 SAFETY RECALL

9.3K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: May 10, 2024

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Potential Risk:

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024, and November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 24S33

Notice Date: May 22, 2024
Recall Date: May 10, 2024

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 23V380000 SAFETY RECALL

125.3K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: May 26, 2023

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Potential Risk:

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

FREE Recall Solution:

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles. For the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 23S27

Notice Date: May 3, 2024
Recall Date: May 26, 2023

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 22V859000 SAFETY RECALL

521.7K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Nov 18, 2022

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Potential Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 22S73

Notice Date: Feb 28, 2023
Recall Date: Nov 18, 2022

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 22V484000 SAFETY RECALL

100.7K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Jul 7, 2022

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Potential Risk:

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

FREE Recall Solution:

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 22S47

Notice Date: Aug 19, 2022
Recall Date: Jul 7, 2022

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 22V331000 SAFETY RECALL

27 Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: May 13, 2022

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L hybrid powertrains. Insufficient welds inside the high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Potential Risk:

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on July 12, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S33.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 22S33

Notice Date: Aug 8, 2022
Recall Date: May 13, 2022

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 22V191000 SAFETY RECALL

345.5K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Mar 25, 2022

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.

Potential Risk:

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.

Additional Details:

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.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 22S21

Notice Date: Apr 18, 2022
Recall Date: Mar 25, 2022

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 21V011000 SAFETY RECALL

147 Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Jan 15, 2021

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.

Potential Risk:

If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 21S02

Notice Date: Mar 12, 2021
Recall Date: Jan 15, 2021

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 20V635000 SAFETY RECALL

689 Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Oct 15, 2020

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with a key-start ignition system. The Body Control Module (BCM) intermittently may not pick up the signal from the rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors or the Remote Key Fob. In the event of a low tire pressure condition, the TPMS system may not provide an adequate warning.

Potential Risk:

Low tire pressure may lead to poor vehicle handling and a possible loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BCM, free of charge. Owners are advised that two key fobs are required for the repair to be completed. The recall began December 1, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S59.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 20S59

Notice Date: Dec 1, 2020
Recall Date: Oct 15, 2020

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 20V575000 SAFETY RECALL

620.2K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Sep 23, 2020

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Potential Risk:

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 20C19

Notice Date: Feb 1, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 23, 2020

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 20V550000 SAFETY RECALL

97 Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Sep 10, 2020

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

Potential Risk:

Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 20S49

Notice Date: Sep 23, 2020
Recall Date: Sep 10, 2020

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 20V415000 SAFETY RECALL

68 Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Jul 17, 2020

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain air bags which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.

Potential Risk:

In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S35.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 20S35

Notice Date: Jan 11, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 17, 2020

Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Campaign: 19V633000 SAFETY RECALL

639.1K Vehicles Affected

Recall Date: Aug 28, 2019

Safety Issue:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."

Potential Risk:

A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

FREE Recall Solution:

Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.

Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local FORD dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 19C07

Notice Date: Oct 21, 2019
Recall Date: Aug 28, 2019

Consumer Complaints

1.6K Complaints

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11435963 Other

Oct 7, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Shaking when driving under 40 mph from when I got the car. They have not been able to fix. Causes a distraction

Corrective Action:

Shaking when driving under 40 mph from when I got the car. They have not been able to fix. Causes a distraction

Additional Notes:

Shaking when driving under 40 mph from when I got the car. They have not been able to fix. Causes a distraction

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11435963

Notice Date: Oct 7, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 7, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11435614 Other

Oct 5, 2021

Defect Description:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing and turning the steering wheel, the vehicle would make grinding noises. Additionally, the front driver’s side door latch had detached, and there was an electrical failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed that the failure was related to the vehicle being involved in a rear-end collision, where the liftgate was damaged and replaced by an auto body shop. The dealer informed the contact that the frame was bent from the collision and the warranty was voided so they could not assist in repairing the door latch. The dealer did perform an alignment. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent the contact a gift card but did not provide any assistance. Paid Drained and Flush rear end assembly and Refill. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11435614

Notice Date: Oct 5, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 5, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11434552 Other

1 Vehicles Affected

Sep 27, 2021

Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

The liftgate has a mind of its own. It closes without warning and crashes on my head! I can't load anything without holding one hand over my head to catch the door as it closes unexpectedly on my head. Even a shadow causes the liftgate to close - if a child or an animal walks by. If you turn off the automatic liftgate feature you manually have to lift the gate and close it. It is very heavy to lift and close and not practical. It is way too sensitive and needs to be addressed before someone is seriously hurt.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11434552

Notice Date: Sep 27, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 27, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11431884 Other

Sep 6, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Groaning noise from engine compartment when accelerating

Corrective Action:

Groaning noise from engine compartment when accelerating

Additional Notes:

Groaning noise from engine compartment when accelerating

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11431884

Notice Date: Sep 6, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 6, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11431818 Other

Sep 5, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Wrench light came on less than 1 week after purchase. Car was bogging down terribly. Took it to shop they said it was no big deal. Told me to drive it until they could get appointment. Next day it completely shut off on hwy. Air bag malfunction as well.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11431818

Notice Date: Sep 5, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 5, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11431761 Other

Sep 4, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

After driving for 45 min on freeway,exit off and approaching a light to turn , went to accelerated and car wouldn’t go. It took a few seconds then it jumped and spontaneously accelerated.

Corrective Action:

After driving for 45 min on freeway,exit off and approaching a light to turn , went to accelerated and car wouldn’t go. It took a few seconds then it jumped and spontaneously accelerated.

Additional Notes:

After driving for 45 min on freeway,exit off and approaching a light to turn , went to accelerated and car wouldn’t go. It took a few seconds then it jumped and spontaneously accelerated.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11431761

Notice Date: Sep 4, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 4, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11431431 Other

Sep 1, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Despite it being turned on, the Check rear seats for occupants alert stopped working. I no longer get that warning when car is turned off. The problem has not yet been reported to a dealer.

Corrective Action:

Despite it being turned on, the Check rear seats for occupants alert stopped working. I no longer get that warning when car is turned off. The problem has not yet been reported to a dealer.

Additional Notes:

Despite it being turned on, the Check rear seats for occupants alert stopped working. I no longer get that warning when car is turned off. The problem has not yet been reported to a dealer.

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11431431

Notice Date: Sep 1, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 1, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11430301 Other

Aug 24, 2021

Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated while at a stop light, the vehicle inadvertently shifted into reverse independently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the driver’s seat would go down and go forward while driving. The contact stated she could not readjust the seat after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that no issues were found. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times and the dealer test drove the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 2,000.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11430301

Notice Date: Aug 24, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 24, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11429813 Other

Aug 19, 2021

Defect Description:

AIR BAGS

Potential Consequences:

I was at a red light behind 4 cars, when as I look into the rearview mirror when I saw a white van coming at me at cruising speed. As I turned the steering wheel to the left, purposely trying to avoid the vehicle in front of me, the white van slammed into me and caused me to hit my head on the steering wheel and the window. I had my seat belt on, but I was hit so hard that the car frame was bent and I was hurt. I was informed that the reason not one of my airbags went off in the front of my car was, I was hit in the rear. If I would have let my car hit the car in front of me, I would have been protected by the airbags in the front. This is a serious issue and this complaint is to request the NTSB look into requiring all vehicles to have sensors throught out the car to keep drivers and passangers should remain as steady

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11429813

Notice Date: Aug 19, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 19, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11426910 Other

Jul 28, 2021

Defect Description:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Consequences:

Interior lights are not working. Took the car to the dealership under the manufacturer warranty and they are unable to solve the problem. The dealership replaced the body control module and this did not fix the problem. Service tech stated they need to contact Ford Engineering to resolve the problem.

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11426910

Notice Date: Jul 28, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 28, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11425560 Other

Jul 19, 2021

Defect Description:

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:AIR HANDLER/CHAMBER, DUCTS, AND VALVES

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at 65-70 MPH, water started leaking from the air conditioner onto the brake and accelerator pedals and his foot. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who cleaned the air conditioner drain line however, the failure persisted. The contact stated the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer several times and the drain line was cleaned however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The contact stated his foot was wet from water leaking onto it, and it slipped off the brake pedal almost causing the vehicle to crash. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the drain line was replaced as a Ford service hotline recognition of the problem however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage 2,000.

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11425560

Notice Date: Jul 19, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 19, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11424224 Other

Jul 10, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

When at a stop light upon acceleration the car is very sluggish. I have noticed if I turn the air off there seems to be slightly more power. I feel the safety in this comes when a vehicle is moving excessively slow that it causes a potential threat to being involved in an accident.

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11424224

Notice Date: Jul 10, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 10, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11423760 Other

1 Vehicles Affected

Jul 7, 2021

Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the hands-free rear tailgate had on several occasions erroneously opened and closed without the close button being pressed or the open sensors being activated. The contact indicated that while retrieving groceries from the vehicle with the tailgate door raised the door suddenly began to close and hit the contact in the head causing a minor laceration. No medical treatment was required. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure and no service was performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures but no assistance was offered and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 1,000.

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11423760

Notice Date: Jul 7, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 7, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11419963 Other

Jun 7, 2021

Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Titanium or SEL editions have a 10 speaker B&O stereo with a 6x9 ‘subwoofer’ located in the right rear cargo area. The speaker hums/vibrates/shakes loudly through all volume levels - it is a KNOWN issue with Ford that the screws securing the speaker in to its mount are cheap and often come loose, casing loud vibrations. Tightening them back up is time consuming and only a temporary fix

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Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11419963

Notice Date: Jun 7, 2021
Recall Date: Jun 7, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11419448 Other

1 Vehicles Affected

Jun 3, 2021

Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

The rear liftgate, while open (and while I was loading/unloading items), will randomly close on its own. It does signal it is about to through very low volume beeps but it has done this some 20 times randomly in the last week. Several days ago it closed on my head, taking off a slice of skin on my scalp, knocking me down face forward onto/into the rear bumper, injuring my face/upper lip as well. This is a known/documented issue on many vehicles via many Ford Escape forms, which suggest having the key fob in your pocket or on your person is the culprit and sends the car into a frenzy.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11419448

Notice Date: Jun 3, 2021
Recall Date: Jun 3, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11419520 Other

Jun 3, 2021

Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 FORD Escape. The contact stated while using the liftgate, the liftgate failed to remain open. The liftgate inadvertently closed while loading and unloading the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed but, was not repaired repaired. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11419520

Notice Date: Jun 3, 2021
Recall Date: Jun 3, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11417938 Other

May 20, 2021

Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the bracket that connects the driver’s side door to the body of the vehicle had fractured causing the driver’s side door to not close properly. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the door bracket to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 16,655.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11417938

Notice Date: May 20, 2021
Recall Date: May 20, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11414262 Other

Apr 28, 2021

Defect Description:

SEATS

Potential Consequences:

THE SEATS HAVE METAL PROTRUDING FROM THE REAR PORTION WHERE YOUR TAILBONE WOULD REST. IT'S NOT JUST UNCOMFORTABLE, IT BECOMES PAINFUL THE LONGER YOU DRIVE. I WAS TOLD THE SEAT HEATERS WERE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED IN THE BEGINNING OF THE MANUFACTURE PROCESS FOR 2020 FORD ESCAPES. IF THEY KNOW THEY INSTALLED THEM INCORRECTLY, WHY WON'T THEY FIX THEIR MISTAKE?

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11414262

Notice Date: Apr 28, 2021
Recall Date: Apr 28, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11413069 Other

Apr 20, 2021

Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD ESCAPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED BEFORE STARTING. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THERE WAS AN UNKNOWN SENSOR WARNING LIGHT SHOWING A MALFUNCTION HAD OCCURRED. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO AUTONATION FORD VALENCIA (23920 CREEKSIDE RD, VALENCIA, CA 91355, (661) 382-4700) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ELECTRICAL WIRING WAS SOY BASED WHICH ATTRACTED RODENTS AND THAT THE WIRES HAD BEEN CHEWED THROUGH. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WIRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT YET BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11413069

Notice Date: Apr 20, 2021
Recall Date: Apr 20, 2021

Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 11408430 Other

Apr 16, 2021

Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

THE HANDS FREE LIFT GATE SOMETIME WORKS AND THEN OTHER TIMES IT WILL NOT. THE OTHER DAY AT THE CAR WASH THE TAILGATE WOULD RELEASE WHEN I WOULD WALK BEHIND THE VEHICLE WHILE WASHING IT. ALSO, THE LAST TIME I FILLED VEHICLE WITH GAS AND CLEANED THE REAR GLASS WITH WATER THE TAILGATE WOULD AUTOMATICALLY RELEASE

Corrective Action:

Additional Notes:

Manufacturer: FORD
Mfg Campaign: 11408430

Notice Date: Apr 16, 2021
Recall Date: Apr 16, 2021

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