Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5
— Recall Campaign #12V336000
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 9,320 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V336000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 18, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V336000 |
| Units affected: | 9,320 |
- Description:
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.
- Consequeces:
- If this leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of a fire and/or personal injury.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify and instruct owners to stop driving their vehicles and contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to arrange pick-up of their vehicle. Customers will be provided with a rental vehicle if needed. The dealer will replace the engine compartment fuel line, free charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
- Notes:
- This is Ford recall number 12S35.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 www.safercar.gov.