Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5
— Recall Campaign #12V431000
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through August 31, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines. The cylinder head cup plug (freeze plug) may become dislodged resulting in significant loss of engine coolant.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 6,146 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V431000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 04, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V431000 |
| Units affected: | 6,146 |
- Description:
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through August 31, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines. The cylinder head cup plug (freeze plug) may become dislodged resulting in significant loss of engine coolant.
- Consequeces:
- As leaking engine coolant evaporates on the hot engine, the glycol may ignite causing an engine compartment fire.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will seal the existing plug and add a secondary plug cover, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 11, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
- Notes:
- Ford's recall campaign number is 12S39.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.