NHTSA Recall 06V382000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V382000; Date: Oct. 5, 2006
If a fracture occurs, the powertrain will lose the ability to transmit torque to the drive wheels and the transmission will not hold the vehicle stationary when placed in the park position, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Ford Escape Hev
Component: Power Train:driveline
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 6,164
Recall Summary:
On certain front wheel drive hybrid vehicles, the intermediate shaft may not have been properly heat treated and may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the drivetrain intermediate shaft and replace it if necessary. The recall began on October 23, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Ford recall no. 06s44. Customers can 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 23, 2006
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