NHTSA Recall 14V239000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V239000; Date: May. 7, 2014
A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Ford Escape; 2014 Ford Escape
Component: Structure:body:door
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 581,986
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 30, 2014
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