NHTSA Recall 18V471000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V471000; Date: Jul. 16, 2018
if the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Ford Escape; 2014 Ford Escape; 2013 Ford Fusion; 2014 Ford Fusion; 2015 Ford Fusion; 2016 Ford Fusion
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:floor Shift
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 504,182
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 ford escape, and 2013-2016 ford fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. the bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. the condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in park, with no warning message or audible chime.
How to Fix:
ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin july 30, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18s20. note: owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made.
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.
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