Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2001 Ford Escape

Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2001 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (eleven problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Escape


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2001 Ford Escape

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v602000 (latches/locks/linkages). The contact stated that the interior and exterior door latches failed on the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact stated that only the drivers side door could be unlocked. The remaining three doors on the vehicle had failed inside and out. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

I have had problems with the liftgate latch not locking properly for nearly a year. I found on your website under "recalls" that this is a problem with my vehicle model (Ford Escape 2001). I called my local Ford dealership and they told me it is not found under the Ford oasis of recalls.   Read details...


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