Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2004 Ford Escape

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2004 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the hood latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (one problem).

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

Problem Category Number of Problems
Hood Latch problems
2
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1
Door Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2004 Ford Escape

The Hood Latch problem

2004 Ford Escape hood flew open while driving at 55 mph. ** answer required*** the vehicle's warranty had expired two weeks prior to this incident therefore the dealer would not cover the repairs. The vehicle was taken to a local body shop for repair.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 04v602000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where other recall repairs were   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The consumer contacted Ford regarding recall number 04v602000/latch/locks/doors. However, the consumer stated that he had the vehicle identification number ran by the dealer, and the vehicle was included; but did not receive a letter.   Read details...


Latches/locks/linkage related problems in other Ford Escape model year vehicles:



Escape Service Bulletins
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