NHTSARecalled May 7, 2014 · #14V239000
Doors may Open while Driving
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Product details
- Product
- Doors may Open while Driving
- 2013-2014 Escape
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Model numbers
- 2014 Escape
- UPCs
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What you should do
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.