2001-2004 Ford Escape: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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NHTSA Recall History
2001 2WD w/o antilock brakes:
Improper rear hubs may cause rear wheels to separate from vehicle. Dealers will inspect and replace if necessary.
2001 w/cruise control:
The speed-control cable can have a cracked or missing servo cap. Over time, corrosion could interfere with the function of the speed control. Dealers will inspect and replace affected caps.
2001:
Incorrect steering-wheel nut can lead to steering wheel separating from steering column. Dealers will inspect and replace affected steering-wheel assemblies.
2001:
O-ring seats in the fuel line might be damaged, causing an odor or fire. Dealers will inspect and replace affected fuel lines.
2001:
The safety belt latch may malfunction, and release with very little pressure, resulting in its lack of utility in a crash.
2001:
Windshield-wiper linkage can disengage, resulting in possible loss of wiper function. Dealers will inspect and replaced affected wiper linkages.
2001-03:
On 3.0L engines, the engine could stall at speeds below 40 mph due to a fuel-air mixture error. Dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module.
2001-04 Escape w/ABS:
The ABS module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the ABS module for missing or dislodged wire seals.
2001-05:
Certain liftgates serviced with 2004-equivalent components fail to comply with requirements; if liftgate is left unlocked, it could open during a crash.
2002 w/3.0-liter V6:
Accelerator cable may prevent throttle from returning to idle position, resulting in unexpected increase in idle speed that may lengthen stopping distance.
2003 w/3.0-liter V6:
Engine can stall during deceleration.
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