Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #14V239000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V239000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2013-2014 escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, through april 10, 2014 Includes 581,986 affected units, Doors may Open while Driving, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2014 escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, through april 10, 2014

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V239000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2014-05-07T00:00:00
Subject: Doors may open while driving
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 581,986

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 14S03
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.66

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