Engine may continue to run/fmvss 114
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 ford escape vehicles manufactured april 1, 2014, to june 12, 2015, ford focus vehicles manufactured june 17, 2014, to june 12, 2015, and ford c-max vehicles manufactured april 22, 2014, to june 12, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the engine may continue to run after the key or the start/stop engine button is turned to off. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 114, "theft protection and rollaway prevention."
Safety Consequence
If the engine does not turn off as expected, someone could move the transmission shifter out of park and the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. the recall began on july 27, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15c06.
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FAQ: Recall 15V436000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V436000?
NHTSA recall 15V436000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 8, 2015. It addresses: Engine may continue to run/fmvss 114. The recall affects approximately 374,781 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V436000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15C06. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.