2008 FORD ESCAPE Recalls (6)

Campaign:: 10E043000 on 09/09/2010
Component:: Equipment
Affected:: 294
Defect:: Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. the heavier seat cover could interfere with full deployment of the airbag in the event of a crash.
Consequence:: An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury.
Correction:: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. the safety recall began on september 14, 2010. owners may contact marathon at 1-800-735-2769.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket marathon seat covers and has no relation to any original equipment installed on general motors, ford, chrysler, toyota, or nissan vehicles.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:: 14V284000 on 05/28/2014
Component:: Steering:electric power assist system
Manufactured:: 08/17/2006 - 09/10/2010
Affected:: 740,878
Defect:: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ford escape and mercury mariner vehicles manufactured august 18, 2006, through september 11, 2010. the affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. as a result, the system could remove the electric power steering (eps) assist.
Consequence:: If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (pscm) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. if a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the pscm when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on july 18, 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. ford's number for this recall is 14s05.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 14V526000 on 09/02/2014
Component:: Hybrid propulsion system
Manufactured:: 10/12/2003 - 06/19/2008
Affected:: 70,209
Defect:: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 ford escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured october 13, 2003, to june 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 mercury mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured june 10, 2005, to june 20, 2008. the coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
Consequence:: If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original motor electronics coolant (mec) pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on october 27, 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s19.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15E045000 on 06/02/2015
Component:: Suspension:front:wheel bearing
Affected:: 576
Defect:: The timken company (timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from january 22, 2015, to may 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 ford escape, 2001-2011 mazda tribute, and 2005-2011 mercury mariner vehicles. the affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Consequence:: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. the recall began on may 21, 2015. owners may contact timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15V606000 on 09/28/2015
Component:: Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Manufactured:: 03/30/2001 - 08/31/2009
Affected:: 57
Defect:: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 ford escape and mercury mariner vehicles manufactured march 31, 2001, to september 1, 2009. the affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3l or 3.0l engine and have had their cd4e transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between june 11, 2015 through july 15, 2015. these service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. as a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
Consequence:: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "park" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "park" gear position. if the vehicle is not in the "park" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. a vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Correction:: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on october 23, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15s28.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15V606000 on 09/28/2015
Component:: Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Manufactured:: 03/30/2001 - 08/31/2009
Affected:: 57
Defect:: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 ford escape and mercury mariner vehicles manufactured march 31, 2001, to september 1, 2009. the affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3l or 3.0l engine and have had their cd4e transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between june 11, 2015 through july 15, 2015. these service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. as a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
Consequence:: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "park" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "park" gear position. if the vehicle is not in the "park" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. a vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Correction:: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on october 23, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15s28.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 FORD ESCAPE TSBs (38)

Bulletin:: 0756
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Engine stalling on engagement/stopping. *kb
Bulletin:: 19715
Component:: 117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:: Instrument panel lights dim - spdjb must learn resistance values of dimmer. *kb
Bulletin:: 07611
Component:: 046200 service brakes, air:antilock:interconnecting assembly(wiring)
Summary:: Dtc b2572 / brake shift interlock will not release. *kb
Bulletin:: 07613
Component:: 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:: Cd4e transaxle fluid weep - transmission cooler line. *kb
Bulletin:: 07111
Component:: 071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:: Cold climate slow fuel fill. *nj
Bulletin:: 19819
Component:: 046400 service brakes, air:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:: 2008 escape/mariner hybrid - anti brake system (abs) - dtc c1526. *nj
Bulletin:: 19956
Component:: 070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:: 2005-2008 escape hybrid and 2006-2008 mariner hybrid vehicles are not e-85 compatible. *nj
Bulletin:: 19865
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Multiple vehicle lines - intermittent pcm, fuel pump, ign, coil, a/c, abs or fog lamp operation. *nj
Bulletin:: 072316
Component:: 136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:: Windshield wiper chatter/noise--built only on 4/14/2007. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-2-2
Component:: 063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Summary:: 3.0l duratec engine--oil leak (low ambient temperature)--dipstick or crankshaft seal. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-3-1
Component:: 036100 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u2062 (hybrid only). *nj
Bulletin:: 08-3-3
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Intermittent red triangle on and (stop safely now) on message center with wrench light and dtc p1a0c. (hybrid only) *nj
Bulletin:: 08-3-6
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: No crank / no tcm communication / theft light on / multiple dtcs. (hybrid only) *nj
Bulletin:: 20144
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Multiple vehicle lines - intermittent pcm, fuel pump, ign. coil, a/c, abs or fog lamp operation. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-5-7
Component:: 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:: Cd4e transmission--fluid leak transmission fluid cooler (excludes hybrids)--built on or before 2/18/2008. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-5-5
Component:: 070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:: Slow fuel fill and/or dtc p0451. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-5-4
Component:: 072000 fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Summary:: Slow fuel fill built before 11/26/2007. only hybrid. *nj
Bulletin:: 20213
Component:: 036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:: 2005-08 escape/escape hybrid/mariner - 2006-08 mariner hybrid - wheel speed sensor ring replacement procedure update to workshop manual. *nj
Bulletin:: SI-20010
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Ford: some multiples vehicles replacements may require revised as built data. the new level sjb service part introduced between 10/07 and 02/08 will require entry of as built data. *pe
Bulletin:: TSB-07-21-11
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: Ford/mercury/lincoln: some vehicles equipped with a 6f50 transaxle , with any output shaft speed (oss) sensor or turbine shaft speed (tss) sensor diagnostic trouble code(s) (dtcs) p0715, p0717, p0720, p0721, p0722 and/or harsh engagements,
Bulletin:: TB-21019
Component:: 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:: Ford: increased shift lever effort may have debris or something, such as sweetened drinks spilled in/on the shifter. shifter replacement resulting from spillage or debris is not warrantable. *pe
Bulletin:: TSB-09-21-9
Component:: 181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:: Ford/mercury: new service kit available for accelerator cable to pedal connection. some vehicles may require the accelerator cable to accelerator pedal connection repaired. a new service clip has been released for use, in lieu of replaci
Bulletin:: TSB-10-13-2
Component:: 012000 steering:column
Summary:: Ford/mercury: steering column pop/clunk noise on turns. some vehicles may exhibit a pop or clunk noise from the steering column area while turning. this noise typically occurs quarter turn before the steering wheel reaches it's end of tr
Bulletin:: AS-21769
Component:: 046000 service brakes, air:antilock
Summary:: Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration. *rm
Bulletin:: AS-21534
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Ford: there is excessive engine or exhaust noise, or an exhaust odor due to an exhaust leak. there will be no warning codes or lights. 2007-2008 escape/mariner. *rm
Bulletin:: CSP-09B10-2
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there may be a transmission fluid cooler tube crack which can lead to rough hard shifts/transmission failure. *rm
Bulletin:: TSB-12-4-3
Component:: 162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Summary:: Ford: vehicle's liftgate is difficult to open or difficult to close. *pe
Bulletin:: TSB-12-4-8
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Ford: some model vehicles would lose 2nd and 4th gear on a cd4e transmission. model escape 2007-2008. *pe
Bulletin:: TSB-14-0016
Component:: 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:: Ford/mercury: if diagnostic code b2278 is stored in power steering control module (pscm), it needs replacing with torque sensor service kit that is available and if not, does not apply. model 2008-2012 escape, 2008-2011 mariner.
Bulletin:: ASI-44427
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: Ford: the wrench light will illuminate when 4x4 function is inoperative due to active torque coupling solenoid coil wiring being broke, but a kit is available to service rear axle assembly/rear drive unit (rdu), at lower level. model 2008
Bulletin:: TSB-14-0157
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Mercury/ford: in one or more speed settings, electronic manual temperature control (emtc) a/c system is warm and/or lack blower motor operation in settings due to damaged blower motor resistor caused by water entering heater and evaporator
Bulletin:: ASI-44649
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Ford: a job aid was developed and now available for the ptu internal or external fluid leakage for all wheel drive vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:: 44986
Component:: 012000 steering:column
Summary:: 2008-2012 ford escape/mariner: service information involving the power steering control module with dtc b2278- steering column replacement is not required. *lj
Bulletin:: 45006
Component:: 012000 steering:column
Summary:: Ford 2008-2012 escape/mariner: bulletin information regarding steering control module with dtc b2278, not required to have steering column replaced. *lj
Bulletin:: SSM 46085
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: The powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate
Bulletin:: SSM 47201
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Replacing the original equipment sync/navigation system with either an aftermarket sync/navigation kit or modifying original sync/navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any ford, mercury or linco
Bulletin:: SSM 47009
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: The accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with remote keyless entry (rke). the master code for the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can be retrieved from fmcdealer - parts a
Bulletin:: SSM 47009
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: The accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with remote keyless entry (rke). the master code for the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can be retrieved from fmcdealer - parts a

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