2014 FORD ESCAPE Recalls (17)

Campaign:
14V164000 on 04/07/2014
Component:
Seats:front assembly:recliner
Manufactured:
06/04/2012 - 08/11/2013
Affected:
43,135
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured august 15, 2012, through september 10, 2013, 2013-2014 ford escape vehicles manufactured june 5, 2012, through august 12, 2013, and 2013-2014 ford c-max vehicles manufactured from july 23, 2012, through may 28, 2013. the driver and passenger seatback assemblies may have been produced with sub-standard weld joints used to attach the seat back recliner mechanism to the seat frame. the affected seat backs may have insufficient strength to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Consequence:
The back of the subject seats may become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2014. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. ford's number for this recall is 14c03.
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:
14V237000 on 05/06/2014
Component:
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 02/23/2014
Affected:
594,785
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 c-max, and escape vehicles. in the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (rcm) may have errors in the programming software which may result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.
Consequence:
If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the rcm, 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 14s04.
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:
14V237000 on 05/06/2014
Component:
Air bags:side/window
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 02/23/2014
Affected:
594,785
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 c-max, and escape vehicles. in the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (rcm) may have errors in the programming software which may result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.
Consequence:
If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the rcm, 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 14s04.
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:
14V239000 on 05/06/2014
Component:
Structure:body:door
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 04/09/2014
Affected:
581,986
Defect:
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:
A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
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.
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:
14V403000 on 07/07/2014
Component:
Visibility:sun roof assembly
Manufactured:
10/14/2013 - 10/21/2013
Affected:
1,867
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 ford escape vehicles manufactured october 15, 2013, through october 22, 2013. the panorama roof glass may not be properly bonded to the attaching bracket.
Consequence:
If the glass panel is improperly bonded, the glass may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Correction:
Ford has notified owners. dealers will inspect each vehicle and replace the front roof glass if its production date and sequence number falls within the affected range, free of charge. the recall is began on july 14, 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. ford's number for this recall is 14s13.
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:
14V495000 on 08/10/2014
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
10/01/2011 - 03/31/2013
Affected:
133,227
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, to april 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and focus st vehicles manufactured february 14, 2012, to october 14, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines. insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the manifold absolute pressure (map) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (pcm).
Consequence:
The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. the recall began in october 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. ford's number for this recall is 14s17.
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:
14V525000 on 09/02/2014
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Manufactured:
06/05/2014 - 06/05/2014
Affected:
301
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 ford focus vehicles manufactured may 1, 2014, to may 24, 2014, 2014 ford escape vehicles manufactured on june 6, 2014, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles manufactured june 4, 2014, to july 7, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module (fdm) may crack between the filter body and the filter cap, possibly resulting in low fuel pressure.
Consequence:
A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fdm, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s20.
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:
14V597000 on 09/25/2014
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 10/31/2013
Affected:
746,842
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 ford c-max vehicles manufactured january 19, 2012, to november 21, 2013; ford fusion vehicles manufactured february 3, 2012, to august 24, 2013; ford escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, to november 1, 2013; and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured april 25, 2012, to september 30, 2013. the coating on portions of the restraint control module (rcm) may crack, and when exposed to humidity, circuits on the printed circuit board may short.
Consequence:
The short circuits could cause the frontal air bags, side curtain air bags and the seat belt pretensioners to not function as intended when needed, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rcm, free of charge. parts are not currently available. the recall began on may 26,2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s21.
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:
14V597000 on 09/25/2014
Component:
Air bags:side/window
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 10/31/2013
Affected:
746,842
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 ford c-max vehicles manufactured january 19, 2012, to november 21, 2013; ford fusion vehicles manufactured february 3, 2012, to august 24, 2013; ford escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, to november 1, 2013; and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured april 25, 2012, to september 30, 2013. the coating on portions of the restraint control module (rcm) may crack, and when exposed to humidity, circuits on the printed circuit board may short.
Consequence:
The short circuits could cause the frontal air bags, side curtain air bags and the seat belt pretensioners to not function as intended when needed, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rcm, free of charge. parts are not currently available. the recall began on may 26,2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s21.
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:
14V597000 on 09/25/2014
Component:
Seat belts
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 10/31/2013
Affected:
746,842
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 ford c-max vehicles manufactured january 19, 2012, to november 21, 2013; ford fusion vehicles manufactured february 3, 2012, to august 24, 2013; ford escape vehicles manufactured october 5, 2011, to november 1, 2013; and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured april 25, 2012, to september 30, 2013. the coating on portions of the restraint control module (rcm) may crack, and when exposed to humidity, circuits on the printed circuit board may short.
Consequence:
The short circuits could cause the frontal air bags, side curtain air bags and the seat belt pretensioners to not function as intended when needed, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rcm, free of charge. parts are not currently available. the recall began on may 26,2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s21.
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:
15V005000 on 01/08/2015
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Manufactured:
02/13/2014 - 05/07/2014
Affected:
54,543
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) notified the agency on january 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 ford escape vehicles manufactured april 15, 2014, to may 8, 2014, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles manufactured april 21, 2014, to may 15, 2014. on april 30, 2015, ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 ford transit connect vehicles manufactured november 11, 2013, to august 29, 2014, 2014-2015 ford fiesta vehicles manufactured april 10, 2014, to june 17, 2014 and 2014 ford edge vehicles manufactured april 30, 2014, to may 21, 2014. improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Consequence:
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. the recall began on february 27, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s30.
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:
15V406000 on 06/23/2015
Component:
Electrical system: instrument panel
Manufactured:
05/18/2014 - 02/05/2015
Affected:
184,519
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ford escape vehicles manufactured may 19, 2014, to february 6, 2015, and transit connect vehicles manufactured may 11, 2014, to july 2, 2015. due to a software incompatibility issue, the instrument panel cluster be inoperative including a blank multiple functional display (mfd), and non-functional warning chimes, messages and warning lights. specific warning chimes, messages and warning lights. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 101, "control and displays."
Consequence:
If the instrument cluster is inoperative, the driver of may not be warned of safety related issues such as low tire pressures or disabled air bags, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15c03.
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:
16V643000 on 09/05/2016
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured:
10/04/2011 - 01/30/2015
Affected:
2,046,297
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 ford focus, 2013-2015 ford escape and ford c-max, 2015 lincoln mkc and ford mustang, and 2014-2016 ford transit connect vehicles. a component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence:
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. the recall began on january 27, 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16s30.
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:
17V209000 on 03/28/2017
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
02/11/2013 - 09/01/2014
Affected:
208,584
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 escape, 2014-2015 fiesta st, 2013-2014 fusion and 2013-2015 transit connect vehicles equipped with 1.6l gtdi engines. if the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.
Consequence:
If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed april 21, 2017. the recall began on january 5, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s09.
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:
17V472000 on 07/26/2017
Component:
Seat belts
Manufactured:
05/10/2014 - 06/17/2014
Affected:
94,605
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 ford f-150 and e-350, 2014-2015 ford escape, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles. improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on these vehicles.
Consequence:
The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. if a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s17.
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:
17V472000 on 07/26/2017
Component:
Seats
Manufactured:
05/10/2014 - 06/17/2014
Affected:
94,605
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 ford f-150 and e-350, 2014-2015 ford escape, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles. improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on these vehicles.
Consequence:
The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. if a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s17.
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:
18V471000 on 07/18/2018
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Manufactured:
05/14/2013 - 09/14/2013
Affected:
504,182
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 ford escape, and 2013-2016 ford fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. the bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. the condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Consequence:
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. the recall began september 20, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18s20. note: owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made.
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.

2014 FORD ESCAPE TSBs (93)

Bulletin:
ASI-32265
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Ford: a false dtcs b10c2:24, b10c4:24, b1372, b1367, may generate, in remote function actuator module (rfa) and should be ignored, while rear unlock sensors was deleted in production and software is in process of being updated. models 201
Bulletin:
ASI-32275
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Ford: on some vehicles, with mytouch, my experience displayed time jumping or audio popping during initial ignition on cycle, or slow navigation calculations, due to amount of data, within size of contact list, creating processing problem
Bulletin:
TSB-13-6-21
Component:
162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Summary:
Ford: concern with power or hands free lift-gate ajar warning chime, on some vehicles, message indicator illuminating and/or difficult to open/close liftgate. model 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP-13B13
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Ford customer satisfaction program see document search button for owner letter. at time of production, the presence of contamination, coolant mixture containing contaminated water, in engine cooling system results in corrosion of cooling
Bulletin:
TSB-13-12-12
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford: diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0106, p0236, for loss of rpm, hesitation, difficult to start, crank no start, runs rough, lack of power and also a message displayed-engine fault service engine now may be caused by wiring in signal ret
Bulletin:
ASI-44287
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles can have a poor ground that causes low voltage in body control module (bcm) that leads to erratic, intermittent operation of several electrical components and ground circuits need to be checked. model 2013 c-max, 2013
Bulletin:
ASI-44293
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Ford: the keyless entry keypad pids may be inactive when using ids, body control module (bcm) datalogger to read input from buttons of keypad. model 2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44286
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford: there are various electric issues with hood ajar, turn signals cut in and out, erratic wiper operation, headlamps flickering or are inoperative and front park lamps, fog lamps active grille shutter and also cooling fan operation can
Bulletin:
ASI-44239
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles may experience vibration, and to determine,this condition, vehicle should be driven, approximately, 15 miles to eliminate possible flat spotting conditions and other diagnosis. model 2013-2014 escape.
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0004
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Ford: at bottom of door, is a loose attachment of the left or right rear door trim panel and available for correction is a new retaining clip. model 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0006
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Ford: due to an extended operation in hot, humid conditions, the loss of airflow and/or air conditioning (a/c) may occur, intermittently, due to icing of evaporator core. model 2013 c-max, 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44234
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Ford: when attempting to eject the compact disc (cd), it would stick in player. model 2013 c-max, 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0012
Component:
162610 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Ford: on some vehicles, longer attaching screws and a new torque specification is available for the inside liftgate pull handle that is loose and/or the trim panel on liftgate, that is loose, at lower right corner. model 2013-2014 escape.
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0013
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles may have a broken latch or the latch housing is cracked. model 2013 c-max, 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44363
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: within 20 seconds after remote starting vehicle, there is a start stall issue and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1594 is set in body control module (bcm). model 2012-2014 focus, 2013-2014 escape, c-max. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44384
Component:
121300 exterior lighting:headlights:high/low beam dimmer switch
Summary:
Ford: the low to high beam or high to low beam is an intermittent transition and would need the affected hid 13008 headlamp housing replaced. model 2013-2014 escape, 2013 explorer, f150. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44360
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford: the body control module (bcm) could have low voltage from poor ground, causing an intermittent, erratic operation of several components, if diagnostic trouble code (dtc) is present. model 2013 c-max, 2013-2014 escape, focus. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44451
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Ford: some model vehicles manual for powertrain control/emission diagnostic (pc/ed) has been updated regarding improved cooling fan circuit due to a lack of air conditioning, a malfunctioning indicator lamp (mil) and overheating.
Bulletin:
ASI-44452
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1d06:15 after the replacement of the body control module (bcm) and should be ignored and no repairs or diagnostics perform. model 2012-2014 focus, c-max, escape.
Bulletin:
ASI-44389
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 01594 is set in body control module (bcm) and no other codes, after remote starting and with a start stall symptom, within 20 seconds. model 2012-2014 focus, 2013-2014 escape, c-max. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44400
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Lincoln/ford: on some vehicles, there are no upshift, only reverse and first gear available, which is due to a software discrepancy. model 2013-2014 escape, fusion, edge, explorer, taurus, mkt, mkz. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44415
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Ford: the glass, on front door, will stop midway or bounces back, when going up and is slow operating and happens mostly in cold conditions. model 2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0107
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: during ambient temperatures that is below 0 "c (32 "f), causes gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engines to have a lack of power and malfunction indicator lamp (mil) to illuminate. model 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0111
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Ford: the glass, on front door is slow and will stop midway up or bounces back when going up, after being down, during cold ambient conditions. model 2013-2014 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP-13B16
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Lincoln/ford: in powertrain control module (pcm), that allows anti lock brake system (abs) and output shaft speed sensor (oss) signal faults, a software error has occur and disabled on board diagnostic (obd) monitors with no illumination o
Bulletin:
CSP-13B14
Component:
063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Summary:
Ford: due to confusion of overfilling crankcase capacity of 1.6 engines, with other engines, in some vehicles, engine would vibrate or have excessive oil in positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system and engine air intake system. model 20
Bulletin:
ASI-44553
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: the outboard right hand cylinder head to block tofront cover t joint is leaking engine oil. model 2013-2014 fwd. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44551
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: at bottom of transmission housing is accumulation of fluid and if its sticky and honey colored likely excessive grease applied to torque converter hub or rust inhibitor applied to flexplate at time of manufacturing. model 2013-2014
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0078
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Ford: the front door (left or right) fails to operate due to an intermittent ia smart unlock function. model 2012-2014 focus, c-max, escape. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP-14N02
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Ford/lincoln: there is an extended warranty coverage for the loss of abs speed signal related communication that disable obdii system monitors for pcm reprogramming. model 2011-14 f-super duty, escape, taurus, fusion, mkt, mkz. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44699
Component:
121300 exterior lighting:headlights:high/low beam dimmer switch
Summary:
Ford: once vehicle has set for a while, body control module (bcm) goes to deep sleep mode, dimmer setting will revert back to bright and bcm would need to be reprogram bcm to latest calibration. model 2014 escape, focus, 2013-14 c-max.
Bulletin:
ASI-44704
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Ford: when moving power seats rearward or forward, grinding, squealing, binding and/or a popping noise is heard. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44713
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Lincoln/ford: on some vehicles, the moon roof sunshade binding is experiencing issues such as retaining clips/tabs are broken and its hard to open or close. model 2009-14 mks, 2011-15 explorer, 2013-14 escape. *pe
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:
44855
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Ford: some 2013-2015 ford c-max, 2013-2015 ford escape, and 2012-2014 ford focus equipped with my ford touch may be experiencing compact discs getting stuck while attempting to eject out the system. *ta
Bulletin:
44863
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. please use at your discretion. various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroo
Bulletin:
ASI-44707
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Ford: after powertrain control module reprogramming, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on with several diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p06b8, p068a, p2610, if key not left for 30 seconds in off position following programming on some m
Bulletin:
ASI-44725
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Ford/lincoln: vehicle is exhibiting vibrations while driving and cause is being attributed to tires and procedure is drive approximate 15 miles to eliminate any flat condition and misdiagnosis. model 2013-15 escape, 2015 mkc. *
Bulletin:
15-0070
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford 2013-2015 escape: bulletin information involving vehicles equipped with 1.6l gasoline turbocharged direct injected engine built before 3/13/2015 may experience an engine idle surge at on cold start, reprogramming the pcm may correct t
Bulletin:
15-0079
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Ford 2009-2014 escape, 2010-2014 fusion, 2012-2014 edge, explorer, 2013-2014 taurus: lincoln 2013-2014 mkt,mkz: mercury 2009- 2011 mariner, 2010-2011 milan. some vehicles equipped with 6f35 automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak f
Bulletin:
15-0082
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Ford 2013-2014 escape: bulletin information involving vehicles equipped with a 2.0l gasoline turbocharged direct injection engine with factory equipped trailer tow package may experience issues with trailers equipped with light emitting di
Bulletin:
ASI-44726
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Ford: clock fails to be set unless front control display interface module fcdim) has date set first and then time. model 2013-2015 c-max, 2014-2015 escape, 2014 focus. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0182
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Ford: during highway speeds of 64-88 km/h (40/55 mph), some vehicles with all wheel drive (awd) will experience a whinnying in the rear drive unit (rdu). model 2013-14 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
SB45261
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ford: when attempting to eject compact disc (cd) from player the cd gets stuck. misalignment of player to instrument panel may be possible cause *cn
Bulletin:
ASI-45215
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Ford/lincoln: global positioning satellite module (gpsm) needs reprogramming to latest calibration due to voice prompt failing to locating vehicle, screen message indicator fault of navigation, instead of current location indicates previou
Bulletin:
ASI-45225
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Lincoln/ford: some vehicles will experience tire vibration and possible flat spotting. vehicle needs to be checked and driven, by workshop tech, approximately 15 miles for diagnosis of vibrations and flat spotting. model 2013-16 escape,
Bulletin:
ASI-45239
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles transmission will experience, after a cold soak or an extended period with engine off, a 2-3 shift hesitation due to possible hydraulic circuit drain. model 2013-16 various vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
SB45295
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ford escape: right or left side catch/striker assembly coming loose, cause glovebox door to be misaligned *cn
Bulletin:
SB45300
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ford escape: cleaning tip for chrome appearance physical vapor disposition. use of certain off-the-shelf cleaner/or polishing products may cause harm to wheels *cn
Bulletin:
TSB15-0129
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Ford: 2013-2015 c-max and 2013-2016 escape equipped with leather seating may experience cracks in driver front or passenger side facing panel or seat cushion cover outboard bolster *cn
Bulletin:
TSB15-0130
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Ford: 2013-2016 escape vehicles will have a whistling or wind type noise from exterior mirrors, at highway speed *cn
Bulletin:
45259
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
15-0162
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
ASI-45156
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
ASI-45166
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
16-0031
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Issue some 2013-2014 focus st, fusion, escape and mkz vehicles equipped with a 2.0l gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine and built on 9/1/2012 and through 8/1/2013 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil)
Bulletin:
16-0033
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Wind or whistle noise from exterior mirror(s) at highway speed - built on or before 1/22/2016 issue some 2013-2016 escape vehicles built on or before 1/22/2016 may exhibit a wind or whistle noise from the exterior mirror(s) at highway
Bulletin:
16-0043
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
6f35 transmission - fluid leak at left side halfshaft seal built on or before 10/14/2013 issue some 2009-2014 escape, 2009-2011 mariner, 2010-2014 fusion, 2010-2011 milan, 2012-2014 edge/explorer, and 2013-2014 taurus/mkt/mkz vehicles b
Bulletin:
16-0045
Component:
Fuel/propulsion system (pws)
Summary:
2.0l ecoboost - fuel odor issue some 2013-2016 escape, 2015-2016 mkc vehicles built on or before 12/15/2015, 2013-2016 fusion, mkz, 2013-2015 explorer, 2013-2014 focus st and edge vehicles equipped with 2.0l ecoboost engines may exh
Bulletin:
SSM-45797
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Drive minimum 15 miles before diagnosing tire vibrations
Bulletin:
SSM-45821
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Siri eyes free functional issues using bluetooth and apple ios 9.2 and 9.2.1
Bulletin:
SSM-45838
Component:
162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Summary:
Inoperative hands-free liftgate after addition of trailer hitch
Bulletin:
SSM 46129
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Some 2013-2016 fusion/escape/mkt/flex/mks/taurus, 2015-2016 mkz/mkc/edge and 2016 mkx vehicles may exhibit various radio concerns including: speaker static with key-off, no audio after vehicle is first started with diagnostic trouble code (
Bulletin:
SSM 46132
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is required due to a brake system warning lamp being illuminated. if the
Bulletin:
SSM 46157
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
All 2013-2017 escape vehicles exhibit a frayed/cut short appearance at the front edge of the headliner near the windshield. this is a normal characteristic of the headliner and no repairs should be attempted.
Bulletin:
SSM 45887
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
2013-2016 escape,2014-2016 fiesta, transit connect and 2013-2015 fusion vehicles equipped with 1.6l gtdi engine - updated workshop manual (wsm) section 303-03 cooling system
Bulletin:
SSM 46132
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is required due to a brake system warning lamp being illuminated. if the
Bulletin:
TSB16-0101
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Some 2013-2014 focus st, fusion, escape and vehicles equipped with a 2.0l gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine and built on 9/1/2012 and through 8/1/2013 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagn
Bulletin:
SSM 45922
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Some 2013-2016 escape vehicles equipped with 2.5l engine may exhibit a rough idle, low rpm at idle or a stall on hot restart with no dtcs in self test. this may be due to the a/c compressor clutch being seized. if a vehicle comes in for thi
Bulletin:
SSM 45926
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
2013-2017 fusion/escape/mkz (excluding 3.7l), 2015-2016 edge/explorer (excluding 3.5l/3.7l), 2015-2016 mkc, and 2016 mkx vehicles (excluding 3.7l) equipped with all wheel drive (awd) may exhibit a leaking passenger side power transfer unit
Bulletin:
TSB 17-0004
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some 2013-2014 escape vehicles equipped with emtc may exhibit incorrect air distribution from the instrument panel registers when panel mode is selected on the heating ventilation air conditioning (hvac) control panel. follow the service pr
Bulletin:
SSM 46295
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
To help differentiate engine oil leaks from other possible sources, a new white-colored fluorescent engine oil dye is available. workshop manual (wsm), section 303-00 has been revised to reference the new white-colored dye. the new white fl
Bulletin:
SSM 46327
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
2013-2016 fiesta, escape, transit connect and 2013 fusion vehicles with a 1.6l gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine may exhibit an engine oil level reading that is up to 8 mm above the maximum mark on the engine oil dipstick
Bulletin:
SSM 46355
Component:
102300 power train:manual transmission:shift pattern indicator
Summary:
Multiple 2014-2016 vehicles equipped with 6f35 transmission and built on 1-jan-2014 and through 31-dec-2015 may exhibit harsh reverse engagement and harsh/delayed 3rd and 5th gear up/down shifts with no dtcs present. this may be due to a me
Bulletin:
SSM 46170
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
2013-2017 escape vehicles equipped with moonroof exhibit a small vent opening position of 5 mm. this is the normal vent position for optimal nvh/windnoise qualities. when the vent is closed, the moonroof will open to the 10 mm position then
Bulletin:
SSM 46210
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some 2010-2016 epas equipped vehicles may exhibit steering related noises. the workshop manual (wsm) diagnostic procedures have been updated in section 211-02. when diagnosing and repairing epas steering noises use the updated procedures.
Bulletin:
TSB 17-0034
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Some 2013-2017 escape vehicles built on or before 28-feb-2017 may exhibit a noise and/or vibration from the climate control blower motor with or without a lack of airflow from panel registers and may also have an odor. this concern may be d
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 46102
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Some vehicles may have a concern where the safety belt retractor webbing does not extract from the stowed position or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use. this may be due to a normal condition which happens when the seatb
Bulletin:
SSM 46703
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Some 2013-2017 edge/mkx/escape/mkc/fusion/mkz/flex/mkt/mondeo/kuga/ecosport awd vehicles where diagnosis leads to a rdu clutch issue, a rear drive unit (rdu) service kit is available. use the vehicle identification number (vin) in the parts
Bulletin:
SSM 46862
Component:
284000 back over prevention: camera system
Summary:
Some owners of 2013-2018 escape vehicles may complain of the rear license plate viewed in the lower portion of the display screen when using the parking aid camera. this is due to the convex camera lens to provide as much viewing angle as p
Bulletin:
17-2218
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Some 2013-2018 escape, focus and c-max vehicles may exhibit a water stained headliner after the vehicle has experienced a water leak from areas such as the roof opening panel, fixed glass, roof rails and roof ditch mouldings. follow the pro
Bulletin:
SSM 46900
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and a dtc p161a after pcm replacement. this may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. to clear this dtc, use
Bulletin:
SSM 46937
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some 2013-2016 escape vehicles equipped with a 1.6l ecoboost engine may require the replacement of the a/c suction line. when replacing the suction line, verify that all of the compressor to engine block fasteners are installed and torqued
Bulletin:
SSM 47080
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with sync or sync 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the spotify app via applink. as of an update released on 1/15/2018 spotify will no longer be supporting their applink integration. no re
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 47234
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some 2013-2016 escape and 2016 focus, transit and transit connect vehicles equipped with a front control display interface module (fcdim) may exhibit the inability to store am/fm presets, select am/fm presets and/or erratic preset button op
Bulletin:
SSM 47000
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some 2013-2018 escape/fusion/mkz vehicles equipped with 2.5l or 1.5l/2.0l/3.0l ecoboost engine, 2015-2018 mkc/edge/explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0l/2.3l/2.7l ecoboost engine, 2016-2018 mkx vehicles equipped with 2.7l ecoboost engine, 20
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 47000
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Some 2013-2018 escape/fusion/mkz vehicles equipped with 2.5l or 1.5l/2.0l/3.0l ecoboost engine, 2015-2018 mkc/edge/explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0l/2.3l/2.7l ecoboost engine, 2016-2018 mkx vehicles equipped with 2.7l ecoboost engine, 20
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
Bulletin:
SSM 47416
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some 2013-2018 escape vehicles may exhibit damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone). if the rear suspension front lower arm requires replacement, an updated part bv6z-5500-d with a solid bushing is
Bulletin:
SSM 47430
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
If a trailer hitch receiver is installed on a 2013-2018 escape or 2015-2019 mkc vehicle equipped with a hands-free liftgate, the hands-free liftgate function will become inoperative. hands-free liftgate function can be restored by replacing

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