POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The shift lever in your vehicle connects your gearshift to the transmission. In some 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models, the rebuilt transmission may have a loose bolt that can come undone, causing the lever to break free.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might not be able to switch gears properly, and the gear indicator on your dashboard may show the wrong gear. If you stop the car and get out, the vehicle could roll away, which could hurt you or bystanders.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the transmission and either tighten the bolt or replace the shift lever assembly, all at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
The front wheel bearing in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your tires stay securely attached to the wheel. In some cases, the wrong bearings have been made, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wrong bearing is installed, it could affect how well your brakes and steering work, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the incorrect wheel bearing with a new one that's the right size, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
The head restraint system in your vehicle is designed to protect your head and neck in a crash. However, in certain SUVs without side air curtains or moonroofs, the head restraint might not provide adequate protection.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle is involved in a crash, the head restraint might not absorb the impact properly, which could lead to personal injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will add extra energy-absorbing material above the headliner in the A-pillar area, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT SIDE AIR CURTAINS OR MOONROOFS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE FREE MOTION HEAD FORM REGISTERED A MEASUREMENT ABOVE THE PERMITTED LIMIT AT THE LEFT HAND A-PILLAR TRIM AREA.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO THE ENERGY ABSORBING MATERIAL LOCATED ABOVE THE HEADLINER IN THE AFFECTED AREA FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 19, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
The hybrid propulsion system's coolant pump in your 2005-2008 Ford Escape or 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner is a key part that helps keep the hybrid electronics running smoothly. But in your vehicle, this pump might fail, causing the electronics to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hybrid electronics get too hot, the powertrain could shut down while you're driving, making it hard to control the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the faulty coolant pump with a more reliable brushless pump, and this repair is completely free. You'll get a notice to schedule the fix, and you should take it as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
The mechanism that keeps your rear liftgate closed is called the latch and locking system. In some 2001-2005 Ford SUVs, this system doesn't meet safety standards, which means it might not stay closed in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you forget to lock your liftgate and get into a crash, it could swing open, potentially injuring you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty latch parts at no cost to you, so schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN 2004-2005 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND CERTAIN 2001-2003 SPORT UTIITY VEHICLE HAVING REAR LIFTGATE COMPONENTS SERVICED WITH 2004 EQUIVALENT COMPONENTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, 'DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS.' THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCHING SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET THE INERTIA LOAD REQUIREMENT IN ONE DIRECTION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE LIFTGATE IS LEFT UNLOCKED, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL THAT IT MAY OPEN DURING A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH RELEASE ROD, THE RELEASE ROD ATTACHMENT CLIP AND THE DOOR HANDLE RETURN SPRING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
