POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The manual shift lever in your vehicle is connected to the transmission by a bolt. In some cases, this bolt wasn't tightened properly when a new transmission was installed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt comes loose, the shift lever could disconnect from the transmission without warning. This means you might not know what gear you're in, and when you think you're in 'PARK', the car might actually still be in gear. That means the car could roll away, posing a risk to you and others nearby.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the transmission and either tighten the bolt or replace the shift lever assembly at no cost to you. They'll get it fixed as soon as possible, and you should schedule the repair when you receive 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 wheel bearing in your vehicle is a critical part that connects your wheel to the steering and suspension system. In some cases, the wheel bearings sold as replacement parts might be the wrong size, which can affect how your vehicle handles.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're driving with the wrong wheel bearing, it could make your car harder to steer and brake, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You should contact your dealer or call Timken's customer service at 1-866-984-6536 to get a replacement wheel bearing that's the correct size — free of charge.
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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 hybrid system in your vehicle is what helps your Escape or Mariner move when the engine isn't running. It's powered by a pump that keeps the electronics cool. In some 2005-2008 models, this pump can fail and overheat the system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hybrid system overheats, it could shut off your powertrain while you're driving, making it hard to control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty coolant pump with a new, improved one that's designed to last longer. This repair is completely free, and you'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in.
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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.
Your seat cover, made of a heavier thread, is not designed to work with the airbags in your vehicle. This could cause problems if you're in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag can't deploy properly, it could result in serious injury, including broken bones or worse.
Free Fix
Marathon will replace your seat cover with a compatible one, free of charge. You'll be contacted when the replacement is ready, and you should schedule the exchange as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Original — Remedy
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.
