Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your Escape's door handles might not be properly attached to the door outer panel, making it hard to close the door or it might open while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the door opens unexpectedly, a passenger could fall out of the vehicle, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the door handles and make any necessary adjustments to fix the problem, and this repair is completely free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
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