Is the 2013 FORD Escape safe to drive?

The 2013 FORD Escape has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 14V239000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

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.

How to Get This Fixed

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.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #14V239000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 14V239000

What This Recall Means

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?