Ford Motor Company – Doors may Open while Driving

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.

Report Received Date 05/07/2014
NHTSA ID 14V239000
Consequence Summary A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code 14S03
Potentially Affected 581986
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V239000)

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