Recall 06V-382
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2006 Ford Escape Hev: Power train (driveline).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-382
- Reported
- October 5, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 6,164 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain front wheel drive hybrid vehicles, the intermediate shaft may not have been properly heat treated and may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
The risk
If a fracture occurs, the powertrain will lose the ability to transmit torque to the drive wheels and the transmission will not hold the vehicle stationary when placed in the park position, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the drivetrain intermediate shaft and replace it if necessary. The recall began on october 23, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford recall no. 06s44.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Ford Escape Hev 2006