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Recall 14V-239

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2013 to 2014 Ford Escape: Structure (body, door).

At a glance

Campaign number
14V-239
Reported
May 7, 2014
Vehicles affected
581,986 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 14S03.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles