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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V336000

2013 Ford Escape — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published July 19, 2012 · Recall initiated: July 18, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V336000, published July 19, 2012 and initiated July 18, 2012. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2013 Ford Escape — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.

What to do

Ford will notify and instruct owners to stop driving their vehicles and contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to arrange pick-up of their vehicle. Customers will be provided with a rental vehicle if needed. The dealer will replace the engine compartment fuel line, free charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
ESCAPE
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2013 FORD ESCAPE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Ford Escape — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V336000 on July 19, 2012. Reported hazard: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ford will notify and instruct owners to stop driving their vehicles and contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to arrange pick-up of their vehicle. Customers will be provided with a rental vehicle if needed. The dealer will replace the engine compartment fuel line, free charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: ESCAPE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)