2013 Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid | 2013 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Escape — Latches/locks/linkages
Published March 11, 2013 · Recall initiated: March 7, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V085000, published March 11, 2013 and initiated March 7, 2013. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2013 Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid | 2013 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Escape — Latches/locks/linkages.
What's the hazard
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal force to activate the child lock.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected rear door latches, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- redundant C-MAX HYBRID
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2013 FORD redundant C-MAX HYBRID | 2013 FORD FOCUS | 2013 FORD ESCAPE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid | 2013 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Escape — Latches/locks/linkages recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V085000 on March 11, 2013. Reported hazard: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal force to activate the child lock.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected rear door latches, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 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: redundant C-MAX HYBRID.