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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V584000

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

Published November 25, 2013 · Recall initiated: November 25, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V584000, published November 25, 2013. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2013 Ford Escape — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (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 subject to prior safety recall NHTSA 12V-336. In some cases, the engine compartment fuel line may have been installed incorrectly when repaired under the prior recall. The misinstalled fuel line could chafe and eventually leak fuel.

What to do

Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fuel line, and if necessary, replace it, free of charge. An interim notice will be mailed to owners during January 2014. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S12.

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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 13V584000 on November 25, 2013. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (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 subject to prior safety recall NHTSA 12V-336. In some cases, the engine compartment fuel line may have been installed incorrectly when repaired under the prior recall. The misinstalled fuel line could chafe and eventually leak fuel.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fuel line, and if necessary, replace it, free of charge. An interim notice will be mailed to owners during January 2014. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S12.

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)