Ford recalls 9,900 vehicles across two campaigns
Tue, Dec 29 2015
The Basics: In one recall, Ford will recall 9,017 examples of the 2013 Escape with build dates from January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and the 2013-2014 Focus ST produced between May 3, 2012, and October 14, 2013.
The Problem: Splices in the engine wiring harness might not have enough compression, and this can cause the manifold absolute pressure sensor to send incorrect signals to the powertrain control module. This issue could cause the engine to stall.
Injuries/Deaths: None reported.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
If You Own One: The repair campaign will begin on January 4, 2016.
More Information: Ford recalled the 2013 Escape and Focus ST in August 2014 for the same problem, and this is an expansion of that campaign, according to company spokesperson John Cangany to Autoblog.
The Basics: In the smaller of the two campaigns, Ford will recall 868 examples of the 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and MKT.
The Problem: The fuel delivery module can crack, which would cause a fuel leak.
Injuries/Deaths: None reported.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module.
If You Own One: Owners should receive notice soon because NHTSA's report says the recall begins in December.
More Information: According to Cangany, this recall is an expansion of a campaign from 2013 for these vehicles.
RECALL Subject : Engine Wiring Splices may cause Stall
Report Receipt Date: DEC 02, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V813000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,017
All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
FORD ESCAPE 2013
FORD FOCUS 2013-2014
Details
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
SUMMARY:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles manufactured May 03, 2012, to October 14, 2013. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (PCM).
CONSEQUENCE:
The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17-S1.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
RECALL Subject : Fuel Delivery Module may Crack and Leak
Report Receipt Date: DEC 02, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V812000
Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 868
All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
FORD EXPLORER 2013
FORD FLEX 2013
FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN 2013
FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILIT 2013
FORD TAURUS 2013
LINCOLN MKS 2013
LINCOLN MKT 2013
Details
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
SUMMARY:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
CONSEQUENCE:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
REMEDY:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Report Receipt Date: DEC 02, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V813000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,017
All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
FORD ESCAPE 2013
FORD FOCUS 2013-2014
Details
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
SUMMARY:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles manufactured May 03, 2012, to October 14, 2013. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (PCM).
CONSEQUENCE:
The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17-S1.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
RECALL Subject : Fuel Delivery Module may Crack and Leak
Report Receipt Date: DEC 02, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V812000
Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 868
All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
FORD EXPLORER 2013
FORD FLEX 2013
FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN 2013
FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILIT 2013
FORD TAURUS 2013
LINCOLN MKS 2013
LINCOLN MKT 2013
Details
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
SUMMARY:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
CONSEQUENCE:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
REMEDY:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
By Chris Bruce
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