2019–2023 Ford Escape Phev
- Affected
- 206
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- 23S27
- Supplier
- FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
The defect
Due to a manufacturing issue, the engine may fail prematurely. If this occurs, engine oil and/or fuel vapor could be released into the engine bay and accumulate in the presence of ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.
The hazard
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
The remedy
Note: If the vehicle's engine exhibits an unusual noise, experiences a reduction in available engine power, generates smoke from engine compartment and/or oil smoke odour is identified when driving, drivers should stop the vehicle where is safe to do so, turn off the ignition, evacuate the vehicle as soon as possible.Ford will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment at their preferred Ford Authorised Dealership for the repair, free of charge.
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 206 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD on 13 36 73 to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Contact:
- Ford Customer Relationship Centre
- Phone:
- 13 36 73
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.