Recall 13V085000: 2013 Ford Escape, 2013 Ford Focus, 2013 Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 7, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 5,675
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
The operator may incorrectly believe the child lock is engaged. However, the door may be opened from the inside, increasing the risk of injury to an unrestrained child.
The fix
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.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 13S02.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.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Ford Escape
- 2013 Ford Focus
- 2013 Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V085000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13S02
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- Mar 27, 2013
- Components
- Latches/locks/linkages (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology