Recall 14V403000: 2014 Ford Escape

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jul 2, 2014
Vehicles affected
1,867
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured October 15, 2013, through October 22, 2013. The panorama roof glass may not be properly bonded to the attaching bracket.

The risk

If the glass panel is improperly bonded, the glass may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect each vehicle and replace the front roof glass if its production date and sequence number falls within the affected range, free of charge. The recall is began on July 14, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S13.

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
14V403000
Manufacturer campaign
14S13
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Owner letters
Jul 16, 2014
Components
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly (Visibility & Wipers)

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