The risk of engine fires has prompted Ford to recall 2013 Escape and Fusion models equipped with its 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine. Escape and Fusion models with other engines are not affected.
The redesigned Escape ranks highly among affordable compact SUVs, with reviewers noting its composed handling, comfortable seats and good fuel economy, particularly with the engine in question. The all-new 2013 Fusion just recently hit dealer lots, and has impressed test drivers with its attractive exterior styling, comfortable seats ...
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2013 Ford Escape, Fusion Recalled for Engine Fires
The risk of engine fires has prompted Ford to recall 2013 Escape and Fusion models equipped with its 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine. Escape and Fusion models with other engines are not affected.
The redesigned Escape ranks highly among affordable compact SUVs, with reviewers noting its composed handling, comfortable seats and good fuel economy, particularly with the engine in question. The all-new 2013 Fusion just recently hit dealer lots, and has impressed test drivers with its attractive exterior styling, comfortable seats ...
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Latest 2013 Models Shine in Safety Tests
Over 40 new and redesigned cars, trucks and SUVs are being introduced for the 2013 model year. That's more than 15 percent of the 2013 new car market. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have begun testing these vehicles, and many perform well in crash tests.
Kicking Tires reports that NHTSA released scores for a small batch of new and redesigned models, and they earn good scores. The 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT ...
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Ford Recalls 423,634 Escape SUVs for Faulty Throttle
Ford is recalling 423,634 Escape SUVs in the U.S. from the 2001 to 2004 model years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, these SUVs, which have a 3.0-liter V6 engine and cruise control, are at risk of their gas pedals becoming stuck.
NHTSA says the recalled Escape SUVs don’t have enough space between the engine cover and cruise control cable connector. The Associated Press, who has received more information from Ford, explains, “On the ...
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2013 Ford Escape and 2012 Nissan Juke Recalled
Ford is recalling 8,266 Escape compact SUVs from the 2013 model year for a problem with the proximity of the carpet padding to the brake and gas pedals. In a separate recall, Nissan is recalling 11,076 Juke vehicles from the 2012 model year because the back of the rear seats could come apart in a crash.
In the 2013 Ford Escape recall, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that some of the carpet padding to the right ...
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Ford Recalls Escape, Freestar and Mercury Monterey
Ford is recalling minivans and SUVs in the U.S. for issues that could cause power loss or a potential fire hazard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that certain 2001-02 Ford Escape SUVs might have a brake master cylinder reservoir cap that leaks brake fluid. If present, the leak could contact the wiring harness for the anti-lock braking system, potentially causing the harness to melt, smoke or catch fire.
The Detroit News reports that in total, 274,368 ...
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