2012 Ford Escape recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 2 2012 Ford Escape recalls, newest first
Oct 26, 2016Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010 to 2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010 to 2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
NHTSA campaign 16V777000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 3, 2015Suspension, FrontThe Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001 to 2012 Ford Escape, 2001 to 2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005 to 2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Risk: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1 866 984 6536.
NHTSA campaign 15E045000 · Timken Company
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Ford Escape have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 Ford Escape. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 Ford Escape has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.