Ford Motor Company recalls 2017 Ford Escape

Recall date

August 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V617000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17,985 units

Why it was recalled

If a window closes on a body part, it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The settings for the closing-force of the power-operated windows may allow the windows to close on an object such as a body part and injure it before the windows auto-reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

What to do

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C12.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.