Ford · United States · Crit
Ford Escape: Engine and engine cooling
Affects Ford Escape · 2013 — about 6K vehicles.
The hazard
As leaking engine coolant evaporates on the hot engine, the glycol may ignite causing an engine compartment fire.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will seal the existing plug and add a secondary plug cover, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 11, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational