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Ford · United States · High

Ford Escape: Air bags — side/window

Affects Ford Escape · 2018 — about 11K vehicles.

The hazard

If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S44.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational