recall information
Recall number
REC-005960
Campaign number
23S57
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Ford
Model
ESCAPE
Year range
2021
Affected units
159
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, over time and under certain conditions friction and excessive movement in the steering gear could result in a loss of steering control.
What are the hazards?
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing by Ford Australia and are asked to make an appointment to have the power steering assembly inspected and if needed replaced, free of charge.
Supplier details
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Ford Customer Relationship Centre
Contact phone
13 36 73
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
