2001-2002 Ford Escape recall: control unit/module

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on January 9, 2012. It covers about 244,530 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 244,530
reported: Jan 9, 2012
owners notified: Jun 19, 2012
related complaints: 358

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

What is wrong: Ford is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 escape vehicles manufactured from october 22, 1999, through july 19, 2002, equipped with a brake master cylinder reservoir cap that could leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks from the cap, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (ABS) module wiring harness connector.
Risk: Corrosion can develop in the electrical connector leading to melting, smoke or a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder reservoir cap and the ABS electrical system will be modified. An interim letter was mailed on january 20, 2012. Due to a parts delay, however, the remedy may not be available currently. If parts are not available, ford will instruct owners to park their vehicles outside until such time as parts become available. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. This recall campaign is related to 07v‑156.

Recall number 12V005000

Affected vehicles

Ford Escape 2001-2002 2001 2002

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 358 complaints about brakes problems.

2001 Ford Escape 2002 Ford Escape

Questions about recall 12V005000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2002 Ford Escape control unit/module?

Yes. Recall 12V005000, reported on January 9, 2012, covers about 244,530 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V005000?

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder reservoir cap and the ABS electrical system will be modified. An interim letter was mailed on january 20, 2012. Due to a parts delay, however, the remedy may not be available currently. If parts are not available, ford will instruct owners to park their vehicles outside until such time as parts become available. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. This recall campaign is related to 07v‑156.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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