2015 Ford Escape recall: shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on April 14, 2022. It covers about 96,015 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 96,015
- reported
- Apr 14, 2022
- owners notified
- May 27, 2022
- related complaints
- 287
Power train: shift linkage/cable/rod
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Escape vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
- Risk
- A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the under hood shifter bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S25.
Recall number 22V254000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Escape 2015 2015
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 287 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 22V254000
Is there a recall on the 2015 Ford Escape shift linkage/cable/rod?
Yes. Recall 22V254000, reported on April 14, 2022, covers about 96,015 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V254000?
Dealers will replace the under hood shifter bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S25.
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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