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Recall List for the 2002 Ford Escape

Official recalls have been issued for the 2002 Ford Escape by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL: Rebuilt Transmission Shift Lever May Disengage

    If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 29, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    57
  2. RECALL: Front Wheel Bearing Has Wrong Dimensions

    Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 03, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    576
  3. RECALL: Lower Control Arm Corrosion-Regional Recall

    A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 02, 2014
    Vehicles Affected
    348,950
  4. RECALL: Speed Control Cable Connector Interference

    A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 26, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    529,719
  5. RECALL: Antilock Brake System Electrical Connectors

    Corrosion can develop in the electrical connector leading to melting, smoke or a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 09, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    244,530
  6. RECALL: ABS Module Electrical Wiring Harness

    An electrical short might cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 10, 2007
    Vehicles Affected
    446,460
  7. RECALL: Master Cylinder Leak

    Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 29, 2007
    Vehicles Affected
    13,128
  8. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 206/Rear Liftgate Door

    If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 20, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    262,113
  9. RECALL: Ford/Accelerator Cable

    An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 07, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    470,245
  10. RECALL: Ford/Engine Stalling

    Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 06, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    321,903

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