Recalls: Ford CX482 Escape
Overview
OverviewRecalls are issued for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Manufacturers or importers seek to inform the original buyer if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. However, manufacturers or importers may not have the contact details of subsequent owners. Please note that the recalls below are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Ford CX482 Escape
2019-22 Ford ZH Escape: fire hazard
In August 2022, recall campaign 22S47 was issued for 2019-22 Ford ZH Escape vehicles. In these vehicles, the front engine shield and the Active Grille Shutter (AGS) system located under the front of the vehicle required modifications. In the event of an engine failure and oil/fuel rupture, oil/fuel could be trapped in the engine compartment. In the presence of an ignition source, this could cause a vehicle fire that increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005482.
2021 Ford ZH Escape: panoramic sunroof could detach
In March 2023, recall campaign 22S58 was issued for 2021 Ford ZH Escape vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, vehicles fitted with a panoramic roof may have poor adhesion of the fixed glass panel and front roof panel to the roof frame. As a result, the panoramic roof panel and/or front panel may detach from the vehicle. If this occurred, there was an increased risk of injury to road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005629.
2019-23 Ford ZH Escape PHEV: engine failure and fire hazard
In July 2023, recall campaign 23S27 was issued for 2019-23 Ford ZH Escape PHEV vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the engine may fail prematurely. If this occurred, engine oil and/or fuel vapour could be released into the engine bay. In the presence of an ignition source, the oil/vapour could ignite and cause a fire, posing a risk to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and property. Drivers were advised that if the vehicle’s engine made an unusual noise, experienced a reduction in power, or emitted smoke or an oil odour from the engine compartment, then the driver should stop the vehicle where safe to do so, turn off the ignition and exit the vehicle. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005721.
2021 Ford ZH Escape: loss of steering control
In May 2024, recall campaign 23S57 was issued for 2021 Ford ZH Escape vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, friction and excessive movement in the steering gear could result in a loss of steering control – this condition could develop over time and under certain conditions. A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a collision and injury to both vehicle occupants and other road users. For this recall, the Ford dealer was to inspect the power steering assembly and, if needed, replace it. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005960.
2022 Ford ZH Escape PHEV: loss of power and coasting to rest
In June 2024, recall campaign 24S33 was issued for Ford ZH Escape PHEV vehicles that were manufactured between 8 February 2022 and 18 September 2022. Due to a software issue, the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) may inadvertently shift to neutral while driving, come to a stop and automatically shift to ‘Park’. If this occurred and the driver shifted back to ‘Drive’, the vehicle would enter ‘limp home’ mode, which restricted torque output. The vehicle coasting to a stop or loss of motive power could increase the risk of a collision and injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005991.
Problems and faults: Ford CX482 Escape
Overview
OverviewThis section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.
Problems and faults: Ford CX482 Escape
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Ford CX482 Escape.
