NHTSA recall 13V-085 (13V085000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported March 7, 2013 - about 5,675 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V085000
- Also written as
- 13V-085
- Manufacturer number
- 13S02
- Reported
- March 7, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~5,675
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal force to activate the child lock.
Why it is dangerous
The operator may incorrectly believe the child lock is engaged. However, the door may be opened from the inside, increasing the risk of injury to an unrestrained child.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected rear door latches, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-085 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.