NHTSA recall 14V-526 (14V526000)
hybrid propulsion system recall reported September 3, 2014 - about 70,209 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V526000
- Also written as
- 14V-526
- Manufacturer number
- 14S19
- Reported
- September 3, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~70,209
- Component
- hybrid propulsion system
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
Why it is dangerous
If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S19.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-526 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 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.