Issue ID | 1650245 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11316550 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | ESCAPE |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 03/03/20 |
Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | We have concerns about a fuel leak and subsequent fire risk for our 2010 ford escape xlt with the li i4 engine manufactured at the claycomo, missouri, plant. There has been fuel odor since september, 2019 upon approaching the vehicle. As of this week, in addition to the smell of fuel, there is a noticeable, visible pool of fuel under the vehicle; on the left side of the vehicle, in front of the rear left tire. A photo is attached. There is a recall on some 2010 ford escapes for a different engine, i would like the recall extended to included the aforementioned vehicle. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 197000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LANTANA, FL |
VIN pattern | 1FMCU0D75AKXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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