Issue ID | 1636695 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11300444 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | ESCAPE |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 14/01/20 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Vehicle engine started to reach high temperature levels while driving and a notification to stop the vehicle due to high temperatures. Can only drive for 10-15 mins before this happens. A professional mechanic performed a diagnostic test and a recall came back for 2014 ford escape - coolant level sensor system installation. In the affected vehicles, a lack of coolant circulation could cause an engine to overheat, resulting in a crack in the cylinder head. A cracked cylinder head can result in a pressurized oil leak. Oil that comes into contact with a hot engine surface increases the risk of a fire in the engine compartment. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 89000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CHARLOTTE, NC |
VIN pattern | 1FMCU0JX0EUXXXXXX |
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 | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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