Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles Equipped With Antilock Brakes (Abs), The Abs Module Connector May Have Missing Or Dislodged Wire Seals. This Condition Could Allow Contamination To Enter The Module Connector, Creating A Potential For An Electrical Short.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
ESCAPE
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
07V156000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/TrAction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
Effect Of Defect
An Electrical Short Might Cause An Abs MalfunCTIon That Would Illuminate The Abs Warning Light, And In Some Cases, The Module May Overheat Resulting In Burning Odor, Smoke, And/Or Fire. This Condition Could Occur Either When The Vehicle Ignition Switch Is In The Off Position Or While The Vehicle Is Being Operated.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Wire Harness Connector To The Abs Module For Missing Or Dislodged Wire Seals, And Repair Or Replace The Harness Connector As Appropriate. The Dealer Will Also Inspect The Connector On The Abs Module And Replace It If It Is Found To Be Corroded Or Damaged. The Recall Began On April 23, 2007. Owners May Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19991022
End Of Manufacture
20040123
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
446460
Date Owners Notified
20070423
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20070410
Make Campaign Number
07S51