2013 Ford Escape SE — Photo: IFCAR, public domain, cropped, Wikimedia Commons

Ford Escape 2013–2019 Parts

3rd generation · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and more · FWD / AWD

70 common parts
6 with factory part numbers
33 recall campaigns
12,337 NHTSA complaints

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Engine 7

Timing kit
Chain or belt depending on the engine. Check your engine size before ordering.
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Valve cover gasket
Oil seeping around the top of the engine or a burning-oil smell.
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Oil pan gasket
Oil drips under the engine. Some engines are sealed with RTV instead of a gasket.
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Engine mount
Vibration at idle or a clunk when shifting into gear.
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Transmission mount
Clunk on acceleration or when shifting between drive and reverse.
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PCV valve
Rough idle, oil leaks or whistling from a stuck valve.
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Turbocharger Turbo engines
Loss of boost, whistling or blue smoke. Turbo engines only.
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Cooling 7

Water pump
Coolant leak at the front of the engine or overheating.
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Radiator
Leaks, clogged fins or overheating in traffic.
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Thermostat
Temperature gauge stays low or climbs high; weak heat.
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Upper radiator hose
Soft, swollen or cracked hose; coolant smell.
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Lower radiator hose
Check clamps and the hose for leaks at the radiator outlet.
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Radiator cooling fan
Overheating at idle or with the A/C on.
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Coolant reservoir
Cracked tank or a cap that no longer holds pressure.
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Fuel 4

Fuel pump
Long cranking, stalling or loss of power under load.
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Fuel injector
Misfire on one cylinder or a fuel smell.
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Fuel filter
Some models use a filter built into the in-tank pump module.
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Gas cap
A loose or worn cap can turn on the check-engine light (EVAP leak).
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Ignition 4

Spark plugs
One plug per cylinder; the EPA lists 4-cylinder engines for this generation. Check your engine before ordering.
OEM ref: 1.6L I4, 2013–16: CYFS-13Y-RCX1.5L I4, 2017–19: HYFS-094-YECX2.0L I4, 1.5L: CYFS-12Y-PCTX
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Ignition coil
Misfire codes, rough idle or a flashing check-engine light.
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Camshaft position sensor
Check-engine light, hard starting or stalling.
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Crankshaft position sensor
No-start or stalling when hot.
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Brakes 10

Front brake rotors
Pulsing pedal or steering wheel shake when braking.
OEM ref: 1.5L, 1.6L, 2.0L I4: KU2Z-1V125-B
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Front brake pads
Squeal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.
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Front brake caliper
Car pulls to one side or a pad wears unevenly.
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Rear brake rotors
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
OEM ref: 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.5L I4, 2013–16: CV6Z-2C026-C1.5L, 2.0L, 2.5L I4, 2017–19: KJ5Z-2C026-A
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Rear brake pads
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake caliper
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake drums If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake shoes If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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ABS wheel speed sensor
ABS or traction-control light on; front and rear sensors differ.
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Brake hose
Cracked or swollen rubber lines; a soft pedal.
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Suspension 8

Front strut assembly
Bouncing, nose-dive when braking or leaking fluid.
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Rear shock absorber
Bouncy rear end or uneven tire wear.
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Front lower control arm
Clunk over bumps from worn bushings.
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Ball joint
Clunk or wander; check for play with the wheel off the ground.
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Sway bar link
Rattle or knock over small bumps.
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Front wheel bearing
Humming noise that changes with speed.
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Rear wheel hub and bearing
Humming or grinding from the rear that rises with speed.
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Rear coil spring
Sagging rear or a broken coil.
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Steering 3

Outer tie rod end
Loose steering or uneven front tire wear.
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Inner tie rod
Clunk when turning; replace in pairs and align.
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Steering rack
Leaks, play in the wheel or a knock when turning.
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Electrical 6

Battery
Slow cranking or electrical warnings. Check group size before ordering.
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Alternator
Battery light on, dim lights or a dead battery.
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Starter
Click or slow crank when you turn the key.
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Blower motor
Weak or no air from the vents on some fan speeds.
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A/C compressor
Warm air from the vents or a noisy clutch.
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Tire pressure sensor
TPMS warning stays on after setting tire pressures.
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Exhaust 5

Upstream oxygen sensor
Check-engine light and higher fuel use.
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Downstream oxygen sensor
Monitors the catalytic converter; often codes P0420/P0430.
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Catalytic converter
Rattle, sulfur smell or catalyst efficiency codes.
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Muffler
Louder exhaust, rust holes or rattles underneath.
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Exhaust manifold gasket
Ticking noise on cold start or exhaust smell.
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Drivetrain 6

Front CV axle
Clicking when turning or a torn boot.
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Rear CV axle AWD only
Clicking or vibration from the rear axle shafts.
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Power transfer unit AWD only
Front unit that sends power to the rear driveshaft.
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Driveshaft AWD only
Vibration at speed or a clunk when taking off.
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Rear differential AWD only
Whine or howl that changes with speed; check fluid.
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Transmission fluid
EPA lists: 6-speed automatic. Use the fluid type in your owner's manual.
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Body & Lighting 5

Headlight assembly
Hazy or yellowed lenses. Housings vary by year and trim; confirm fitment.
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Headlight bulb
Check the bulb number on your old bulb or in the owner's manual. LED units have no bulb.
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Tail light assembly
Cracked lens or moisture inside the housing.
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Side mirror
Choose the side and features (heated, power fold, signal).
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Wiper blades
Replace every 6–12 months; driver and passenger lengths differ.
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Filters & Maintenance 5

Oil filter
Change with every oil service.
OEM ref: 1.5L, 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.3L, 2.5L: BE8Z-6731-AB
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Engine air filter
Check every oil change; replace when dirty.
OEM ref: 2.5L I4: CJ5Z-9601-A1.5L, 1.6L, 2.0L I4: CV6Z-9601-A
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Cabin air filter
Weak airflow or musty smell from the vents.
OEM ref: 1.5L, 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.5L I4: CV6Z-19N619-A
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Serpentine belt
Squeal or cracks across the ribs. Some engines, including many hybrids, have no accessory belt; check yours.
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Belt tensioner
Replace with the belt if the arm shakes or the pulley is noisy (belt-driven engines).
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Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2013–2019 Escape

Overview

The 3rd generation Ford Escape covers the 2013–2019 model years in the US. The EPA lists 4 powertrains for this generation: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo (2017–2019), 1.6L 4-cyl turbo (2013–2016), 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (2013–2019) and 2.5L 4-cyl (2013–2019). Drive types: FWD / AWD. Transmissions: 6-speed automatic.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs

Engine	Years	Drive	Transmission	EPA MPG
1.5L 4-cyl turbo	2017–2019	FWD / AWD	6-speed automatic	FWD: 23 city / 30 hwy / 26 comb. AWD: 22 city / 28 hwy / 24 comb.
1.6L 4-cyl turbo	2013–2016	FWD / AWD	6-speed automatic	FWD: 23 city / 31–32 hwy / 26 comb. AWD: 22 city / 29 hwy / 25 comb.
2.0L 4-cyl turbo	2013–2019	FWD / AWD	6-speed automatic	FWD: 21–22 city / 28–29 hwy / 24–25 comb. AWD: 20–21 city / 27–28 hwy / 23–24 comb.
2.5L 4-cyl	2013–2019	FWD	6-speed automatic	FWD: 21–22 city / 29–30 hwy / 24–25 comb.

Flex-fuel (E85) versions are listed by the EPA for 2017–2019. Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA

Mention in complaint	2013–15	2016–17	2018–19
Coolant leaks or overheating	1,656 / 5,997	1,729 / 3,903	1,524 / 2,437
Check-engine light	726 / 5,997	1,136 / 3,903	859 / 2,437
Transmission problems	892 / 5,997	567 / 3,903	227 / 2,437
Stalling or loss of power	1,009 / 5,997	329 / 3,903	219 / 2,437
Steering problems	588 / 5,997	152 / 3,903	59 / 2,437
Brake problems	318 / 5,997	178 / 3,903	73 / 2,437
Electrical or battery problems	353 / 5,997	105 / 3,903	56 / 2,437

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (12,337 for 2013–2019), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Top components in complaints
2013	18	2,758	Engine, Power Train, Electrical System
2014	16	2,091	Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other
2015	9	1,148	Power Train, Engine, Back Over Prevention
2016	4	1,193	Power Train, Back Over Prevention, Engine
2017	4	2,710	Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
2018	4	1,833	Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
2019	3	604	Engine, Power Train, Engine And Engine Cooling

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (33 campaigns)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Pedals And Linkages (2013, NHTSA 12V319000)
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 ESCAPE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 8, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 7, 2012.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2013, NHTSA 12V336000)
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine.
Engine And Engine Cooling (2013, NHTSA 12V431000)
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through August 31, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines.
Engine And Engine Cooling (2013, NHTSA 12V551000)
This is an update to a recently announced recall.
Latches / Locks / Linkages (2013, NHTSA 13V085000)
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012;
Engine (2013, NHTSA 13V583000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, through June 2, 2013 and equipped with 1.6L engines.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2013, NHTSA 13V584000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine subject to prior safety recall NHTSA 12V-336.
Seats: Front Assembly, Recliner (2013–2014, NHTSA 14V164000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, through September 10, 2013, 2013-2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufa…
Air Bags: Frontal, Sensor / Control Module-Inactive (2013–2014, NHTSA 14V237000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 C-MAX, and Escape vehicles.
Structure: Body, Door (2013–2014, NHTSA 14V239000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, through April 10, 2014.
Electrical System: Wiring (2013–2014, NHTSA 14V495000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to April 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and Focus ST vehicles manufactur…
Air Bags (2013–2014, NHTSA 14V597000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured January 19, 2012, to November 21, 2013;
Electrical System: Wiring (2013, NHTSA 15V813000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles manufactured May 03, 2012, to October 14, 2013.
Latches / Locks / Linkages: Doors, Latch (2013–2015, NHTSA 16V643000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles.
Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Lever And Linkage (2013–2014, NHTSA 18V471000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions.
Latches / Locks / Linkages: Doors, Latch (2013–2015, NHTSA 20V331000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles.
Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (2013–2019, NHTSA 22V413000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles.
Equipment: Electrical, Engine Block Heater (2013–2019, NHTSA 26V011000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine.
Visibility: Sun / Moon Roof Assembly (2014, NHTSA 14V403000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured October 15, 2013, through October 22, 2013.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery (2014, NHTSA 14V525000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured May 1, 2014, to May 24, 2014, 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured on June 6, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln M…
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2014, NHTSA 15V005000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC…
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster / Panel (2014–2015, NHTSA 15V406000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to February 6, 2015, and Transit Connect vehicles manufactured May 11, 2014, to July 2, 2015.
Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine (2014, NHTSA 17V209000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines.
Seat Belts (2014–2015, NHTSA 17V472000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford F-150 and E-350, 2014-2015 Ford Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles.
Electrical System: Ignition (2015, NHTSA 15V436000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and …
Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (2015, NHTSA 22V254000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Escape vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2015–2016, NHTSA 25V695000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles.
Air Bags: Knee Bolster (2016, NHTSA 17V398000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Ford Escape vehicles.
Visibility: Power Window Devices And Controls (2017, NHTSA 16V617000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016.
Visibility: Power Window Devices And Controls (2017, NHTSA 26V374000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 16V617.
Air Bags: Side / Window (2018, NHTSA 17V803000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2018, NHTSA 18V104000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles.
Tires (2019, NHTSA 21V155000)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires.

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.