NHTSA Complaint #11541206 — 2021 FORD ESCAPE STRUCTURE:BODY

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11541206
Vehicle	2021 FORD ESCAPE
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	June 26, 2023
Date Filed	August 28, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

Left Driver door making popping sound when opening or closing due to spot welds failing. Left Driver door has no catch when opening until door is completely open. Left Driver door electronics affected due to spot welds failing this includes window up/down function and locking/unlocking. Claim filed with Ford customer concern and spoke to dealer. Ford wants $2600.00 to repair and will contribute $900.00 because vehicle is out of warranty.

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