NHTSA Complaint #11576912 — 2012 FORD ESCAPE

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11576912
Vehicle	2012 FORD ESCAPE
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	March 11, 2024
Date Filed	March 12, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

While doing an exhaust inspection on my car, I noticed the front subframe is rusted completely through on the right hand side near the rear lower control are bushing. This is a major structural component of the vehicle and I believe it is a huge safety risk driving it. The car has around 114,000 miles on it. I feel Ford should issue a recall and replace these rusted trough front subframes. I cannot afford to replace it at the cost of $2000 including labor. Please help, thank you.

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