NHTSA Complaint #11579589 — 2021 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11579589
Vehicle	2021 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	March 11, 2024
Date Filed	March 26, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

Driver side door hinge pops when opening and closing. Spoke to a Ford dealer and since we are now just over 36,000 miles, our warranty is out. Concerned the door will not close/open or open while in motion. Need to drive this vehicle to work everyday.

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