NHTSA Complaint #11583785 — 2018 FORD ESCAPE STRUCTURE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11583785
Vehicle	2018 FORD ESCAPE
Component	STRUCTURE
Date of Incident	April 18, 2024
Date Filed	April 18, 2024
Mileage	35,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that after a visual inspection of the spare tire well, he observed that the well was full of excess water. Later, he observed that water was entering from the rear passenger’s side quarter panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 35,000.

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