NHTSA Complaint #11605794 — 2012 FORD ESCAPE
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11605794 |
| Vehicle | 2012 FORD ESCAPE |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 75,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | IN |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle pulled to the right while stopping. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the passenger's side engine cradle subframe was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
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