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WASHINGTON - Ford Motor Co. said Tuesday it was recalling more than 500,000 Ford Escape sport utility vehicles after receiving reports of engine fires linked to corrosion on antilock brake connectors.
Ford said the recall involved 444,880 Escapes from the 2001-2004 model years in the United States, and about 75,000 Escapes in Canada, Mexico and Europe. The recall does not affect hybrid versions of the SUV, the automaker said.
Dearborn, Michigan-based Ford said there have been about 50 engine fires connected to the problems, which had been under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
“There have been no reports of accidents or injuries. We have identified a repair, and owners of affected vehicles will be notified soon,” said Ford spokeswoman Kristen Kinley.
Ford said the recall involved 444,880 Escapes from the 2001-2004 model years in the United States, and about 75,000 Escapes in Canada, Mexico and Europe. The recall does not affect hybrid versions of the SUV, the automaker said.
Dearborn, Michigan-based Ford said there have been about 50 engine fires connected to the problems, which had been under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
“There have been no reports of accidents or injuries. We have identified a repair, and owners of affected vehicles will be notified soon,” said Ford spokeswoman Kristen Kinley.
