On the Dash:
- Ford is recalling 108,762 Escape models over a liftgate hinge cover that may detach.
- A separate recall affects nearly 12,000 Lincoln MKT vehicles due to faulty B-Pillar door trim.
- All repairs will be completed by dealers at no cost following NHTSA’s safety findings.
Ford has issued a recall of 108,762 vehicles in the U.S. after federal regulators determined an improperly secured liftgate hinge cover could detach while driving, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Friday.
The recall covers 2020–2022 Escape models and the 2025 Escape. Dealers are set to inspect, reinstall, or replace any missing liftgate hinge covers at no cost to owners. Customers will be notified directly, and authorized Ford dealers will handle repairs.
Separately, Ford is recalling nearly 12,000 Lincoln MKT vehicles from model years 2016–2019. The recall involves driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim that may detach, increasing the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
Both recalls follow NHTSA’s determination that the components could detach and create safety hazards, reflecting ongoing federal oversight of vehicle defects and manufacturer compliance. While no injuries or crashes have been reported in connection with these defects, regulators emphasize the importance of timely repairs.
Ultimately, these recalls are part of Ford’s commitment to vehicle safety and industry-wide quality campaigns aimed at preventing potential accidents before they occur.
