NHTSA Recall 04V165000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 321,903 vehicles. It affects 2001–2003 Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V165000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04S13 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | April 6, 2004 |
| Owner notification | April 21, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.0l v6 engines, during deceleration, the engine can stall.
Safety risk
Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the power control module (PCM) with the appropriate calibration. Owner notification began on april 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 04s13.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V165000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.