NHTSA Recall 10V222000: Automatic transmission (power train)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V222000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10C12 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | May 24, 2010 |
| Owner notification | May 28, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 fusion, milan, and escape vehicles manufactured from february 27, through march 26, 2010. The park rod guide retention pin may not have been properly installed which fails to conform to the requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection and rollaway prevention".
Safety risk
A vehicle parked without an engaged park pawl and without an applied parking brake may have unintended movement which may cause a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 28, 2010. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 and for the hearing impaired call 1-800-232-5952 (tdd). Representatives are available monday through friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 10c12.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V222000
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.