NHTSA Recall 12V336000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Do not drive FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,320 vehicles. It affects 2013 Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V336000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12S35 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | July 18, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.
Safety risk
If this leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of a fire and/or personal injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify and instruct owners to stop driving their vehicles and contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to arrange pick-up of their vehicle. Customers will be provided with a rental vehicle if needed. The dealer will replace the engine compartment fuel line, free charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
This is Ford recall number 12S35.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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V336000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2013 |
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.