NHTSA Recall 14V525000: Delivery (fuel system)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 301 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V525000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14S20 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | September 2, 2014 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured May 1, 2014, to May 24, 2014, 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured on June 6, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to July 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack between the filter body and the filter cap, possibly resulting in low fuel pressure.
Safety risk
A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V525000
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.