NHTSA Recall 17V209000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 208,584 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V209000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17S09 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | March 27, 2017 |
| Owner notification | January 5, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.
Safety risk
If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.
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 17V209000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2014 |
| Ford Fiesta | 2014, 2015 |
| Ford Fusion | 2013, 2014 |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
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.