NHTSA Recall 17V803000: Air bags: side/window
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,113 vehicles. It affects 2018 Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V803000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17S44 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | December 18, 2017 |
| Owner notification | February 2, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Safety risk
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S44.
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 17V803000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2018 |
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.