NHTSA Recall 22V413000: Shift linkage/cable/rod (power train) and gear position indication (prndl) (power train)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,925,968 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford C-Max.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V413000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22S43 |
| Components | POWER TRAIN › SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD; POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
| Report received | June 10, 2022 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Safety risk
A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V413000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford C-Max | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Ford Edge | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Ford Escape | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ford Fusion | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.