2002 FORD ESCAPE Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2002 Ford Escape has 5 recalls, with the most serious being throttle and chassis issues that can cause loss of vehicle control: on 3.0L V6 models, the throttle can stick at high engine speeds and refuse to return to idle, making the vehicle difficult to slow or stop. All throttle-related concerns affect 3.0L V6 models only. The accelerator cable or its inner liner can bind or migrate in ways that prevent the throttle from closing, either extending stopping distance or allowing the vehicle to reach very high speeds before the driver can regain control. On the structural side, the lower control arm on certain vehicles can corrode and separate from the chassis, causing a sudden and significant loss of steering. This recall applies to vehicles originally sold or registered in states with heavy road salt use. There is also a brake fluid concern: the master cylinder reservoir cap can leak fluid onto the anti-lock brake system wiring connector below it, where corrosion can develop and lead to melting, smoke, or fire.