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2021 Ford ESCAPE
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 3

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–203 of 203, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Feb 15, 2021–Mar 25, 2021.

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Mar 25, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 49690

NHTSA communication ID: 10189581

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

For 2018-2021 EcoSport/Expedition/Navigator, 2019-2021 Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 Escape/Explorer/SuperDuty/Transit/Aviator/Corsair, 2021 Bronco Sport/F-150/Mustang/Mach-E the Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics may direct to replace a module on vehicles that use Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). First, an FDRS session must be created on the vehicle prior to removing the faulted module. Once the session is started, run the Programmable Module Installation and replace the module only when instructed by FDRS. Installing a new module prior to starting a scan tool session may result in incomplete module configuration with DTCs U2100, U2101 and/or U2200. Once a session has been started, continue to follow normal WSM procedures to repair the vehicle.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10189581 at NHTSA
Mar 4, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 49646

NHTSA communication ID: 10189556

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Some 2020-2021 Escape and 2021 Corsair vehicles equipped with a HF45 transmission may exhibit a rattle noise on cold start up when only when engine is running. This noise may be more prevalent in cold weather conditions, typically at or below 0’C (32’F). Engineering is currently working to resolve this issue. Inform customers that Ford is working on a calibration release for end of April 2021. In the interim, let the customer know that the vehicle is safe to drive, and schedule a follow-up appointment with the customer for late April. Once the solution becomes available, contact the customer and confirm the service appointment is going forward. Monitor OASIS for updates. Transmission replacement may not correct this concern.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10189556 at NHTSA
Feb 15, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 49571

NHTSA communication ID: 10187981

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Some 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair, 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit chatter/shudder during low speed turning events due to fluid contamination. Drain and refill the rear drive unit (RDU), refer to Workshop Manual Section (WSM) 205-02. Drive for 8 km (5 miles) in stop and go conditions with right and left turns and re-evaluate. If the issue is still present, continue with WSM diagnostics. For claiming, use base (4000) causal part.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10187981 at NHTSA