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A manufacturing fault can cause the Ford Escape’s panoramic glass roof to detach from the SUV.
2021 Ford Escape Vignale
Ford Australia has recalled 186 examples of its 2021 Ford Escape due to a manufacturing fault that could cause the panoramic glass roof to become detached.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing defect, vehicles fitted with a panoramic roof may have poor adhesion of the fixed glass panel and front roof panel to the roof frame.
“As a result, the panoramic roof panel and or front panel may detach from the vehicle.
“If the fixed glass panel and/or front panel either partially or fully detaches from the vehicle there is an increased risk of injury or death to road users.”
| Date of recall notice | 2 March 2023 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Escape |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 186 |
| VIN list | Click here to download the list of affected VINs |
| Contact link | Click here to contact the manufacturer |
In 2021, Ford sold 1673 Escapes in Australia, though only the flagship ‘Vignale’ variant is fitted with a panoramic glass roof.
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 186 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
Ford Australia says it will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment at their preferred Ford Authorised Dealership for inspection and rectification carried out free of charge.
Owners can also contact Ford’s customer relationship centre by phone on 13 36 73 for more information.
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