The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V922000·Announced 2022-11-11

2022 Ford Escape Recalled for Rear Brake Lining Manufacturing Defect

Ford is recalling 2021-2022 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles with rear brake linings that may have been manufactured incorrectly. This can affect braking performance, extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Brake system defect affecting braking performance with extended stopping distance and increased crash risk, though no injuries or deaths have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 and 2022 Ford Escape vehicles, along with certain 2021 and 2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance.

During braking, drivers may need to apply more brake pedal force than normal, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended. This increases the risk of a crash. The affected vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 135 (Light Vehicle Brake Systems).

The recall affects approximately 114,666 vehicles. Dealers will replace the brake pads at no charge to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 17, 2022.

Owners should contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 21C31), or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) for more information.

The recalled product

Product
2022 FORD ESCAPE
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
  • brake-defect
  • stopping-distance
  • crash-risk
Affected units
114,666

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • ESCAPE
  • BRONCO SPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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