The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to April 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and Focus ST vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to October 14, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (PCM).
The risk
The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-495 (14V495000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 14S17 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring |
| Report date | August 11, 2014 |
| Owners notified | October 6, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 133,227 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-495 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 133,227 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.