Ford is recalling more than 100,000 US vehicles over a faulty part that could detach while driving, increasing the risk of a crash, auto safety regulators said Friday.
The recall includes certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ford said it estimates about 6% of the 108,762 recalled vehicles – or about 6,526 cars – have the problematic part.
A liftgate hinge cover could detach from the vehicle while driving, creating a distraction or road hazard.
The recall comes during a rough year for Ford, which saw more recalls in just the first six months of 2025 than any automaker ever has in an entire year, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Ford said the latest issue occurred during the assembly process, when the hinge covers were not properly secured.
It warned that customers may notice the hinge cover is not flush with the roof of the vehicle, or may hear wind noise and rattling as they drive – a sign the part is now loose from the car.
Drivers were encouraged to bring their vehicle to a Ford dealership, where the faulty parts will be reinstalled or replaced as necessary, free of charge.
Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed Jan. 15, 2026.
Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available.
The automaker said it is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to the recall, though it has received 1,835 warranty claims of the liftgate hinge cover becoming detached from vehicles between Nov. 16, 2019 and Aug. 25.
