Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V319000 Reported July 6, 2012

Pedal package clearance variation

Ford Motor Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 8,266 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V319000
Manufacturer Campaign
12S34
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
8,266
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 6, 2012

Defect Summary

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 escape vehicles manufactured from march 8, 2012 through june 7, 2012. due to mis-positioned carpet padding the center console trim panel may be pushed outboard of the intended position, reducing clearance relative to the pedal package.

Safety Consequence

The reduced clearance may result in the driver’s foot contacting the side of the brake pedal while transferring the foot from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal, increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the carpet padding and left-side console trim panel replaced with a new panel, free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 12V319000 or campaign 12S34.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V319000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V319000?

NHTSA recall 12V319000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 6, 2012. It addresses: Pedal package clearance variation. The recall affects approximately 8,266 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V319000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12S34. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.