Engine compartment fuel line may leak
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 escape vehicles manufactured from october 5, 2011, through july 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6l engine subject to prior safety recall nhtsa 12v-336. in some cases, the engine compartment fuel line may have been installed incorrectly when repaired under the prior recall. the misinstalled fuel line could chafe and eventually leak fuel.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fuel line, and if necessary, replace it, free of charge. An interim notice will be mailed to owners during january 2014. the recall began on april 9, 2014. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. ford's recall number is 13s12.
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FAQ: Recall 13V584000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V584000?
NHTSA recall 13V584000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 25, 2013. It addresses: Engine compartment fuel line may leak. The recall affects approximately 9,469 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V584000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13S12. 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.