2021 Ford Escape - STRUCTURE:BODY Failure Complaint (#b0b0c5)

2021 Ford Escape

  • Date of Incident: Mar-11, 2024
  • Date complaint filed: Mar-26, 2024
  • Failed components: STRUCTURE:BODY

Driver side door hinge pops when opening and closing. Spoke to a ford dealer and since we are now just over 36,000 miles, our warranty is out. Concerned the door will not close/open or open while in motion. Need to drive this vehicle to work everyday.

Vehicle VIN Info

VIN Pattern1FMCU9BZ*MU******
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Gross Vehicle Weight RatingClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA
MakeFORD
ModelEscape
Model Year2021
SeriesSE FHEV
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine ModelHEV/PHEV
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine ManufacturerFord
Engine Displacement (L)2.5
Engine Displacement (CC)2500
Engine Displacement (CI)152.559
Primary Fuel TypeGasoline
Electrification LevelStrong HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Transmission StyleContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Wheelbase - Short106.70
Brake System TypeHydraulic
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Traction ControlStandard
Blind Spot Monitoring SystemStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep SystemStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Rear Visibility SystemStandard
Rear Cross Traffic AlertStandard
Daytime Running LightStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Direct
Keyless IgnitionStandard
Auto Reverse SystemStandard
Front Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air BagsDriver Seat Only
Side Air Bag1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows
Seat BeltsManual
Lower Beam Headlamp Light SourceLED
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam SwitchingStandard
Plant CityLOUISVILLE
Plant StateKENTUCKY
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Comparison List:
Comparison list is empty, please add cars.