Detroit, June 15 (BUS): Ford is recalling more than 2.9 million vehicles to fix a transmission problem that could increase the risk of unintended rollover accidents.
The recall covers some 2013 to 2019 Escape, 2013 to 2018 C-Max, 2013 to 2016 Fusion, 2013 to 2021 Transit Connect, 2015 to 2018 Edge, and AP reports.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted on its website Wednesday that the bushing that connects the transmission cable to the transmission can loosen or separate.
This can prevent vehicles from shifting into the intended gear. A car thought to have been shifted to park may in fact be in a different gear, allowing it to roll away.
Ford says in the documents it is aware of four injury reports from the problem and six other property damage claims. The company has 1,630 warranty reports and 233 issue complaints.
Dealers will replace the liner and add a protective cover. Owners will be notified by letter starting June 27.
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