Ford Escape Power Window System
Ford is recalling 2017 Escape vehicles due to a power window system malfunction that increases the risk of injury.
Owners should contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the power window system inspected and repaired free of charge. For more information, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 18,124
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- July 22, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 26C29
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-866-436-7332
Why it was recalled
Ford is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under a prior recall. The power-operated windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object before reversing, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 118. This malfunction increases the risk of injury from pinching. The recall is distributed nationwide.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
FORD ESCAPE (2017), VISIBILITY
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-06-16 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification