The fault could cause a loss of steering control, according to the recall notice.Ford has recalled 159 examples of its 2021 Ford Escape, citing a potential fault with the steering gear.The affected vehicles are stamped 2021 models, but may have been sold at a later date.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing defect, over time and under certain conditions friction and excessive movement in the steeri