Thousands of Ford vehicles recalled in Canada

A massive safety risk has led Transport Canada to announce that thousands of Ford vehicles are part of a major recall across the country.

Transport Canada stated on Dec. 1 that several Ford SUVs are part of a recall due to a potentially dangerous structural issue. According to the government department, on certain vehicles, the hinge covers for the liftgate may not have been properly attached. Because of this, the cover or covers could loosen and detach from the vehicle.

"Parts that detach from the vehicle could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash,” warns Transport Canada.

A total of 20,521 Ford Escape SUVs are included in the recall and affect vehicles with the model years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2025. According to Ford, it will notify owners by mail and advise them to take their vehicle to a dealership for inspection and to secure or replace hinge covers if necessary. The company also states that any repairs as a result of a recall will be free of charge.

"Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited and Transport Canada work together to proactively identify areas of concern through investigation of consumer and dealer feedback," states the site.

If you receive a notification letter stating that your vehicle is named in a recall, make sure to contact your Ford dealer to schedule an appointment. You can visit the Ford website or contact them at 1 (800) 565-3673 for more information.

To check if your vehicle is part of the recall, enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the recall website. You can find your VIN on the lower left-hand side of the dashboard, the driver's side door, or on your vehicle registration.

In May, Ford announced the recall of 23,060 SUVs due to a potentially loose trim that could detach from the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.