Recall Announced for 2012-2013 Ford Edge Crossovers
Close to 28,000 Ford Edge units from the 2012 and 2013 model
years are subject to a new recall, as a result of fire hazards detected on the
crossover’s fuel line. Only those
powered by Ford’s 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbo four are covered by the recall.
According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety
Administration, the Ford Edge units in question may have an improperly
installed fuel line pulse damper metal housing.
Due to this potentially incorrect installation, the housing has a chance
of cracking, which would then result in a leakage of fuel or the odor itself,
and possibly a fire.
27,933 Ford Edges are covered by the recall, all of which
are 2012 or 2013 model year vehicles manufactured between September 2, 2010 and
April 25, 2013. Ford noted that the
issue was uncovered through warranty claims on the vehicle, though there have
been no actual fires or injuries reported due to the defective fuel lines.
Ford has confirmed that it will replace any defective fuel
lines without any charge.
The new recall will kick off in February as Ford would begin notifying affected vehicle owners at that time, and will also override a previous recall, with recall number 12V-438.
The new recall will kick off in February as Ford would begin notifying affected vehicle owners at that time, and will also override a previous recall, with recall number 12V-438.
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