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2004 Ford Escape Latches & Locks Problems

Latches & Locks complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2004 Ford Escape has 4 NHTSA latches & locks complaints and 1 latches & locks-related recall.

Problem Areas for the 2004 Ford Escape

Suspension
142Speed Control
79Structure
59Airbags
42Engine
30Steering
26Powertrain
24Electrical
21Brakes
20Visibility
16Other
11Fuel System
10Wheels
5Latches & Locks
4Seat Belts
4Tires
4

4

Complaints

1

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

Latches & Locks Recalls

04V602000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

CERTAIN 2004-2005 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND CERTAIN 2001-2003 SPORT UTIITY VEHICLE HAVING REAR LIFTGATE COMPONENTS SERVICED WITH 2004 EQUIVALENT COMP...

All Latches & Locks Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Feb 20, 2026LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESThe contact owns a 2004 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V...
Oct 25, 2005LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES2004 FORD ESCAPE HOOD FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH. *TS ***NO ANSWER REQUIRED*** THE VEHICLE...
Oct 25, 2005LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESTHE HOOD ON OUR 2004 FORD ESCAPE WITH 36,758 MILES ON IT UNLATCHED AND FLEW UP AGAINST THE WINDSHIEL...
Jan 1, 2005LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESTHE CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD REGARDING RECALL NUMBER 04V602000/LATCH/LOCKS/DOORS. HOWEVER, THE CONSU...

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