October 11, 2006
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 145,000 cars, minivans and SUVs according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall involves 139,537 2005 model-year Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego sedans and 2005-2006 model-year Freestar minivans because the side door latches may leak, NHTSA reported.
The leak may cause the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather and the door could open while the vehicle is moving, according to the NHTSA recall notice.
Ford is also recalling 6,164 Escape hybrid SUVs from 2006 model year because a drive shaft may fracture and break.
The fracture could cause the Escape to inadvertently move even while the transmission is in the park position, according to NHTSA.
Ford dealers will inspect the Escape hybrid drivetrain and replace parts as necessary.
