Ford Escape 2017: Power Windows May Close on Body Parts
Ford is recalling 2017 Escape models with power windows that may close on body parts, risking injury. Owners must update software to prevent this hazard.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If a window closes on a body part, it can increase the risk of injury.
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles that have power windows which could close on body parts before reversing. This risk violates safety standards and could cause injury. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225821-ford-escape-2017-power-windows-may-close-on-body-parts.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225821-ford-escape-2017-power-windows-may-close-on-body-parts · Updated October 9, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V617000
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“Ford Escape 2017: Power Windows May Close on Body Parts.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225821-ford-escape-2017-power-windows-may-close-on-body-parts. Based on NHTSA recall #16V617000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V617000).
Why it’s dangerous
The power window system may close on body parts before auto-reversing, causing injury. This happens because the closing force settings are too aggressive for safe operation.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE models made between October 5, 2015, and May 12, 2016. Drivers and passengers are at risk if windows close on body parts.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017 Escape Titanium or SE models made from October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The recall covers vehicles with power windows that may close on body parts.
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What to do — step by step
Update Power Window Software
Ford dealers will update the power window operating system software for free.
Contact Ford Customer Service
Call 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule the software update.
What NHTSA says to do
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C12.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #16V617000 (August 24, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 9, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.