Ford recalls 89,000 vehicles amid engine fire concerns

Ford recalls 89,000 vehicles amid engine fire concerns

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall of more than 89,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada amid concerns the engines could catch on fire.

The automaker said the voluntary recall affected the SE and SEL models of the 2013 Escape and 2013 Fusion that are equipped with a 1.6-litre engine.

"Ford is voluntarily recalling these vehicles because of reports of engine overheating, resulting in engine fires while the engine is running. No injuries have been reported," it said in a statement.

The 2013 Escape or 2013 Fusion models with other engines are not affected.

A small number of Ford Escape sport utility vehicles made in the Philippines are sold in Thailand. Ford plans to shift production of the Escape to its expanded factory in Rayong early next year.

The Fusion is a hybrid car that is not sold in Thailand.

In total, Ford estimates that 73,320 Escapes and 15,833 Fusions with the engine in question have been produced and distributed for sale in both the United States and Canada, with most in the US market.

"Ford is working on a repair procedure," it said.

In July, the Dearborn, Michigan-based manufacturer recalled 11,500 2013 model Escape SUVs, sold in North America, with the same 1.6-litre engine, also amid fire concerns.

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