Vehicle recall R/1993/060

Ford Escort recall: Tailgate strut brackets may bend.

DVSA recall R/1993/060 names the Ford Escort. It was launched 27 September 1993. It covers vehicles built 1 February 1990 to 30 July 1990.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/1993/060
Launched: 27 September 1993
Issued by: FORD
Vehicles: 23,485 across the lines below

What can go wrong

There is a possibility that one or both of the brackets which attach the tailgate struts to the body 'C' pillars may bend allowing the strut to detach. This could permit the tailgate to close unexpectedly.

The fix

Recall the affected vehicles for reinforcement of both strut brackets and replacement of any brackets found to be bent.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Ford Escort	1 February 1990 to 30 July 1990	23,485

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Other recalls for these models

R/1994/009 Exhaust downpipe may move and contact wiring loom 23 May 1994, Ford Escort
R/1993/009 Front brake discs of insufficient thickness 21 January 1993, Ford Escort
R/1992/059 Insecurity of front towing eye 19 October 1992, Ford Escort
R/1992/038 Brake pipes chafing 30 June 1992, Ford Escort
R/1992/018 Fracture of horn bracket 14 May 1992, Ford Escort
R/1995/050 Incorrectly rated tyres 24 July 1995, Ford Escort

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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