There have been thirteen cases of engines catching on fire, due to over heating, while running.
No injuries have been reported because of the fires.
Affected models have the 1.6 liter, four cylinder engine.
Seventy-three thousand Escapes and sixteen thousand Fusions are under the recall.
Drivers who's engines caught on fire reported seeing “warnings about their engine temperature before the fires started.
Ford is advising anyone who sees similar messages to pull over and turn off the car, immediately.
The company will provide loaner cars to owners, while their cars are being checked over and fixed, free of charge.
Owners should contact their local Ford dealer or call 866-436-7332.
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