Ford Recalling 692,500 Escape SUVs and C-Max Hybrids

Ford has announced a recall of nearly seven hundred thousand Escape and C-Max vehicles.

Two issues are covered under the recall.

Both vehicles have a possible software glitch that could keep side air bags from deploying.

C-Maxs affected were built between January 19, 2012 and February 24, 2014.

The Escapes have a second possible issue that they are being recalled for.

This issue involves exterior door handles that can stick, keeping the door from latching correctly, leading to the possibility of the door opening at any time.

Escapes affected were built between October 5, 2011 and February 14, 2014.

Both problems will be taken care of, for free, by dealers.

Vehicles in the US, Canada, Mexico, and outlying US territories are involved.