Ford recalls about 101,000 cars, SUVs

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Ford Motor Co. is recalling about 101,000 cars and sport utility vehicles for various issues.

The biggest recall covers 92.000 cars and SUVs for a problem with the right-hand front drive shaft, which could shift out of place causing a loss of driving function or unexpected movement when parking. The affected models are the 2013-14 Taurus, Flex, Lincoln MKS and MKT as well as 2012-14 Edge and Lincoln MKX SUVs.

The automaker also is recalling about 2,100 Escapes for possible problems with panoroma glass and about 200 Ford Fiestas over possible fuel tank leaks.

Ford says no accidents or injuries have been reported in connection with the recall issues.


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