Ford is recalling about 245,000 Escape SUVs from the 2001-2001 model years.
The company said brake fluid could leak from the master cylinder and come into contact with the wiring harness, which could start a fire.
Dealers will replace the master cylinder reservoir cap and modify the ABS system.
Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Tom Robertson (Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:58:16 +0000): I own a 2002 Escape VIN # 1FMYU03102KB55050 CONCERNED ABOUT RECALL FOR MASTER CYL CAP LEAK AND FIRE. MY VISUAL SHOWS NO SIGN OF LEAKING. ABS UNIT AND HARNESS ARE DRY. AM I AFFECTED? TOM ROBERTSON