Odds are your window regulator went out ... possibly because the plastic clips holding the cable broke. This is a VERY common issue. Beware, it can happen to any and all of your windows at just about any time. Fun, huh!? If a window sounds like it's scraping a bit as it goes up/down ... get ready.
That's just one warning sign.
"Recalls" are typically safety issues that are covered by Ford (more or less) for the life of the vehicle. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) are technical issues that they'll cover while you're under warranty. Of course, if you're under warranty, then it'll be covered regardless. If you're out of warranty, then you're out of luck.
You can either pay the dealership to fix it (cost me $321!) or buy prop up your window for a week while you wait for parts to be delivered from an online source such as the one I've listed below. The job should take you 1-2 hours.
http://www.fordparts.com
--> OEM Parts catalog
--> In the REPLACEMENT PARTS block, fill out year, make, model.
--> From the list, select: body hardware, door, front door, window reg.
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=214072
Another potential parts source. Regulators may be under the Collision section.
I also a window assembly diagram (Adobe .pdf) in my gallery.
Check out this thread for good info:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...ndow+regulator