10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Mar 012004

Escape 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When inserted key into ignition it would not turn nor start the vehicle. Therefore, having to have SUV towed for service and having the part replaced. The tow truck driver mentioned that he has seen this happen alot in Ford cars/trucks.

- Milford, CT, USA

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problem #3

Nov 202001

Escape 4WD

  • miles
The engine stalled while travelling 35mph. I was braking lightly going around a left handed curve and hit a bump. The radio and ac were on. The engine light came on and I lost power assist to the steering and brakes which made it hard to complete the curve safely. I got the vehicle to the side of the road, but not out of the road, before it came to a stop. I turned off the radio and ac, then the ignition switch. I waited about 90 sec. And it restarted on the second try. It has not happened again, but now the engine light is on all the time and the vehicle hesitates. I am taking it in tomorrow to the dealer.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

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problem #2

Feb 232002

Escape

  • miles
This car will start by itself. With the key in ignition in the on position, and no one in the driver's seat, starts itself.

- Pooler, GA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 012001

Escape

  • miles
When driving and without any warning vehicle will stall completely, causing loss of power. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has replaced ignition switch, but problem still occurs.

- Sidney, OH, USA

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