9.1

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,994 miles

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problem #3

Dec 092007

Escape 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
2003 Escape limited 3.0 V6 is diagnosed with a cracked exhaust manifold resulting in leaking exhaust gases. Vehicle mileage is 31,200 and has never been off paved roadways. I think this problem has existed for some time but has never been picked up on by regular maintenance visits to the dealership. My dealer explained that the problem is a common one and obviously should have been a recall item as leaking exhaust gases are very dangerous.

- Salmon Arm B.C. Canada, 00, USA

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problem #2

Sep 242003

Escape 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 5,982 miles
Exhaust system components radiate excessive heat when vehicle is parked. Header, manifold, and catalytic converter combined temperatures cause scorching of grass when parked in a lowly-cut, grassy area. Ramifications could be safety impacts to occupants and environmental.

- Mims, FL, USA

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problem #1

Jun 162003

Escape

  • miles
After the vehicle was turned off for about 2 minutes a "sizzling" noise was heard. The muffler looked like it turned a reddish color. Consumer suspected that muffler was corroded.

- Ocala, FL, USA

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