2.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
55,000 miles

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problem #1

Aug 052013

Escape

  • 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion on the rear wheel wells and the frame, which caused the exhaust manifold to rust prematurely. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear wheel wells, the frame and the exhaust manifold needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. The VIN was not available.

- Norwood, MA, USA

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