Inadvertent activation of ABS system while braking due to cracked ABS tone ring on R passenger side. Device failed secondary to rusting components; repair cost ~$200 at trusted mechanic. Quick internet search reveals hundreds of complaints for this issue for similar cars at any mileage. This defect does not impact ability to stop; however, when braking you get a brake/release cycle which feels like the brakes are failing. Eventually, the ABS computer recognizes the error, the ABS light illuminates, and ABS system is disabled, resuming normal braking activity.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA

F-150 barely stops from hitting a CRV in front of it. As soon as I saw him apply his brakes I slammed on mine. The brakes did not seem to help to slow Escape's speed. Went under F150's bumper and was bounced back at least a car length and a half (have pictures). The front was cruppled and airbags did not deploy. I was told by Ford they found nothing wrong with breaking system but I know what it felt like. Maybe systems were working according to their computer but I know if I had been in my 1996 Explorer it would have stopped.

- Miami, FL, USA

I have spoken with a Ford rep. For a new car, too many things have gone wrong. It is currently in the shop have the window and ABS brakes fixed. Every time it's somehting new! nlm

- Avon, OH, USA