The contact owns a 2007 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the front passenger side tone ring fractured on the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that front driver side tone ring fractured and the brakes failed to respond. The tone rings were apart of the front axle. The vehicle was repaired but the details of the repairs were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.

- Allison Park, PA, USA

The tone ring which inputs pulses to the ABS computer fails on many many Ford Escapes. When this happens the ABS computer applies the brakes in ABS mode even though the vehicle is on dry pavement. This causes the vehicle to swerve, making directional control difficult. This can cause accidents! there is one hall effect ring on each wheel. The state of Virginia states that this condition of a failed ring is a safety defect. See safety rejection dated 3-16-15 I.D. [xxx] enclosed. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Ashburn, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but the vehicle did not drive. The check engine warning light and brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.

- Lithonia, GA, USA

ABS light came on and 4 wheel drive light flashed off and on. The next day backing out of my driveway the brakes made a very bad grinding noise.

- Joliet, IL, USA

Right front tone ring cracked causing ABS to malfunction and inability to brake safely. Part is a very common failure point and Ford should address this issue.

- Cle Elum, WA, USA

I got my Ford Escape 2007 (42000 miles) completely inspected January 15th. Not even a month later my brakes did not work. I realized I had to completely press them to the floor and luckily I was going up hill so I was able to maintain a safe speed and pull over. I had no warning with my brake light until I pulled the car over and parked!! inspected a month ago.......nothing!!! warning.....nothing! $650 dollars later they are fixed. This was very scary and unsafe and I am looking to see if there are any recalls out there.

- Dunmore, PA, USA

First, the vehicle has been regularly maintained per the normal maintenance schedule. While driving on 03/09/13, noticed the ABS dash light stayed lit. The 4WD dash light also started to blink intermittently. On 03/11/13 I called the local Ford dealer and scheduled an appointment to have the problems diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with a broken tone ring along with marginal brake pads. Reportedly the ABS and 4WD sensors are interconnected. Reportedly, the front rotors had to be replaced because they were too pitted to be turned. Questioned the service department about service bulletins or recalls, none were list on the Escape concerning this issue. According to one of the service managers, the problem with the tone ring is not a common issue. While waiting on he repairs, I checked the internet and found that this is a common problem with repeat failures of the part. I presented this info to the service department without any relief or recourse other that I would probably have to pay to have this done again. Another note, the repairs have a 12 month, 12,000 mile warranty. If the defective part has to be replaced, the warranty goes back to the original date of install. This appears to be a common problem with possible serious repercussions which is not being addressed by Ford.

- Damascus, VA, USA

Tone ring cracked on drivers side. Right side was replaced a year ago for 350 dollars. Hello Ford way to stand behind your product.

- Menomonee Falls, WI, USA

The ABS tone ring on the drivers side front cracked and became loose making the lights on the dash flash red for the 4WD and ABS system. This ring is what the ABS wheel speed sensor picks its signal up from to allow the ABS computer to determine if the wheel is having a traction issue. This is causing the ABS and traction control system to go crazy. I'm being told that corrosion forms underneath the ring building tension until it just cracks and pops itself free. Ford has quoted me a price of $300 per ring replacement. My car has been well maintained. It's a shame that this problem is not being recalled by Ford with a permanent solution. Poor design from a lay-persons point of view.

- White Plains, MD, USA

Had to pay for the replacement tone ring on 06-11-2011 and now its broke again. I think Ford should have a recall for this for safety reasons and not be charging the customer for these repairs.

- Worthington, IA, USA