The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while traveling 20 mph she attempted to depress the accelerator but received no response. The contact mentioned that the gears then engaged which caused the vehicle to lunge forward. After depressing and holdingthe accelerator down, the vehicle began to function normally. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's destination. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was to replicate it twice while test driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was 5,100. Updated 11/07/12 the consumer stated the there a definite stronghesitation around 20 mph. There was also a problem at higher speeds.

- Myrtle Beach, SC, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle began to hesitate while accelerating. The contact also noticed that the vehicle would decelerate when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 500. Updated 03/16/12 updated 05/03/12

- Wolfeboro, NH, USA