4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,800 miles

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problem #1

Aug 272014

Escape 4-cyl

  • 24,800 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was having regular maintenance performed, the technician notified the contact that the heat shield that guarded the catalytic converter detached. The contact mentioned that he was concerned that the vehicle may catch on fire due to the failure. As a result, the private mechanic stated that the heat shield needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired at the manufacturer's expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 24,800. Updated 11/20/14 updated 8/13/2015

- Toledo, OH, USA

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