10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 9
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 0
Average Mileage:
51,106 miles

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problem #278

Jan 012024

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There is an internal coolant leak. Ford is aware of this and there are recalls but my vin number doesn't fall under the recalls. I have to fill coolant twice aweek

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #277

Feb 212025

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Coolant seems to be leaking at a fast rate. The leakage is inconsistent it sometimes a lot but other times a little. Constantly filling coolant reservoir with coolant yeah it-??s leaking somewhere out of the bottom of the car.

- Palo, IA, USA

problem #276

Jan 152024

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Recurrent problems with coolant leaks requiring multiple visits to dealer. Nearly overheated on freeway. Tubing replaced without improvement. Frequently having to replace coolant fluid myself.

- Sylvania, OH, USA

problem #275

Jan 172025

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There was a recall on my car before (due to freeze plug) but since it fell out of the manufacturer window of the recall it was not accept yet it is the same exact issue. My car is pouring out fluids from the same spot, it will not hold anti freeze not matter how much i put and doesn-??t hold for more than 1-2 miles up the road with overheating, smoking giving me warning signs

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #274

Jan 262025

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My car was stuck in park and would not shift into D, N, R, S, or any other gear. There is recall on the shift cable bushing, which is the exact issue that the Ford dealership has repaired and I was charged. I informed them that perhaps my VIN was not included per my car is having the safety recall issue. They were not willing to find out or give me a proper explanation. I was under the impression that if it's safety recall there is no issue on the matter.

- Lumber Bridge , NC, USA

problem #273

Jan 112025

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My battery keep going dead. I had to keep buying battery twice a year.

- Clanton , AL, USA

problem #272

Dec 052024

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For the second time the lug nuts have failed due to being two parts. Told swollen due to weather. Also replacement parts are the same.

- Hartford, WI, USA

problem #271

Jan 182024

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My 2013 Ford Escape has had a very large coolant leak more than 10 months ago and the mechanics have not been able to repair it, they have changed hoses and the problem continues.

- Louisville, KY, USA

problem #270

Nov 012020

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Defective REARVIEW CAMERA. Came upside down and go blank or distorted. Safety Hazard

- Union, MO, USA

problem #269

Aug 082023

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Barrings in transmission been failure since I've bought the truck they had a recall on the transmission now I don't see the recall at ford windshield motor just stop working I've only had the car a year

- Memphis , TN, USA

problem #268

Oct 012024

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Bypass/heater hose connector cracked at T

- Harrisonburg , VA, USA

problem #267

Oct 092024

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N/a

- Troy, IL, USA

problem #266

Sep 262024

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While driving down the road the passenger seat floorboard began to fill with brown liquid (Coolant) the temperature of the vehicle increased and a distinct burning smell was coming from the engine compartment. Within 30 minutes (when I arrived home) the coolant tank was empty, and with the hood raised the burning smell was much stronger. The interior on the passenger side of my vehicle is ruined

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #265

Oct 082023

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I have experienced many issues with my vehicle that have been recalled in other vehicles of the same make/model/year but have been denied the assistance in fixing me car and preventing and further damage or risk of my safety due to my VIN not showing any recalls. I do believe that my safety has been disregarded and that my car needs inspection to further show that I should be assisted in getting the recalls identified and fixed to improve my safety and others on the road. The first issue I noticed that was recalled on other 2013 Ford escapes was a recall on the control arm which was caused by the separation of the control arm from corrosion which increased the risk of crash. I had an incident where my car all of the sudden would not return from the right turning position after I heard a clunking noise which caused me to run into a curb. After further investigation it was found that my control arm failed and locked which wouldn't allow me to avoid hitting the curb. I suffered a concussion and had to pay for this to be fixed due to being denied from the recall. Secondly, Ford has issued many recalls on 2013 Ford escape engines due to overheat and cylinder head malfunctions many of them my car has been diagnosed and proven to have. I have pulled codes from my check engine that are direct codes that was recalled about the overheating of the cylinder head causing cracks and leaks into the oil. This code I pulled from my car was P0117 and it was traced to the recall from ford ( 13V583000). Other recalls have been issued by Ford for engine overheating, and my car has been over heating after directly putting coolant into my vehicle and it tends to run out in 1 to 2 days after refilling. My safety and others on the road are at risk from these issues that were not caused by me or other drivers but I am not getting any assistance or anyone willing to look at these recalls and assist in reimbursement or fixing my cars issues. My car needs to be reviewed for the recalls.

- Independence, MO, USA

problem #264

Aug 202024

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My coolant keeps leaking and car is constantly overheating. I replaced the coolant tank and replaced hoses however it-??s still doing the same, overheating and fuming !

- Schenectady , NY, USA

problem #263

Jul 012024

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My 2013 Ford Escape SEL FWD has been having warning light to "check engine" for a while. Mechanic read a misfire and changed thing. As it continued, Mechanic said computer needed to be "flashed" since it was not an engine problem they found. It went into check engine between 48-55 mph. Later the engine just quit with hot engine warning and antifreeze was empty. Refilled, drove home. The car continually runs our of fluid without obvious signs of leakage. This antifreeze problem continues, occasionally we see smoke from the engine but cannot find a source when we pull over to look. Smells like antifreeze. The car can drive 50-60 miles on a full antifreeze reservoir before getting too hot. I see multiple concerns over this issue but no recall.

- Derby, KS, USA

problem #262

Jul 142024

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It wouldn't steer it ran hot it stalls everytime I was on hwy system fail to warning system not display not updated

- Jonesville, LA, USA

problem #261

Jun 142024

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Constant coolant leak and not sure where the coolant is going. Have replaced the reservior, valve cover gasket, cylinder head and valves, coolant level bottle sensor, coolant thermostat, and engine coolant temperature sensor. Check engine light is still on and Coolant is still leaking and engine overheating. Can't find where the leakage is and there is no visible evidence on the floor of the garage. Losing coolant obvious because the level is low ever 2-3 days of highway driving. Car will shut down because of the overheating. Mechanic doesn't know what else to do. Car was purchased on June 4, 2024. Have not received the title or license plates. Tried to return it to the company who sold it to me; however, owner of the company refused to refund my money.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #260

Jul 142024

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The rear door latch does not latch and keep the door closed. There are other recalls for this issue on 2013 Ford Escapes but according to my specific VIN there is no recall. Those other recalls are NHTSA Campaign ID 20V331000 and 16V643000.

- Lake Park, IA, USA

problem #259

Mar 162024

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Escape shut itself down in middle of busy interstate with no warning almost causing a accident. Something needs done before someone gets killed.

- Summersville, WV, USA

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