10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
11 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
64,691 miles

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problem #293

Jun 012022

Escape

  • miles
I've brought my car in to the 4 dealership in Detroit Lakes and they charge me a 150 bucks to tell me that there's nothing wrong with my rear rear camera but it goes in-and-out and then like the a warning will come on and say that the transmission is in park when it when it's clearly in reverse but then the rear view camera goes out and then it will just come back but ford says it's nothing you know and I can't even update my car or my Ford's sync mytouch whatever cause they tell me it might mess up the whole car.

- Pelican Rapids, MN, USA

problem #292

Jun 172022

Escape

  • miles
Vehicle tends to self accelerate and lunge forward after coming to a complete stop and shifts are very delayed. Car will not shift to the next gear if you don't let off on the accelerator pedal for a moment.

- Lakehills, TX, USA

problem #291

Jun 162022

Escape

  • 166,414 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting pull out of the driveway, the vehicle was shifted to drive(D) however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that the gear shifter had seized in drive(D). The brake pedal and steering wheel locked up. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact's father, an independent mechanic, diagnosed that the transmission shifter cable bushing had failed. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 166,414.

- Niles, OH, USA

problem #290

Jun 022022

Escape

  • 127,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started stalling and reversing while the gear shifter was in drive(D). The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving however, the failure recurred the next day with the transmission warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was not drivable. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) which she associated with the failure; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #289

Jun 012022

Escape

  • miles
In the first few minutes of operation the transmission/engine speeds up and if not expecting it a surge forward could cause an accident. Similiar problems almost every time the car is started.

- Carver, MA, USA

problem #288

Apr 132022

Escape

  • 91,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact called the dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on her vehicle for the transmission failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.

- Jamestown, NC, USA

problem #287

Apr 242022

Escape

  • miles
Complaint transmission failure at 108,000 miles. No dash board warning light came on. No issue with transmission noticed before the occurrence. Heard a low whining noise while driving on highway, then without any warning the vehicle lost power. Engine would rev, but not power transferred to the wheels. Able to coast to the highway shoulder. Had to have vehicle towed to repair shop. Repair cost: $5,300. I will share the cost estimate if needed. Done with Fords!

- South Lyon, MI, USA

problem #286

Feb 182022

Escape

  • 116,048 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 3 MPH, the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle would not start after that failure; and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with a linkage failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V471000 (Power Train). The approximate failure mileage was 116,048.

- Steger, IL, USA

problem #285

Apr 192022

Escape

  • miles
The vehicle has problems with the transmission, when stopped at a traffic light, crossroads or some other place, the vehicle vibrates and shuts off when in drive or reverse

- West New York, NJ, USA

problem #284

Mar 252022

Escape

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle would not start. The gear selector was in the park (P) however, the gear shift indicator showed the vehicle in reverse (R). The vehicle was towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V471000 (Power Train). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

- Monroe, GA, USA

problem #283

Mar 252021

Escape

  • miles
Transmission just stopped engaging into gear all together around 85000 miles. Would not move at all. Had to be towed and new transmission had to be put in by Shore transmissions LLC 306 TANYARD rd. Centerville, MD 21617

- Crumpton , MD, USA

problem #282

Jul 012021

Escape

  • 200,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon placing the gear shifter into PARK, the -??Shift to PARK-?? message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that upon placing the gear shifter into PARK; the vehicle would roll away without warning. The contact called two dealers and each informed her that her vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V471000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and referred him to NHTSA for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

- Eden, NY, USA

problem #281

Dec 072021

Escape

  • miles
While driving in traffic the vehicle lost drive power and would not engage into gear. No warning lamps or dashboard signals. The safety of other drivers became clear as I had to move the car (while coasting) from lane to side of road. The dealership called this a catastrophic transmission failure of the pump and suggests a full transmission replacement. My incident could have been far worse if on highway or heavier traffic. This failure contributed to unsafe conditions. I-??m reporting this because I-??ve read about many other instances of the same transmission problem on the same model and make and year.

- Hilliard, OH, USA

problem #280

Jan 112022

Escape

  • miles
lost power, didn't seem to get into dive on freeway could't get power on to freeway when at a stop take time to get power up to a good speed Car at AAMCO for inspection needed to re build leaking bad brushing No did not get any warning warning light came on as i went to AAMCO of low coolant only

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #279

Dec 212021

Escape

  • miles
Premature transmission failure with no warning at all while traveling at 75 miles per hour on the highway and an accident was narrowly avoided. Car was towed to dealership and they did confirm the transmission has failed and needs to be replaced. It appears this is a known issue yet they will not do anything to help the consumer except tell them it failed and they have to replace it for $6000 dollars. After much research there are hundreds of complaints on this same issue on this exact vehicle and the transmission is failing people while driving without warning - this is going to get someone injured or killed as there is no warning of potential transmission issues - just fails while driving out of nowhere and on vehicles that should not be having transmission issues yet. Ford is doing nothing about this but they know of the issue - they just leave the cars out there so someone can possibly get hurt. This is a huge safety concern and I cannot believe there is not a recall on this vehicle. This needs to be investigated in full and the consumers taken care of as you cannot knowlingy put faulty transmissions in cars and let the consumer get injured or even possibly killed.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #278

Sep 012020

Escape

  • 98,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact was uncertain if any warning lights appeared on the instrument panel during the failure. The hesitation continued as the contact exited the highway and coasted the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was then towed to her residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where they replaced the transmission; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted about the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

- Humble, TX, USA

problem #277

Dec 312021

Escape

  • miles
2014 Ford Escape AWD, driving on roadway and engine light came on. Vehicle was chugging at various times and able to reach home. Checked oil, was same color not milky. Drove to dealership, on way engine light flashed and then remained steady. Vehicle chugged off and on. Reached dealership. Assessment conducted by service tech. Complete engine failure and replacement needed. Coolant intrusion into block and spark plugs in cylinders 2 and 3 fused to block. Cost estimate at $8000. I am required to have dealership give me a salvage amount and applied to $5000 remaining balance. Another vehicle will be required to be purchased. My wife and me are retired on fixed income. Another dealership repair tech. advised this is an ongoing issue with these engines self distructing. Any assistance would be appreciated.

- Lima, OH, USA

problem #276

Dec 222021

Escape

  • miles
While driving 75 mph down the highway the transmission failed with no warning lights or symptoms. Car wouldn't change gears and thankfully was able to exit the highway without an accident in a highly congested area. After pulling off the highway car would not move or go into reverse then transmission light came on. Only owner of vehicle and it was bought brand new from the dealership always being serviced by Ford. Dealership has advised the transmission failed though this should not happen at this mileage and the repair is a new transmission. This appears to be a known issue with this make and model of vehicle yet is continuing to happen. A faulty transmission that goes out with no warning while driving is a huge safety issue. Thankfully I was not hurt but Someone is going to get hurt or killed.

- Kansas City , MO, USA

problem #275

Oct 152021

Escape

  • miles
Cvt transmission went out on the street causing me to stall in a highly congested area. This could have been a perfect rear end condition..

- Inglewood, CA, USA

problem #274

Dec 082021

Escape

  • miles
Transmission fault: engine suddenly reved high and didn-??t move. Weird noise coming on and off. No prior warning or notifications with transmission

- Algonquin, IL, USA

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