10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 14
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,556 miles

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problem #131

Jun 162022

Escape 4-cyl

  • 79,947 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor failure. The dealer informed the contact that the MAP sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V495000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 79,947.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #130

Jul 012020

Escape

  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the infotainment screen would go blank causing the rear backup camera to become inoperative. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where they replaced the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V406000 (Electrical System) however, the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where a diagnostic test was performed; it was determined that the air control module (ACM) needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

- Reidsville, NC, USA

problem #129

May 032022

Escape 4-cyl

  • miles
My vehicle suddenly displays a -??Transmission Fault: Service Now-?? which rendered the vehicle unable to drive. The transmission has issues and it is a common issue among 2014 Ford Escapes. There should be a recall issued since it is a common problem. https://www.copilotsearch.com/posts/ford-escape-transmission-problems/ https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/cu2gki/i_need_advice_about_what_to_do_with_this_car_14/ Driving on a hill and all of the sudden car wouldn't go forward as the gear stopped shifting. Then the transmission gives out. It suddenly displayed "Transmission Fault: Service Now". Consumer was driving on a hill and all of the sudden the car wouldn't go forward as the gear stopped shifting. Then the transmission gives out. It suddenly displayed "Transmission Fault: Service Now".

- Dana Point, CA, USA

problem #128

Mar 072022

Escape

  • miles
Engine shutoff in the middle of a busy road after having vehicle for 3 days.

- Foster, KY, USA

problem #127

Dec 012021

Escape

  • miles
I had a faulty instrument cluster repaired, which apparently is a recurring issue with this model of vehicle. In fact, my car is only 3 months outside the period that would have qualified it for a recall for this exact issue. It-??s clear that this vehicle should have qualified for recall, as the mechanic who repaired it was happy to admit. Myself and other Escape owners who have experienced this same issue with slightly newer cars should be eligible as well.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #126

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 #125

Mar 182021

Escape

  • miles
Lights come on for engine and gas pump while in motion throws vehicle to right at 55 mph when gas light comes one says empty all the time does at stops too slams into next gear shaking car badly with a bang it does often enough at 1/2 tank only or below but does not read more than 1/8 tank from full when filling up at pump all the time

- Seward, PA, USA

problem #124

Aug 062021

Escape 4-cyl

  • miles
The wipers became slow and erratic, then stopped when headlights were turned on. The lights also were affected as they became dim or out depending on the selection of Hi, Low or Driving. The wipers could have failed during a storm, or the headlights could have become inoperative with no warning. The problem was reproduced at the dealer and inspected as well. There was no indication that there was a problem until the wipers and lights were operated. There could have been more systems that were failing we did not notice as the problem was all of the grounding wires were on painted surfaces. There are several Service Bulletins on this car and the Ford Focus in the same model year range. I have correspondence from the dealer that indicates the problem. Although our car did not fall under these bulletins, I feel this should be a recall since any electric component could fail with no warning by the design of these cars.

- Mchenry, IL, USA

problem #123

Nov 062021

Escape

  • miles
Battery dies, for no apparent reason, alternator test done and was good. After putting in drive car started forward then trans slipped and car stalled would not restart. Vehicle had to be towed. Replaced battery 2 times before and still drains and dies. Checked system for power drains and found none.

- Lakeville, MA, USA

problem #122

Oct 172021

Escape

  • miles
Driving and the steering assist failure warning came on and lost all power steering.

- Florence , AZ, USA

problem #121

Sep 182021

Escape

  • miles
Instrument panel cluster lcd constantly flashing and not working.

- Villa Rica, GA, USA

problem #120

Aug 132021

Escape

  • miles
When putting my vehicle into reverse it wouldn't go into gear it was stuck in a neutral position unless it was in park. If I would step in the gas it would just rev up the engine.

- Lincoln, NE, USA

problem #119

Aug 102020

Escape

  • 107,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine, the transmission, the manifold, and the computer needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was relating the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.

- Rhinebeck, NY, USA

problem #118

May 132021

Escape

  • 164,000 miles
My dash lights never indicated any low oil. Ended up running out of oil and I started keeping track. I was putting in a qt a day. No visible signs on motor or ground of oil leak. But smoke in tail pipe. Then today the motor blow completely even w oil in it. I searched up my make and model. Their are tons of recalls for the oil leak ad I said, and for the instrument panel not working. But my dealership said I have no recalls what's so ever and non have been done on this car. Some of those recalls I read said it could catch fire!!

- Midland, MI, USA

problem #117

Apr 052021

Escape

  • 59,850 miles
2014 Ford Escape titanium taken in for every recall, and maintained. While driving on a 3 lane road going 40 mph the windshield wipers went on full speed (not raining) and would not/could not turn them off. After about 5 minutes they went down to slow speed. Then the car lost power, no steering or brakes. No way to stop or steer the car. It slowed and finally came to a clunky stop. Flames were coming out of the bottom of the car onto the road at that time. Within 1-2 minutes the flames were coming from the top of the engine, up and over the hood onto the top and over the car completely.

- Plano, TX, USA

problem #116

Nov 302020

Escape

  • 160,000 miles
The car started to delay and wouldn't accelerate while I was on a three lane interstate going 70mph then shortly after that it would make a loud boom sound that would shake the vehicle everytime it was shifted into any of the gears. It won't accelerate at all now. It will move forward and bsckward automatically when put into gear but will only rev when the gas pedal is pressed

- Tonopah, AZ, USA

problem #115

Feb 112021

Escape

  • 110,000 miles
Car dash board electrical wiring has gone bad. Originally the information on screen was fading and after about a month no longer shows any information. Ford stated the entire panel would need to be replaced, involving re-reading engine mileage and programming keys again for $700. Did not get that fixed as it's not a necessity. Driver window motor failed without warning while driving with the windows up. Now the engine has been reading a turbo issue but it cannot be determined if it's the actual turbo boost or the waste gate. This lead to transmission skipping and ultimately stalling while driving on highway and then city roads and having to restart car several times to make it home and then towed the car to local mechanic shop who stated transmission needs to be replaced for $4500. Along with a fuel line issue that had already been repaired 2 years prior and again unable to confirm why the turbo sensor code is popping up. Car is used for typical daily driving with children and should not have these issues. There are recalls for this make/year but not on my specific VIN though they are similar issues. The cost to repair the vehicle is more than it is worth and I'm very unsatisfied with the longevity of it. I did get the recall for my doors done after one day driving and a back door opened on its own, come to find out they still need to replace the other doors.

- Inman, SC, USA

problem #114

Dec 012020

Escape

  • 80,000 miles
My 2014 Ford Escape just had engine lights coming on and overheated and just quit running.

- Russell Springs, KY, USA

problem #113

Dec 232020

Escape

  • 121,487 miles
What can cause my 1.6L Ford Escape titanium 2014 to be hesitant when I push down on gas and then suddenly the power kics in back after about 5 seconds. It like its not getting enough gas at the start! no check engine on - jc tampa

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #112

Dec 152020

Escape

  • miles
Remote start has also very worked

- Westport, MA, USA

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