The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle tended to overheat. The coolant sensor was replaced by an independent mechanic, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 126,000.

- Dayton, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to elder Ford of tampa (9560 N Florida ave, tampa, fl 33612), but they did not have any appointments available for two weeks. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that a new spark plug and coil were needed. The vehicle was repaired. Two weeks later, the check engine warning indicator illuminated again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the head gasket failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 47,726.

- Tampa, FL, USA

Transmission has a hard shift from time to time making it feel like the engine is just going to fall out. It does not happen during a specific occurrence but it seems as if the transmission is delayed going gear to gear wether it be from park to reverse to drive, or from gears 1-5

- San Diego, CA, USA

My car coolant is always leaking have to fill out and fix most of the time. The transmission was suddenly failed even only 80000K mileage and service center for replacement cost is $6000.that's really ridiculous.

- Daly City, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. After restarting the vehicle, "engine overheating' displayed on the instrument panel, although the engine had not warmed up and the vehicle speed would not exceed 5 mph. The vehicle was towed to long lewis Ford (2091 Alabama 14, pratville, al) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 17V209000(engine); however, the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 72,999.

- Millbrook, AL, USA

My car was overheating so I took it into the shop and they said it was the thermostat so I replaced the thermostat and it's still kept overheating so I took it back in they ran a test in the heads were blown so they had to replace the heads well from what I understand that this is a common problem with my year of vehicle and the Ford Escapes because there was another Ford Escape with the same issue and they had to replace the heads on it I feel like it should be recalled because it is a common problem and I think Ford is aware of it I don't have the money to replace a head on my vehicle it's a 2014 it shouldn't even need the heads replaced it look like it belongs

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

This vehicle should have been included in a 2017 safety recall related to overheating and coolant leaks, but it was not. In February 2019, it overheated with little warning on the freeway, blowing a hole in the motor (at 62K miles). Ford rejected request for assistance, so repair was done by independent mechanic (motor replaced). Three months later, during freeway drive, message appeared several times stating power was being cut to keep engine from overheating (no indication engine actually was overheating). Ultimately, message appeared warning to pull off the road immediately. Overheated engine completely melted a bracket. Mechanic identified a burnt-out sensor but could not say why it happened. I secured two dealership diagnostics. First conducted comprehensive diagnostic and concluded a waste gate was stuck open; no mention of damaged sensor. Second said the degas bottle was cracked and declined to perform pressure test; no mention of damaged sensor or waste gate issue. I cannot afford all these random repairs and in any case, do not feel this car can be put into a safe condition for driving.

- Davis, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, when he noticed the temperature gauge increase. The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated he heard an abnormal noise from the engine and saw smoke exiting from the hood. The contact pulled the vehicle on the side of the road and let the engine cool for 15 minutes before continuing driving, but after 20 minutes the failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken to local dealer bozeman Ford Lincoln located at 2900 N 19th ave, bozeman, mt 59718, (406) 587-1221, where he was made aware of the failure. The contact stated the dealer set up an appointment for NHTSA campaign number: 17V209000 (engine and engine cooling) repairs with in a week. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.

- Bozeman, MT, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle decelerated and white smoke appeared from the exhaust. The contact pulled the vehicle over until the smoke subsided. When the contact turned off the vehicle, it could not be restarted. The vehicle was taken to bill kay Ford (14633 S ciceros, midlothian, il 60445, (708) 388-3000) where it was diagnosed that a new engine was needed. The dealer stated that the warranty was expired; therefore, they did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,000. The VIN was unknown.

- Bolton, IL, USA

Had recall done at dealership to prevent vehicle fire due to warped heads on engine because no sensor to tell you low on coolant. Car has over 100,000 on it never had a problem. Now after recall work is done car is shutting down in traffic saying engine overheating. Brought to Ford dealership and was told there is alot of these coming in. Was told dealership is a month behind on engine work. Dealership had for 7 days kept saying they were going to look at it tomorrow to diagnose. They would call back and say another day. When to pick up and they said not under warranty would be alot of money to fix. This is my daughters car and it is shutting down on freeways and side roads. Not good. Dangerous. Sounds like defective engine

- White Lake, MI, USA

My Ford gave off exhaust smell from time to time and occasionally the engine light may come on. But dealership did not find any problems recently, the engine light came on and I drove my card to the nearest Ford dealership but, needed to schedule an appointment. Advised could drive home if no unusual sounds. Engine light went off before appointment, so I canceled. 2-3 weeks later engine light, came back on with smell of fumes. I scheduled an appointment. The day of the appointment, I started the car and coolant light also came on at start with the smell of fumes. Feeling uneasy driving the car, I had 2014 Ford Escape towed to the dealership that I frequent and describe engine light and coolant light came on during start, with a loud humming noise. Since I had already scheduled to get the works synthetic oil change and vehicle maintenance on the same day, I also requested diagnostic testing. The car was kept overnight. There is only 47746 miles on the vehicle and too many issues. I was advised the car had misfired codes and overheat codes. Pressured tested coolant pulled the spark plug, found coolant in a cylinder. The car needs a head gasket. Car smoked during cold start and exhaust smells like coolant. My car was previously recalled for a door hatch and overheating.. I have taken the car to the dealership several times before for engine light, but, vehicle check-up always seems to resolve the issue. On one occasion, requested oil change and vehicle inspection, when almost a quarter of a mile from home all of the dashboard lights came on. Had the car towed back to the dealership, the issue seemed to be resolved.

- Tampa Fl, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. While driving 65 mph, the temperature gauge increased to high in a short amount of time. The contact stated that an unknown message appeared on the instrument panel when the failure occurred. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 17V209000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the coolant temperate sensor failed. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The contact called lithia Ford Lincoln of roseburg (located at 1650 ne stephens St, roseburg, or 97470, (541) 537-4643) to notify them of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 104,000.

- Roseburg, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. After starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the engine was idling roughly, the check engine indicator illuminated, and white smoke was coming from the exhaust. The vehicle was taken to key Ford (422 us-1, york, Maine) where it was diagnosed that the head gasket was faulty and damaged the engine. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 17V209000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 118,000.

- Sanford, ME, USA

Upon beginning. To move forward (pulling into traffic) the engine will sometimes stall(cut off). Other times it will begin to run very rough sometimes causing ithe engine to stall. Although this vehicle does not seem to be part of recall # 14S30 or #14S20 the conditions are very similar to these reports.

- Cartersville, GA, USA

I purchased my 2014 Ford Escape ecoboost brand new, sole owner. I have been having issues with losing coolant for approx 2 years and taking it back and forth to the Ford dealer. The dealer ran multiple tests on multiple occasions and found nothing, even calling it "one of those Ford mysteries". today, 7/18/19 on the way to work, my SUV lost the ability to accelerate. I was stopped at a traffic light and when the light changed and I hit the gas, my SUV barely moved. After approx 10 secs, my SUV jerked and accelerated to an almost normal speed. That lasted only for a few seconds, when it started to barely move again. I was able to drive slowly to the side of the road, out of traffic. There I waited for a tow truck, who took the SUV to the Ford dealer. I have gotten all my maintenance and oil changes done at the Ford dealer since I purchased the car, so of course I'm shocked to hear that after only 77,000 miles, I have a transmission failure. I'm even more shocked to find endless complaints online about the same issues and Ford has done nothing. I owned my previous car for 13 years, with no major issues. It was still running when I purchased my Ford escspe. I can't afford to pay thousands of dollars to fix a major issue that shouldn't have failed within 5 years. This is sad and Ford should be ashamed that they are stealing, by putting out such a poor product to the working class people and refusing to take accountability.

- Bowie, MD, USA

At 85,000 miles, I get a check engine light upon start up and it sputters. It goes on and off as I am driving. I bring it to the dealership, and they tell me it's the #3 coil and change that and give me a new set of spark plugs. Problem is, they said the warranty was only good for a total of 60,000 miles. I have no warranty. The cost is $350. Fine, I paid it, took it home and start looking for another Ford because I need one with a warranty. I look through my original paperwork and the fine print says the expiration is the total of 60,000 not an additional. My bad for trusting what the F&I person told me instead of reading the contract. We go on vacation, leave the Escape home and first day back at work the engine light comes on, plus a new light while I am driving telling me the engine coolant is low and to service it soon. I call my service adviser, he asked if the temperature is high and it was not. He said to drive it to them, and they will look at it. I get a call later that day saying that the engine block is cracked, and I need $5,300 to get a new block or $6,500 to get a new engine. He also explained that the 1.9L turbo Escapes are experiencing a lot of issues and he has 2 at the dealership right now with the same problem.

- Norwalk, IA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the motor block cracked. Dewey Ford (3055 SE Delaware ave, ankeny, ia 50021, (515) 963-9575) confirmed that the motor block was cracked and admitted that the 1.6 liter motors have had many issues with the blocks cracking. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall; therefore, they could not assist with the repairs. The manufacturer referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was unknown.

- Norwalk, IA, USA

My car is throwing P0303 code cylinder 3 misfire and also loosing engine coolant. Car has gone into limp mode. There was a recall but it didn't fix the issue. There are several forums with many people having the same problem with mechanics telling them that its a head gasket issue and they need a new engine. My car has 109,000 miles. We replaced the spark plugs and switched the coils to see if the misfire would switch and it hasn't. we have drained and refilled the coolant and it is still loosing but no visible leaks. Car sometimes starts rough.

- Ardmore, OK, USA

Coolant issues similar to those included in the part 573 safety recall 17V-209, though my vehicle was manufactured a few weeks later and not included in that recall, as well as electrical issues that were similar to other recalls that didn't include my VIN. In June 2019, it started with the vehicle not turning on or shifting out of park intermittently.. work was performed and then a week later P0303 cylinder misfire.. again work was completed, the code came back, and now Ford is recommending replacing the engine but will not cover the costs due to being 5 years and in excess of 60K miles. Took for 2nd opinion and ran out of coolant and overheated less than 5 miles away from Ford dealership, even though they just replaced the coolant overflow tank and filled it.. continues need coolant every few miles. Seems crazy that a vehicle that stayed on top of routine maintenance and has not been involved in an accident or excessive conditions would need a new engine at less than 94K miles and is the consumer's responsibility to foot the bill. I've already spent almost $3K on this issue and Ford verbally told me just the engine would be around $7-8K without labor. They also had their sales department call me and offer to "take a couple hundred off a new vehicle" for my current one. Very disheartening to hear that when I've taken care of the vehicle as the sole owner, less a few recommended tire rotations.

- Groveland, MA, USA

While driving to work the car lost power suddenly. The car then suddenly accelerated on its own and lost power. The car became immobile after just a few minutes of the initial problem the car was stuck on the road until help could arrive to love it off the road where it came to a stop. The car was on a county road, in motion, with no pre indication of issue. The cars transmission is believed bad from this event and the car can not be driven or moved under its own power.

- Seaman, OH, USA