Known ford issue apparently according to SSM 52219 document. 1.5L engine on 2023 and 2024 escape have known overheating issue.
Awaiting dealership follow up for service appointment. Happened with under 4000 miles and I've had this car less than two days at the time it happened. Seems to be only under load but I did some test drives and the cylinder head temp goes insanely high under load often going past 300 degrees F which could warp the head. Most annoying thing is that this car passed fords gold CPO checklist which is obviously inadequate.
I hope they fix but I would NOT suggest buying a ford escape without bringing your code scanner and checking for presence of P1285 code. I bought this car because it was built in Kentucky but the engine is made in Mexico!
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Known ford issue apparently according to SSM 52219 document. 1.5L engine on 2023 and 2024 escape have known overheating issue.
Awaiting dealership follow up for service appointment. Happened with under 4000 miles and I've had this car less than two days at the time it happened. Seems to be only under load but I did some test drives and the cylinder head temp goes insanely high under load often going past 300 degrees F which could warp the head. Most annoying thing is that this car passed fords gold CPO checklist which is obviously inadequate.
I hope they fix but I would NOT suggest buying a ford escape without bringing your code scanner and checking for presence of P1285 code. I bought this car because it was built in Kentucky but the engine is made in Mexico!
- Jose S., Marina, US