The Ford Escape is a popular compact SUV known for its versatility, comfort, and performance. With its stylish exterior design and spacious interior, the Escape offers seating for up to five passengers and ample cargo space for all your gear. The SUV is available with efficient engine options that balance power and fuel efficiency, making it a great choice for daily commuting and weekend getaways. The Escape also features advanced technology features, such as a touchscreen infotainment system and driver-assist technologies, to enhance the driving experience. Whether navigating city streets or exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations, the Ford Escape provides a comfortable and capable ride for drivers looking for a reliable and practical SUV.
FORD ESCAPE PROBLEMS
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Worst Year
2013
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Worst Module
Engine
Issues by Year
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Malfunction Modules
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Best and Worst Years
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Best Choice
2000 Escape
Car owners are faced with the first problems after 33000 miles.
Total Complaints:
5 issues
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Worst Choice
2013 Escape
Car owners are faced with the first problems after 1 miles.
Total Complaints:
3109 issues
Complaints and Common Faults
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1. Air Bags:
- Airbag light illumination indicating a problem
- Airbags not deploying during a crash
- Airbags deploying at low impact speeds
- Airbag sensor issues causing unnecessary deployment
- Airbags failing to deploy due to faulty sensors
- Airbag light illumination indicating a problem
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2. Latches:
- Rear driver-side passenger door latch failed
- Drivers' door and rear lift-gate latch failures, sometimes rendering doors inoperable
- Rear driver-side passenger door latch failed
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3. Power Steering:
- Power steering assist errors leading to loss of power steering
- Complete failure of the power steering system
- Recurring issues even after attempted repairs
- Power steering assist errors leading to loss of power steering
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