2001 Ford Escape Automatic Transmission Problems
- 62
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 62 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission failed · 8 records
- automatic transmission · 7 records
- transmission failure · 6 records
- transmission fluid · 5 records
- second gear · 4 records
- miles transmission · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Purchased escape new in 2001. In 2002, with 30,000 miles, transmission had a severe shudder, so i took into the dealer and was charges over $100 for a transmission flush. Shudder came back about 3 months later, went back to dealer and they said that another $100 transmission flush was needed. I did not agree and left. In june of 2004, without any warning, transmission started whinning and would not shift. I was…
ODI 10102808
Automatic Transmission
Stalls when shifting gears taken to dealership repeatedly. Problem can not be found, take car home still stalls! *ak
ODI 10074861
Automatic Transmission
While driving the odometer light blinked on and off. Driver stopped the vehicle and shut off engine. Then, attempted to start vehicle, but it would not move forward. Transmission would work only when cold, once the system warmed up all gear selections were lost. Vehicle was taken to dealer, who explained the transmission would have to be rebuilt. Consumer stated that transmission fluid was not burning, clutches were…
ODI 10071415
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2001 escape xls with v6, auto and 4 wd. Have 29k miles on it. My transmission is completely ruined because of an internal failure which burnt off all the transmission fluid. This transmission (cd-4e) seems to have a history of problems in various ford and mazda vehicles. It is ridiculous that something like this is happening frequently. I would like somebody to look into this transmission and the various…
ODI 10056576
Automatic Transmission
O/d light flashes, transmission will not engage in d, sometimes in 2 or 1. Reverse works fine. If car moves starting in 2nd gear, then it can be shifted to d and all gears work normally, even if restarting from a full stop. *jb
ODI 10056355
Automatic Transmission
My 2001 ford escape has a cd4e transmission which has a long history of problems. It burned up at 60,000 miles which is consistent with many other complaints that i have seen with regards to that model. One web site registers 25,000 complaints about that transmission. The problem seems to be consistent across the board, that the transmissions are not kept cool enough and the main shaft ruptures. The time table is…
ODI 10056575
Automatic Transmission
Transmission shudders and shakes when accelerating on highway, will not go into reverse when in four wheel drive half of the time. Ford service never finds anything wrong with it and says since there are no codes onto the computer it must be ok. *la
ODI 10047335
Automatic Transmission
While driving at 30 mph consumer heard a loud noise. Vehicle engaged in neutral. Driver behind him helped push the vehicle out of the road. Vehicle was towed to an independent shop where they replaced the automatic transmission at the owners expense of $2400. There are two technical service bulletins containing information on how to fix the transmission. *ak *ph *nm
ODI 10047886
Automatic Transmission · Engine
While driving at any speed and without warning the engine stalled. The consumer pulled to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed. The transmission also failed. It wouldn't shift properly from first gear to second gear. *ak
ODI 10038434
Automatic Transmission
2001 ford escape 33063 miles vin [xxx] could have resulted in crash. (1) no warning (2) transmission failure (3) transmission was rebuilt by dealer under warranty. *jb updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
ODI 10134798
Automatic Transmission · Engine
2001 ford escape transmission went out after the vehicle kept stalling out! *la
ODI 10046989
Automatic Transmission
Loss of all forward gears in a 2001 ford escape. This occurred while driving on an on ramp to an expressway. *nlm
ODI 10016165
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2001 ford escape has repeatedly stalled during normal driving. Car currently has 33,000 miles; however, i began having problems early on. Car has stranded me several times. Car has been towed in several times and dealership can find nothing wrong it. Dealership has replaced alternator, transmission, fuel hoses, sensor, computer, etc. And car still stalls. This week it had to be towed from my garage to the dealership…
ODI 10013671
Automatic Transmission · Engine · Fan/Motor
I purchased 2001 used vehicle from hertz car sales with 27,000+ miles. Transmission had to be replaced second week we had vehicle. Also realized that ac/heating system had "whistle" which could not be turned off. Major problem has vehicle stalling while driving, losing all power, brakes, etc. Fortunate not to have been rear-ended. Ford dealer has worked on problem, replacing transmission, fixing ac/heat system and…
ODI 10011059
Automatic Transmission
While driving down hill, all dash lights came on and vehicle stalled out losing steering and brake power. Dealer reprogrammed pcm and replaced eec power relay per tsb. *tt
ODI 10001900
Automatic Transmission
While driving on highway shifter popped out of gear in a downward position, and brakes were squeaking. If shifting vehicle from park to drive there is a noise underneath the pedal. *ak
ODI 8005964
Automatic Transmission
The shifter on the steering column jumps out of gear while driving on the road. I have taken this car to the shop numerous time for the same problem. The first time they looked at it the linkage cable to the drive shaft & steering column was loose. Other times they state they couldn't find anything wrong with it. However, as of this day the same problem occurs at least 2-3 a day. I have a 16 yr old son who just…
ODI 760013
Automatic Transmission
Shifter on steering column jumps out of gear while driving. When engaging gears from drive to reverse and drive to park, etc it makes a loud clunking noise. Engineer as looked at the vehicle and stated the condition discribed is operational characteristic of this vehicle. They are unable to fix it.*ak
ODI 760014
Automatic Transmission · Cruise Control · Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Nar 02/13/2003. The automatic transmission would shift to drive from over drive, the vents automatically switched to frost. The vehicle completely stalled on a separate occasion, the relay assembly was replaced. The cruise control was inoperative from the time of purchase. The windshield wipers stopped working, the consumer continued to experience problems with the transmission and the gas mileage was poor. *jb
ODI 10007283
Automatic Transmission
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 754175
Automatic Transmission
Consumer is calling to report a failure in gear shift. Vehicle will jump from reverse to forward without going into neutral. Dealer has yet to be contatced. Please provide further details. *ak
ODI 899023
Automatic Transmission · Front Underhood · Manual Transmission
1.) complete loss of power and all electrical systems while vehicle was being operated. Vehicle refused to restart; and 2.) gear stick shakes or shimmers vigorously when engaged in third (3rd) gear.
ODI 753138
Automatic Transmission · Front Underhood
1.) complete loss of power and all electrical systems while vehicle was being operated. Vehicle refused to restart; and 2.) gear stick shakes or shimmers vigorously when engaged in third (3rd) gear.
ODI 753137
Automatic Transmission
I was traveling at approximately 30mph when suddenly i could not steer the car. I noticed the oil light on first and managed to pull over. All the dash lights were then on, the car had died while i was moving. I was able to start it back up. In reviewing edmunds auto site i then discovered that others had this same problem with the escape and tribute. I printed off some of the responses, took the vehicle in to long…
ODI 754884
Automatic Transmission · Carrier/Rack · Tires
Briefly, the transmission fails to shift upon acceleration above 50 mph, this has caused 2 near collisions on i-95, tire split open & roof rack blew off while driving*ak (dot number: a3083jj390 tiresize: a3083jj390)
ODI 752110