2001 Ford Escape Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 77
- 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 77 stored complaint records:
- 15 indicate a crash
- 7 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- accelerator pedal · 14 records
- cruise control · 13 records
- speed control · 10 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- throttle body · 7 records
- repaired failure · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Vehicle Speed Control
While stopped at a traffic light the vehicle surged forward violently without warning. The consumer stated two weeks later while parked the same thing occurred and the vehicle collided into a store window. *jb the vehicle collided into a store window. *sc
Crash reported
ODI 10096595
Vehicle Speed Control
Intermittently while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle accelerated on its own. While the consumer shifted from drive to park, the vehicles rpms went up. The vehicle was taken to independent shop and the mechanic cleaned the air idle control. *ak when placing the vehicle in park, the rpm's accelerated between 4000 and 5000. *sc *jb
ODI 10081360
Vehicle Speed Control
The gas pedal became stuck, which effected the speed control cable . There was a recall for this year, make and model, however the vehicle's vin was not included. *jb the dealer replaced the throttle body. *nm
ODI 10055224
Vehicle Speed Control
Over the years of owning the car that i bought new for my daughter we had it in for service several times for a sticking throttle and cruise control problems. I have records of 6 different times we took it back to the dealer for throttle problems. The last time the throttle stuck it caused our vehicle to hit the back of another vehicle stopped at a stop sign. We took it back to the service center complaining of the…
Crash reported
ODI 10478834
Vehicle Speed Control
Consumer stated while driving and trying to accelerate vehicle hesitated/or paused before it responded. Took vehicle to the repair shop twice for the same problem, and was told that the problem was the throttle body. *ak
ODI 10044912
Vehicle Speed Control
While driving the vehicle jumped forward and accelerated. *nlm
ODI 10020500
12v/24v/48v Battery · Exhaust System · Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
I purchased this ford escape in march 2001 and have had nothing but problems with it since. On march 26 2001, two days after i received my new vehicle, it wouldn't start. The same problem occurred three more times in a period of two weeks before i brought the vehicle back to the dealer on april 9 2001. The dealership replaced the battery which was obviously defective. Since then i have had numerous other problems…
ODI 769808
12v/24v/48v Battery · Fuel Pump · Gasoline · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle has on 2 occasions shut off while driving. Without warning, the engine, battery, and oil lights come on at the same time and vehicle immediatelty shuts itself off. Vehicle has been to the dealership after both occurrences. The iac, dpfe, and fuel pump relay were all replaced and my vehicle's pcm was reprogrammed. None of these "fixes" have solved the problem. Although the technician working on the vehicle…
ODI 765687
Vehicle Speed Control
6/10/02 engine stalled while off throttle at approx 30mph while slowing down to turn into a place of business. Lost all power to steering and brakes and narrowly missed hitting another car. Happened 4 times on the way to the dealer on the same date.able to restart after putting in park.dealer had car for the rest of the week and repaced pcm. On 6/22 engine stalled while going 40mph and exiting hwy 1 s on a very…
ODI 764321
Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Gasoline · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
At 50mph when foot was let up from accelerator, there would be a delay in deceleration, also steering column would shake. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak check engine light came on and stayed on. The vehicle did not always accelerate or decelerate correctly. The dealer replaced the pcm computer system three times, but the problem continued to exist. *yh
ODI 8011984
Foundation Components · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Power Train · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving at about 40 mph, with both children in the car, my car stalled in a busy intersection. My brakes, steering, accellerator, and electrical(radio and speedometer) went out. I was forced to coast down the street to find somewhere to pull over. I have sent it to the dealership and they acted like it was my fault that it happened and that they hadn't heard of such complaint. I am scared to drive it even…
ODI 762062
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) · Structure · Torsion Bar · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility
There were numerous problems. The egr sensor (dpfe) was replaced along with the sop driver side outer belt molding, fuel pump, sway bar links and iac. *bf there was a loud noise coming from the driver's side window, water leaked around the tailgate window, the vehicle was hard to start, the iac was sticking, the driver's side window squeaked and rattled, the vehicle hesitated upon starting, there was play in the…
ODI 10106619
Vehicle Speed Control
The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration.*jb
ODI 10009108
Air Conditioner · Electrical System · Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle has stalled 3 times at 35-40 mph down an incline. Dealer has recalibrated computer.*ak dealer put on new eec and new idle air control. A/c failed and was replaced. *yh
ODI 8011506
Vehicle Speed Control
My vehicle is a 2001 ford escape v6 xlt 4x4 purchased new (0 miles) in august. On nov. 28, 2001, in the morning, after about 8 minutes of running and less than a mile of driving, i was going down a hill (on ramp to highway). I had accelerated to a coast of about 35-40 mph and was about to accelerate again when the vehicle completely shut off, many indicator lights appeared (as a result of the key being in the run…
ODI 755149
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle stalled four times at speeds ranging from 10-40 mph. Lost power steering and brakes. Very unnerving and seems to pose a dangerous threat. Appears ford has no fix or solution yet.*ak
ODI 754752
Engine · Fuel Injection System · Ignition · Vehicle Speed Control
Engine stalling, intermittent, unpredictable. During various times, days and circumstances. Since 09/25/01 till last time was 12/01/03.*ak
ODI 10050743
Vehicle Speed Control
Stalls when stepping on gas from a stop and when going from reverse to drive. Brought to dealer twice already since initial occurrnce. First time (9/22): said they couldn't find anything wrong. Second time (10/8): replaced iac valve (?). Still stalling the next day. Called dealer 10/11: didn't get back to me. Stopped at dealer on 10/12: said they were going to talk to a ford tech (who didn't return their call). Also…
ODI 753190
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
Consume r was traveling about 45mph on a mountain road, and without prior warning, engine check light came on the dashboard. Then, there were no brakes or power steering. Also, speed pedal went all the way to the floor. Consumer was able to control vehicle. Dealership was aware of problems. *ak
ODI 894085
Vehicle Speed Control
While accelerating vehicle stalled at 15 mph. Dealer replaced iac valve which was sticking.
ODI 8002717
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle accelerates/surges, without warning when in reverse or automatic lst gear. This happens sporadictly, maybe once every 2-3 weeks, without warning. I took it to a local ford dealer and nothing showed up on their computor. Their mechanic went on the ford hotline and found that the problem was listed, and a possible fix suggested. The mechanic rehooked the vehicle back up to the computer and found that the fix…
ODI 748792
Vehicle Speed Control
Car jumps suddenly forward/backward when easing into first gear or reverse. Had two near accidents, 1st- flew backwards just missing a tree, 2nd flew backward in parking lot nearly hitting a car and pedestrian. This problem is also posted by other escape owners at a "escape" owner internet site, so it is not an isolated incident. *ak
ODI 748182
Air Conditioner · Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Foundation Components · Gasoline · Manual Transmission · Structure · Suspension · Tires · Vehicle Speed Control
Tires make a humming noise. Consumer feels that they may be leaving ground like hydroplaning, and at 65 mph vehicle wobbles, vehicle is not stable at high speeds with window down. *ak the vehicle hesitates when a/c unit is in operation and a/c make a loud cyclic clicking sound. Transmission makes sound. The vehicle was unstable at 65 mph with a slight wind and front end makes tumbling sounds on rough roads. The…
ODI 887352
Vehicle Speed Control
Had shifted into reverse to get out of parking space. Then, started to back up, and vehicle hesitated when brakes were applied, sounded funny; rpms revved up,vehicle suddenly accelerated while still in reverse. *ak
ODI 894703
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
Had shifted into reverse and it started to backup. Then, it hesitated when brakes were applied, sounded funny. Rpms revved up, and vehicle started to shake. Vehicle suddenly accelerated while still in reverse.*ak
ODI 894700