2002 Ford Escape Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 16
- 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.
What owners report
- fuel tank · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gas tank straps rotted out causing the fuel tank to fall
ODI 11127979
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
My vehicle idles to 4000rpm and control the speed by itself, there is a leak in the back break area the steering wheel locks where i can't put it in any gear sometimes and getting worse. Had to get it towed home last night because while driving it idled high and as i brake it barely stopped and when releasing break it speeds up to 50 or more mph and i had to keep my feet on the break..i pulled over and turned the…
ODI 11093482
Fuel/Propulsion System · Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. While driving, an odor of fuel emitted into the vehicle and it stalled without warning, the contact also stated that the hazard lights failed to function. The vehicle was taken to wayne ekers ford (2000 10th ave n, lake worth, fl 33461, phone number: [redacted]) and was informed that the vehicle could not be serviced because the fuel leak was a safety concern for the workers.…
ODI 11032669
Fuel/Propulsion System
Metal tray supporting the fuel tank has rusted. Brackets supporting the tray have rusted and fallen off exposing the plastic fuel tank.
ODI 10887914
Fuel/Propulsion System
Started my car and the rpm going to 4000 when car is in park. Was told its throttle body.
ODI 10811836
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
My car jerks when driving very badly hed many repairs done to no avail 118,000 miles have a disabled husband car is unrieabledriving on highway and local streets to get home.
ODI 10781325
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel tank mounting strap rusted through and began dragging on the highway sending up a shower of sparks. Upon investigation, i found the metal shield around the tank disintegrated into rust flakes, and the shield where it passes over the driveshaft had fallen and was rubbing on the moving driveshaft. I recognised the problem and was able to secure the tank and shield temporarily to limp home, but the potential…
ODI 10745691
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
On 4/10/2014, i was driving the vehicle and noticed that when i let my foot off the gas pedal, the car showed no signs of slowing...as if i was still accelerating. I had to use the brake to make the car slow down. On 4/12/2015, i was pulling into the driveway and let my foot off the pedal to coast to the parking position, when it suddenly accelerated, and i almost hit our fence. There is definitely something wrong…
ODI 10705172
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel tank strap has corroded and broken and the fuel tank could fall out of the vehicle and result in a fuel spill and/or fire. There is also a rust hole in the fuel tank metal protective cover the size of my hand and the fuel cell is exposed. Have notified ford and they declined to remedy the problem citing there is currently no recall. Ford has also told me it is not safe for me to continue to drive the vehicle. I…
ODI 10632643
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Going between 34-37 mph today, my vehicle completely stalled upon slight deceleration as i was attempting to switch into another lane. *tr
ODI 10485201
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Upon pressing the brake, at any speed, the vehicle completely shuts off. This has caused me to be nearly rear-ended on several occasions. It happens without notice, and is becoming more consistent. I took it to the dealership, as there were recalls on my vehicle, but they said while that is a problem for my make and model, it was in fact not one of the recalls to be performed. I had two recalls performed, neither of…
ODI 10485197
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle has begun to accelerate unexpectedly since early september. There has been at least four incidents involving vehicle suddenly accelerating when its was at low speed or stopped (with foot on the brake). The accelerations last a few seconds and lurch the car forward. The vehicle has been taken to ford for the recall notices involving the cruise control cable (11s24b on 30 june 12 and 12s37b on 20 sep 12). This…
ODI 10478549
Fuel/Propulsion System
Again i own three of these vehicles and while pumping gas my fuel tank straps rotted out, same as the other two. Again dealer will not warranty and they won't help especially with the same problem with all three vehicles. *tr
ODI 10487464
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Suspension
To start off the idle control valve needed to be replaced because when you push the clutch in it dies and you loose all power , another is the bushing in the control arm slipped out of the arm mount so i had to replace it and another that just happened is the gas tank strap and support pan broke and plastic gas tank hit the ground on one end and the other is grinding on the drive shaft. And the ford dealership wont…
ODI 10504673
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel tank strap rusted and broke from tank sagged onto drive shaft when tank was full of fuel this only was noted when turning a sharp corner, wore hole in tank metal cover.note cover is rusted. *tr
ODI 10471557
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving at normal speeds on ice-glazed winter roads in fairbanks, ak, i approached an intersection and took my foot off the accelerator to prepare to slow down. Instead of dropping to idle speeds, the engine accelerated up to 3500-4000 rpm. I shifted the automatic transmission to neutral and was able to stop the car with the brakes, but the engine continued to race at high-throttle until i shut off the engine.…
ODI 10466593