2004 Ford Escape Automatic Transmission Problems
- 10
- 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 10 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford escape. The contact was driving up a steep incline approximately 25 mph when the engine rpms increased abnormally and the transmission failed to respond. The vehicle was driven to a nearby authorized dealer for diagnosis where they informed the contact that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The…
ODI 10484603
Automatic Transmission
Ford escape limited 2004 problem with automatic transmission, don't work vin:[xxx]. I bought in march 2011. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).*tr
ODI 10423017
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2004 ford escape xlt w/ 60000 miles. It required a torque converter replacement as part of the transmission shifting problem. Why isn't this listed as a recall item/ online it appears there have been several transmission failures for this vehicle. All vehicles, including mine have been well maintained. This vehicle and those in online reports indicate very similar failures. This seems to be a manufacturing…
ODI 10275963
Automatic Transmission
The transmission on my 2004 ford escape stopped working while driving on the highway. The car went from drive to neutral at 60 mph. It happened while i was accelerating to change lanes and almost caused a major accident as the car behind me had to slam on it's brakes and swerve to avoid other vehicles. *tr
ODI 10268362
Automatic Transmission
Consumer noticed the vehicle was using excessive fuel and was not shifting into gear properly. At one time, the vehicle would not go into reverse. The dealer examined vehicle and determined that transmission was defective, even with up to date service records, and noted that problem first started at 49,000 miles, manufacturer refused to assist in repair. *tr
ODI 10200506
Automatic Transmission
Came out of park while i was pumping gas and rolled into the store . ( about 35 feet ). *nm
1 injury
ODI 10140136
Automatic Transmission
My 2001 ford escape had its automatic transmission break at 40,00 miles. It had to be repaired 3 more times within the year,the third time after having the recall for the stalling problem. There was a seam weld broken in clutch drum in 2nd repair. *nm
ODI 10093803
Automatic Transmission
Complete transmission failure at freeway speed. No accident, injuries, or property damage was involved. The vehicle a '04, ford, escape, 2wd, auto, had 5,104 miles and was less than 90 days old. Vehicle was towed to dealership, which promptly replaced defective transmission with a new one. Total time required was (6) working days. Most of the required time was waiting for the delivery of a new transmission.…
ODI 10063763
Automatic Transmission
My 2004 ford escape rolls backward when in drive on an incline (moderate to steep). The dealer says this is normal. I think this is a safety problem. *jb
ODI 10062347
Automatic Transmission
Consumer noticed the vehicle was using excessive fuel and was not shifting into gear properly. At one time, the vehicle would not go into reverse. The dealer examined vehicle and determined that transmission was defective. The manufacturer replaced the transmission. *ak *jb
ODI 10057197