2004 Ford Escape Service Brakes Problems
- 15
- 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 15 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle was u able to control,constant issues with transmission and idle kept getting stuck,speed up on its own and was unable stop without throwing car in park while driving
ODI 11173313
Service Brakes
On 916/17, we were just getting off the entrance onto route 276, east bound, north of philly. I was starting to accelerate and merge with traffic when the accelerator pedal suddenly went to the floor on its own. I then turned off the engine with the key and was able to pull off the right hand side of the road. After we were towed a mechanic was able to lift the pedal after detangling it from the cruise control…
ODI 11033071
Engine · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford escape. While driving approximately 35 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the brakes malfunctioned and the vehicle would not stop. The contact also indicated that the check engine light illuminated during the incident. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
ODI 10892351
Electrical System · Service Brakes
We own a 2004 escape. That two weeks ago caught fire due to the abs control module. We also have had brake lines go bad due to part failure twice. And the total of three alternators. Now we have spoken to ford regarding the 01-03 fire issue. But they will not do anyrhing to consider the 04 even though in researching the actual recall it was the same issue. I woulf like to see this happen. We are selling our vehicle…
Fire reported
ODI 10794538
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 mph, the speed accelerated independently, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond causing the vehicle to crash into a guard rail. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was destroyed. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign…
Crash reported
ODI 10783269
Service Brakes · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford escape. While driving at an unknown speed over a bump in the road, the vehicle emitted a clucking noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, which indicated that the front suspension bar was fractured. The front suspension bar was replaced. The contact also stated that the brake lines also failed due to corrosion. The brake lines were replaced. The vehicle was…
ODI 10787642
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
TAKATA RECALL
Crash reported
ODI 10846079
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
TAKATA RECALL
Crash reported · Fire reported · 1 injury
ODI 10871313
Service Brakes
I was leaving my parking spot where the vehicle had been parked for approximately 45 minutes when the brake pedal went to the floor and my brakes were not working properly. I discovered that brake fluid was leaking out of the brake line in the front drivers side wheel well. The rubber hose had deteriorated and had to be replaced. Yesterday i was driving when my brake pedal went to the floor again. When i parked the…
ODI 10724465
Service Brakes
Rubber brake hose on passenger side front ruptured causing all brake fluid to drain from system. Upon inspection it was found the driver side rear rubber brake hose was near failure. Ford service technician indicated that he had seen several failures on ford escapes. This failure causes the brakes to fail completely with no brake pedal response. *tr
ODI 10586709
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Service Brakes
THE CAR STALLS AFTER PUTTING IT IN GEAR / *TR
ODI 10705155
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
I own three of these vehicles and again right front abs ring snapped while driving. Ford will not do anything even though i've had the same problem on all three cars. *tr
ODI 10487467
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes
I first noticed a surging and squeal type noise while coming to a stop. Spouse had repaired 3 times yet it continues. During this time i also heard a clanking noise from rear end as if hatch (window/door) was not securely closed but then assumed it may be related to the aforementioned issue. I mentioned noise increased, loud, frightening (steering difficulties). He contacted ford by phone (x3) and emailed however…
ODI 10598270
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford escape. While parked, the contact noticed that the abs warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the abs module would have to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module) but was advised by…
ODI 10489298
Service Brakes
Driving on a state highway approaching a red light, i applied brakes and felt a pulsing sensation in the brake pedal, it became very hard to stop and i had to pull to the shoulder of the road. This has happened several more times since, at various speeds and with no warning. The abs light on the dash does not come on and there are no obd codes. The vehicle becomes very hard to stop. I had the vehicle checked by my…
ODI 10460018
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2004 Ford Escape.
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