2006 Ford Escape Engine Problems
- 7
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated that a rod caused the engine to lock. The vehicle was towed to the ford dealer and they informed the contact that he needed to replace the engine. The manufacturer advised the contact that they were unable to replace the engine per the warranty since it has expired and the mileage was 44,000. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 44,000.
ODI 10286006
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact heard a loud clanking noise when he started the vehicle. The check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and the engine shook violently. While driving less than 20 mph, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the engine failed, but the warranty was expired. In addition, the intake valves were off, which threw the…
ODI 10263249
Engine
At 9 months pregnant, while driving home i suddenly heard a loud thumping noise. I was close to home so i brought it there and had it towed to a dealership. They told me that there was absolutely no oil in the car, even though i had my oil changed a month before. The oil light never went on and we did not see any leaking oil. I received a call from the dealer telling me that my engine had to be replaced at 46,000…
ODI 10374606
Accelerator Pedal · Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. While driving 45 mph, the contact felt the vehicle accelerate on its own. She removed her foot from the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle continued to accelerate. She made sure that the cruise control was deactivated by pressing the off button. The contact had to stand on the brake pedal in order to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The contact inspected the vehicle. The…
ODI 10196438
Engine
Loud noise while starting vehicle in cold weather. Idler pulley was shredding the serpentine belt and pulley was overheating. Dealer replaced under warranty. *jb
ODI 10183108
Automatic Transmission · Engine
I have had to bring my new car 2006 ford escape to the dealer (5xs) where i purchased it for an ongoing squealing problem when the car is started in the morning. Any fixes are temporary and the squeal continues on a new car this should not be happening.. My concern is that is a more serious problem like the transmission and they just are not fixing it, i have a full warranty and now i notice when i put my car in…
ODI 10228161
Engine · Structure · Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle grinds during start up if it sits for a couple of days. On 04-18-06 the vehicle began to sputter along with a delay in the accelerator pedal and the engine. The dealership admitted there were other vehicle's with the same year, make and model that has the problem. The dealer arranged an appointment for the vehicle to be inspected this week. Updated 5/16/2006 - the door ajar light…
ODI 10155665