2008 Ford Escape Power Train Problems
- 203
- 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 203 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Automatic Transmission · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 75 |
| 100–150k mi | 56 |
| 30–60k mi | 36 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
I noticed a transmission fluid leak toward the front of the vehicle. The car was beginning to shift erratically, and slipping between gears at highway speeds. Was causing some concern while driving in the fast lane of the interstates. It was beginning to spray up under the hood, and i was worried about it getting on the exhaust manifold and starting a fire. After doing tons of research on line, if find out about a…
ODI 10443578
Power Train
Found puddle of transmission fluid on driveway. Transmission cooler is leaking just like all 2008 ford escapes. Not covered by warranty. Dealer charges $816. Why isn't it covered by a recall? We are disappointed. *tr
ODI 10445016
Power Train
I purchased a 2008 ford escape new in september 2008. After 50,000 miles i noticed a buzzing sound from the engine compartment. After searching the internet for probable causes, i discovered a tsb stating that idler pulley may fail prematurely. I purchased and replaced the pulley and noticed a transmission fluid leak near the radiator. After searching the internet some more, i discovered another tsb stating that the…
ODI 10438850
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
I was in my car and when i stepped on the gas to accelerate and pull out on to the road, my engine raced and i only rolled forward, down the small slope, into traffic. After about 3 seconds my transmission caught and the car jumped forward and i momentarily lost control, barely missing another car in the other lane. Turns out almost all of the transmission fluid had leaked out from the transmission cooler, causing a…
ODI 10437802
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that she was unable to shift from second gear. There was an increase in engine rpms as she attempted to accelerate but the vehicle would not respond. The dealer advised the contact to replace the transmission and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure however did not offer any assistance since there were no recalls for the failure. No repairs were…
ODI 10435600
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Purchased 2008 ford escape in june 2007. After around 25k miles the transmission was leaking fluid according to the ford service center we took it to. They repaired this at no cost since this was under the 3 year/36,000 mile warranty. Had a minor issue back in august with the air fan not blowing air properly. The fan had to be placed on high before it would blow out any air. This was fixed and cost approx. 200…
ODI 10433810
Power Train
Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6xq2zyqmoi - this video depicts exactly what is wrong with the ford 2008 escapes. My vehicle started to leak transmission fluid profusely last week; which is not only a problem in major traffic if the ford escape 2008 transmission has no fluid, but also is an safety issue to those who walk in parking lots where my car has leaked fluid; it may cause a fall... Especially with so many…
ODI 10433841
Power Train
While driving to work,a wrench light illuminated. My car then had difficulty shifting and seemed to struggle to shift into gear. I took the car to my mechanic the next day and ended up having to spend $3,400 on a complete transmission overhaul. I do not think this should be since i service my car including transmission service on a regular basis.there was a recall on the condenser a while back. This was corrected.…
ODI 10432495
Electrical System · Power Train
I had purchased this truck new from the dealer in march of 2008, this truck has had many problems in the past starting with the day i bought the truck. Now a few year's later the "a.c. Condenser" was leaking transmission fluid and the dealer is now telling me that it is not covered under my "drive train warranty". I am not a mechanic but the several mechanic's that i have spoken to said that, that part is vital to…
ODI 10434245
Power Train
Defective transmission cooler fails and leaks transmission fluid. The vehicle lurches while low on transmission fluid. *tr
ODI 10426918
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that the transmission cooler fitting fractured, causing transmission fluid to leak. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer replaced the entire transmission condenser. The contact had not driven the vehicle since the repair. The failure mileage was 57,550. Kmj
ODI 10424369
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while reversing from a parking space, the vehicle lunged backwards. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred more than ten times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that they would need to update the power control module. The manufacturer was notified, but offered no assistance. The vehicle had not…
ODI 10468020
Power Train · Steering · Wheels
I purchased a 2008 ford escape limited edition for my son in college, first, there were problems with the tires which sounded like the tires were going to explode. The noise was so loud and took it to my local dealership and they did nothing. I had the vehicle for approximately six months. The second issue pertained to the steering/suspension and that cost me $900. The dealership constantly states, "just keep your…
ODI 10733831
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, fluid was observed leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed a trans core leak in the transmission. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 40,842.
ODI 10441333
Power Train
My ford escape just started leaking fluid one day. Even thought ford admits its a huge huge problem that will effect my transmission its not recalled or covered by the warranty. The tranny cooler/ac condenser is leaking. *tr
ODI 10407036
Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated the vehicle jerked forward when accelerating from a very low speed or a stop. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle needed a new condenser to help cool the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 38,300. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10393568
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I own a 2008 ford escape, in august 28th, 2014 as i was coming off the highway and stopped at a light my vehicles wrench symbol came on and as i tried accelerating my vehicle went up to 45 rpm before changing gear into second. Since this day, i tried taking my car into repair services but i am very limited, as a full time student and a father at the moment i was not working and relying on my school income which was…
ODI 10667556
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
Ford escape limited 4wd 2008 the pto seal on right side is leaking and was replaced at 17333km and a 20800km and is until leaking the pto will block and the wheel will block very dangerous. *tr
ODI 10324179
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
2008 ford. Escape transmission cooler. It is leaking fluid and is very dangerous. It causes the transmission to fail. I am surprised ford has not done anything about this matter. I have read hundreds of complaints and failures. *tr
ODI 10312328
Power Train
My 2008 ford escape has 'sprung' a transmission fluid leak causing my accelerator to 'rev' instead of driving properly and changing gears efficiently. If fluid gets too low, the rear end makes a loud thud noise when it kicks into gear. My suv only has 39,555 miles on it, but since it is over the 36,000 miles, i no longer have any bumper to bumper warranty. This leaking seal is not covered by the 60,000 power train…
ODI 10306981
Engine · Power Train
Vehicle is leaking severe amount of transmission fluid just at warranty mark. Dealer will not cover repair. There are a lot of complaints on internet in regard to this, it could cause a potential fire in vehicle or accident due to low levels of fluid, the control panel does not alert driver if transmission fluid level is low. *tr
ODI 10318283
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Starting in the fall of 2009 when the weather got colder, the throttle became unresponsive and harder to depress, requiring a greater effort to press down the pedal to un-stick and only then would the throttle pedal depress beyond the idle position. Therefore, the vehicle continues to lurch forward creating a sudden, dangerous condition. The problem has been persistent and continues to get worse. *tr
ODI 10479297
Power Train
Transmission cooler leaking on 2008 6cyl ford escape causing transmission to act erratically vibrates and lurch forward due to loss of transmission fluid. Also a fire hazard as undercarriage and radiator have heavy deposits of transmission fluid. Car has only 41,000 miles and majority of mileage has been on interstate. Currently car is in repair shop awaiting replacement parts. From complaints on internet this is a…
ODI 10290036
Power Train
My 2008 ford escape, (not hybrid), is leaking transmission fluid at 40k miles. The ford dealership says they regularly see this problem. I have a lease and my warranty expired at 36k miles. Ford says they will not cover under warranty. Called ford corporate in dearborn mich. They too agree this is a common occurrence in this year, make and model. They said a tsb, (technical service bulletin), has been issued, but no…
ODI 10295747
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
2008 ford escape--leaking transmission fluid---brought to dealer--crack in transmission cooler. Not covered under ford's warranty or extended warranty we bought with the car. Ford will not do anything about it. *tr
ODI 10281158