2008 Ford Escape Automatic Transmission Problems
- 107
- 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
- transmission fluid · 52 records
- transmission cooler · 45 records
- fluid leaking · 14 records
- under warranty · 13 records
- fluid leak · 10 records
- leaking transmission · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 62 |
| 1–30k mi | 27 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Tl*-the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph approaching a stop sign. While at a complete stop the transmission slipped out of gear without assistance. When pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lurched forward and into the prior selected gear. Suddenly, the tires screeched. The failure occurred on three different occasions. Additionally, the gears would…
ODI 10326319
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
Car start stalling, took it to the dealer and they said the transmission cooler was leaking and when the transmission get hot it will not work due to the lack of fluid. *tr
ODI 10317395
Automatic Transmission
My 2008 ford escape is leaking transmission fluid from the condensing unit located by the radiator. The transmission fluid leaking from the air condensing unit/transmission cooler is causing damage to the transmission and could cause a fire hazard for unsuspecting drivers. *tr
ODI 10316262
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
Car started jerking (or stopping) when stopped at stop signs/stop lights. I took to the dealer and they had to replace transmission cooler / a/c combo. *tr
ODI 10316781
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System
My 2008 ford escape started jerking during acceleration and shuttering at stop lights. No lights check engine light ever came on, and didn't happen all the time. Finally the car stalled at a red light and i decided to bring it in. My ford dealership said its the transmission fluid leaking via the ac condenser. They are fixing it, $800 cost. *tr
ODI 10318510
Automatic Transmission
Have a 2008 ford escape, the transmission started acting up a couple of days ago. I would put my foot on the gas and the vehicle wouldn't move then it would jerk and move. It stalled twice on the road. This is a big issue since this can cause a huge car accident that could hurt people. Took to the dealership and was told it a transmission condenser, which cost to repair over 800.00 plus this is not covered by the…
ODI 10315092
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that the transmission fluid was leaking and caused the transmission to fail. The contact was driving 3 mph when the vehicle stalled in middle of the road while she continued to depress the accelerator pedal. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be repaired. The contact was concerned that she was responsible for paying the repair cost since she has a…
ODI 10314546
Automatic Transmission
2008 ford escape developed fluid leak in transmission cooler after less than 40,000 miles. Ford recognized problem with cd4e transmission manufactured before 2/18/2008 with tech service bulletin #08-5-7. Loss of transmission fluid could result in dangerous vehicle operation or fire. Part was replaced with upgraded cooler by ford service at owners expense. *tr
ODI 10315073
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
Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission fluid cooler faulty. Causes vehicle to jerk forward suddenly while accelerating. Vehicle has 37,000 miles and has followed all regular service. Ford dealer states the part is not covered under warranty. *tr
ODI 10312034
Automatic Transmission
2008 ford escape - transmission line / condenser leak causes car to stall. This is all over the web and is a common problem. Ford has tsb's on this (#08-5-7, #08-16-12, #09-9-4). This a serious safety issue and should be the subject of a recall before people get killed when this occurs on the highway! See http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6xq2zyqmoi&nr=1. *tr
ODI 10314541
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System
Over the last several weeks i noticed my car running sluggish and jerky with no pep at all going up hills either. On 2 occasions my car almost stalled as i was pulling from a stop sign which almost caused 2 accidents. I also began noticing oil spots on my driveway. I thought i might have an oil leak since i just had an oil change about a month ago. When i called the dealer to explain my situation the ford tech.…
ODI 10310919
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Equipment · Steering · Valve
Tccf transmission cooler condenser failure- july 16,2008 repaired; -leaking -slipping on shifting-had very little transmission oil on dip stick when repaired at dealership under the 36,000 limited warranty--after 4 days july 20, 2008 wife was rear ended by a dwi traveling at estimated more than 75 to 80 mph(my wife traveling on a state highway at normal regulated speed of 50 mph) -damages of over $13,500 to our…
ODI 10314636
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while at a stop light before entering the freeway. When he tried to move forward after the light, the vehicle completely shut down. The contact shifted to neutral and re-started the vehicle and the problem seemed to correct itself. He noticed the problem again and was able to re-start the vehicle almost immediately. There were no warning lights on the…
ODI 10310892
Automatic Transmission
Leak in the transmission, cooler thru the ac condenser. Kept leaking transmission fluid. *tr
ODI 10317841
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System
1) limited use of vehicle, 28,000 miles on a 2008 escape (used moderately in cold weather situations) 2) transmission cooler failure, leaks cooler fluid and transmission fluid all over engine compartment. Vehicle "springs" forward or stalls after coming to a stop (daily). Vehicle loses a quart or more of fluid monthly. Vehicle shifts very loudly and roughly (daily - is an automatic) 3) repair is quoted at $1000…
ODI 10316703
Automatic Transmission
Leased 2008 ford escape in march 2008. Mileage is 27,412. Noticed atf fluid leak on driveway right side of car near front. Opened the hood to find the entire right front side of the engine compartment was covered in atf fluid. Trans fluid level at very bottom of dip-stick. Washed out the area to check for leak and found at trans cooler. Took vehicle to dealer for repair. They said they couldn't find source of leak…
ODI 10307681
Automatic Transmission
We own a 2008 ford escape xlt. The transmission cooler suddenly began to leak and leaked out all of the fluid. The vehicle is still under the 100k power train warranty. We researched on-line and discovered that this is a common problem with this vehicle and has been going on for over 3 years. Ford would not honor repairs under the power train warranty saying it is "not an internal part." this defect is very…
ODI 10305007
Automatic Transmission
Transmission fluid leak, making transmission fluid leak. Causing little to no fluid. I was told this was the 4th or 5th vehicle, in the past month. That the dealership has seen with the same problem. *tr
ODI 10304625
Automatic Transmission
Purchased new in 06/2007, 2008 ford escape. Transmission cooling system leaking due to rust. Discovered at 40,000. This was due to defect in cooling system, not wear and tear as explained by ford service manager. Warranty expired at 36,000. Cost for repair $800. Problem may have occurred during warranty period, but not discovered until 40,000. Feel this should be covered, initial service bulletin issued 03/01/08. *tr
ODI 10303537
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2008 ford escape just past warranty at approx. 38,500 miles. First i noticed a jerk upon take off at a stop sign. Then it did it again another time. Then we noticed a puddle of transmission fluid in my garage. My husband (a mechanic) has diagnosed that the transmission fluid cooler is leaking. Currently making arrangements to get it fixed. This vehicle is way too new to have a big repair bill like this. I…
ODI 10307613
Automatic Transmission
Developed leak in automatic transmission cooler on 2008 ford escape. Led to no shift in traffic condition.*cw
ODI 10302989
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
The car started to drive sluggish and hesitated in the middle of the street. After checking the transmission fluid i found that i was nearly empty. I refilled the tranny with about 3 quarts of fluid. The next day i checked it again and there was no fluid on the stick. I looked at the right passenger front side of the vehicle and saw were fluid was leaking from under the radiator. After having this checked out i am…
ODI 10317364
Automatic Transmission
The transmission/ a/c cooler is bad (per the my local ford dealer) and leaking transmission fluid at a rapid rate which could cause transmission failure. My wife and kids travel in this vehicle and do not want to them to be injured or worst, killed because ford want own up and replace this part. The cooler has transmission fluid running thru it and it keeps the transmission from overheating and failing, so it is…
ODI 10300139