2010 Ford Escape Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 419
- 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 419 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel system · 70 records
- system gasoline · 60 records
- parts recall · 33 records
- gasoline part · 26 records
- gasoline parts · 21 records
- part recall · 18 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 178 |
| 60–100k mi | 112 |
| 1–30k mi | 26 |
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Steering
Power steering assist fault light came on now i have no power steering, check fuel inlet light cover light keeps coming on, my transmission seems to lag alit and stuffers up hills and if i try to pass anyone
ODI 11034203
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While the vehicle was stationary, the odor of fuel entered the cabin of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle could not be filled with fuel. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the fuel filler neck was faulty and needed to be replaced. Park cities lincoln in dallas, texas was made aware of the failure and requested that the vehicle be brought in for service. The…
ODI 11033876
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
While driving, the wrench light comes on and the engine loses power. When i turn the engine off and back on the light may go out but will come on again after driving. I was told by the dealer this is problem with the throttle. I have had this repaired twice, the first under a recall. I had to pay for the second repair. Now it is happening again all within about 2 years. This is very dangerous while driving in…
ODI 11030764
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
2010 ford escape was pulling out of a parking spot, foot off the accelerator, but vehicle proceeded to gain speed and go forward striking another vehicle. Unintended acceleration
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11058084
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
While driving my 2010 ford escape xls 4 cylinder , the truck stalled and cut off during driving. Lucky i was able to pull to the side of the road. I started the truck back after 30 minutes, the truck drove and again with no warning the truck started to stall and cut off. The just started to happen out of no where. I bought the truck used and still paying on it. The warranty that i purchased ran out at the beginning…
ODI 11022391
Fuel/Propulsion System
I am contacting in regards to the ford recall 270277; fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. My gas cap light came on last september and when i took it into my regular shop they were able to repair it, however, as this as before the recall was sent out, i had to pay out of pocket. This was a significant cost and i would like to be reimbursed. I am attaching the receipt here with a description of the repair which…
ODI 11084575
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving, there was a strong fuel odor in the vehicle. The contact lowered the window and noticed that the fuel odor was more pronounced. The contact lowered the window and turned off the air conditioner, which aided in minimizing the odor. The contact experienced an allergic reaction from the fuel odor, but medical attention was sought. The vehicle was taken to sunrise…
ODI 11021061
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the check engine indicator and check fuel message illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the…
ODI 11014698
Fuel/Propulsion System
I have taken my vehicle multiple times for vehicle maintenance and to correct fuel system module recall only to be told the part was unavailable.
ODI 11040969
Fuel System, Gasoline · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Mel hambelton ford [redacted], [redacted], whichita, ks 67209) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of…
ODI 11123505
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact smelled a fuel odor around the vehicle. The contact called galpin ford at [redacted] ([redacted], prescott, az 86305) where an appointment was scheduled for the recall…
ODI 11081079
Fuel/Propulsion System
I got a engine service light on. The code came up as p2119. It was determined that the throttle body was defective and replaced. And it needed to have the computer re-down loaded. This is the second throttle body i have had installed.i have had this vehicile since it was new.
ODI 10995873
Fuel/Propulsion System
2nd throttle body scensor to fail again!! In motion losing power, i know because i have been thru this 3 times now.
ODI 10993086
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The winward ford dealer informed the contact that the remedy was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue…
ODI 10992919
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Starting the car with the key. You have to push the key in hard as you are turning it.
ODI 11005032
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Hatchback/Liftgate · Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. Upon attempting to change a bulb within the liftgate door, the contact was unable to access the light to change the bulb. In addition, there was no manual option internally and no option to use a fob to open the liftgate hatch, which failed to open and secure when opened. The dealer (holman ford lincoln turnersville, 3641 rt 42 south, turnersville, nj 08012, [redacted]) was…
ODI 11000484
Fuel/Propulsion System
The car will jump during acceleration. We receive diagnostic trouble code alerts from verizon hum. Which is a smart device connected to the car. This recall date is oct 24, 2016, but ford corporation states they do not have replacement part. Recall says it can cause fire. Ford will not correct issue unless gas is smelled.
ODI 11010526
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle failed to respond and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline);…
ODI 10980137
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While the vehicle was stationary, there was an abnormal fuel odor. Upon inspection, the contact noticed a puddle of fuel near the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10956774
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced…
ODI 11023638
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received a recall notification regarding the fuel leak. The contact stated that there was a puddle of fuel coming from the vehicle. Earlier that day, the contact filled the vehicle with fuel. The dealer stated that the recall was related to fuel leaking from a different part of the vehicle and the contact would have to pay out of pocket for the fuel pump assembly…
ODI 10954150
Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall after fueling the vehicle, the "check engine light" illuminated. The vehicle then stalled and jerked after cranking the engine and stalled out while still. After diagnosing the issue, it was cited the car has a "gross vacuum leak" indicating that the "easy fuel" gas flap is not shutting properly. This seems to be an issue for most ford escape owners and even other ford owners that have the "easy fuel"…
ODI 10949572
Fuel/Propulsion System
Recall issued december 2010. Several phone calls made to two local dealerships for repairs as some pf the issues identified have been noticed during refueling of vehicle. Then in january 2017 appointment was made to address issue and after lengthy wait service was not preformed because parts were not available. As of this writing still nothing from ford motor company to address this fuel issue that could increase…
ODI 11023747
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The instrument panel indicators illuminated after the vehicle stalled. In addition, the contact detected a fuel odor in and around the vehicle. When filling the fuel tank, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number:…
ODI 10954842
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Suburban ford in waterford, mi was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The…
ODI 11025333