2011 Ford Escape Engine Problems
- 239
- 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 239 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- throttle body · 30 records
- engine light · 17 records
- light came · 16 records
- check engine · 15 records
- lost power · 12 records
- wrench light · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 139 |
| 60–100k mi | 47 |
| 1–30k mi | 34 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Wheels
I have only owned my pre-owned vehicle for 3 years and have had to replace driver side front bearing 2x's, rear wiper motor twice and now vehicle will stall while in motion and at stops for traffic lights. I have always driven fords and feel that this is something with the assembly line because i learned of another from the same assembly line that had the same problems.
ODI 11299595
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. The contact stated that the check fuel fill inlet message was displayed. The oil warning light was illuminated. Capitol city ford 8623 e washington st, indianapolis, in 46219 [redacted], was contacted and informed of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure however, no assistance was provided. The…
ODI 11309147
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
My 2011 ford escape xlt 2.5l is stalling while driving, stopped, turning. The rpm's are jumpy. Car stalls with foot on the gas in mid drive! Replaced the canister purge valve as diagnosed. Not the fix.
ODI 11220426
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While driving approximately 62 mph with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stopped, turned off, and restarted the vehicle for it to operate normally. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The cause of the failure was…
ODI 11234228
Engine · Power Train
Transmission had to be replaced at 128000.miles and cost us 3500.00 and we only owned it for less than a year
ODI 11181497
Engine
Car shuts down at almost any speed while you are driving. It happens all the time, the engine goes in to limp mode, and it very dangerously forces you to exit the road quickly. We have taken it to 2 very reputable service shops (and paid them to fix it), and they were not able to repair it. Based on the # of reported issues with this problem on this vehicle, ford needs to quickly fix this and make it right at no…
ODI 11121287
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated. 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. The contact called a local dealer (woodrum ford lincoln, 3100 e…
ODI 11091550
Engine
Loud clicking noise. Louder with time. Mechanic states crack between cylinders. Motor has to be replaced.
ODI 11076800
Engine
I don't remember exactly when the problem accured, just one day the check engine light came on. Took it to a mechanic and they said it might be the fuel flap. As time went on nothing seemed to not be working. Took it to a mechanic today and turns out the engine mounting bracket is cracked. Call ford and tey want me to pay out of pocket. Problem is this is a manufacturer problem not something i have done. Notlike…
ODI 11076348
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was in the process of turnig off our street and driving a short distane up our driveway to park outside our garage when my vehicle lunged forward into the garage doing considerable damage to the contents and structure. I then backed the vehicle out of the garage to avoid further damage.since i had the distinct impression that the engine was overpowerinhg the brakes i decided to turn the ignition switch off to stop…
ODI 11006453
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While starting the vehicle, the engine independently revved. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (norris ford, [redacted], baltimore, md 21222) where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed and the power train control module needed to be updated. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately…
ODI 11013353
Engine
Was driving vehicle on exit ramp from highway traveling around 45 mph when engine and power shut off. I was able to steer and stop the car (power steering had shut off). Radio remained on, but dashboard display was off. Once car was stopped, car restarted immediately. Several similar reports about ford escapes with this problem just within the past few month. Very dangerous problem as no warning lights and at high…
ODI 10992127
Engine · Power Train
This 2011 ford escape is my son's car. We bought the car used in 2015. The car currently has 69,000 miles. In april 2017 my son complained of the car surging while stopped at a light. We drove the car that night and could not get it to duplicate this issue. A month later he called me and stated the car surged again while stopped in a turn lane. He made it to a side street but within 50 yards the car came to a…
ODI 10993026
Engine
Started car up in driveway and engine revived (rpm's went way up) just for a few seconds. Drove to destination pulled into parking stall as i applied the brakes, the engine revived up again and i was unable to stop, even while applying the brakes, the vehicle lunged forward over the parking block. The vehicle then stopped just short of hitting a tree.
ODI 10984318
Engine
When slowing down, vehicle loses power and comes to a stop. The only way to restore power is to turn the vehicle off and restart. This has almost caused me to get hit several times. Although it occurred rarely at first, now it is often . I saw the throttle body recall on this model and it describes the problem. However, the recall is expired. This is very unsafe and unsatisfactory. Program 13b17.
ODI 10981189
Body · Electrical System · Engine
Ignition and electrical system, fuses,etc failure resulted in two spontaneous fires while the car was parked, destroying the car's ability to function. Leawood, ks. Police department has photographed the engine compartment and filed a police report
Fire reported
ODI 10970335
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While stationary, the vehicle caught fire twice without warning. The contact extinguished the first fire with a garden hose. The second fire was extinguished by the fire department. The fire originated from the engine. A police report was filed and there were no injuries sustained. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 55,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10970099
Engine
Engine recall i have a 2011 ford escape & after 7 months of owning this vehicle i was told that i need a new engine. I was headed home from work on i95 then the engine light came on. The next morning i got up to go to work and the escape would not crank up at all it did not move. From the time i had this vehicle it would not start on some days so it was no good when i bought it. It only has 65000 miles on it. The…
ODI 10957631
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
As i was driving home in town, the engine service soon light comes on. Code has to do with the emissions/fuel valve. The vehicle drives just fine, but concerned about inspection and if this is under a recall that is not for my vehicle. Also, when driving, starting and stopping the car seems to 'jump' at times and no known cause and hesitates in shifting. Please advise on what to do. Thank you. A very concerned…
ODI 10943765
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was driving to my bank which is an hour away. As i drove up a steep mountain at the top the truck just shut off and i coasted to the side of hwy. After i stop tried starting 4 times and nothing happen. Set for 10mins then tried again truck started i made it back home without stalling.i took my in truck to be looked at diagnostic fuel throttle. Every day since im stalling 1or 2 a day trucks should be made to endure…
ODI 10945272
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Bought 2011 ford escape xlt used 5-27-2016 (private sale, chicago il). Upon purchase, serviced at milwaukee area ford dealership, found front control arms & bushings torn/loose. Next, front sway bars, outer tie rod ends, brakes and rotors needed replacement. In oct. 2016 engine/transmission major issues: leaking oil and trans fluid -no oil lamp or check engine light- car would run out of oil, pulled over added more.…
ODI 10939550
Air Bags · Body · Engine
Driving a 2011 ford escape, and while waiting at a stop light heading south at a major intersection, upon the light turning green, i proceeded to enter the intersection at approx. 10 mph. Next thing i know, i am t-boning a car that ran the red light entering the intersection from the east at 40 miles and hour. I was unable to see her approach because of a large truck on my left that was turning left to go east. The…
Crash reported
ODI 10937229
Engine
While driving my car i slowed down to make a turn and the engine suddenly stopped.no warning, shaking or decrease in speed. It just stopped i tried restarting but it wouldnt start until 10mins later. I was able to drive it to the dealership with no problems or lights on the dash but after i left (they couldn't see the car until 4 days later) leaving the lot the engine seemed to stall off and on for the 5 mile trip…
ODI 10904525
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While driving 70 mph, the service engine soon warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10897584
Engine
2nd time my throttle has been replaced ford needs to issue recalls on all ford problems.... Needs to be recalled
ODI 10924422