2012 Ford Escape Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 128
- 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 128 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel system · 57 records
- system gasoline · 54 records
- parts recall · 48 records
- gasoline parts · 26 records
- recall remedy · 21 records
- gasoline part · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 25 |
| 60–100k mi | 18 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2012 ford escape suddenly loses power when driving. It happened on the highway and i was almost rear ended. I googled the symptoms and found that it is probably the etb electronic throttle body. This is dangerous and nhtsa did not issue a recall or protect the public by requiring ford to provide towing. Instead nhtsa only required that ford extend the warranty an additional 10 years leaving ford owners at risk of…
ODI 11278709
Fuel/Propulsion System
After having the recall 16s41 fuel delivery module flange replacement service, my vehicle would occasionally not successfully start but would continue to try. I called the dealership where it was serviced and they took a look, but found nothing. Less than two months have passed and i notice new issues; vehicle chugs down the highway almost boggy-like; when filling with gasoline the pump stops at 3/4 tank and not…
ODI 11255050
Fuel/Propulsion System
Occasionally when fueling the pump will stop prematurely. The dash will say it's full but 5 miles later your at 3/4 tank. And topping off is illegal so there's not a way to get past it. Car was off, parked, and next to a gas station pump.
ODI 11221922
Fuel/Propulsion System
On approximately may 25, 2019, i was at a local gas station to fill up my vehicle, a 2012 ford escape xlt, with gas. While filling the gas tank to full, the automatic shut off failed causing gas to forcefully splash back out of the gas tank, onto me and the ground next to the gas pump. The attendant at the gas station followed their protocol for a gas spill. I filled up the gas take at other local gas stations and…
ODI 11241093
Fuel/Propulsion System
Pulling out from a red light, the car made a whirring noise and hesitated to move then started jumping when the accelerator was pressed. Drove car approximately 2 miles and the car made the noise, hesitated and started jumping again. Made to a parking lot and parked car. A transmission specialist checked it out and said the transmission is locked in high gear.
ODI 11219754
Fuel/Propulsion System
The car has had problems with acceleration dealing with the fuel on the highway. I have also noticed that my car seems to be loosing miles or fuel. The engine light has come on twice in the last week with fueling codes.
ODI 11219561
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. While fueling the vehicle, fuel spewed out of the tank. The vehicle was taken to valley ford [redacted], located at 910 s 1st st, yakima, wa 98901) where the vent valve and solenoid were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer, but could not be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The…
ODI 11234836
Fuel/Propulsion System
Check engine light on when driving and when parked and engine running and smell of raw gas fumes near left rear wheel area. Shop tested found code p0456 traced to cracked and leaking electric fuel pump. Replaced pump now ok . In checking i found there was a recall #16s41 for 2012 escape with v6 engine , my car is a 4 cyl . Not incl. In recall but produced in same production sequence production date 8-11 sales date…
ODI 11287925
Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
The area of most concern is the issue with the steering. Eight months ago, i suddenly lost power steering just after exiting a freeway. Now it is making the same sound again and my mechanic feels the wheel may lock completely.i drive mountain passes, which makes this exceptionally dangerous. Contact with local and corporate ford says it is my problem to get it over an hour away to the dealer, and repair will be at…
ODI 11208741
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
In a private parking lot, after executing a 90 degree left turn into a parking spot and with the brake pedal applied in order to slow then stop the vehicle, the vehicle surged forward just before coming to a complete stop. You could hear the engine rev up as it surged forward. Application of the brake pedal did nothing to slow it down. After the vehicle was jarred by striking the curb the engine returned to normal…
Crash reported
ODI 11194555
Fuel/Propulsion System
The throttle body stopped working suddenly while driving on the highway. I lost all acceleration in a busy traffic situation. Luckily i was able to coast the vehicle safely off the highway.
ODI 11155869
Fuel/Propulsion System
Recall 16v-777 initial communication 2017 have called dealership as well as ford direct. No parts available and cannot advise when they may be.
ODI 11133072
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 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. The dealer (smith cairns ford lincoln, [redacted], yonkers, ny 10704, [redacted]) was contacted and confirmed that the parts…
ODI 11118276
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving, everything cut off. I could not accelerate, the power steering turned off, and i had to try and safely pull over. Luckily, each time i was in a position where i could pull over safely. Restarted the vehicle and everything seemed normal. This is extremely scary and unbelievably dangerous!!! Please ford, do something about this! Have taken it in for service and no code can be found and everything passes…
ODI 11099946
Delivery · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v770000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time as the recall notice was received over five months ago. The dealer (sanderson ford, 6400 n 51st ave, glendale, az 85301) was contacted and confirmed…
ODI 11098959
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v77000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time as the recall notice was received over six months ago. The dealer (courtesy ford lincoln, 1313 ne 122nd ave, portland, or 97230) was contacted and confirmed that the…
ODI 11096776
Fuel/Propulsion System
I received a recall notice in jan 2018 but the ford dealer has been unable to obtain the parts necessary to make the repair as of 5/8/18. The recall states a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire so i am very concerned having to drive my automobile. Today i was told they have no idea if/when they will be able to get the parts in.
ODI 11092395
Fuel/Propulsion System
Evaporation system leak occurred and fuel tank pipe assembly had to be replaced. Car did not start and needed to be towed.
ODI 11253792
Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall- had a recall on the fuel delivery module flange replaced and having issues starting , long cranking issues. Ford dealer refused to believe that the technician didn't install it properly. Never had an issue with my vehicle with only 50,000 miles on it until after the recall was performed. I believe the technician improperly installed the part and now every time i start my vehicle it has long cranking…
ODI 11092067
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 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 as the recall notice was received over four months ago. The dealer (superior ford, 9700 56th ave n, plymouth, mn 55442) was contacted and confirmed…
ODI 11089655
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
I had a recall on my truck that i received in the mail about a couple weeks ago and i tried to get in touch with the dealer and the manufacturer and couldn't get through to neither locations
ODI 11089184
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 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 as the recall notice was received over four months ago. The dealer (causeway ford lincoln, 375 nj-72, stafford township, nj…
ODI 11090456
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle had a fuel leak. The contact was advised to contact the ford dealer for any recalls. Tom masano ford lincoln ([redacted], reading, pa) was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was included in nhtsa…
ODI 11088968
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (sunset ford, [redacted], st. Louis, mo 63127) who confirmed part unavailability and stated that…
ODI 11083581
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 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 as the recall notice was received over two months ago. The dealer town and country ford (7720 e division st, evansville, in 47715) was contacted and…
ODI 11081247