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.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Recall in december of 2017, parts not available and dealer has no idea when parts will be available
ODI 11102989
Fuel/Propulsion System
I received a safety recall notice from ford motor company, safety recall notice 16s41. The dealer, serramonte ford, has not responded to my request to do the necessary repair. I've been trying to schedule the appointment since i first received the notice in december 2017.
ODI 11081264
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in december of 2017. The contact spoke with an unknown dealer and was informed that the part was not available and was on backorder. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a…
ODI 11075175
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received a recall notification for 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 (san gallaway ford in fort myers, florida) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available…
ODI 11066105
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel delivery module has been recalled on my vehicle. I have called my ford dealership many times to have the part replaced. I had an appointment at the beginning of october to have it replaced, and when i arrived for the appointment i was informed after i showed up that they no longer had the part. I have again called multiple times since then and there state that they do not have the part.
ODI 11045131
Fuel/Propulsion System
In motion - check engine light came on, replaced 02 sensor upstream. Getting 8 mpg afterwards. Took it back to service dept and no codes present, live data showed purge solenoid would stick open sometimes, replaced solenoid, now getting 12 mpg, more rattle noise in the catalytic converter; $700.00 and no better than it was.
ODI 11115232
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Driving and car went into power failure mode and wrench displayed on dash display. Found paperwork about throttle body safety recall. Decided to have safety recall 16s41 fuel module done also since it was going in for work. On sept 5, 2017 took to keystone ford chambersburg [redacted]. After both repairs done i was starting car to leave- had very long crank time. Had service person come out to hear and he said"…
ODI 11033194
Fuel/Propulsion System
My 2012 ford escape was recalled october of '16. To date, i have received nothing from ford in reference to nhtsa recall #16v777 and according to the recall, it has no remedy yet. What happens when a safety recall has a birthday without a remedy? We're supposed to allow time for things to be resolved, but really??? This is a safety recall isn't it? This is to prevent the vehicle from bursting into flames due to a…
ODI 11015303
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of power and she noticed a fuel odor. 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 koehn ford dealer was contacted…
ODI 11012530
Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving uphill on a bridge on a city street at 40 mph engine suddenly quit and all dashboard lights came on. No previous dashboard warning lights before shut down. Coasted to a parking lot. Engine would turn over but not start. Had car towed to dealer. Fortunately no traffic at time, but if i had been on expressway or in heavy traffic the result could have been wrecks and fatalities. Dealer said it was a fuel…
ODI 11015892
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). 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 (river view ford located at 2200 us 30 oswego, il 60543 [redacted]) and was informed that the recall…
ODI 11002343
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Throttle body problem p2111. Also transmission will jump into gear causing a lurching action and loud pop noise. Moving down street when car suddenly would not accelerate. Limped into autozone who ran a diagnosis and came back with p2111. Then they looked it up on youtube and found how to reset it (turn key to lock, slowly (10 sec) push down accelerator paddle, hold for 10 sec, deaccelerate at same rate, turn car…
ODI 10992378
Fuel/Propulsion System
Get ck fuel fill inlet warning, then get chk engine light code is p0457.system does not work properly .
ODI 10995039
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
On two separate occasions, my 2012 ford escape has completely shut off on me while driving at about 40 mph. I had to coast to the side of the road, one time on a side road and the other on a highway while trying to accelerate, and then turn the car off and back on again. Both times that seemed to correct the problem. This is an extremely dangerous defect that seems to have been reported by many other 2012 escape…
ODI 11045858
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the dealer (gordie boucher lincoln of west allis, 3161 s 108th st, west allis, wi 53227, [redacted]) stated for months that the part was not available and was on a national backorder. There was no indication as to when the manufacturer would provide the part…
ODI 11083255
Fuel/Propulsion System
A ford representative will be with you shortly. [xxx] says: hello [xxx]. My name is [xxx] how can i help you? [xxx] says: i need information regarding my vehicle's recall #16s41 [xxx] says: i can provide information for recall 16s41 fuel delivery module flange replacement. On your vehicle, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack in the fuel supply port, which could result in a leak. If a leak is present, you…
ODI 10970417
Fuel/Propulsion System
I have tried your phone number at least 4 times throughout the day and it rings 20 times and then goes to a busy signal. You are about as organized as the ford motor company! Please call me at [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 10968715
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 needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the dealer and was informed that the recall remedy part was on backorder. The manufacturer was made…
ODI 10985067
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
While driving at about 35-40 mph, the vehicle suddenly turned off. I couldn't hit the accelerator and had to coast to the side of the road. I turned the car off and back on again, and it restarted without a problem. It has done this to me a handful of times in the last 3 years, but every time i take it to a mechanic, they cannot replicate the problem and therefore cannot fix it. The ford dealerships offer to "take a…
ODI 10960242
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system); 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 manufacturer was notified of the issue and stated that the contact would receive an additional letter when parts were made available.…
ODI 10985766
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 recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not…
ODI 10954862
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 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. Nick abraham ford elyria (1115 e broad st, elyria, oh 44035, [redacted]) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11121727
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel is leaking at all points clamped to body. Fuel line rusted out at every point that was clamped to body from engine to fuel tank. Vehicle was not exposed to harsh conditions. Fuel lines not rusted outside of clamps.
ODI 10956062
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. While driving unknown speeds, the contact smelled fuel in the vehicle. 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 (bill colwell ford…
ODI 11013543
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that there was a strong odor of fumes inside and outside the vehicle. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer held the vehicle and would not release it due to the failure, which was related to the recall. The dealer indicated that the part was not available. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10944149