FordEscape2012
  1. Ford Escape
  2. Problems
  3. 2012
  4. Structure

2012 Ford Escape Structure Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • January 1, 2017

    Structure

    2012 ford escape. Consumer writes in regards to rusting above rear wheel walls. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer was contacted, but did not offer any assistance. Updated 11/24/2017*js

    ODI 11046754

  • June 1, 2016

    Glass, Side/Rear · Structure

    I was parked in sam's parking lot and i opened my rear window to get my bags out of the back of my suv. After putting my groceries in my back seat i went to close my rear window but the left hinge broke and i caught the window. I was shocked that the window was in my hand and i began to scream for someone to help me. A gentleman saw what happened and he helped me push the window back up as much as possible and we…

    ODI 10872463

  • June 12, 2015 · 23,000 miles

    Seats · Structure · Visibility/Wiper

    Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. Upon entering the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal odor. The contact realized that the seats, floor boards, rugs, and windows were wet and foggy. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking water from the windows and the seals on the doors. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…

    ODI 10746468

  • May 1, 2014

    Glass, Side/Rear · Structure · Vehicle Speed Control

    2012 ford escape. Consumer writes in concern regarding letter received about throttle body failure. *smd the consumer also stated the rear tailgate window had to be replaced 3 times, due to a leak. *jb

    ODI 10584862

  • August 15, 2012

    Structure · Visibility

    There are three issues with the car that make it dangerous to drive. When it's sunny, the plastic covering the instrument panel (on the bottom left and right) reflects sunlight back into the drivers eyes. The molding surrounding the gear shifter is metallic looking and also reflects light back into the drivers eyes. The top of the windshield is not tinted and makes the reflection worse. Also the visor can't be used…

    ODI 10525206