2013 Ford Escape Electrical System Problems
- 224
- 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 224 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 6 indicate injury
- 13 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 16 records
- check engine · 14 records
- light came · 11 records
- several times · 9 records
- wiring harness · 9 records
- power steering · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 66 |
| 60–100k mi | 62 |
| 30–60k mi | 53 |
| 100–150k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, however it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
ODI 10782569
Electrical System
The body control module and wiring harness has gone bad on my 2013 ford escape causing failure in the cruise control, entertainment system, 911 assist system and finally causing the original factory keys to not be recognized by the car (the car won't start with the keys). Costs to repair by dealership $1,800. Further, an injector went faulty a few months ago with a cost of $800 to repair.
ODI 10780821
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Coolant issues, overheating and vehicle stopping completely, this occurred several times; head gasket replaced, turbo replaced, spark plugs coming out on their own, wheel bearing and sensor gone, touch screen gone
ODI 10785541
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving at approximately 5 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and there was an abnormally strong burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the touch screen, radio, and navigation failed. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10776532
Electrical System · Engine
Issues related per tsb #asi-44451 (nhtsa id #10055312) 2.0l motor lack of air conditioning on idle stuck in chicago with over heating indicator lamp on display and overheating
ODI 10725922
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving at 73 mph, the air bag warning light, traction control warning light, brake warning light, and service engine light illuminated. The contact stated that the anti-lock braking system on the front passenger side was engaged which caused the vehicle to pull to the right and crashed into a concrete pillar. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. The…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10748820
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving at 3 mph, the horn and emergency flasher independently activated and the vehicle stalled. In addition, post crash was displayed across the message board. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 46,000.
ODI 10726179
Electrical System
Ford is nothing but a company that is out for money. They could care a less how reliable their vehicles are or about their customer service. Ford motor company should stop making vehicles and be sued. They have nothing but faults in their vehicles. In mine, there is multiple transmission problems and the cooling fan runs constantly and this should not happen. I have contacted the ford dealer that i bought the car…
ODI 10744659
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
When starting, car shows "engine fault, service now" light. Took to dealership three times, has not been resolved. Recently, when braking for a stop light, engine fault reappeared and lost all power to the transmission. Huge safety issue.
ODI 10726026
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
At start-up, there was an error message on the instrument panel about an engine fault instructing me to seek service immediately. As it was after 6 pm, and the dealer service shop was closed, i drive home. The engine was "sputtering" as if it was going to stall. The car had minimal power and didn't achieve a speed over about 25 mph. I ran a vehicle health report, which indicated a problem in the engine,…
ODI 10705086
Electrical System
Took delivery of 2013 ford escape as new car consumer purchase in august 2013. Battery has been biggest issue to date. I have had dead battery on three separate occasions to date, latest being this morning (march 16, 2015). Battery goes dead after as little as 48 hours of non-use. Ford dealers have tested the battery twice during maintenance visits. They say the battery meets minimum test standards. I can't leave…
ODI 10694660
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
While traveling down the highway in plover wisconsin, smoke began to pour into the vehicle via the front vents. I looked forward and saw massive flames coming from under my hood. I quickly pulled over, shut the vehicle off and ran. I call 911, where it took 15 firemen and 500 gal of water to put out the 10ft flames (see fire report). The entire front end of my car has been destroyed along with all the contents. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10724284
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While operating the vehicle, the "engine fault" message suddenly displayed and the vehicle began to hesitate, shutter, and vibrate before reducing speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (mahwah ford on franklin turn pike, mahwah, nj) where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 11092297
Air Bags · Electrical System · Power Train
On january 28, 2015 , while driving the vehicle in the city of trujillo peru . The engine stopped, the witnesses of the engine , oil and also the battery sign lit up. So i decided to take the vehicle to the authorized ford ,, where ford mechanics determined that the engine had no oil, intercooler and ducts , spark burnt with oil residue workshop. Then the workshop asks me to authorize disassemble the engine to…
ODI 10864171
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
My car is a 2013 escape and since i took it to service and to fix one recall that was causing my car to overheat and shut off engine 1.- (recall no. 13s12) risk of localized overheating of the enginecylinder head that may lead to oil leak filters. And .some other recalls, like 2.- (recall no. 13y03 fuel line jumper), 3.-(recall no. 14so4 reprogram restrains control), and 4.-(recal no.14s03 exterior door handle)…
ODI 10860442
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
The vehicle had been turned in to brown daub ford in nazareth, pa where it was reported to have died twice on the road. They then reported it died on them twice also. They replaced the engine fuel pump as this is the ecoboost there are two pumps (one at fueltank one at engine) and returned the car. It drove for 30 minutes and died again in an intersection where it almost caused a serious accident. The dealership…
ODI 10663032
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
The vehicle will just die when driving, it is off. Very dangerous. There is a recall for the smaller engine with the same symptoms. The dealer has spoken to ford and they do not know what it is. It died on them twice. They now believe it could be a dropoff in pressure in the fuel system which makes no sense. The cat just stops running. *tr
ODI 10662398
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While slowing down for a stop light on a busy state highway, and without warning vehicle stalled. Loss of electric temporarily. No collision bc vehicle behind me was able to swerve. *tr
ODI 10654019
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. When approaching a stop, the vehicle jerked forward without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the control module needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v597000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a…
ODI 10659164
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle went into power saving mode. The vehicle's speed reduced and the check engine warning light illuminated. The engine was shut off then restarted, and the vehicle resumed normal operation. The failure recurred multiple times intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The mat sensor…
ODI 10680499
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting abnormally in and out of gears and there was a sudden increase in engine rpms. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. During a second appointment, the technician determined that the computer needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10644592
Electrical System
Numerous faults with radio and sync system. The radio will come on by itself and will not shut off. This usually occurs when a cell phone is in use and connects or disconnects via bluetooth when the car is started or turned off. The radio will not turn off even after the engine is turned off and the doors are opened, and remain on even if i lock the car. I went inside a store not having left any radio on or…
ODI 10641446
Door · Electrical System · Hatchback/Liftgate
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the front and rear doors appeared to be pushed out from the vehicle. In addition, the rear door hatch fractured and detached and the battery died. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new battery, the hatch handle needed to be soldered back on, and weather stripping needed to be added to the doors. The…
ODI 10915483
Electrical System
Engine fault service now message displays on information center. Dealer says to turn off car, open door, close door, count to 10, turn car back on and message is gone. Message repeated 2 days later. *tr
ODI 10633153
Electrical System · Engine
While traveling down a highway at approximately 50 mph, our vehicle suddenly lost power, red lights came on the dashboard, vehicle continued running but gas pedal did not respond. Coasted to a stop along shoulder, turned vehicle off, waited a couple of minutes, restarted without incident. 12 volt plugs remained off. Called ford dealership today. They say this issue will be covered in another recall from ford, has to…
ODI 10628280