2013 Ford Escape Engine Problems
- 756
- 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 756 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 10 indicate injury
- 49 indicate fire
What owners report
- independent mechanic · 15 records
- engine coolant · 14 records
- check engine · 11 records
- indicator illuminated · 11 records
- taken independent · 9 records
- coolant leak · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 259 |
| 1–30k mi | 173 |
| 30–60k mi | 142 |
| 100–150k mi | 97 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 50 mph, the engine stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to ray varner ford (2026 n charles g seivers blvd, clinton, tn 37716, [redacted]), but the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 90,600.
ODI 11114997
Engine
The coolant bypass valve was replaced in 2014 as part of a recall. In july 2018 the car overheated and went into limp mode while driving in a residential area. Car had to be towed to the dealership. Dealership says it's the bypass valve again and needs to be replaced.
ODI 11113144
Engine · Unknown Or Other
I came to a stop at a stop sign in my subdivision, and my car stalled out. I thought the problem was the battery so i tried to restart, but it failed. I smelled gas so i got out of the car and started seeing smoke under the hood. The smoke got worse quickly and caught fire within 2 minutes. The front of the car was engulfed in flames shortly after, for roughly five minutes, and it was eventually totaled.
Fire reported
ODI 11110836
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
I drive to town park to go in a store come back to my car start it and go to drive as i pulling in traffic it dies it starts back up and does it again for 4 to 5 times before finally driving normal, on hot days as the car is driving it will read as if it is over heating and pull reduce power in witch as u finally get out of traffic and pull over the heat hand drops back down like it wasn't hot this repeats on ever…
ODI 11277763
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
When driving on a highway the vehicle suddenly slowed down and the throttle did not work. I pulled off, shut the engine and restarted the car. It then ran ok. The same thing happened 2 other times - as if the gas pedal did not work. I saw on internet that escapes has a history of throttle problems, including my year. I took it to the ford dealer in columbia mo and they said , based on the vin #, that my car was…
ODI 11113273
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
LEAKING COOLANT INTO ENGINE CYLINDER BLOCK.
ODI 11192859
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to rye ford ([redacted], rye, ny 10580, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty.…
ODI 11105351
Engine
Engine cooling system fails blocking the water pump, when this part locks the serpentine belt breaks and car overheats, creating a lot of problems inside the engine, car can catch fire too, very unsafe vehicle especially for people with kids
ODI 11104925
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled and immediately restarted. The failure recurred and the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred and the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the…
ODI 11103987
Engine
The coolant system leaked on the turbo causing the engine to overheat and i had to pay 1400 in repairs.
ODI 11113928
Engine
While driving on the highway, screeching noises emitted from car and then instrument cluster showed the message "engine power reduced to lower temps" and after a few minutes "engine over temp, stop safely." turns our the water pump failed, requiring replacement of pump and belt at 35k miles,
ODI 11103917
Engine
Car reads that it is overheating but it is not. Car can be moving stationary or anywhere and it just kicks on that it is overheating when it is not
ODI 11110424
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
My escape sel 1.6l 6 months ago after getting a full tank of gas my car started and then started to shake and stopped. Car would not restart for 10 mins and only if i press the gas pedal to the flood. Call dealership and they said they had not heard of a problem and let them know if it occurred again. My car is stalling making a noise, shaking and then no power just dies. I am scared for my safety. It does it now…
ODI 11170996
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Whilst driving on streets and highways, at least 1 month, me and my wife began noticing 2013 ford escape 1.6 hesitate! And stall, several times on and off streets and highways.pcm, module is sending incorrect signals, codes read, com needs reprogramming, also coolant system leaks!, may be causing over heating, and fire in engine compartment, water pump went out, wednesday june 6th 2018, car is now at ford…
ODI 11101273
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving at an unknown speed, the engine stalled. The vehicle was coasted to a fuel station where it caught fire. The fire originated from the engine compartment. The fire department extinguished the fire. It was unknown if a police or a fire report was filed. There were no injuries. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 13v584000…
Fire reported
ODI 11101142
Electrical System · Engine
Engine wiring harness and sensor problems in 2013 ford escape with 2.0 liter engine that was not included in previous safety recall. While on a vacation trip in february, 2018, the engine fault warning light came on in our 2013 ford escape titanium with the 2.0 liter engine after restarting the car and entering the highway. It was followed by the check engine light. As we drove to the nearest ford dealership, the…
ODI 11100622
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Coolant leaks, since to be coming from insulated hose connected to heater
ODI 11142245
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While accelerating to merge onto a highway, the vehicle sputtered and hesitated. The vehicle then accelerated, the rpms increased, the vehicle jerked uncontrollably, and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to van horn ford of oconomowoc ([redacted], oconomowoc, wi 53066, [redacted]). The dealer checked the transmission's computer code, but could not…
ODI 11140306
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I have already submitted one statement. I am just wondering why my vehicle wasn't included on the recalls listed below when it sounds like the exact kind of problem i have been having with my vehicle. When started it doesn't take off and get up to speed without hesitation and stalling. And when i do get up to speed it loses power at the most inopportune time i have been in several near accidents due to the engine…
ODI 11104605
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Engine light and service engine soon message appeared. Car stalling and won't accelerate. Took to victory ford in kansas city after 5 hours they couldn't figure out what the problem was other than replacing the sensor. Hundred and $69 for the diagnosis. I was out of town so baby. Did it all the way back home had a local dealership put the sensor in. Another $74.. In the meantime engine code would sporadically…
ODI 11104550
Engine
Purchased a 2013 ford escape turbo from wickenburg jones ford in wickenburg az. Vehicle caught on fire as my husband was driving home. Unfortunately the fire put itself out (wish it hadn't b/c then my insurance would have totaled it). But it caused significant damage before it went out. Oil leak occurred from the cylinder head or valve cover gasket due to overheating and engine oil ignited on the engine exhaust…
Fire reported
ODI 11121659
Engine
Consistent issues with the engine coolant system resulting in antifreeze going into the valves. We are now having to have the entire engine replaced.
ODI 11100012
Engine
I have to refill coolant every 10-14 days. The coolant indicator light comes on and it is down to the minimum level. The water pump has been replaced and did not fix the problem. There is no visible leak. Several mechanics have looked at the vehicle and cannot find the problem. It started in may, 2018 and has been ongoing since. The water pump was replaced in june, 2018.
ODI 11170027
Engine
Engine stalled on major freeway. Mechanic and ford diagnosed it with the turbocharger failing. Ie; literally came apart. The catalytic converters are now also damaged due to the turbocharger failing and gif knows what else. There were no codes, the engine system, stated that there were no errors.
ODI 11099308
Electrical System · Engine
Recently it died while driving on a busy highway. I was extremely lucky that i could get off the road, and that there was not a major accident. My car turns over, but will not restart. After my mechanic had it for a day, he contacted me stating it has an electrical problem and that he was calling the ford dealership, due to it being faulty and that they should fix it. I then was called back and he confirmed with…
ODI 11097711