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.
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Multiple times check engine service engine fault now comes on, killing all power and steering to vehicle. Stalled out in traffic, on highway, at a stop, low speed, no speed, high speed. Lost all ability to accelerate or control vehicle. Traction control sensor light lit up, check engine light lit up, airbag sensor lit up and yet running the check systems on it responds that all systems are normal and no active…
ODI 10790497
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the engine overheating indicator illuminated and the coolant level was very low. The contact also reported a burning odor. The vehicle was pulled over, the engine was turned off, and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The origin of the coolant leak was not located. The failure recurred and the independent mechanic could not locate the…
ODI 11278378
Engine
Engine coolant service required, check engine light. Checked coolant low. Added coolant 4 days later the same message appears again. Add more coolant. Take my vehicle to dealership due to the leak. Which is a recall on other 2013 ford escape but apparently not mines. I have t replace water pump, gasket, servicing belt and 1 gallon of coolant for over $1100.00 with no help from ford. When they know they should due a…
ODI 10790366
Engine
Ford chq extended the warranty on 2013 escapes due to numerous issues. During this warranty period, my emissions sensor failed, needs to be replaced & ford is refusing to repair it stating 'emissions is excluded from this warranty'. The repair cost is $375 & my car will not pass emissions inspection until it's fixed. The problem remains unresolved until/unless ford fixes it. A 3 yr old car should not have an…
ODI 10947682
Engine
I was driving going 40 mph & car just died, the engine turned off almost got re ended as the car just came to a stop. I was not able to restart for a couple minutes. All the power stayed on but the engine died and the car lost momentum.
ODI 10788824
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that while reducing speed to less than 10 mph, the engine suddenly stall. The vehicle would also stall while idling. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10924591
Engine
On 10-25-15, i was driving a few miles from my home when a light came on stating "high engine temperature, pull over safely." within 30 seconds of pulling over, the flames came out frm under the hood near the windshield. Within 5 minutes my vehicle was fully engulfed inside and completely destroyed. I contated the dealership who informed me of a recall that oil could leak onto the engine and start a fire. I was…
Fire reported
ODI 10806389
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While accelerating from a traffic light, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle had to be placed in park to prevent the stalling. On several occasions, the vehicle took several attempts to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact was referred to the dealer because the vehicle was under a…
ODI 10787768
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 35 mph, the low coolant indicator illuminated, the temperature started running hot, and the service engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (norris ford, [redacted], dundalk, md 21222) where it was diagnosed that the thermostat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was unknown. The…
ODI 11055255
Engine · Steering
Coolant issues; constantly have to add coolant; at one point car overheated and went into shut down mode; dealer replaced engine problem still exists; poer steering has gone out several times; replaced racket and pionion; problem still exists;
ODI 11128433
Engine · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when depressed. The failure occurred intermittently. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on four occasions but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10778420
Engine
Driving on road and high engine temperature warning came on. Pulled over at first safe area, a very short distance. Shut vehicle off and in approximately 2 minutes flames were coming from under hood.
Fire reported
ODI 10761165
Engine
Auto loses coolant frequently without any visible leaks. Have to replace/add coolant every 50 to 100 miles driven. When coolant is low, the car requires pulling over until coolant is added. I've owned the car for 3 years, it has 117,000 miles on it and this problem has recurred, expecially in the winter, every year since i've owned the car. Coolant leakage seems to be worse when i use the auto starter to warm up the…
ODI 11156869
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle overheated and an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then parked and smoke emitted from the hood. The contact and passenger were able to exit the vehicle before it was engulfed in flames. No police report was filed. The fire was extinguished by a passing motorist. No injuries were sustained. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10763016
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact noticed smoke under the engine and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was noticed that engine oil was dripping onto the manifold and diagnosed that the turbo needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
Fire reported
ODI 10759927
Engine
Driving down street when vehicle suddenly went into limp mode. Vehicle has had numerous previous engine fault service readings on screen. Dealer has been unable to repair. In shop again.
ODI 10749970
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
Engine
When i was driving my vehicle on a local road in a residential area, the check engine light was on. That day, i've never driven on a freeway, or faster than 45 mph, and the problem occurs only after normally low speed driving for 15 min. I got the vehicle inspected by the dealer, and they told me the error code is p026b7, and it has something wrong with the coolant bypass valve. That part is not covered by the power…
ODI 10748907
Accelerator Pedal · Engine · Power Train
While driving down the highway i pushed on the accelerator to pass another car safely. The accelerator did not react for 4 seconds, this is a serious safety issue and if our government is not looking out for us, who is. I noticed other postings like this and i have complained to ford that i have a lemon and they have chosen not to do anything about it. Do i need to start writing my senator or congress person for…
ODI 10746250
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact noticed that the vehicle was loosing antifreeze. In addition, the contact stated that the engine was running hot. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v431000 (engine, engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
ODI 10821627
Engine
While my wife was pulling into a parking spot front forward. The engine suddenly revved and the vehicle accelerated forward, causing the vehicle to jump the curb and crash thru a store front window.
Crash reported
ODI 10743544
Engine
The engine stalled/died while driving. I was about to turn onto an extremely busy [redacted], so i am fortunate (i suppose) that it did not die while i was making my turn. I was able to coast to the side of the road and call for help. My child was in the car with me. Very scary.
ODI 10745987
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
Engine
Over the past 2 1/2 years that we have had the vehicle, the engine will stall out when taking off from a stop. It has happened 7 times and we feel like it is unsafe to drive. We had it at the dealer we purchased from 3 times now for this concern and they cannot fix and deny there is anything wrong. The dealer said they did not care if we had a problem as they cannot find what the cause is. I am a state certified ase…
ODI 10734412
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