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 · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle restarted after numerous attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v495000…
ODI 10689928
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 · 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
Engine
Engine was making odd noise, red light appeared on instrument panel. Driver pulled to side of road. Car began smoking. Driver exited vehicle. Driver called 911 and waved for help. Vehicle burst into flames approximately 30 second after driver exited vehicle. Car completely burned. *tr
Fire reported · 1 injury
ODI 10655195
Engine
10/29/14: while in the buffalo, ny area, i turned on the car and noticed the engine fault service now' notice came on. After i clicked ok to make the message go away i put the car in drive and tried to accelerate but noticed the engine was very sluggish. The car had no pickup even with the little pressure i applied to the gas pedal. The tachometer was acting sporadic and the engine felt as though it was close to…
ODI 10653826
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
Air Bags · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the engine hesitated and the front passenger air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v495000 (engine) and stated that the recall exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The dealer advised that the part was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10652444
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled and the service engine and engine malfunction warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
ODI 10639875
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
Engine
In august 2014, january 2015, february 2015, and march 2015 my vehicle went into "failsafe" mode due to an overheating engine, among other problems. The vehicle was towed each time to the ford dealer's service center where the lease originated. Failsafe mode cuts power to the brain of the vehicle which shuts down the engine to "safely" stop the vehicle so the car doesn't light itself on fire. The car literally goes…
ODI 10701750
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl- the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the cruise control failed to engage and disengage intermittently. The contact experienced an electrical short with the radio shorting out as well. The vehicle stalled multiple times and the contact had to make several attempts to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the wiring harness and the failure recurred.…
ODI 10630776
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
While driving vehicle turns off/engine dies at any speed without warning. It has happen 6 times. *tr
ODI 10630924
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph and attempting to make a turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure occurred on three occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 6,000.
ODI 10632303
Air Bags · Engine · Seats · Structure
I buy ford escape 2013,se ecoboost 1,6 in february 2013.pay $ 29,00,brand new.after 10 months send me recall notice(13v583,14v-239,14v-237,14v164000) after recall value for my car drop down 50%.who refund my .after fix my car ,my car ,no now car,this is fixed car.who agree for sell with no good condition car. *tr
ODI 10620850
Air Bags · Engine
Back in aug. 2014 i got a recall - 14s17 oct. 2014 got a recall - 14s21 i have been calling our ford dealer each month and they still don't have the parts. So i continue to get a card from ford reminding me of the recall and to contact the ford dealer today. Well then, why don't the ford dealers have the parts. *js
ODI 10690615
Engine · Power Train
The engine had been idleing a little rough and stalled at a stop light. It restarted and then it would idle rough and like it was going to stall again. It has stalled a total of 3 times in the last 3 days and is idleing rough. Ford dealer service dept. Not open to get looked at. This is out of the blue and when i ran an engine diagnostic it came back normal. I dont trust this car now and am in the process of trying…
ODI 10618511
Engine
I have medical condition in florida.my car is registration in california.my medical condition in not ready ,nader few month.i want fix my recall in florida.please send my dealer address in florida 33418. Please help my! Thank you! *tr
ODI 10618124
Engine
On 7/30/214 the vehicle hesitated and the engine stalled at a stop sign. I was on a trip to pennsylvania on 8/19/2014 taken to mullinax ford, 2317 s.r. 44, new smyrna beach, fl 32168 [redacted]. No codes and they could not duplicate malfunction. After a few days car was returned to me. On 9/7/2014 the vehicle hesitated and the engine stalled at a stop sign. Engine restarted no check engine light(mil). On 9/15/2014…
ODI 10633626
Engine · Power Train
In order to park in the single bay of our three car side entry attached garage, you have to pull up to the post between the double and single bays, back up and pull forward. After pulling to about one foot from the garage support post and bringing the vehicle to a complete stop, i attempted to shift from drive to reverse. The escape suddenly accelerated into the post and our expedition parked in the right hand side…
Crash reported
ODI 10618718
Electrical System · Engine
While driving the engine fault light came on. The car began to lurch when changing gears almost causing an accident. Once car turned off and turned back on the fault cleared and the engine ran smooth. Took the car to the ford store san leandro (ca). Like the similar complaints on this website they could not find record on the car's computer and could not replicate the problem. Therefore i go away very concerned…
ODI 10616514
Engine
In 2 weeks my 2013 ford escape has stopped running. The first time i was at a complete stop. The second time i was slowing down for a stop sign and the engine cut off again. Both time the car restarted. It was taken to the dealer both times and they can fine nothing wrong. I am very concerned that it will happen when i am driving and someone will run into me. *js
ODI 10617086
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle overheated and stalled. The contact mentioned that when the vehicle was turned off, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the popped off coolant hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.…
ODI 10616318
Engine
I am filing a complaint that after my recall service for the risk of localized overheating of the engine cylinder head that may lead to oil leak fires my 2013 ford escape started overheating. The engine heat went from regular heat to maxed out heat in the red in a matter of seconds with no warning or time to pull over safely!!!!! I purchased my ford escape 2013 sel in april of 2013 and use my car often for work so…
ODI 10608388
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicle towed to ford on 7/3/14 for fuel leak. Also told ford that fuel range consumption gauge was not working right. Ford was unable to verify fuel leak concern but did the 13s12 overheating and 14s03 handle recalls. On 7/19/14 low coolant light came on. Called ford and they said that it was an air pocket in the coolant system and to add distilled water and drive it to ford. The dealership drained the coolant,…
ODI 10621519