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, the vehicle began to jerk and the coolant and check engine indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and could not be restarted. The vehicle was towed to courtesy ford ([redacted], conyers, ga) where it was diagnosed that multiple coolant leaks were discovered. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11170503
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
After driving car 30 minutes then parking for 15-20 minutes upon restarting car & moving into traffic the car stutters then stalls. Originally was intermittent problem now is a daily occurrence. Taking car to mechanic today to get a diagnostic done. 1/25/2019.
ODI 11172048
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact had to turn the vehicle off and back on in order for it to resume normal operation; however, the vehicle stalled again when placed in reverse. The vehicle was taken to parks ford & lincoln of gainesville (3333 n main st, gainesville, fl 32609, [redacted]) to be diagnosed, but the failure could not be…
ODI 11175160
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle's gear shifter failed to change into any gear. The contact had to maneuver the gear shifter to ensure that the gears properly changed over. In addition, the engine coolant indicator kept randomly flashing and coolant leaked from the vehicle. The coolant had to be constantly checked due to being low or nearly empty. The vehicle was taken to…
ODI 11174731
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
My escape has stalled 2-3 times within a 12 hour window while moving. I was able to stop in the parking lot and re-start the vehicle.
ODI 11165392
Engine
Vehicle showed an overheating error light and began to stall in a parking lot. Hood was popped and coolant investigated. Coolant reservoir was empty. Owner walked to nearest store, bought coolant, and replaced coolant. Vehicle overheating light went away, but the check engine light stayed on. Vehicle was brought to ford dealership for diagnosing. Dealership ran pressure test and checked for visible signs of leak.…
ODI 11165260
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While idling at a red light, the vehicle stalled. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle in order to drive safely. Once she approached another red light, the vehicle stalled again. On one occasion, prior to stalling, the vehicle shook uncontrollably and the check engine and oil indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to carmax (13300 n interstate hwy 35,…
ODI 11165634
Engine · Power Train
A quick internet search reveals that this is a well documented problem in several different forums, yet ford has not taken any steps to ensure the safety of its customers. My car, in a fashion identical to the 140,000 escapes with the 2.0l engines, stalls suddenly while driving. It does this randomly, repeatedly, and without warning. I've been fortunate so far and have had the stalling occur only in low speed…
ODI 11165536
Engine
Sudden leak of radiator fluid and the engine light came on with extreme heat warning. Car alerted to pull over immediately, and on the road it was a risky maneuver. Towed to dealership where was informed it was a bad water pump and hoses. However it is very similar to existing recalls and complaints
ODI 11163705
Engine
Loss of coolant at or near the reservoir low level light goes on about every 3 weeks. Mechanics have check system twice up to the firewall and have not found a leak/cause. The leak occurs both when the car is stationary or in motion as evident of the pool of coolant under the car in the driveway. This has been on going for about a year.
ODI 11165671
Engine
I have a 2013 ford escape 1.6 eco boost. First issue was a faulty water cooling valve code p26b7. Replaced the valve and 2 days later the low coolant light came on. Topped off the coolant level and about 2 days later the coolant level light comes back on. My vin isn't covered by the recall, but the symptoms are the same as multiple coolant leak recalls .
ODI 11163672
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to chipola ford ([redacted], marianna, fl 32446, [redacted]) where the contact was informed that the engine coolant was leaking into the motor and that the motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 13v584000 (fuel…
ODI 11165577
Engine · Unknown Or Other
2013 ford escape has been leaking coolant over the past few months. I have been filling it and the coolant low indicator continues to come on in increasing frequency. Today(12/20/2018) it came on while driving, started to shake, displayed overheating, and then stalled on the side of the road. Filled it with coolant and it was driveable again. I read that this is currently under investigation and beg that a recall…
ODI 11162828
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact took the vehicle to dahl ford (821 3rd st, la crosse, wi 54601) for repairs on the turbo. After the vehicle was retrieved, the contact noticed an odor of burning oil inside the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and was informed that the odor would eventually go away after a couple of oil changes. The contact also stated that the odor inside…
ODI 11290097
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to pacifico marple ford lincoln dealer, located at 3015 west chester pike, broomall, pa 19008, [redacted], where it was serviced under nhtsa campaign number : 13v583000 (engine). The contact stated that the recall repaired did not correct the failure. The contact stated that six months later he experienced a failure with oil…
Fire reported
ODI 11219134
Engine
Vehicle consistently displays low coolant warning and visual checks confirm low coolant levels. Vehicle experiences intermittent sudden overheat warnings with rapid temperature gauge rise, resulting in the vehicle stalling while in motion. Temperature bypass/diversion valve recall was performed earlier this year, but the problem persists. The last event occurred in heavy mid-town moderate speed (35mph) traffic, less…
ODI 11162847
Electrical System · Engine
The car hesitate or the engine stall soon after starting, if you don't drive off immediately the car will shut off and has to be restarted. This happens on cold starts but mostly after the car has been running.
ODI 11162474
Engine
Car is stalling out at low speeds, parking lots, lights, does'nt matter if it is hot or cold outside heater on or off, the last time it stalled out i was in a 45 mile zone and just cut out on me, i got to the center turn lane and got my flashers on, i had to get it to a stop, the worst part is not being able to steer it. I got it in park and it finally restarted and i was able to pull in to parking lot. It was…
ODI 11163491
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car stalls while driving. Never happens when engine is cold. Drive the car, turn off while in a store. Then i restart the car, starts normal, then start driving again and it stalls while you are driving. After it stalls, i pull off the road if possible, then turn the key off, and back on. It starts up normal again and then no more stalling issue - until i stop at another store, and the same problem happens again,…
ODI 11160887
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Coolant leaking from unknown location with no dampness or residue found. Low coolant in the reservoir is the only indicator of loss.
ODI 11160680
Engine
My 2013 ford escape sel 1.6l stalls without warning while driving. The subject vehicles are equipped with a 1.6l gtdi (turbo) engine. The stalling happened on the highway and just after starting and putting it into drive and pushing on the acclerator. Additionally after the last stall (parking lot), the car seems to be in "limp mode" and needs towed to a service center.
ODI 11160741
Engine
When slowing down to a stop or at idle the vehicle lunges and stalls out. It does completely and the vehicle has to be restarted . Sometimes this happens multiple times in a row. It happens after city driving , highway driving or while idling. The vehicle lunges and stalls and while doing so the vehicle does not respond to the gasoline pedal.
ODI 11203004
Engine
2013 escape was "routine" transmission serviced at matthews ford in broken arrow oklahoma on november 26,2018. After this service dealership was contacted and appt. Made to re-check because of a jerk sensation in lower gear shifts. On december 6, 2018, about 60 miles from tulsa, traveling south on indian nation turnpike to texas, cruise control was engaged at 80mph. Approximately 20 miles later, the traction light…
Fire reported
ODI 11169968
Engine
2013 ford escape se. Consistent low coolant warnings in the winter. Needs coolant added every 4-5 weeks in colder months. Neither ford service dept of my personal mechanic have been able to locate the issue. Has twice overheated after being driven approximately one mile; low coolant light displays and almost immediately overheats and goes into limp mode. Approximate mileage 57,700
ODI 11156370
Engine
False overheat & safety engine shut-down in motion
ODI 11156984