Ford Escape Structure Problems
- 145
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
- 16
- Years with records
- 2001–2016
- Stored years
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 145 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
Complaints by year
What appears in the records
- Body · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 28 |
| 100–150k mi | 27 |
| 1–30k mi | 22 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint evidence
Latest stored owner-submitted records. Open a year for the full list.
Body · Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. While the vehicle was approaching a stop sign, the front passenger tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the subframe was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact reached out to keast auto center (2101 23rd st, harlan, ia 51537 [redacted]) and was informed that nothing could be done since the vehicle…
ODI 11234457
Structure
2005 ford escape. Consumer writes in regards to rusted subframe. *ld the consumer stated the passenger side strut tower was also rusted. The manufacturer was notified and denied any responsibility for the failure. *js
ODI 11195230
Structure · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford escape. While driving approximately 5 mph, a whistling noise and a burning odor emitted through the vents of the vehicle. The contact coasted to the side of the road and noticed that the inner wheel well on the rear passenger side was corroded. The contact immediately called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in a recall, and did not offer further…
Fire reported
ODI 11075958
Structure · Windshield
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford escape. While driving 45 mph or more, there was an abnormal whistling noise emerging from the front windshield. Additionally, there was a 3/8 gap between the windshield and plastic trim. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (crossroads ford of indian trail, [redacted], indian trail, nc 28079) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was…
ODI 11081045
Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford escape. While driving 50 mph, the contact noticed a very loud noise as if glass were breaking. The contact pulled the vehicle off the road and turned off the engine. The contact walked to the rear of the vehicle and noticed that the tower was disconnected from the well of the wheel. The contact drove the vehicle home and then to an independent auto mechanic. The technician would not…
ODI 11073962
Structure · Unknown Or Other
When it rains hard i have a leak behind the passenger seat that comes from the light fixture - i have seen so many complaints about this from 2012 escapes thru 2017 escapes - their seems to be no fix - my biggest concern is the headliner (which everyone says not to touch) and the smell ford suggested i contact you - i would assume this happens when the car is stationary and it does not happen when car is run through…
ODI 11076627
Structure
Cpsc:about a month ago i noticed a loud noise coming from the rear passenger side of my vehicle when going over bumps in the road. Upon inspection, i found the shock casing on the rear passenger side is completely rusted out and my shock mount is no longer attatched to my vehicle. *dt *js
ODI 11074786
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes · Structure · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 12v353000 (engine and engine cooling), and 14v165000 (structure, vehicle speed control). The contact did not receive any recall notifications. The contact stated that the brake lights remained illuminated for an extended period of time. The vehicle was inspected…
Fire reported
ODI 11015079