Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problems of the 2001 Ford Escape

Submission from re Ford Escape 2001 safety recall notice 11s24 the consumer received a recall notice in Jan 2012. The notice indicated she would be informed when the parts required to complete the safety recall would become available, which wouldn't be until the second quarter. The vehicle caught on fire while parked, which was prior to the recall, but was quickly extinguished. Shortly after the fire, the vehicle was repaired. Several months later, the consumer was partly compensated by Ford in the form of a check for $1900 accompanied by a document which stated by accepting the compensation, she would also be signing off on any other claims. The consumer also stated the catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, master cylinder, wiring harness, abs, brake line booster, power steering rack and pinion, tie rods, intake manifold as well as the air bag were all replaced. The steering column would freeze, the rear passenger door handle fell off, rendering the door unstable, the coolant light illuminated, the oil pan needed to be replaced, the air condition stopped working and the rear shock were leaking.

2001 Ford Escape. Consumer writes in regards to safety recall 11s24 concerning danger of vehicle catching fire the consumer was informed the parts were not available. Recall # 07v156000 .

2001 Ford Escape. Consumer writes in regards to safety recall 11s24 even though the consumer received a recall notice, she was informed the parts were not available, and the dealer had no idea when they would receive them.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module) and contacted the dealer to make an appointment but was advised that the parts needed for the repair were not available. The manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned because the recall letter stated that the vehicle could possibly catch fire and the abs brake warning light could illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the abs brake warning light was illuminated in the vehicle and the time frame in which the vehicle could be repaired had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The failure and the current mileage was 195,406. Updated 5/11/12.

2001 Ford Escape. Consumer writes in regards to recall letter received. Consumer is concerned that vehicle will catch fire the consumer stated she could smell a burning odor inside and outside of the vehicle.

2001 Ford Escape. Consumer requests reimbursement for abs module replacement. The consumer stated she wrote to Ford three times, in an attempt to get reimbursement for the replacement of a defective and recalled abs module. Recall #12v005000. The consumer stated Ford sent her a reimbursement check. The dispute has been resolved. Updated 11/21/12.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape XLT. The contact stated that the abs light illuminated and the abs module and wiring harness melted. Nhtsa recall campaign number 07v156000 was repaired which was related to the abs module and wiring harness. The recall could potentially cause a fire to occur. The manufacturer stated that they were aware that the dealer did not repairs the vehicle correctly; however, they would not offer any assistance with the modules that burned after the faulty repairs were completed. The failure mileage and current mileages were 162000.

While attending a school play, I was called outside b/c my Ford Escape was smoking from under the hood and the alarm was going off. I had been inside & the car shut off for 25 min. Before being called out. Smoke & fire was billowing from under the hood, and fire was dropping on the ground by the time the fire dept. Arrived. The hood of my vehicle had to be pried up on the sides and front in order to put out the fire. Everything inside had melted. They asked if I had noticed anything unusual about the car. It had been a little slow to start for a couple days, but seemed to run fine. I thought perhaps I needed to check the spark plugs. The fire dept. Suggested I contact Ford to check on any potential recalls. Ford motor verified that confirmed that recall #07s51 did apply to the vehicle based on my VIN#. Remembering back, earlier in the week, my abs light did come on, which I thought was unusual. But it did not stay on long, so I was not concerned. I filed a report with Ford's crc. They have submitted the report to their general council. They said to expect up to 15 business days before receiving a response on next the steps. No one was hurt, but the vehicle was declared totaled. I have a report from the fire dept. Pictures, affidavits and a personal written report. This was my only vehicle. The consumer also stated the brake light illuminated, but once she added brake fluid everything seemed fine. Updated 09/14/09.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact received a recall notice and took the vehicle to a local dealer to have the vehicle repaired. The abs light illuminated intermittently. When the contact exited the vehicle, he could smell something burning, but did not see smoke. Shortly after, the abs light went out, the vehicle speed control did not work. The contact referenced the owner's manual to check which fuse needed to be replaced. He identified that the abs and cruise control shared the same fuse. Currently, everytime he replaces a fuse, it fails. The dealer informed him that his vehicle had previously been repaired according to NHTSA campaign id number 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock:control unit/module). He was advised to take the vehicle in for a diagnostic at the dealer that performed the repair. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 110,000. Updated 02/19/10. The consumer discovered the abs and speed control were on the same fuse, and the abs module was burned out. The consumer went back to the dealer, but was told the repair was completed under the recall once. Updated 02/19/10. Updated 09/07/10.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. While the vehicle was parked, the abs computer system began smoking . An intense electrical smell was present and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the abs, ecu module, and the hcu module were damaged. A police and fire department report was filed but there was no fire, just a lot smoke. Nhtsa campaign id number 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module) was referenced. The failure mileage was 100,005. Updated 06/30/08 updated 06/30/08.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. When attempting to stop suddenly, the vehicle would be very difficult to stop. He stated that the vehicle spun around once while attempting to stop. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they repaired the vehicle under recall number 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). Approximately two days later, the contact noticed that the brakes were still not working properly. He returned to the dealer and they would not re-inspect the vehicle, however, they stated that they would make a repair that was identical to the previous repair. The failure mileage was 55,000 and current mileage was 58,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact took her vehicle to the dealer because the abs and brake lights were illuminated. The dealer stated that the vehicle was safe to drive until the end of the week. The vehicle caught fire that same night. The contact stated that flames rose at least 20 feet high. The fire department extinguished the fire. The front end underneath the hood was completely burnt and the engine fell to the ground. The vehicle sustained major damage. The insurance company and Ford will inspect the vehicle. The vehicle is included in NHTSA recall number 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module ). The current and failure mileages were 79,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape XLT. The contact stated that the abs module was repaired in 2007; however, the repair did not correct the failure. The abs light continued to illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic twice for the failure who stated that the abs module wires were corroded. The manufacturer stated that since the vehicle was repaired they would not provide any assistance since the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was not available. The current mileage was 107,000.

I recently took my 2001 Ford Escape in for service for recall #07s51. While a partial repair has been completed the parts to complete the repair totally will not be available until August. While Ford states the vehicle is ok to drive they informed me not to park near structures or inside garages until the repair is completed in August, they cannot be held liable if I do so. That statement makes me believe the car is unsafe to drive down the road with my family in, yet Ford will not do anything to remedy the situation or expedite the repair or offer me a safe vehicle on loan until mine can be 100% repaired. I have made numerous calls and emails to Ford to get action on this repair and have been treated rudely and dismissed telling me there is nothing that can be done for me.

My 2001 Ford Escape parked in my driveway started to catch on fire. I took it to the dealership and it was the abs module like in NHTSA action number pe06048.

Abs harness caught on fire on my way back from l. A.