Engine Stall problems of the 2001 Ford Escape - part 1

Ignition coils defect- causing engine to stall and gas pedal sometimes gets hard to accelarate causing the vehicle not to move. While driving vehicle accelarates.

While driving approximately 40-50 mph, the vehicle started to idle. The brakes and accelerator pedal felt sluggish. The consumer pulled over, and turned off the vehicle, waited a few minutes and restarted the vehicle and took the vehicle to the dealership to have the mechanic check out the problem. Recall campaign 04v165000 repairs were performed in may for the engine stalling while driving.

Recall 04v165000 concerning engine stalling. Consumer stated that vehicle was not experiencing any problem with engine stalling until recall repairs were done on April 24, 2004. Dealer was contacted.

Engine stalls at 40 mph.

While driving 2001 Ford Escape at average 50-60 mph speed ok. Upon deceleration, car dies. Took car to dealership next day (died 3 more times). Dealer is saying 2 cylinder heads need to be replaced; 2 camshafts and basically need new engine installed at my expense. Dealer has requested maintenance receipts (I have supplied all). Now waiting to see if Ford will assist in repairs. Have called Ford 6 times to file complaint stating since purchasing vehicle new in Dec 2000, have had new transmission installed (warranty covered); new fuel pump (warranty covered); and new master cylinder (paid out of pocket). Escape is not safe and not reliable.

2001 Ford Escape 3. 0 l car engine stalled when in traffic slowing down while proceeding straight.

While driving, at various speeds, the engine stalled. The problem had been occurring for over 3 years. The vehicle was taken to the dealership numerous times but mechanic would replace different parts to the engine and also had the gasoline changed. The problem of stalling is still not resolved.

While driving at any speed and without warning the engine stalled. The consumer pulled to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed. The transmission also failed. It wouldn't shift properly from first gear to second gear.

While driving engine stalls without warning mechanic cannot locate problem with diagnostic equipment.

I own a 2001 Ford Escape XLT with approximately 22,500 miles. On two occasions, the engine has stalled while I was driving approximately 40mph.

My 2001 Ford Escape's engine has stalled numerous times over the past 3 months. The engine will stall when put in to drive, reverse, while idling or when stepping on the accelerator. This problem started when the car was under 2 years old. The Ford dealership I brought it to has tried 4 times to repair the vehicle with no success. They have replaced various parts; sensors, valves, etc. They also expressed to me that they do not know how to rectify this problem. I have 11 more months on my lease and have requested a replacement car under the lemon law, which they told me I do not quailify for because I have over 18,000 miles on the car. Obviously, the car is dangerous and unsafe to drive.

Consumer states vehicle will intermittenly stall without warning while driving. Vehicle is currently with dealer who is unable to determine cause. Related investigation ea 02-027/engine stalling. Ts.

Engine stalled twice while deaccelerating at about 30-40 mph. Dates: 10/3/02 and 11/14/02 so far. Took to dealer 10/16/02 but they found nothing. Have another appointment 11/21/02. Dt.

Engine stalled. Dt.

Engine stalled 3 times. Mr.

The engine has stalled three times over the last month. All at low speeds, usually turning into a driveway or parking lot. I see that you have opened a case on this (pe01-043). Just wondering if you have any additional information on this problem so that when I take it to the dealor, I can make sure that they know what the problem is and get it fixed. I am just afraid that I am going to walk into the dealor and they are going to look at me like I have 4 heads when I tell them of the problem. Reading on the internet, I see that alot of people are having this problem and it does not seem like Ford has any idea what is causing it. I am getting worried that this is going to start happening at higher speeds or in instances where it would be more dangerous. It also seems that many people are going back a 2nd and 3rd time becuase they are not getting the problem fixed the first time. I am worried that I will take it in a couple of times and then the problem reoccurs after my warrany has ended. What is my recourse then? any information that you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 10-25-02:consumer called back in to advised had vehicle serviced at a Ford dlrship in reference to TSB 2-11-06. Vehicle was repaired. 2 weeks later vehicle stalled again.

Consumer states on going problem with engine stalling while driving 35 mph. Vehicle been to the dealer and the problem is reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information. Mr.

Repeated problem. There have been 5 occurrences. It has been to the dealership 3 times. On each of these occurrences, the engine has stalled for no apparent reason causing loss of power braking and power steering. Most instances occurred while driving down a slight decline at approximately 40-45mph. On all three dealer assessments (two different dealerships), the problem could not be reproduced. The first time the base idle was adjusted. The second time a relay was replaced. The third time Ford corporate directed the dealership to install an idle air control. I expressed safetly concerns about loss of power steering and brakes to the dealership. But, since they were never able to reproduce the problem, they don't consider it a concern. There is still a great safety concern here.

When the vehicle is going 35-45mph under slight deceleration engine stalls out with no warning or hestitation of any kind. Vehicle immdediately restarts, but problem is sporadic. Dealer notified. Please add more information.

While driving at 35 mph the engine stalled out. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

Escape was in 4 times for gas smell-could not duplicate. Finally repaired but smell is coming back. Truck has not started repeatedly-been in to dealer-can not replicate problem. Engine stalled.

Engine stalled while driving approximately 25 to 40 mph on 27-Nov-2001 and 27-Jan-2002. Dealership examined vehicle for first incident, and was unable to determine a cause for problem. Vehicle has not been examined for second incident. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

Engine stalled losing all power while driving down road. This has occurred 4 times. Vehicle has been worked on by dealer to attempt to solve this problem all 4 times. Car must be pulled off of road (if possible) and restarted. The last time this occurred the car could not be pulled off of road and completely stopped on road. This is a very dangerous situation and someone is going to be hurt or killed if Ford cannot correct this problem.

The engine on my Ford Escape stalled while accelerating on the on-ramp to enter a highway, going approximately 60 mph. I have now discovered this is a common problem with Ford Escapes, and hope the manufacturer will take steps to correct it. It can be a very dangerous situation.

Engine stalled while driving around 35-40mph, avoiding rear-ending cars in front by evasively pulling off to side of road. Vehicle has stalled before and was taken into dealer. Dealer replaced fuel pump and ecm module relays at that time (2-3 months ago). However, vehicle stalled again tonight.

Engine stalls while traveling. Occurred once each in June, July, sept and oct. Presumed electrical short. Coast to roadside, come to complete stop, put in park, turn key and take off again. Last incident was shortly after exiting interstate highway - I can no longer operate this vehicle with any confidence.

On four occasions vehicle experienced engine stalling while driving at 35 mph or lower speed. Vehicle taken to dealer shop, and informed consumer that they were unable to duplicate the problem.

Engine has stalled four times in busy traffic in the past ten months. Dealer cannot duplicate problem.

My engine has stalled at low speeds several times over the past several months. This occurs most often when I'm decelerating or braking to prepare for stop. It happened twice at low speeds when I was not decelerating/braking. Engine starts up immediately following stalls.

Engine stalled while going downhill, power brakes and steering went out so very hard to control on an incline. Seems to be a common problem with the exact same situations with this vehicle.

Stalls occurred in traffic at 30 to 35 mph on decline while braking; engine stalled resulting in loss of power steering and power brakes. Managed to turn steering wheel with difficulty to coast off two lane highway to shoulder. Turned off ignition and waited 2-3 minutes. Restarted vehicle without problem and returned to dealer for servicing. I am afraid to drive vehicle since there is no warning of stall which has occurred in traffic where rear-ending by following vehicle could have occurred. Believe computer is defective and should be replaced on 2001 and 2002 Escapes. Dt.

While driving, engine stalled and oil light illuminated, consumer checked oil level and it was at the normal level.

Without warning the engine stalls going about 35 mph. All steering and braking became impossible. After car was pulled to side of the road, an attempt to start was made and it seemed normal. This happened at about 450 miles after purchase. Car taken to dealer who was unable to duplicate problem and had no additional information. The second occurrence has just happened at about 11500 miles (about 11 months old). The circumstances were the same - 35mph, all sterring and braking impossible. The car was able to be restarted after a few minutes. Dealer has been notified again and service is scheduled. Both occurrences have no warnings prior to the engine stall. The situation is extremely dangerous.

The engine stalled again in September of 2001. I was going approximately 25mph when it stalled and had to pull the emergency brake to get the vehicle to stop. The vehicle went sideways and the vehicle behind barely avoided hitting me. The dealership again told me that they could not determine what was wrong with the vehicle. I then contacted Fords customer service center and was told that they had not had any problems of this nature reported and that if the dealership could not determine what the problem was, there was nothing that could be done. This is a very serious problem. I was extremely lucky that I was not hit either time.

Issue of engine stalling has happened for the fourth time. Indications are loss of power steering, gas, and breaks. No sounds to indicate failer. Check engine, oil, and battery lights come on. When vehicle hood is lifted one can hear an audible sound of electric current. When the key is turned off and on again vehicle starts promptly. Situation occurs when driving down a hill at approximatly 35 - 45 mph. For me they have all been damp or rainy days.