Ignition problems of the 2001 Ford Escape

I noticed a 2001 Ford Escape with a brake hissing problem at 74k I have the same problem at 40k. I've had so many problems with this car that I am considering not to ever by a Ford vehicle again. They should have recalls on these so the consumer does not have to pay for their mistakes.

I was unable to turn the key in the ignition of my 2001 Ford Escape. The steering wheel was also locked. I had to have a locksmith come to start it. The locksmith said there have been many similar problems with all Ford ignitions. I had the ignition cylinder replaced at the Ford dealership. The dealer said he was unaware of any problems related to ignitions in the Escape. I learned from a focus owner that the focus cars had been recalled in late 2000/early 2001 for this same problem. I later learned by calling another Ford dealership that the same part is used for both the focus and the Escape. Why haven't the Escapes been recalled?.

Ignition lock cylinder would not turn. Ithad to be replaced by a mechanic. It was replaced under warranty, however, it is said to be a reoccuring problem per brady, TX Ford dealership. This problem causes the occupant to become stranded; making them a hazard on the road. Please recall others to avoid this problem in the future.

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that a sensor needed to be replaced. Mechanic replaced the sensor, but problem recurred.

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle but was unable to do so. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was not able to resolve the problem.

Car completely shuts off while driving. There is no warning or symptom that an occurrence is going to happen. This shutdown occurs while vehicle is moving and at varying speeds. This problem seems to be electrical in nature and probrably associated with some ignition componet.

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning vehicle will stall and will not restart.

Engine stall - adding my incident to the list - driving to work this morning on interstate-35, travelling about 40+ mph. Realized brakes were not engaging as I was quickly approaching the car in front of me, then realized oil light and engine light were on and no response to increased gas pedal pressure on rpm gauge to try to move car out of lane. Luckily happened to be in far left lane and had just enough room to coast over to shoulder and apply parking brake to stop. Removed keys, reinserted and car started right up. This is the first occurrence - however I peruse the NHTSA sight occasionally and remembered reading about this situation from a few years ago. I have not contacted the dealer yet - wanted to review this sight first to see if any action has been taken yet - apparently not. Thank god a guardian angel was on my shoulder this morning.

I filled out a complaint and the # was confirmation number (odi number) 10019115. I had stuck wrong mileage down the mileage is 38000 not 80000.

My Escape will start and then stall or when letting off the gas it will stall while going around bends or just going down the road. It is very on safe because when going around bends and it stalls you can't do anything. It has happen over 20 times now, and it happens with no warning and when ever it wants to.

Stalls when slightly hitting brake to handle a curve, has also happened in parking lots when slowing down to turn and park. Incident has happened 7-8 times.

While drving steering wheel locked up and then vehicle stalled, almost causing an accident. Vehicle was checked by dealer, who advised consumet that they could not find any problem.

Has stalled while driving at about 35mph. This has happened four times in the last four months . When I questioned the dealer about the problem I was told that this was because the gas in the car was still winter grade and it would clear up. However this happened for the fourth time about three weeks ago. This is my wifes car, and this is very scary for her. She never knows when it will happen again, it just stalls out while she is in motion. I.

Car electrical, steering and brakes cut off driving at 35-40 mph on curvy road. Just bought the car used 2 days ago. First time this has happened. Now that ive looked at this site, seems many people have this problem. Going to dealer tommorow. We like the car, but we're afraid we have ourselves a lemon. I hope the dealer/Ford will fix this problem and stand behind their product.

Ford Escape 2001 stalled on my wife as she drove home. The power went out in the car and she barely had the power to stop the vehicle since the brakes were out. This has historically been a problem with Ford (recently settled case with other Ford vehicles) where stalling cause many (66%) fatalities. This problem has happened to 3 others that we know of. Ford is aware of the problem (per cust. Serv. Mgr-patrick dorrington) but are not buying us out of our deal since the problem only happened once. My wife is 4 months pregnant and with 2/3rds of Ford stalling events ending in death she is never driving this car again. Any help with this problem would be appreciated.

Engine stalling, intermittent, unpredictable. During various times, days and circumstances. Since 09/25/01 till last time was 12/01/03.

While the Escape is driving at no particular speed, the steering wheel tugs a little then it locks completely up, then the brakes fail, the engine light comes on and the only way to get the car to stop is to use the emergency brake. My Escape has done this three times since I bought it in may of this year. Two of the incidents almost resulted in car accidents because the car can not be steered. The car totally freezes up with all engines lights coming on. The speed doesn't seem to be a factor. All three occassions my cd player has been on, the air has been on low and my lights have been on. After the car finally stops by using the emergengy brake, I shut everything off and it starts right back up again.

The engine died twice while being driven resulting in loss of power to the steering and brakes. In both cases, the vehicle was going down a slight grade at 30-35 mph, my foot was off the accelerator. There was no advanced indication that there was an ignition problem. Following the first incident (5,400 miles) the dealer checked it our and said there were no codes indicating any faults. The second time (12,350 miles) the same dealer called the Ford hotline and was advised to replace the iac valve and pcv hose. Thus far, the vehicle has not failed but I do not have complete confidence in the repairs. In both cases, I called the Ford customer hotline and lodged a complaint. This is very serious and could result in death or injuries. I have heard of other Escape drivers with the same problem.

Ignition failed.

Car won't start.

Vehicle lost electical power, including ignition while traveling at 65 mph. If the vehicle had been in the passing lane or in a tunnel upcoming in 35 miles, the accident would have been very serious and very likely catastrophic. Vehicle was towed 100 miles to gibbons Ford. It remains there as of 9 Jan 01.

Engine has shut off 3 times while driving, since car bought 6 weeks ago. Always on hilly, curvey roads, doing 35-40 mph, coasting and braking lightly. Check engine light comes on. Power steering and brakes go. Have to muscle car to roadside. Turning off key and restarting seems to work. Have also put in neutral, turned key off and restarted, shifting back into drive. Been to dealer once last week for problem. They could not detect or recreate. Dealer contacted Ford hot-line, who made suggestions, to no avail. Dealer says they nor Ford have heard of this problem. Hard to believe this. Have spoken with Ford customer service twice, sympathetic reaction but with no advice or solution. Happened again yesterday. Car back to dealer now for week while on vacation. Very afraid I'm going to kill myself or someone else in accident. Expressed concerns to dealer and Ford. There are 16 like complaints on NHTSA sight. Is anything being done?.

While driving at any speed vehicle completely shutdown without warning , causing loss of power brakes and steering control, nearly causing a collision. Dealer replaced engine which has not corrected the problem. Please give any further details.

Engine check light keeps coming on and stays on. Dealer has attempted to fix defect 5 times, but cannot fix defect even after replacing computer and within emmission control device sparts.