Two problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2003 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2003 Escape.
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Escape. The contact stated that there was a loud abnormal noise heard as the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the lower control arm became detached from the sub frame, which had extensive corrosion. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the lower control arm, the sub frame and the cv joint needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v165000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 230,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v165000 (suspension-lower control arm regional) and taken to the dealer for repairs. The dealer confirmed there were rust holes on the surface of the frame and made an interim repair which included attaching a cross member and support bar to the subframe(?). The contact stated that shortly after the recall repairs, the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal popping noise from the front end. The contact was traveling approximately 25 mph and attempting to complete a turn when a loud, popping sound was heard. The lower control arm had become detached from the subframe on the front passengers side. The vehicle began to shake violently and the contact was not able to control the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the entire subframe needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure multiple times. The approximate failure mileage was 121,716. Dyd.