Table 1 shows 17 common power train related problems of the 2008 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (147 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission fluid leaking (69 problems).
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the powertrain malfunction warning light and the abs warning light were illuminated. The driver was able to pull over, the battery was disconnected and reconnected, and the contact was able to continue driving. Read details...
Automatic transmission- after starting torque growls, when I put it in any gear it hesitates then lurches so much the tires squeal, & sounds,feels like something in the rear of SUV is going to fall apart . Also when this happens it's scaring other drivers and pedestrians. Read details...
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the transmission would need replacing. The manufacturer was not contacted. Read details...