Power Train Related Problems of the 2008 Ford Escape

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 (146 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission fluid leaking (69 problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2008 Ford Escape

The Power Train problem

Hazard flashers turn on by themselves any rime night or day even while driving. Transmission oil cooler leaks. Transmission shift lever bushing in shift cable broke [ thankfully while not on the road ] this car only has 25,000 miles on it   Read details...

The Transmission Fluid Leaking problem

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 Automatic Transmission problem

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...


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Escape Service Bulletins
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