Ignition Switch problems of the 2008 Ford Escape

I have been having problems with the ignition switch for a few months . At times my car wont start. Everything comes on. It feels very loose and having to push in the key and turn is very difficult and hurts my hand. Plus the alarm button gets pressed when I turn the key. . I have to turn key on and off while pushing key into ignition several times and pray that it will crank. I have had no other issues or repairs that are needed. I now have my car in the shop to replace the ignition lock assembly I have an estimate of $400 for this repair. I have heard this is a common repair for this part on the vehicle I own.

Took my car in for a basic oil change the dealer informed me that there was a recall on my vehicle concerning the steering. They proceeded to correct whatever recall needed. Upon retrieving the vehicle back I had a hard time turning my key to start the car. I informed the dealership and they informed me that "I must press very hard jam it in there to start it" now a year later the car would not turn over had to have it towed to the dealership and was informed that the ignition switch was bad and was going to cost me $700 to repair. I have researched and found many 2008 Ford Escapes with the same problem my understanding was that this was a recall. Now I am stuck without my vehicle unless I pay the money for the vehicle that apparently has been an issue.

Ignition switch not allowing cranking during engaging. Switch feels unsecured. Also difficult to insert key . This is a constant ongoing problem . Mileage is 85,xxx .

Ignition switch will stop working and become loose, which will prevent the vehicle from starting while stationary.

While driving there is a loss of power steering assist at various speeds on city streets and highways going stright and sometimes during a turn, the vehicle is difficult too steer, the engine remains operational however the instrument cluster goes into test mode where all the indicator lights come on and the tachometer and speedometer go to zero usually within 5-10 seconds it goes back to normal or the vehicle ignition switch has to be turned off and restarted and the vehicle is normal from a few minuets to a few days and then the event may return. This similar to NHTSA campaign # 14v264000. However this vehicles was manufactured in may 2008 and its VIN #, per Ford, was not included in that recall which started August 2006 through September 2010.

Key ignition switch is difficult to work. Ford told me to punch the key in hard then turn, which works most of the time. I've read where is a common problem with lots of owners. To fix the problem, Ford says it will cost between $800. 00 - $1000. 00, but that it may happen again. No guarantee. Since this problem is so prevalent, why no recall to fix this common problem.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to turn correctly to start the engine. The engine was able to start after several attempts, but eventually failed permanently. The vehicle was taken to the manufacturer where it was diagnosed and repaired. The failure reccured after the repair. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 44,000.

The ignition switch has been replaced once and now the problem is starting again the key just turns and car doesn't turn over and it beeps because you cannot put key in right position.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While the vehicle was parked, the vehicle would not start after multiple attempts. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed as a flinge that connects to the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

I am having trouble with my 2008 Ford Escape the ignition switch won't start my car. Since about 6 months ago I have to keep pushing my key in further and further to try to get my car to start. Sometimes it take 10-15 min before I can actually get it started. Reading comments about the car this is a major issue and there should be a recall done.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the power steering failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the ignition switch and ignition cylinder needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 93,000.