Six problems related to transmission gear slipping have been reported for the 2011 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2011 Escape.
While slowing to come to a complete stop in a turning lane behind two other vehicles, the subject vehicle's transmission slipped from gear and disengaged the engine. When the vehicles transmission reengaged the engines remaining torque not yet displaced, the vehicle lunged forward causing a lose of control and the brakes to lock up from attempting the braking action already taking place. The subject vehicle had previously been in the dealerships service dept. To have its transmission that previously and completely burnt its clutches out at only 14,775 miles driven. The symptoms of the transmission burning the clutches out was presenting itself in an increasing manner from around 5,000 miles. The newly rebuilt transmission failed at only 21,150 miles at the time of the total loss incident.
Transmission slips after cold start.
Transmission slips twice and jerks forward when first driven cold. . . . . . . . . Very dangerious when entering a bussy highway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Took to palm springs motors 3 times and the dproblems was never solved. . . . . . . . . . . They told me that they could not solve the problem and to drive it untill it breaks down and then they could tell what the problem is. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This is unacceptable and needs to be taken care by Ford ASAP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The contact owns a 2011 Ford edge. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate, the transmission slipped and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle was placed in park and the traction sensor warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that after closing the driver's side door, the door ajar warning light remained illuminated. As a result, the overhead light stayed illuminated causing the battery to lose power. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 18,500. The current mileage was 19,000.
When slowing down at about 20-25 mph, car jerks like transmission is trying to slip from 2nd to 1st gear. Has been like this for over two years. Most readings on 'net suggests software issues but not many owners have found satisfaction with the updates and appear to have to pay for them. .
Last year I purchased a 2011 Ford Escape and have been completely dissatisfied with my purchase. The selling dealer, tower Ford in great neck, new york has done absolutely nothing to help me rectify my serious complaint and concerns with my vehicle. One of my biggest concerns is that the transmission slips, the accelerator pedal sticks, the brakes are very low, and a swishing liquid noise is heard in the fuel tank when stopping, the right side rear passenger door squeaks, and the center console is loose. I've brought my truck back to this dealer many times and all I receive is that they can not verify my complaint and concerns. I am concerned for my family and my safety. Any help would be appreciated.