Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2012 Ford Escape

Table 1 shows five common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2012 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate lock (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Escape


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2012 Ford Escape

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the front driver side door opened independently without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated that the door locked once it was at the residence, but the failure recurred.   Read details...

The Tailgate Lock problem

Warning on the dash panel intermittently says lift gate/back glass is ajar even though it is closed. This causes the interior lights to turn on and off. I believe this is due to a manufacturer defect in the gasket that allows water/condensation to seep into the lift gate and cause corrosion of the   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. While driving 65 mph, the hood opened and blocked the contact's vision. There were no warning indicators illuminated before the failure. The vehicle was driven to the contact's home.   Read details...


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