One problem related to engine oil/lubrication seals/gaskets has been reported for the 2017 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2017 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2017 Escape.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at 15-20 mph, a warning message appeared stating "pull over, engine overheating" and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with the head gasket leaking but was not repaired. The contact stated the failure reoccurred a month ago while driving. The same warning message appeared. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer, then towed to a larry h. Miller Ford lakewood (11595 w 6th Ave, lakewood, CO 8021) as requested by the manufacturer. The contact stated the dealer diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced per a TSB. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but declined to cover the repair though the vehicle had an extended warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.