Table 1 shows one common hybrid propulsion system related problems of the 2020 Ford Escape.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hybrid Propulsion System problems |
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle his key fob would not unlock the door. The contact used his toothed key to start the vehicle, there was no battery power, the engine was not cranking nor were the dash lights illuminating. The contact jump started the vehicle and was able to start the engine. The contact stated that the failure became a reoccurring failure. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the connectors between the battery, the power train control module (pcm), and also the vehicle battery needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the connectors had been found to be wet due to severe weather in the area prior to the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.