Structure Problems of Ford Escape

Ford Escape owners have reported 2,234 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 21 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (1,648 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (139 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Ford Escape

The Body problem

In my Ford 2020 Escape hybrid titanium awd car, sunroof shade got misaligned and not closing anymore, resulting in more heat flowing into the car creating impacts inside. Also, as per others comments and online forums, there is a chance that this shade would fall on the passengers during the drive   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to open the sunroof, the interior sunshade would opened however would not retract closed as intended.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the driver’s side front door made a popping sound whenever the door was left in certain positions while open. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed a possible issue with the welding.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

Available for inspection upon request. Front sub- frame rusted in 2 on right lower side. Right lower control arm bushing pulled out of arm. Driving on highway car without warning jerked off the road. Could have killed everyone in the car had it collided with anything.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the abs sensor lights was illuminated. Additionally, the engine block was previously replaced and there were unknown failures with the windshield wipers and windows operating previously.   Read details...




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