Frame And Members Problems of Ford Escape - part 2

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the rear passenger side wheel well was completely rusted. The contact stated that there was a hole in the wheel well. In addition, whenever the contact traveled over a road bump, there was a loud bang from the rear of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was determined to be unfit to drive. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the dealer deemed the vehicle unfit to drive because the strut and wheel well were detached from the vehicle. The dealer stated that it was only a matter of time before the rear passenger side wheel would detach from the vehicle. The current mileage was 97,000. Kmj the consumer stated while driving, he hit a large pot hole, and then he heard a huge bang from the rear of the vehicle. He thought nothing of it, so as he continued to drive, the noise became worse. When he arrived home, he opened the compartment and found the inside was damp with water. Upon further inspection, he noticed he could see through the inside of the vehicle into the street through a newly formed hole in the passenger rear wheel well. The crack started at the rear of the tire well to about the middle of the tire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but Ford didn't want to claim any responsibility. The rust was in an area that nobody noticed, as it was behind the sealer that was out in the tire wells of vehicles in the northcast. Ford inspected the vehicle, and informed the consumer, it was not safe to drive, as the suspension was compromised. The strut was very loose and he witnessed the crack get even bigger, as he tried to drive it back from the dealer. Also, the consumer had problems with the reverse lights flickering on and off. When he took the vehicle to the dealer, he was informed a new switch was needed. He declined the replacement. The consumer believed that may have been a symptom of the rust and the wires getting wet. Updated 12/04/13.

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The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph the lower control arm detached from the vehicle and the front passenger side wheel pointed sideways, causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who stated that the failure was due to corrosion. As a result, the front subframe assembly and the lower control arms needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance because the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 78,000.

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Bought my vehicle in January of 2010, complained of noise in front end, had it to the dealership that I purchased it from two diffenent times for this issue, and within 5 months, the frame busted through in front on passanger side. The vehicle only has 82,000 miles on it and my major complaint is that it was in the garage and they inspected the noise changed parts on that side and there was absolutely no mention of the frame being compromised, and there is no way they should not have seen that there is a complete break in the frame . Every mechanic I called cant believe it. Now I have a vehicle that is totaled and three years to pay on it. I also had a yearly inspection just two months previously. Is there a recall on the frame of this type of vehicle? I am fortunate that the frame busted while mydaughter was making a turn and not driving 55mph as she was just previously or with my beatifule 2 grandchildren in the vehcile. I believe she Escaped death. This vehicle is my primary vehicle of which I drive my grandchildren and others children to games. This could have been a devasting outcome. I appreciate you looking into the frame work and conduct of the dealership for this 2001 Ford Escape with only 80,000 miles.

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The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance where the dealer located severe corrosion at the vehicle under-body, muffler and differential system. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty therefore they would not assist with the repair. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 76,000. Updated 01/06/11. Updated 02/07/11.

The straps which hold up the gas tank on my 2002 Ford Escape are rusted and have snapped in half due to severe corrosion. The front strap is just hanging there. Ford said there is no recall.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. He heard a noise in the rear of the vehicle and when he examined the bumper he noticed that the base was loose, the bracket was broken, and it was made of aluminum. The dealer stated that the entire frame needed to be replaced at the cost of $1,200. 00. The failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.

Cracked cross member on sub-frame that hold rear wheels on. . Bad weld.

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The contact owns a 2006 Ford Escape. In very cold temperature, the vehicle seized and the wheels would not move upon acceleration. The steering column was in a straight position and the vehicle moved in reverse, but not in a straight line. While the vehicle was being towed to the dealer, the tow rings slipped and detached from the tow rod, which proceeded to pull the frame from the vehicle. The dealer stated that the bolts were defective and sheared off the vehicle, which caused damage to the frame. Prior to the failure, the contact filed a complaint regarding the vehicle's failure to start in cold weather. The failure and current mileages were 41,000. Updated 3/24/09 the consumer stated her vehicle came equipped with a tow hitch and tow supports that should be recalled because it was defective. The bolts broke away from the frame support when the vehicle was being pulled out of a snow embankment. Updated 03/27/09.

I purchased a Ford Escape 2003 on July 2008. Last month I noticed the leather interior loosened from all four doors. I would like to know is this a factory defect.

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