Paint Problems of Ford Escape - part 2

Ford Escape owners have reported 41 problems related to paint (under the structure category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the Escape.

36 Paint problem of the 2003 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 06/01/2008

Paint peeling in several spot on 2003 Ford Escape.

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37 Paint problem of the 2003 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 10/01/2007

I have a 2003 Ford Escape XLT,white in color and currently have a problem with the paint blistering and peeling on the rear hatch below the window both sides. Additionally, the paint peeling has started under passenger side rear cargo window. I visited a local Ford dealership and they denied it as a defect. Out of warranty. I have had four autobody shops tell me $600. 00 to a $1000. 00 to repaint. "the problem is factory primer problem" and should expect to see more peeling if not repainted soon.

38 Paint problem of the 2003 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 06/10/2007

Paint blistering and peeling above the windshield on roof.

39 Paint problem of the 2003 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 04/20/2007

My problem is not mechanical but rather "physical". The paint has been peeling off the roof and hatch of my 2003 ash-colored Ford Escape limited since 2007. After reading others' blogs I am aware that I am not alone by any means. I purchased the SUV for it's nice appearance and color. I wish I'd known beforehand that this was going to happen, otherwise I would never have purchased a Ford. Apparently Ford is doing absolutely nothing about the problem. Is there anything you can do to help us? can't Ford be forced into a recall for this? these vehicles aren't cheap!! please help.

40 Paint problem of the 2003 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 12/20/2006

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Escape. Three months after the vehicle was purchased, the contact noticed a block of paint chipping off of the hood. Weeks later, the condition became progressively worse. The paint began bubbling and chipping excessively. When the contact attempts to wash the vehicle the paint will come off. She is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 74,000 and current mileage is 100,000. Update 06/10/08 updated 06/10/08.

41 Paint problem of the 2001 Ford Escape

Failure Date: 09/02/2003

Paint peeling of the hood of wife's 2001 Ford Escape. Body shop manager of wayne acres Ford in wpb FL evaluated and states " the finish is coming off and looks like it may be a factory problem. " he also stated that the dealer will only pay 70 % of the repair cost since the vehicle warranty has expired. Why should I have to pay anything if the damage is not my fault ?.

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