Ignition Switch problems of the 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid

1. The events leading up to the failure - outside cold temperature. 2. The failure, how often it occurs, its consequences - the key is very difficult to disengage from the ignition without significant fiddling. It occurs every time the outside temperature drops to around 40 degrees (f) or lower. The consequences are (1) that the vehicle may slip into gear, roll anywhere and cause an accident if the key is left in the ignition. There is also the heightened possibility of vehicle theft and/or a broken key. 3. What was done to correct the failure; I. E, parts repaired or replaced (and if old part is available) - I contacted Ford via e-mail and their response was to take it to the dealer. . Read more...