2013 FORD ESCAPE Complaints

Several times over the past month upon starting my 2013 Ford Escape the following warning message appears: " power steering assist " fault, and my steering wheel locks. I believe there was a recall on this same issue with other Ford's but I searched the recall list with my VIN number and a recall does not exist for my 2013. This is a severe safety issue and will cost me thousands of dollars to replace.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive coolant consumption. The coolant temperature warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion in the engine. The mechanics determined that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine misfired while the vehicle was being driven on a hill. In addition, the check engine and low coolant warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with coolant leak into the cylinder. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, white smoke was coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that coolant was leaking into the engine compartment and evaporating, causing the white smoke. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related the failure with the NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V431000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Escape shut itself down in middle of busy interstate with no warning almost causing a accident. Something needs done before someone gets killed.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle inadvertently stalled and failed to restart, requiring the contact to tow the vehicle to the residence. Upon attempting to jumpstart the vehicle, the vehicle had electrical power but failed to start. The message "Transmission Not in Park" was displayed. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Coolant leak into engine block. Coolant needs to be topped off weekly to avoid overheating. No loss of coolant on the exterior of cooling system

Vehicle overheated and displayed check engine light and overheating was towed to body shop was fixed Overheated 2hours later and was towed back Overheated the next day and was towed where they say nothing is wrong

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a low coolant service engine soon message was displayed. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who advised the contact that there was a leak coming from a hose. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic and repaired again. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was a message stating: “Excessive Engine Temperature – Turn off Engine; and Park Safely”. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the mechanic found coolant fluid on top of the engine and cooling system hoses leaking. The independent mechanic advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V551000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

MAP sensor, Oxygen sensor issues. Engine fault service light keeps coming back on once the problem get repaired.