2014 FORD ESCAPE Complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a whining type noise was present coming from the transmission, the vehicle would not properly accelerate when pressing the accelerator pedal, and the message "Service Transmission" was displayed. The cause of the failures was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the low coolant level warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that coolant was added approximately every 7 days. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and repaired; however, the contact was unaware of the diagnostic result or what repair was performed. The contact stated that the failure recurred 9-months after the repair. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer who was unable to determine the cause or location of a coolant leak. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 141,721.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the coolant warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that the cylinder head was cracked, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that on two occasions while driving at approximately 35 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the message " Coolant Low - Stop Vehicle" was displayed. The contact added coolant to the coolant reservoir and the vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was parked, and the contact observed condensation underneath the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was then diagnosed using a handheld diagnostic machine and the contact was notified to check the coolant. The contact had a mechanic friend to remove the coolant reservoir and became aware there were holes on the bottom of the coolant reservoir. The coolant reservoir was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that coolant had leaked onto the spark plugs, causing an engine misfire. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The contact researched and became aware of TSB: 22-2229. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,615.

During an oil change, the technician discovered 14 of the 20 lug nuts had swelled and needed replacement for a 2014 Ford Escape. The cost was $110. The service manager stated the technician would not put the old lug nuts on the vehicle since it was a safety issue. He said the nuts could not be removed with the lug wrench which comes with the vehicle and there is potential for the nuts to crack. He said Ford is aware of the problem and the cause is defective lugs especially in an environment where salt and brine solutions are used for snow and ice control. We live in Wisconsin. He suggested searching the Internet for the problem. I searched the Internet and found a large amount of complaints related to Ford Escapes and other Ford models.

Coolant fluid is leaking into engine cylinder #3. Yes, the vehicle would be available for inspection upon request. The coolant leak can cause the car can overheat, leading to a loss of power, poor performance, and potential engine damage An engine coolant system pressurized diagnostic test was performed by Stuckey Ford in Bellefonte, PA. I will have the report from this test when I pick up the car from the shop. Previous owner stated that one of the spark plugs needed to be changed, but did not disclose engine coolant leak. After purchasing, an indicator light came on stating that the coolant level was low. We have been adding coolant as needed.

My 2014 Ford Escape had run into coolant fluid issues such as leaking fluid and a cylinder misfire. Took it to a Ford dealership where they stated the only option for a fix was a replacement of the long block assembly. My car has just about 72,000 miles on it and it already needs an engine replacement due to coolant intrusion and the Ford dealership cited codes P0303, P0316, and P1299. These are codes that are referenced to Ford's recall of engines on Ford Escapes in the years 2017-2019, and it states it applies to Ford Escapes built from late 2015 to 2019. The 2014 Ford Escape experienced an unfixable engine failure that requires the customer to pay for replacement when Ford should be the one paying for damages. It is clear that their coolant intrusion failure affected more years of production that NHTSA has previously found. There is no reason a care with regular service should have its engine fail at 72,000 miles, and the driver shouldn't be shouldering the cost when this specific issue and PCM codes is commonplace among Ford Escape engines outside of the recalled production years of 2015-2019, or even limiting the recall to 2017-2019. Whoever decided to limit which production years applied to the engine coolant recall made a mistake and it needs to be revisited because Ford customers are being forced to pay for Ford's poor design failures.

Hello, I'm writing to see if the Ecoboost lawsuits also include 2014 Ford Escapes? Mine cut off on me while on the highway Saturday (XXX). The Engine failed while driving, no light or warning. This is even after me dishing out a little over $8k in 2021 when I purchased it used from Bommarito Ford in St. Louis. I had transmission/engine issues from the start. When the car stopped on me a few folks that work on cars pulled over to see if they could assist. They all said the same thing... that the engine was done... oil was everywhere. They kept asking if it overheated but my gage always stayed between C and H. No lights or warnings ever. It was horrifying to be going about 60 mph to hear something break and lose power without warning. I'm grateful no accident was caused while I merged over to the exit ramp shoulder. I had the car towed back to my apartment while I try to figure out how to get the engine repaired. I'm currently re-starting after a very messy divorce so I do not have extra funds laying around to have a new engine installed. Currently in Chapter 13 due to issues with the divorce. Now I'm catching the bus and I'm still dealing with his stalking/harassment. I've been told my additional warranty ended in June of 2023. I contacted Ford and they told me I would need to have their dealer look at the car which will be towing plus the $250 fee. But that my car type is not included in the class action. The dealer said the same, but I do have an ecoboost engine and have been having issues with the engine/transmission since I purchased it in 2021. Do you know how I could add my name to the Class Action? Thanks, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH, while preparing to make a left turn at an intersection, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.