Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the ABS module system failed and the ABS warning light illuminated sporadically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who ran a diagnostic test and stated that the ABS, vehicle speed control, brake lamps and switches failed because the ABS module was not working. The vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock: control unit/module) however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact that there was an open manufacturer's recall on the vehicle but the parts needed for repairs were not yet available. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 105,000 and the current mileage was 170,000.
2001 Ford Escape brakes complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock:control unit/module). An authorized dealer was notified on four occasions and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to remedy the failure were not available. The dealer was not able to provide a time frame as to when the parts would become available. The manufacturer was also notified and stated that the parts were not available. The failure mileage was 51,829. Updated 05/31/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock:control unit/module) but was unable to have the vehicle repaired because the dealer did not have the necessary parts available. The contact stated that the situation was an inconvenience and he was concerned because the recall notification advised him not to drive the vehicle due to the potential of a fire occurring. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 102,000. Updated 05/10/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact received the recall notice associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). An authorized dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to repair the vehicle would not be available until august 2012. The manufacturer was then notified, but denied any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 75,000. Updated 05/10/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). An authorized dealer was notified on two occasions and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to remedy the failure were not available. The manufacturer was also notified and they were unable to provide a schedule as to when the parts would become available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 114,000 and the current mileage was 117,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module) and contacted the dealer to make an appointment but was advised that the parts needed for the repair were not available. The manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned because the recall letter stated that the vehicle could possibly catch fire and the ABS brake warning light could illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the ABS brake warning light was illuminated in the vehicle and the time frame in which the vehicle could be repaired had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The failure and the current mileage was 195,406. Updated 5/11/12
Inadvertent activation of ABS system while braking due to cracked ABS tone ring on r passenger side. Device failed secondary to rusting components; repair cost ~$200 at trusted mechanic. Quick internet search reveals hundreds of complaints for this issue for similar cars at any mileage. This defect does not impact ability to stop; however, when braking you get a brake/release cycle which feels like the brakes are failing. Eventually, the ABS computer recognizes the error, the ABS light illuminates, and ABS system is disabled, resuming normal braking activity.
2001 ford escape. Consumer writes in regards to recall letter received. Consumer is concerned that vehicle will catch fire *tgw the consumer stated she could smell a burning odor inside and outside of the vehicle.
The tone ring on the driver side of my car, which is part of the ABS system, cracked. This apparently is a very common problem with serious consequences. This break, which usually disables the ABS system, did not register on my car's computer system.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). The contact stated that the recall advised that the contact not drive until the parts for the recall repair were available. The contact spoke with the dealer and was advised that the parts would not become available until the second quarter of the year. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. The current mileage was 51,781.
About four months my 2001 ford escape has been putting off this strong odor, so bad I am afraid to drive it. My safety brake light will not turn off, even when it is not in use. Over the last 3 months, I have paid to have my car engine looked at -spark plugs, brakes and rotors replaced, hoping for positive results. Smell still remains. I have put money into getting this car fixed, I do realize its an older car, butt it's all I have and need it for transportation to work, due to the ABS recall I just received, I am afraid it's going to just burst into flames at any time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module ) however, the parts needed to complete the recall repairs were not readily available and would not become available until the second quarter of 2012. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact expressed significant concern of a potential safety hazard and having to wait so long to have the issue rectified. There had not been a failure related to the recall defect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). An authorized dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to remedy the failure would not be available until june of 2012. The contact also stated that the vehicle smelled as if rubber was melting. The manufacturer was then made aware of the failure and also stated that the parts would not be available until june. The failure mileage was 101,000.
My 2001 ford escape caught fire on july 20, 2011 due to a leak and a short in the ABS moduler. My insurance paid for everything except what caused the fire. I can not get ford to allow me to claim my out of pocket expense due to the fire. The cause of the fire is now a recall, at the time of the fire it was a service letter. Please help me recover the money due me. I don't understand how the insurance can file a claim, but I can't.
2001 ford escape felt like ABS was kicking in on ice. Felt pumping in pedal and poor braking. This has happened several times in past 2 weeks. Seem to happen most at speeds of 30-60 MPH. Almost reended another vehicle. Car was purchased 9/6/2011.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated the vehicle caught fire while parked in the garage. The fire was located on the wiring harness near the brake reservoir. The vehicle was not destroyed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated the ABS module caused the fire. The contact also found out prior to the fire a recall remedy was performed on the vehicle in november 2008, under the federal safety agency campaign id number:07v156000(service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). The manufacturer was notified. The failure and current mileages were 173,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact was driving approximately 30 MPH when the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact noticed an unusual odor coming from under the hood. The failure was ongoing for one month. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer for the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock:control unit/module) but was advised that his vehicle was not part of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 122,300 and the current mileage was 123,600.
Door locks are not unlocking properly. Contacted ford about problem and they informed moe to put grease on it this did not work. Ford escape tries to quite while running. Replaced hoses and plugs and problems still going on. Ford escape does not want to stop properly with new brakes or brakes that are only 10 to 20 percent worn. Also leaks brake fluid have been unable to locate leak on escape.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the residence garage, he smelled an odor of burning wires. Also, the contact noticed smoke emitting from under the hood and intense sparks from the ABS module as a result of the melting wiring harness. There were no flames. The emergency brake and ABS warning indicators illuminated two weeks prior to the failure. The ABS module was disconnected and the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. There was a recall 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock: control unit/module) related to the failure; the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
During my recent travel, my 2001 ford escape had a small fire burning the ABS wiring while parked in the garage. The anti-lock control unit/module had a recall back in 2007, 07s51, and in 2008 the module was inspected. I brought the car into the same dealer that did the inspection once I realized what had recently happened to see if the recall would be honored, regardless of the inspection. I was told that the recall had been taken care of by the inspection, and there was nothing the dealer could do, unless they sold me a $2,000 part. I called ford customer relations to inform them of my situation, and received the same response, "there is nothing that they can do to honor the recall". My main concern is my safety, and I could have been injured or my house could have caught fire. I am disturbed in the response by ford regarding my safety and lack of assistance at the corporate level. I feel that ford has a responsibility to its customers to insure safety, but did not receive that assurance. Regardless of the cause of the damage to the ABS wiring, due to a faulty part my safety was at high risk. This is the first time I have had anything major occur with this vehicle, and have been fortunate of the vehicle's superb performance. I feel that the inspection "solution" of the recall did not prevent the wiring to catch fire, and should have been replaced either at the time of the recall or after the fire.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford escape xlt. The contact stated that the ABS light illuminated and the ABS module and wiring harness melted. The federal safety agency recall campaign number 07v156000 was repaired which was related to the ABS module and wiring harness. The recall could potentially cause a fire to occur. The manufacturer stated that they were aware that the dealer did not repairs the vehicle correctly; however, they would not offer any assistance with the modules that burned after the faulty repairs were completed. The failure mileage and current mileages were 162000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford escape xlt. The contact stated that the ABS module was repaired in 2007; however, the repair did not correct the failure. The ABS light continued to illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic twice for the failure who stated that the ABS module wires were corroded. The manufacturer stated that since the vehicle was repaired they would not provide any assistance since the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was not available. The current mileage was 107,000.
I have a 2001 ford escape. While staying at a hotel on vacation in marfa, tx, I was awakened by my car alarm going of at approximately 5:30 am on may 12, 2010. When I went outside to turn it off, I found smoke pouring out from under the hood. Our neighbor called 911, and the car continued to smoke until the fire department arrived. As the fire dept. Was inspecting the car, flames did appear from the ABS wiring harness and module. The fire was extinguished quickly and damage was confined to the ABS harness and module. I had received a recall notice for the ABS harness a couple of years ago, and took my car to a dealership in austin to have the necessary work performed. That work was performed on august 6, 2008. When I contacted ford to let them know that my car had caught fire even though the recall was performed, they informed me that their records showed that the ABS harness on my car was inspected and it was determined that it did not need to be replaced. As of may 16, 2010, my car is still at a ford dealership in fort stockton, tx and I am at home in austin waiting to hear from ford's office of general council.
The right front brake hose blew out which caused instant loss of braking to all 4 wheels
Driving 2001 ford escape, v-6, 3.0l. At intersection brakes failed and could not stop vehicle. Parked vehicle at nearest possible location and found brake hose leading to passenger side front brake caliper had cracked allowing fluid to leak out and release pressure from the braking system.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. While driving approximately 65 MPH the "brake" warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. There was pressure applied to the brake pedal, followed by a low power response. Also there was brake fluid leakage. The failures progressed over a period of time. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The vehicle identification number was excluded from recall campaign id number 07e023000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder). No repairs were made. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was 97,000.
Just to put a little update on my posting, we were cussed out by the dealership and after the dealer told us to bring the truck in, which we did on our own expense not theirs we had it towed there, the mechanic that was supposed to inspect it told us to'!@#$% off and made us leave. So we contacted the actual owner of the dealership and he called the dealer, dealer called us back and cussed us out for going above his head and told us if we wanted something done about the truck to contact a lawyer cause he isn't doing anything. Listen here ford,grow the '!@#$% up and start taking responsibility for your faults! Used or not your dealers are responsible for what they sell on their lot that has the potential to be life threatening! Ford should be the ones going under, now were stuck with a 5 thousand dollar piece of '!@#$%, we should have bought a chevy, atleast those are built to last, not a ford, all they are is a guaranteed place to sell unsafe junk! I hope this economy eats you alive, you might have gotten my family for the money, but in the end karma will get you! I read so many reports, we go to you to buy a safe and reliable vehicle, haha your company is a joke!!!!! I cant wait to sell or destroy this junk of a truck and get something that actually stops! Go chevy!! Atleast chevy fixed the actual problems when they got the bail out. They fixed the ABS problems. Anyone that has a ford better keep your eye on the ABS, tone rings and the ABS control module. There is an obvious recall that needs to be done on all of them and its a shame we can all see that yet they cant, all they are out for is number one, once they get the cash, you are out a car. I think we should all get together and form a lawsuit against them. One person is minute, however, a crowd is a big voice to be heard! And from what I see, there are plenty of people that have problems with this company! I drive 1970s trucks with less problem then the 2001 escape. Makin junk to get a quick dollar! Shame shame
We were heading home after getting our dinner, approached a stop light and applied the brakes, I then noticed the truck wasn't stopping and the brake pedal was stiff. I hit the brakes again, still nothing, again hit them as hard as I could, still nothing, so I swerved to miss the van infront of me and hit a telephone pole. We were going approximately 35 MPH and there was no signs of braking on pavement or braking on the grassy area leading up to the telephone pole. We haven't had problems like this before, our brakes would vibrate every once in a while when applied. This was the first time we've had complete loss of brakes. My fiance resulted in bruises on her face and back spasms. My one year old daughter was also in the car and had no injuries, however, it took us months to get her to be calm in the car. We ended up having to buy a new carseat after just purchasing a few months before and I received a failure to control citation. I contacted ford and they put my complaint into ford legal group. I was upset because none of the airbags went off, had I been five more minutes down the road we would have been in a 55 MPH zone. I was furious that the dealership sold me this vehicle after swearing up and down that it was one of the safest on their lot. We have yet to hear anything from ford, we have received a letter from them lecturing us on the usage of the airbags, how they are meant to prevent fatalities not injuries. Our initial complaint was the vehicle did not stop! The owner of the dealership feels he's no liable because we bought used with no warranty. However, that does not excuse from selling multifunctional vehicle. We have fought with the dealership and legal group. The dealership is going to have it inspected to see what caused it. But he wants us to pay for it and I don't feel we should. Haven't we paid enough will all the crap this vehicle has caused?
The ABS warning light came on in my 2001 ford escape. I took it to the ford service department. They ran some tests. They said the ABS module was probably the cause but they did not have one in stock. They would order it and contact me to schedule installation. They did not indicate the vehicle was unsafe to operate. I drove the car back home and to work the next day. On the way home after work a fire started in the engine compartment left front side which is near the brake system components. I put the fire out and contacted my insurance company. The vehicle was no longer drivable. I had it towed to the ford dealer the next day. Neither ford or farmers insurance could pinpoint the origin of the fire but their was damage around the ABS and its wiring. Ford has denied responsibility for the damage. I remembered a safety recall was done previously having to do with the ABS. I rechecked and discovered that similar fires were the reason for the recall. Ford said they did perform the recall on my vehicle. I checked further on line and saw that a safety investigation was opened because the remedy by ford has not eliminated vehicle ABS wiring fires. I believe my ford escape is another case of this safety defect and ford should take responsibility for the damage and related expenses I have incurred.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated when entering the vehicle and starting the vehicle he noticed that the ABS light was illuminated for a short period of time then shut off. He also noticed when it rained while driving, the ABS light would illuminate; however, the vehicle drove as if it was not activated. The dealer stated that the vehicle was experiencing hydraulic motor circuit failure in the ABS system. The contact was given an estimate for $1216.87 to repair the vehicle. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the failure was related to the federal safety agency campaign number 07v156000, service brakes, hydraulic, antilock:control unit/module; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 81,400 and the current mileage was 81,679.
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