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2001 Ford Escape electrical problems

136 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 81,000. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints
136
of this car's complaints
14%
typical mileage
81,000
crashes
3
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Ignition
    29
  • Wiring: front underhood
    7
  • Ignition: module
    7
  • Wiring
    6
  • 12v/24v/48v battery
    5
  • Wiring: interior/under dash
    4
  • Ignition: switch
    4
  • Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
    3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Escape electrical problems in other years

200020052010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Ford Escape electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 48Warning lights 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2001 Ford Escape owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 2, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 150,000 miles · NV

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle loss motive power. The contact pulls the vehicle over to the side of the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not able to restart. The contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact was concerned that the failure was related to the alternator. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Sep 21, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 170,000 miles · OK · fire

Abs system burned up, hard to stop brakes, lickage under the hood

Filed Aug 25, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 178,905 miles · CA

I've recently got a new battery, o2 sensor and alternator and my car keeps shutting off in drive.

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Acceleration, Body · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 12v353000 (engine and engine cooling), and 14v165000 (structure, vehicle speed control). The contact did not receive any recall notifications. The contact stated that the brake lights remained illuminated for an extended period of time. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. While the vehicle was parked in a residental parking space, a security guard noticed smoke coming from the vehicle. After making a second round, the guard informed the vehicle owner that the vehicle was consumed by flames. The fire department extinguished the flames. A fire report was filed and the contact took pictures. The vehicle was parked and had not been inspected by a dealer or manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that they would follow-up in writing, but did not provide a time frame for the recall repair. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jul 14, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 115,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. While accelerating from a stop light, the vehicle shook, stalled, and all the lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v175000 (power train). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 09/08/16*lj

Filed Oct 15, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 120,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that while the key was out the ignition switch, the vehicle remained on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Jul 7, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 122,000 miles · NE

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. While driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated and the battery light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalled and was able to be restarted after several attempts. The contact was able to drive for approximately five more minutes before the vehicle stalled again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 120,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. While driving at 55 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated and would not shut off. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 09/03/15

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 180,000 miles · GA · fire

While parked in employee's parking lot the ford escape engine started to smoke then caught fire .

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Electrical, Locks · 142,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that the key fob failed to function properly. As a result, the contact was unable to unlock and lock the hatch door. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.

Questions about the 2001 Ford Escape electrical

Does the 2001 Ford Escape have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 136 complaints about the electrical of the 2001 Ford Escape, 14% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Ford Escape electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 81,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Ford Escape electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Escape have the most electrical problems?

The Ford Escape model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (339 complaints), 2010 (217 complaints) and 2014 (216 complaints).

Other 2001 Ford Escape problems

Engine 309Brakes 163Transmission 128Acceleration 107Airbags 63Steering 58Fuel system 55Body 54Suspension 42Tires 37Visibility 36Locks 30Seat belts 29Lights 9Wheels 7Seats 5Driver assistance 4

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