2001 Ford Escape: fuel pump failure

Filed Dec 6, 2004 · Acceleration, Body · 92 miles · MN

There were numerous problems. The egr sensor (dpfe) was replaced along with the sop driver side outer belt molding, fuel pump, sway bar links and iac. *bf there was a loud noise coming from the driver's side window, water leaked around the tailgate window, the vehicle was hard to start, the iac was sticking, the driver's side window squeaked and rattled, the vehicle hesitated upon starting, there was play in the front sway bar links, the coolant light stayed on, there was a crack around the oil pan and the oil drain plug was problematic, and the accelerator pedal was sticking. *sc

Filed May 11, 2004 · Fuel system · 45,250 miles · OH

On two separate occassions (04/23/04 & 04/30/04) my 2001 ford escape just stopped running with no warning what so ever. After the 1st incident a recall repair was completed (drivetrain module) and thought to have fixed the problem. Exactly a week later the vehicle just stopped running again. The dealership couldn't be certain, but the problem seemed to be a faulty fuel pump. The repair was made, costing nearly $500, and so far no problems. Had this problem occurred on a busy interstate, the outcome could have been very disastrous.

Filed Jan 14, 2004 · Engine · 58,612 miles · PA

While driving 2001 ford escape at average 50-60 MPH speed ok. Upon deceleration, car dies. Took car to dealership next day (died 3 more times). Dealer is saying 2 cylinder heads need to be replaced; 2 camshafts and basically need new engine installed at my expense. Dealer has requested maintenance receipts (I have supplied all). Now waiting to see if ford will assist in repairs. Have called ford 6 times to file complaint stating since purchasing vehicle new in dec 2000, have had new transmission installed (warranty covered); new fuel pump (warranty covered); and new master cylinder (paid out of pocket). Escape is not safe and not reliable.

Filed Aug 15, 2002 · Acceleration, Electrical · MD

Vehicle has on 2 occasions shut off while driving. Without warning, the engine, battery, and oil lights come on at the same time and vehicle immediatelty shuts itself off. Vehicle has been to the dealership after both occurrences. The iac, dpfe, and fuel pump relay were all replaced and my vehicle's PCM was reprogrammed. None of these "fixes" have solved the problem. Although the technician working on the vehicle and the shop foreman have made every effort to assist me with the problem, the cause of the problem has yet to be determined. The manufacturer is aware of this problem with this particular vehicle, but cannot explain what is wrong or how to repair it. I do not feel safe driving my escape knowing that it could shut itself off at any time without warning in the middle of a busy road.

Filed Mar 19, 2002 · Fuel system · TX

When going down a hill vehicle will automatically shut off. Contacted dealer, dealer noted that the reason was fuel pump being located in rear of vehicle.

Filed Nov 16, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · TX

Vehicle stalled wihtout warning while driving @~30mph. This has happened several other times on the road. Dealer has performed repairs 3 other times as follows: visit 1 - changed fuel pump relay, visit 2 - changed ECM module relay, visit 3 - replaced fuel pump and sender. Dealer service has indicated that they were unable to find exact cause of stalling, so they are replacing components in hopes of catching the problem. After vehicle stalled, power steering and brakes were non-functional and I once again needed to pull off the road evasively to avoid rear-ending the cars in front of me. Clarification: this most recent stalling incident occured today, even after the fuel pump was replaced.

Filed Oct 22, 2001 · Engine · TX

Engine stalled while driving around 35-40mph, avoiding rear-ending cars in front by evasively pulling off to side of road. Vehicle has stalled before and was taken into dealer. Dealer replaced fuel pump and ECM module relays at that time (2-3 months ago). However, vehicle stalled again tonight.