Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the vehicle veered to the right. The contact crashed into another vehicle and the airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the vehicle was totaled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. After the failure was experienced, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v165000 and stated that the failure could have been related. The failure and current mileage was not available.
2001 Ford Escape steering complaints
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As I was driving the car down the street I began loosing control of the steering. The steering wheel was facing a 90 degree right angle as I was driving straight and every time I would hit a bump the car would jump to the right. The steering wheel also had a lot of play while driving. I took the car straight to my mechanic and he informed me the car was not drivable or safe due to the lower control arm separating from the subframe which has to due with recall # 14s02. Is the subframe being replaced at some point? They put a crossbrace on the vehicle but it is still being deemed unsafe to drive.
Dear sirs, as you are aware, this past weekend on the san mateo bridge in hayward ca, a horrific accident/fire occurred with a limousine, where five individuals were trapped and killed due to a vehicle fire. Upon seeing and hearing about this horrific tragedy, my wife insisted that we have all of the recalls performed on our 2001 ford escape. Much to my surprise, when I took our escape into fremont ford on may 7th, [xxx], the assistant service manager, told me that he was refusing to perform all of the recalls on our truck, because they have expired. As the original owner and primary driver of this vehicle, please explain to me how recalls involving safety issues expire? Is this a ford company policy or a fremont ford dealership/service policy? When I picked up our escape on may 8th from the dealership, I documented on the paperwork that they refused to perform these very important recalls. I am not comfortable driving this vehicle in light of the tragedy that occurred this past weekend. Please advise how you would like to move forward concerning this very important matter. Thank you for your assistance. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
It was happened about a year ago, especially under the hot weather condition. I am not sure that where the massive vibration sound comes from but most likely it feels through the steering wheel(steering shaft rod?) or brake pedal. When I first realized this problem, it was very hot summer day and air conditioner (AC) was on. I drove about for 15-20 minutes and parked the vehicle for a while (about 20 minutes or so). Then I started the engine again and tried to back up the vehicle from the parking spot, it was happened. After that happening, I was having same problem whenever I was driving with AC on(I did not have the problem during cold season at all). Now is summer of 2012 and this problem has been coming back most of time of driving no matter AC is on or off (it seems like getting worst?). Past 10 years, I had several recalls with this vehicle so I really want to report the problem I have in case.
Submission from re ford escape 2001 safety recall notice 11s24 *tgw the consumer received a recall notice in jan 2012. The notice indicated she would be informed when the parts required to complete the safety recall would become available, which wouldn't be until the second quarter. The vehicle caught on fire while parked, which was prior to the recall, but was quickly extinguished. Shortly after the fire, the vehicle was repaired. Several months later, the consumer was partly compensated by ford in the form of a check for $1900 accompanied by a document which stated by accepting the compensation, she would also be signing off on any other claims. The consumer also stated the catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, master cylinder, wiring harness, ABS, brake line booster, power steering rack and pinion, tie rods, intake manifold as well as the air bag were all replaced. The steering column would freeze, the rear passenger door handle fell off, rendering the door unstable, the coolant light illuminated, the oil pan needed to be replaced, the air condition stopped working and the rear shock were leaking.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. While driving approximately 50 MPH and attempting to change lanes, the vehicle veered from right to left. The contact attempted to move the steering wheel right and left, but the wheel kept moving in the opposite direction. The contact could not gain control of the steering wheel and struck a concrete wall on the front passenger corner of the vehicle. The vehicle was declared destroyed by the insurance company. The contact sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital. A police report was filed. There is a recall on this year, make, and model vehicle, but the contact is not sure if the vehicle was included. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 45,000. Updated 06/09/08 *bf updated 06/09/08
We noticed a hissing noise,took it to dealer,was told brake booster,master cylinder,left stabilizer link assy,and pre-tensioner connectors on air bag all need replaced. Can not afford to replace pre-tensioner connectors. Seems unusual to me that all would go out all of a sudden,especially both the booster and master cylinder. To my knowledge we did nothing to contribute to the probs. I may be hard to reach,as I am staying with my father in hermann while he undergoes cancer treatments,but,my wife can be reached at the evening phone # listed.
I stopped my 2001 ford escape and put the shift into park. The shift flew into park and the vehicle stayed in drive, which almost sent me into a bayou. I turned the ignition off and the shift was jammed. The vehicle was still in drive. I had to get it towed to the local dealership. I was told by one of the mechanics that the cable on the shift broke loose. He said he was surprised there hasn't been a recall on it yet because they are getting escapes and escorts in their shop with the same exact thing happening.
Dt: 2001 ford escape. The consumer found a recall on line, this recall did not pertain to this vehicle due to VIN. When driving, the vehicle died, power steering malfunctioned, and the vehicle was hard to control. The vehicle will not keep a idling. . The vehicle is currently at the dealership, and they have not yet contacted the consumer. The problem started two weeks ago, on august 30, 2005. The consumer stated it happened approximately ten times.
2001 ford escape w/37k miles needs power steering rack replaced.
The steering column had to be replaced due to the steering wheel being loose.
While making a right turn into the parking garage vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that computer sensor crank, and idler arm needed to be replaced. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem still occurred more than once, and had not been resolved.
While driving. The vehicle stalled. The consumer was able to restart the vehicle after pumping the accelerator pedal. Please provide more information. *jb the consumer could not control the vehicle due to loss of power in the steering wheel and no brakes.
While driving, the vehicle stalled. The consumer restarted the vehicle and pulled over. The consumer drove the vehicle to the auto service for inspection and the mechanic informed the consumer that the problem could not be duplicated. *ak there was grinding and a round metal object snapped and broke off of the AC compressor. There were also problem with the air bag and the steering. *sc
2001 ford escape xlt, mileage of < 42,000, in otherwise excellent condition, purchased used, in nov 2003 with just over 36,000 miles, now requires replacement of worn tie rod ends. This is premature for the usage. Ford motor company should be aware of this.
Consumer complained about a brake system problem. Consumer had to replace the brakes, rotors, and tie rods every 10,000 miles.
Upon driving downhill car disengaged.lost power steering and brakes.anual brakes and steering also failed.
Dangerous situation regarding 2001 ford escape.*mr the consumers brake fluid system was contaminated. The dealer was notified to have repairs made. *cb the consumer noticed the brake pedal was continuously getting lower to the floor and stopping became increasingly difficult. The vehicle also had a power steering leak.
My wife got distracted and side swiped the trailer of an 18 wheeler while passing ......a very bazaar accident......she was only slightly injured and her 2001 ford escape was destroyed..... My complaint is......her steering was completely broke...no connection between the steering wheel and the front end.... Her steering wheel just spins around .... Being a car guy I see this as a failure in the fords steering.....I walked the accident scene and did not see one thing she could have hit to break her steering. Her impact with the truck should not have broke her steering either .....please investigate.
Consumer noticed that while driving at 10 MPH and without any indication vehicle parts started falling from under engine department, resulting in loss of steering.
The federal safety agency:vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles may have a mis-assembled or incorrectly manufactured nut that attaches the steering wheel assembly to the steering column. The nut could be upside down in the steering wheel assembly, which could overstress the steering column shaft when the nut is tightened. In addition, some of the nuts may have been cracked during manufacture resulting in the nut fracturing when it is tightened during vehicle assembly.dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel retention armature and, if necessary, the steering column to correct this condition.
I was in a roll over accident in my 2001 ford escape while driving at 25-30 MPH on a primary road in cresskill, nj. The vehicle suddenly pulled hard to the right and I saw that I was going to hit a parked vehicle. I turned the steering wheel to the left, while breaking, but the escape did not turn. I impacted the parked vehicle, flipped, skidded 64 feet on the roof of my escape, and was able to remove myself from the car when he came to rest. I have interesting pictures of the front right wheel assembly and steering linkages.
The consumer's daughter was driving the vehicle when the engine lights began to blink then the steering wheel locked up. Scc
Vehicle engine revs/searches/hunts, while driving steady and maintaining a constant speed on a level road, going down or up a hill and the accelerator is not being played with. Intermittently vehicle handling seems to lose the power assist - turning all of the sudden requires more muscle effort - and handling gets very stiff. Suv has stalled 5 times already and dealer still unable to correct the problem. Every time - I lost the steering, the brakes, the accelerator and the electrical systems. Escape is a very scary and dangerous SUV - unable to predict when it will stall or when it will suddenly accelerate (I don't dare use the cruise control).
While driving at 40 MPH steering wheel lock up without any warning. The dealership and manufacturer cannot fix problem and don't know what is the caused of the problem. Ts
While driving only at low speeds, steering column will make a loud noise and it could cause future steering problems. Dealer notified.*ak the cover on the bottom of the steering wheel was broken. The vehicle shimmys when applying the brakes. The brakes were inspected and the front rotor was machined and the front pads cleaned. Consumer states there is a pecking noise in the engine. Consumer states the accelerator pedal is hard to push because the throttle body needed replacing. The air conditioner stops while at idle. Also, when coming to a stop, the heater is not warm.
On 02/11/2002 traveling at 35mph going to work made a left turn and truck suddenly started to stall. Accelleration begin to decrease and a loud roaring or grinding sound was coming from under the car. Pulled over due to decrease in acceleration and stopped car. Turned car off and on again and started to accelerate and car would not go above 35mph. Finally made it to dealership. Dealer looked at car and determined it was the steering assembly and replaced. On 03/14/02 went out to start car and drove 35 MPH engine light came on and stayed on the remaining of day. Took to dealer the next day due to light still on, dealer replaced part indicating switch chip bad. On 07/25 and 07/ 29 car fails to start after an extended period of driving has done this on several occasion and have called dealer to bring vehicle in to look at on 08/01/02. Vehicle stalls at 35 -40 MPH on several occasions. Not happy with vehicle problems and feel these defects can be a danger to me and other drivers on the road. Ford should do there best to replace parts and accomodate their consumers for time and headaches.
While drving steering wheel locked up and then vehicle stalled, almost causing an accident. Vehicle was checked by dealer, who advised consumet that they could not find any problem.
While driving 30-35 MPH, vehicle will shut off without any notice. Contacted dealer, who was not willing to do anything.*ak. Numerous parts have been replaced regarding the stalling, but the problem still exists, the engine light also illuminated, consumer stated the transmission was replaced in april 2002, the engine cooling fans were replaced, and also the rack and pinion was replaced.
While driving at about 40 MPH, with both children in the car, my car stalled in a busy intersection. My brakes, steering, accellerator, and electrical(radio and speedometer) went out. I was forced to coast down the street to find somewhere to pull over. I have sent it to the dealership and they acted like it was my fault that it happened and that they hadn't heard of such complaint. I am scared to drive it even after they said it is fixed. I have heard of this happening,after I did some reasearch and people have reported it happening again. I would like some kind of trade or reimbuirsement. My reason being is for the saftey of my children and myself. The car is only 11 months old.
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