2002 Ford Escape body problems

Filed May 30, 2022 · Body, Brakes · NC · fire

Vehicle was manufactured 04/2002 recalls state that from oct99 to jan04 multiple states had issues with rusting with suspension causing the car to crash. My vehicle was made in one of the states and has alot of underbody rusting. Back hatch latch gets stuck often and will not open. Drums on the back are sticking causing the vehicle to drag at take off, abs had a recall ford dealer "fixed" the issue abs light stays on. Radiator light stays on constantly even though fluids are at correct level radiator is not damaged. Battery light constantly stays on as well brand new battery and alternator wire are connected free of corrosion. Interior lights caught on fire and melted the plastic housing so I had to take out the small bulbs. Everything is available for inspection if needed.abs was looked at by Ford dealer and "fixed" but problem is still there. Problems have not been inspected by anyone other than the abs, no warnings at all. Events happened at different times during the time I got the vehicle. 2022 Jan

Filed Oct 1, 2021 · Body · 177,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer, he was informed that the subframe was severely corroded. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number 14V165000 (Structure) however, the remedy failed to fix the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 177,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2021 · Body, Suspension · 82,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the suspension of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with the control arm needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle had been serviced in 2014 under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14V165000 (Structure) however, the failure still occurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist and that he had to pay out of pocket for the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

Filed Apr 1, 2019 · Body · 103,000 miles · MI

Frame rusted out. Ford has taken over 2 weeks to attempt to fix. I'm having to rely on friends and family for a ride. No communication within dealer and customer

Filed Mar 9, 2019 · Body · 169,000 miles · NJ

Rusted subframe- while getting an oil change I was told that the subframe was so rusted that the vehicle could not be placed on a lift. The mechanic said it was the worst he had ever seen and the car was unsafe to drive

Filed Dec 4, 2018 · Body · 125,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was completely rusted. While driving various speeds, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to brian bemis ford (1380 dekalb ave, sycamore, il 60178, (815) 895-4584) to be diagnosed and they refused to release the vehicle back to the contact due to the dangerous condition of the rusted frame. The dealer stated that they would not charge the contact a storage fee. The contact purchased the vehicle in march of 2018. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 125,000. *tt

Filed Dec 3, 2018 · Body · 125,000 miles · IL

My vehicle should be covered under ford recall 14s02. Sub frame completely rusted through while driving endangering my family's safety. Illinois, "salt state". Currently at ford dealership unsafe to drive.

Filed Jun 24, 2018 · Body, Driver assistance · 165,000 miles · MD

My engine coolant light stays on even after taking steps to fix it as it was a problem with the 2002 ford escapes, and there is a problem with my power steering as fluid and all that is fine, which I read was a recall also.

Filed Apr 11, 2018 · Body, Suspension · 106,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to be serviced. While the mechanic was test driving the vehicle at approximately 35 MPH, an abnormal noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the front passenger side lower control arm fractured, which caused the wheel to separate from the suspension. Prior to the test drive, the contact was informed by the mechanic of severe rust on the lower control arm. The vehicle was towed back to the facility. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer (elkhorn motors ford, 910 n wisconsin st, elkhorn, wi 53121, (262) 723-2131) was contacted and a subsequent VIN search showed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v165000 (structure). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000. The consumer stated the gas tank straps were also corroded and needed to be replaced.

Filed Apr 6, 2018 · Body, Engine · 180,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for exhaust repairs, the technician noticed that the engine cradle and the lower part of the engine frame were corroded and needed to be replaced. The contact called suburban ford of sterling heights at (586) 268-7500 (40333 van dyke, sterling heights, mi 48313) and was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.