Tl* the contact owned a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that the driver of the vehicle parked the vehicle and moments later, the vehicle ignited into flames. There were no injuries and the vehicle was destroyed. A fire report was filed. The contact stated that the cause of the fire was unknown. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 80,000.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. The contact was traveling 35 MPH when the engine began making a knocking noise. The contact stated that seat valve failed and caused the pistons to fail. The contact stated that the failure caused the vehicle to run poorly and slower than normal. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no known recalls for the vehicle and that the engine had to be replaced because it was not repairable. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 111,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that a burning odor was exhibited form the vehicle while driving 70 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that there were two leaks coming from the engine. The vehicle was repaired however, the burning odor remained after the vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that she received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v156000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module) but was informed that the parts would not be available to repair the vehicle until the second quarter of 2012. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked outside of her home when she noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The smoke cleared within moments, before the contact could reach the vehicle and investigate. The vehicle was taken and left with the dealer. The dealer later contacted the owner of the vehicle to inform him that the vehicle had exploded while at the dealer and damaged five other vehicles. The vehicle was destroyed. The current and failure mileage was 99,000. Updated 05/24/12
The car had the original plugs in it at the time of the first incident. It had always ran great so we had no reason to change them. While driving down the road it went from fine to a loud bang and running terrible sounding like it had open headers. The spark plug blew out of the head breaking that cylinder 3 coil pack as well. We had it heli coiled and changed the plugs torqueing them to spec with a torque wrench and changing all the coil packs as well just because, about 30000 miles later (2-21-12) it happened again on cylinder 6. Obviously this is a casting issue with the head being too thin at the plug threads. I have researched this and it is extremely common online. Please have them recall.
Received notice from ford regarding safety recall 11s24 for escape 2002 dated january 2012. Advised not to park car near any structures to prevent a potential fire from spreading in unlikely event that your ABS module develops an electrical short. Ford dealer inspection performed 2/9/2012 states car will need safety recall parts but will not be available for 45 days or later. Contacted ford mfg, customer service supervisor tried to locate parts- unavailable. Supervisor says notice is not official yet, there are no implementation plans or parts available for older cars, no repair procedures available. Offered to help me qualify for a new car and work with local dealership. 2nd offer to place aftermarket parts at my cost and apply for reimbursement/partial reimbursement/no reimbursement based on if the recall is going to go through. Is this official or not official, and is ford releasing themselves of liability if there is property damage and that is the nature of the letter.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle decreased while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they diagnosed that the catalytic converter was clogged. The vehicle was repaired with a new catalytic converter. The failure mileage was 142,000 and the current mileage was 143,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, burning oil fumes were emitted into the vehicle through the vents. The contact mentioned that the brake warning lamp was illuminated and that he was constantly replenishing the brake fluid reservoir. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module ). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 134,000.
2002 ford escape. Catalytic converter problem. Problem began last week when dpfe tubes came off and dpfe sensor melted. The next day the valve next to the dpfe sensor blew a hole and all parts were replaced. The next day one of the dpfe tubes came off again. This was replaced again. The next day the car did not have good gas power. When going up a small incline the car would not go past 40 MPH. Went to car repair shop and o2 sensor was removed to see if it was the catalytic converter. This car has 3 catalytic converters. This car is at another car repair shop now to see what the cause is for the catalytic converter(s) to go bad. One repair shop advised that this is a common problem with ford escapes. I contacted ford motor company and was told that there have been no recalls for this problem. I went out to the ford forum and there are entries from 2007 to present with many 2002 escape owners that have experienced the same problems that I am experiencing. This problem can cause major engine problems that could cause an accident. No engine light has come since the dpfe tubes and sensor and valve was replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the engine caught fire. The fire department stated that the fire initiated in the engine compartment. A fire department report was filed. The manufacturer fiwas made aware of the failure and the insurance company was investigating the cause of failure. The failure and the current mileage was 110,000.
April 25, 2001 I drove the car 5 minutes to the local pool and car was parked for about an hour. |then drove friend back home from local pool to her house about a 5 minute drive, I then turned the car ignition was off, suddenly there was smoke coming from under the engine compartment area. Tried to open hood, grey smoke billowed out from under the hood, then sparks fell on the pavement from under the car and then flames burst out through the open crack of the hood. The fire seemed spontaneous, there was a burning smell like dirty air just before the smoke started. Fire department, police and ambulance were called. It had never occurred before the car was towed to a local body shop and was taken to another location by the insurance company. I know that recall work was done on the car twice and can verify with the service department. I believe that work was done on the brakes and the gas pedal as instructed in the recall notices. I believe the car is still being examined by the insurance investigators as of may 8, 2011. I have been informed by the insurance appraiser that the vehicle is a complete write off.
The vehicle was parked in the driveway. While turning the ignition to start, there was a catastrophic engine explosion. The hood largely contained the fire. Luckily no one was injured and the fire did not last long and did not spread to the surroundings. A tow truck was called and the repair shop technician found the "intake manifold had blown to pieces". A code on the system indicated a misfire on cylinder 5. The vehicle was repaired for $1720, including cam position sensor, intake manifold, and ignition coil, relating to the incident.
Spark plug blew out of the head which also broke the ignition coil housing. I tapped the spark plug hole in the head to accept a "heli-coil" insert and reinstalled the spark plug. Also had to replace the coil to securely mount the ignition coil. Fix appears to be working... For now.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning odor emitting from the vehicle. The cruise control, ABS and check engine warning lights suddenly illuminated as smoke begin emitting from the front end of the vehicle. The contact then noticed that the vehicle was on fire as flames poured from under the hood. The fire was extinguished but independently re-ignited . The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A police/fire report was available. The vehicle was then towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired and had not been driven since the failure. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current and failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
While starting the engine after overnight parking, a loud explosion was heard and white smoke was seen coming from under the hood. The ignition was immediately turned off. Examination of the engine revealed a damaged decorative cover over the intake manifold and shattered intake manifolds. Two spark coils were later found to be damaged by the explosion. The heads were reconditioned as ignition leakage thru the unseated valves was a factor contributing to the ignition of the residual gases in the intake manifold. Secondary contribution was the original intake manifold was of an old style and not capable of withstanding the backfire force. A new, modified composite intake manifold was available but not on a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated the vehicle was parked and erupted into flames without warning. The fire and police department were called to the scene. The fire department extinguished the flames. The fire originated from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer prior to the failure for an unknown repair regarding the anti-lock brake system warning light indicator illumination. The vehicle remained at the dealer for five days to perform the service repair. The contact stated at the time of the complaint the vehicle had not been inspected by the insurance company to declare whether the vehicle was completely destroyed; and to determine the cause of failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unavailable.
My 2002 ford escape caught fire while parked and was recorded as a total loss. The consumer stated the fire started under the hood. Updated 06/23/10
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) I am requesting that you obtain a history on the *flex hose* for the ford escape. My daughter owns a 2002 ford escape and on friday march 5,2010 narrowly escaped a major tragedy. She was traveling with her two children when she was required to stop at a railway crossing as a train was approaching. She was successful in coming to a complete stop, however, at that precise moment her brake pedal went right to the floor board. She was fortunate to be ale to move her vehicle out of harms way. We went to a nearby service station and requested the mechanic make arrangements to tow the vehicle and make the necessary repairs. When we informed him what the problem was and what type of vehicle was involved, he informed us (without having seen the vehicle) that he had no doubt it would be the *flex hose*. He informed us that the ford escape was notorious for that problem. He researched and confirmed there was no call back. When he returned the vehicle to us, he showed us where one of the flex hoses had blown, where another one should have blown and that the other two were within kilometers of being blown. This is a terrible and dangerous situation. I am amazed no accidents have not already happened due to the *flex hose* safety issue. For the safety of all concerned, please ensure that this matter is researched an appropriate steps taken. [xxx]
2002 ford escape v6 four wheel drive, rear exhaust manifold cracks. Drive this car reasonably, not like a teenager, and the manifold cracked. Since this manifold has built-in catalysts, repair is extremely expensive. Ford has not recalled, but the exhaust fumes that build up in the vehicle are extreme (we get headaches). Also, mpg has fallen to 14 mpg, and still no cel-on condition.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The engine caught on fire while parked in the garage. The fire department extinguished the flames. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The cause of the failure has not been determined. The failure mileage was 130,000.
While my daughter was eating diner at a local restaurant, her 2002 ford escape caught fire while parked with the engine off. According to our local ford dealer all recall work on the vehicle has been completed. I have learned today that this model ford has a history of fires in the engine compartment.
2002 ford escape caught fire around 3:00 am, had not been driven since 5:30 pm on previous day.
Catalytic converter cracked along welds at around 84000 miles. Research on open sources on the internet as found at the v-6 equipped ford escapes are prone to these failures over and over. There have been some reported cases of vehicles losing power while driving and vehicles completely dyeing while driving.
Hi; I just want to report my incident with my SUV ford escape, model 2002 , the truck was on fire form the front side of it.
Tl*the contact owned a 2002 ford escape. The contact's neighbor informed him that his vehicle was on fire in his driveway. The contact used two full fire extinguishers and a water hose in an attempt to extinguish the fire. He was unsuccessful. The fire department arrived and successfully extinguished the flames. A fire report was filed and the fire department stated that an electrical fire started in the engine compartment. The fire marshall verified that numerous ford vehicles had caught fire as well. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The grass outside of the contact's house, a large tree, and the driveway all sustained major damage. There were no injuries. The failure and current mileages were less than 89,000.
Recently as I was leaving work I went to start my 2002 ford escape. When I turned the key there was a slight hesitation followed by what sounded like a really bad backfire followed by smoke pouring out from under the hood. When I lifted the hood, the plastic engine cover and intake were blown to pieces under the hood.
Catalytic converters blew up on our 2002 ford escape.
While driving, usually first thing in morning, the RPM's will rev up to approx. 2000. The vehicle becomes harder to stop...
Warped rotors on my 2002 ford escape. Has been ongoing problem. Have had to replace rotors several times but rotors keep warping dealer says to have rotors turned. This only works for a short time. I had brakes completely redone in oct.08, problem recurring in jan. 09.
Tl*the contact owned a 2002 ford escape which was purchased in october 2001. The vehicle was parked in the driveway and he smelled something burning from inside the house. He later heard a loud explosion from outside and upon further investigation he saw flames coming from under the hood on the driver's side of the vehicle. He was successful and extinguishing some of the fire. The police and fire department were called and had to use excessive force to open the hood and extinguished the remainder of the fire. The sheriff stated the fire originated from the master cylinder. The failure and current mileages were less than 100,000. Updated 1/5/09 *cn the consumer stated the vehicle was a total loss. Updated 01/09/09.
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