2007 Ford Escape: engine stalls while driving

Filed Dec 7, 2024 · Fuel system, Transmission · CA

While driving, a red triangle to safely stop came up and the vehicle engine shut down. I could not accelerate since the engine was shut down, I could only coast and brake. After the vehicle has been cooling down for 20 min, I’m able to restart the vehicle and drive again until the same issue occurs again. No light on dashboard. Very dangerous issue as it often happens when driving on the freeway for a while. You have no way to accelerate the vehicle and need to slowly pull over on a busy freeway, endangering others and yourself. The issue has not been reproduced by a dealer or independent service center. No, the vehicle has not been inspected by anyone. Please note that this is a known recall for this vehicle but my VIN is NOT included in the recall. Please see the details of the recall below: the federal safety agency CAMPAIGN ID: 14V526000 Report Date: SEP 03, 2014 Vehicles Affected: 70,209 Consequence: If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash. What You Should Do: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S19.

Filed Feb 5, 2023 · Transmission · CO

The torque converter was failing in my 07 escape. When I switched gears from park to drive or reverse the car would shake and sometimes stall out. Or if I had to stop at a stop sign or traffic signal while in drive the same issues would happen. The old torque converter is not available for inspection unfortunately because I gave it back to autozone to get the core charge money back. But when we installed the new torque converter it completely solved the issues and the transmission is running great again. It put myself and my passengers at risk since my car would completely turn off at traffic lights sometimes. This problem has been reproduced by others and I actually found out the torque converter was the issue by finding a technical service bulletin (TSB 07-5-6) so I know other shops have discovered this issue. There were no warning lights or anything and no parts were inspected by others. I completed the whole replacement.

Filed Oct 27, 2021 · Acceleration, Electrical · MD

The theft system randomly sounds off for no reason. The theft light keeps blinking as the key is placed in the run position. The vehicle is having issues starting and there's no sound at all when turning the key. When the vehicle does start it stalls, so the gas pedal must be pushed almost to the floor. I must apply strong pressure to the breaks, so that I can stop and not crash. The problem is not changing and other ownsers are having these same issue with this truck. I've already had the battery checked, starter replaced, purchased a new key , and fob.

Filed Jun 29, 2018 · Electrical · 109,216 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. Upon inspecting under the hood, the contact discovered that the negative battery cable was extremely hot to the touch. Mac haik's southway ford (7979 interstate 35 access rd, san antonio, tx 78224, (210) 922-2222) was contacted and stated that diagnostic testing was needed. The contact declined due to the cost. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,216.

Filed Mar 5, 2018 · Transmission · 96,000 miles · IA

There are numerous forums discussing the issue we're having with our escape stalling and not running. We went to a mechanic who explained there have been many recalls on escape transmissions and we should report this one as well as it doesn't have many miles for its age.

Filed Oct 2, 2017 · Engine, Transmission · 171,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. While driving 50 MPH, the overdrive indicator illuminated, the transmission seized, and the vehicle stalled. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the issue, but did not offer assistance. The failure mileage was 171,000.

Filed Jul 6, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 124,230 miles · OH

Car stalled while in motion on city street. Lost all power and would not restart without jump.

Filed Mar 24, 2016 · Transmission · 87,900 miles · NC

Was driving on interstate without any issues as I was exiting interstate and stationary at red light vehicle begain to shake and vibrate making a grinding nose and vehicle stalled. Restarted vehicle and in motion was fine as I begin to slow down and stop to make left turn on to my road vehicle again begain to shake and vibrate and almost stalled again. Problem as been be diagnosed as bad transmission.

Filed Oct 15, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · 40,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. While driving at 25 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v2840000 (steering). The manufacture was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.

Filed Apr 27, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 112,000 miles · AZ

My son was driving home from work. Put the car in park to stop and clean the windows and when he put it back into gear it would not go, engine just revved. My ex drove it back to my house in 1st gear and my son tried taking it to school the next day. No power. Stalled twice on him in a mile. Ex towed it back to my house. From everything I've read and heard, this seems to be a common occurrence with the ford escapes. I had to borrow $3400 from my boss to have the transmission fixed so my kids have a car to get to school. I would like to join any class action lawsuit again ford. They are aware of the problems with the transmissions, yet they do nothing to fix the problem or cover the cost of repairing them.

Filed Mar 3, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · 153,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but the vehicle did not drive. The check engine warning light and brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.

Filed Apr 28, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 100,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning on multiple occasions while traveling at any speed. Additionally, the power steering assist would fail without warning and exhibit a loud noise as the contact attempted a turn. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the fuel pump, filter and the sensor were replaced. The stalling failure recurred without warning. The mechanic was unable to further diagnose or duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100000. The VIN was not available.