2011 Ford Escape: engine failure

Filed Jun 2, 2025 · Steering · 138,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel intermittently seized. The contact removed the key from the ignition, then re-inserted and pushed the key into the ignition to correct the failure. The contact stated that the failure occurred daily. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.

Filed Mar 19, 2025 · Steering · 250,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel seized intermittently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that on another occasion, while the vehicle was parked, the sensor failure caused the steering wheel to move back and forth with a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with torque sensor failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2025 · Steering · CO

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the steering wheel was seized, and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed torque sensor. The contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was next taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed torque sensor and the contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 18, 2023 · Steering · 190,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds while making a left or a right turn, the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that she had to turn off and restart the vehicle to unlock the steering wheel. No warning light was illuminated. The contact’s father diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved DTC code: B2278. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering). The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was transferred to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed Jul 11, 2023 · Transmission · 82,899 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the front driver side wheel seized and would not release. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured wheel dimension as a result the dimensions needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,899.

Filed Jul 26, 2022 · Engine · 150,000 miles · MI · fire

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at 50 MPH, he heard abnormal knocking sounds coming from the engine. The oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled to the nearby gas station where an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the engine had thrown a rod and there were metal shavings in the engine oil. The contact stated the failure increased significantly while driving at 50 MPH. The contact veered to the side of the road and unlocked the doors. Another driver informed the contact that there there was a fire underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher. There were no injuries sustained. The contact stated upon towing the vehicle there was a significant amount of oil leaked from the oil pan onto the tow truck vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine blew up and had shattered. The dealer diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced and additional repairs needed to be completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000.

Filed Feb 28, 2021 · Steering · 105,600 miles · CA

I stopped before entering a traffic circle. When starting and turning right to enter the traffic circle, my power steering seized up. It didn't just go dead -- it started vibrating and I could feel the motor actively resisting any steering movement. There was no audible warning and no warning lights illuminated on my dashboard. All electronics seemed to operate normally. When I turned my ignition off and on again, steering returned to normal. This is a life-threatening safety issue. I have not received any recall notices related to steering.

Filed Nov 4, 2020 · Steering · 166,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized at vehicle start-up. The contact was unable to move the steering wheel in either direction. After waiting for approximately ten minutes, the steering wheel released and operated as intended. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 166,000.

Filed Sep 29, 2020 · Steering · 115,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact stated that upon restart of the vehicle, the steering resumed normal operation. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The contact's wife called an independent mechanic and was informed that the vehicle was under recall for the steering. The contact's wife called covert ford inc. (11514 research blvd, austin, tx 78759) and was informed that the VIN was not under. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v284000(steering) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2019 · Steering · 124,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While driving 20 MPH, the steering wheel seized and was unable to turn. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle in the middle of the road in order for the steering wheel to resume normal operation. The failure continued. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering software needed to be updated. The vehicle was taken to bonnell motors inc (located at 353 cambridge st, winchester, ma 01890, (877) 729-9700) where the same diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2019 · Steering · 154,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While driving between 10-50 MPH, the contact lost control of the steering while in traffic. The steering wheel seized and would not move. The contact had to use excessive force to turn the steering wheel. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted, the steering returned to normal. The contact called peacock ford (1875 s orlando ave, maitland, fl 32751, (407) 644-7111) and was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall; therefore, the contact may be responsible for the repair cost. The contact stated that the vehicle showed symptoms of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 154,000. *bf updated; contact has stated that the steering also seized twice while their daughter was driving.

Filed Apr 26, 2019 · Steering · 90,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford escape. While driving, the steering wheel seized without warning. The driver was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. *dt *tr