2011 Ford Escape: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Apr 15, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · OH

Discovered my car has electric power steering not seeing a reservoir did some research and seen that there were a lot of 2011 Ford Escapes with safety recalls three being the main problems I've had with my car since I began financing it almost 4 years ago my last payment is in 2 weeks. Went to leave a driveway and within a few seconds my steering wheel locked up and I thought it was strange that's when I found out I have electric power steering and that there has been recalls turned the car off turn to back on and it was just fine. Found out that is a common thing although it may not be considered a safety recall just yet but I would believe it is a major problem because anytime in my life if I was to believe my power steering was failing me I would still have control over the wheel but this thing locks up as if I ain't going nowhere. I seen that there has been recalls for fuel systems front wheel bearings and electric power steering. My engine light has been on for a very long time and people say it's because of the O2 sensor causing a misfire to appear random. My front wheels kind of knock making me think it could be between the rack axle and bearing. Other than that my radio face button stopped working one day as if they were possessed until they completely shut off and I have no access to it besides the steering wheel components. Rear wiper stuck in the up position one day was causing a tick I could hear with no power and no key in the ignition that caused my battery to die several times 2 years in a row. Realized unplugging my rear wiper made it quit but I can't use my front washer fluid without it being unplugged. And my AC Open Air Max AC and heating cooling climate control buttons work but the blower only works on high making me think yet another electrical issue being the blower speed regulator is bad. I would say these are safety issues package together. This website says I have 0unrepaired recalls. Might try fix it with a torque sensor/calling dealership.

Filed Feb 14, 2023 · Steering, Transmission · 97,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated while her husband was driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shuddered significantly and made abnormal knocking sounds. Additionally, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's husband veered to the side road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated upon restarting the vehicle, the power steering became operable. The contact's husband was able to drive to the residence; however, the failure reoccurred intermittently while driving. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number:Â 14V284000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall due to the manufacture date. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

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 Sep 9, 2019 · Airbags, Steering · 100,000 miles · FL · crash · 3 injuries

"takata recall" on may 11th 2019, my auntie and I were involved in a accident that was no fault of my own. A black toyota stop in front of when us, I hit the brakes on impact, the airbags deployed and blowup in my face, knocking out one of my crowns and shift my teeth, I went to the dentist office after leaving the hospital, the doctor told me I swallowed particles and my left side of my face would not stop hurting, I also let the dentist know the airbag blowup in my face, he found my root canal was framed in half, in order to fix the problem I would have to pay 12,000.00 of my own money to repair the tooth and other damage teeth that were shifted or I would loose them in the future, I haven't smiled sense.I was driving north bound on highway they were traveling east bound at a four way crossing into a gas station.

Filed May 14, 2019 · Steering · FL

A knock started in my steering column. I got increasingly worse. My steering became jerky and uncontrollable. I was able to get my truck to a repair shop. They found the steering column bad. This will be the second time since I have owned the truck that this steering column has gone bad. This is very dangerous and could have caused a very serious accident if I did not learn from the first recall. Two times with the same part and problem. I do not think this was fixed and a continued investigation into the steering column should exist.

Filed Jan 4, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 130,000 miles · WI

Bought 2011 ford escape xlt used 5-27-2016 (private sale, chicago il). Upon purchase, serviced at milwaukee area ford dealership, found front control arms & bushings torn/loose. Next, front sway bars, outer tie rod ends, brakes and rotors needed replacement. In oct. 2016 engine/transmission major issues: leaking oil and trans fluid -no oil lamp or check engine light- car would run out of oil, pulled over added more. Trans slipping during accel/weak accel. Hard shifting w/high rpms. Rough idle. Ticking noise under hood when brakes applied. 12-6-2016 ford dealership replaced gaskets & seals in engine & transmission- $2,000 repair. Upon driving car, issues continue, new issues present: trans slipping worse/bucking, car not accelerating when gas pedal depressed, car stalling in traffic, car lurching forward, car losing gasoline/smelling of gasoline. Broke down 12-8-2016 in parking lot due to fuel leak. Contacted aaa roadside assistance, returned to dealership, turned away. Fire dept cleared car for towing, fire hazard. Researched VIN, found recall for fuel delivery modulator flange, and field service action for electronic throttle body. Contacted ford customer support, verified recall for my VIN. Advised to not operate vehicle. Area ford dealerships refused to diagnose w/o charging. A service manager at a mazda dealership diagnosed additional undisclosed repairs: A/C line ruptured, front driver's side sway bar snapped and control arm bushing separated; ford mechanic had also left bolts & hoses loose/unclamped in engine. Steering and rear suspension deteriorating. Returned to dealership once more- turned away. Missed 1 month of work (driving is job). No rental provided, unwilling to reimburse. Filed dealer complaint. Filing consumer protection & disclosure lawsuit. Seeking class action lawsuit against ford motor company. Car is dangerous, I refuse to operate it.

Filed Sep 28, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 39,670 miles · MD

I bought my 2011 ford escape brand new and it has about 40k miles on it. I've never had any issues. It's been a great car with all of my traveling and I've always trusted that it would get me from point a to point b safely. Until today! I got an oil change and check-up last week, no problems. This morning, I was driving on a busy 4-lane interstate when my car lost all power and started shaking and jerking. I was going about 65-70 MPH when it stalled and quickly decelerated as cars were swerving around me and speeding past. The engine was still running, the check engine light popped on, and pressing the gas pedal did nothing. It was a miracle that I was able to safely maneuver over to the shoulder without causing an accident and killing someone or myself. I was completely caught off guard and spooked by the whole thing. I restarted my car and the check engine light was off and the car seemed normal. I got off at the next exit to avoid playing car accident roulette on the highway. Everything was fine for the next few miles. Then.. It happened again! This time as I was approaching a busy intersection. Scary, scary stuff. It was like driving a ticking time bomb! This time the check engine light remained on and it took me twice to get my engine to restart. I drove directly to the nearest ford dealership. I was very caught off guard as my car had just been serviced and had always been reliable in the past. Ford replaced the throttle body. After a simple google search, I discovered how common this issue has been and was shocked. I cannot believe that this part hasn't been recalled yet! I find it to be extremely irresponsible of ford to be so complacent with a known issue when people's lives are in jeopardy. Turning your back on a problem and ignoring it is not satisfactory customer service. This part needs to be recalled asap before someone is hurt or killed.

Filed Sep 6, 2013 · Fuel system · 47,000 miles · NY

Pulling onto a exit ramp, lost throttle response, rpms were erratic 1000. Was able to off to the side, turned engine off, waited a few minutes, restarted. Drove another 2 or so miles, same issue, but now with engine light on and wrench light on. After another wait and restart, same result. Three failures in 7 miles. Upon arriving home, I used my obd code reader to pull a "p2112) fault code. I purchased and replaced the throttle plate controller,($350.00) that evening from my local ford dealer. So far, a week later (knock on wood), have not had another occurrence. Btw the replacement ford part is a different updated part.