2011 Ford Escape: transmission slipping

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 25, 2015 · Acceleration, Transmission · 56,000 miles · MO

When slowing down at about 20-25 MPH, car jerks like transmission is trying to slip from 2nd to 1st gear. Has been like this for over two years. Most readings on 'net suggests software issues but not many owners have found satisfaction with the updates and appear to have to pay for them..

Filed Apr 10, 2015 · Transmission · 21,150 miles · PA · crash · 2 injuries

While slowing to come to a complete stop in a turning lane behind two other vehicles, the subject vehicle's transmission slipped from gear and disengaged the engine. When the vehicles transmission reengaged the engines remaining torque not yet displaced, the vehicle lunged forward causing a lose of control and the brakes to lock up from attempting the braking action already taking place. The subject vehicle had previously been in the dealerships service dept. To have its transmission that previously and completely burnt its clutches out at only 14,775 miles driven. The symptoms of the transmission burning the clutches out was presenting itself in an increasing manner from around 5,000 miles. The newly rebuilt transmission failed at only 21,150 miles at the time of the total loss incident.

Filed Oct 26, 2014 · Transmission · 34,566 miles · CA

Transmission slips after cold start.

Filed Mar 13, 2014 · Transmission · 35,000 miles · CA

Transmission slips twice and jerks forward when first driven cold.........very dangerous when entering a busy highway................took to palm springs motors 3 times and the problems was never solved...........they told me that they could not solve the problem and to drive it until it breaks down and then they could tell what the problem is................this is unacceptable and needs to be taken care by ford asap................

Filed Nov 2, 2013 · Transmission · 35,300 miles · NJ

Driving in the center lane of a 3-lane highway I heard a loud "thunk" from the engine compartment & felt the vehicle suddenly slowing down. When I stepped on the accelerator, I felt no response & looked at the dash to see the wrench light on. I looked over to make sure the gear shift was still in drive, thinking maybe it has slipped into neutral. I stepped on the accelerator again - nothing. Vehicle had a strong shaking/vibration I was able to coast to the shoulder out of traffic. I shut the car off & was able to able to restart without the wrench light coming on again. I will be taking the car to ford dealer to be checked because "stalling" on a major highway is not something I want to experience again. Hope they fix this problem!!!!

Filed Aug 12, 2013 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 18,500 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford edge. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate, the transmission slipped and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle was placed in park and the traction sensor warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that after closing the driver's side door, the door ajar warning light remained illuminated. As a result, the overhead light stayed illuminated causing the battery to lose power. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 18,500. The current mileage was 19,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2013 · Transmission · 29,401 miles · VA

Vehicle lost propulsion at about 30-35 MPH and driver was barely able to get it off main road. A vehicle behind it had to brake to avoid rear-end collision. Was not able to move forward and had to be towed. Subsequently vehicle functioned again, but about 2 weeks later the same thing happened -- car would not accelerate and felt like it was slipping between gears. Subsequently a ford dealer repair department determined that the throttle body had failed.

Filed Mar 4, 2013 · Transmission · 16,000 miles · CA

My 2011 ford escape has now had service three times in two years for "bucking/slipping" in the transmission. The "bucking/slipping" is experienced with all gears but generally worse between 2nd and 3rd and just starting out. It is also bad when the car has been idle for many days. All three times its been in for service at the ford dealer they say its the adaptive transmission that is the culprit. They redo the algorithms its fine for a week then goes back to normal. The latest service also included having the transmission axle seals replaced.

Filed Mar 2, 2013 · 26,000 miles · CA

Problem seems like the transmission is slipping. I had that serviced and it was fine. Then I heard about the " throttle body " problem.

Filed May 1, 2012 · Acceleration, Body · NY

Last year I purchased a 2011 ford escape and have been completely dissatisfied with my purchase. The selling dealer, tower ford in great neck, new york has done absolutely nothing to help me rectify my serious complaint and concerns with my vehicle. One of my biggest concerns is that the transmission slips, the accelerator pedal sticks, the brakes are very low, and a swishing liquid noise is heard in the fuel tank when stopping, the right side rear passenger door squeaks, and the center console is loose. I've brought my truck back to this dealer many times and all I receive is that they can not verify my complaint and concerns. I am concerned for my family and my safety. Any help would be appreciated.