2012 Ford Escape: fuel leak

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Fuel system · TX

Gas tank leaking fuel around the joint where the fuel filler hose connects to the tank. It is NOT leaking at the hose connection but is leaking where the fitting connects/enters the tank.

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Fuel system · TX

It just started leaking fuel about a month ago and never stops

Filed Feb 14, 2023 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the odor of fuel was present inside and outside of the vehicle. Upon inspection, leaking fuel was discovered coming from the fuel tank on the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously serviced under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V777000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Aug 27, 2021 · Fuel system · 16,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the fuel delivery module had expanded and leaked fuel while refueling. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel delivery system was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. After checking the VIN, the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V777000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 16,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2020 · Fuel system · 185,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel from underneath the vehicle. The contact was unaware of the exact location of the fuel leak. The contact was concerned about the safety of driving the vehicle with the fuel leak. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 185,000.

Filed Dec 9, 2019 · Fuel system · 79,795 miles · MA

Check engine light on when driving and when parked and engine running and smell of raw gas fumes near left rear wheel area. Shop tested found code p0456 traced to cracked and leaking electric fuel pump. Replaced pump now ok . In checking I found there was a recall #16s41 for 2012 escape with v6 engine , my car is a 4 cyl . Not incl. In recall but produced in same production sequence production date 8-11 sales date 11-19-2011 the above recall was for leaking fuel pump .I believe my car should have been recalled also . I contacted dealer they referred me to ford co. Filed case #cas-21767319 on 5-29-19 ford said no recall ,sorry no help with repair bill .I believe this should have been recalled as a safety hazard also covered under emission warranty 8 yeas or 80,000 miles I wrote to dealer 9-12-2019 no response car had 79.795 at time of repair. I still have the car and the defective fuel pump if inspection is required. This condition was on public street and private property moving and stationary. My car could have been involved in a fire if the cause of the fuel leak wasn't detected.

Filed Aug 15, 2019 · Fuel system · 31,138 miles · PA

Upon leaving work on july 31st 2018 I noticed an odd smell as I approached my 2012 ford escape limited. Upon getting closer to the car I noticed the smell was gas. I was alarmed thinking my vehicle may not start or could possibly explode if I tried. When opening the door the smell was unbearable. After calling my son he said that there was a recall for my generation ford for a cracking fuel pump. He said it will be safe to start but will be leaking gas everywhere so keep an eye on the gauge. After starting the car I noticed that the gas level was almost 1/2 a tank lower than when I arrived just 8 hours before. I rolled all four windows down and drove the car the shop I've been visiting and trust. They took my vehicle in on august 1st 2018 and said that they will look into it. After diagnosing the problem they discovered it that the fuel pump was cracked. With only 31,000 miles. After attempting to reach the dealer and the ford customer service program they told me that the vehicle is not covered under the recall issued by the federal safety agency. This vehicle seems to fall in every category other than a seven month difference on the build number. Ford said that they are unable to assist me in recovering my money for a recall that is on the same year make model and trim level.

Filed May 8, 2018 · Fuel system · 48,000 miles · FL

I received a recall notice in jan 2018 but the ford dealer has been unable to obtain the parts necessary to make the repair as of 5/8/18. The recall states a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire so I am very concerned having to drive my automobile. Today I was told they have no idea if/when they will be able to get the parts in.

Filed Apr 26, 2018 · Fuel system · 870,000 miles · CT

There is fuel leaking out from the recalled location part. Ford and the ford dealership are waiting on backordered parts with no eta for nearly 8 weeks since we first reported the leak on march 5, 2018. They have offered no loaner car and the dealership has not even seen the vehicle due to the fact that they don't expect to have the part anytime soon. The car is sitting in the driveway drying out meanwhile I am making payments on a car that cannot be driven or repaired. I have made several phone calls to both ford motor company with the original case number cas-14437322-w6l8v8 dealing with roberta webb, ford customer service manager. Myself and my husband have spoken several times to the dealership service manager at shaker ford in watertown, ct where the vehicle was originally purchased. I feel as if this issue is being mishandled and redirected and that it is taking far too long to reach a reasonable resolution.

Filed Apr 19, 2018 · Engine, Fuel system · 64,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle had a fuel leak. The contact was advised to contact the ford dealer for any recalls. Tom masano ford lincoln (1600 lancaster ave, reading, pa) was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Mar 1, 2018 · Fuel system · 74,992 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called anderson ford of clinton (1001 state route 10 west, clinton, il 61727, 217‑935‑3106) and was informed that a part was missing with the kit, which was necessary to provide the recall repair. The contact was informed that the repair would take approximately one week. The contact called the dealer and was informed that the parts were backordered and they could not provide an estimated timeframe for the recall repair. The contact stated that fuel was leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact attempted to call the manufacturer, but unable to speak with a representative. The approximate failure mileage was 74,992. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 13, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 57,000 miles · PA

Driving and car went into power failure mode and wrench displayed on dash display. Found paperwork about throttle body safety recall. Decided to have safety recall 16s41 fuel module done also since it was going in for work. On sept 5, 2017 took to keystone ford chambersburg 717‑264‑5104. After both repairs done I was starting car to leave- had very long crank time. Had service person come out to hear and he said" sounds like your starters going bad". Left ford and car continued with long crank times- never had this problem before they worked on it. Took back on sept 8,2017- they found nothing but said I needed new fuel pump $700.00. I complained because they had worked on the fuel pump and then it went bad!! Clayton black offered me to do the fiel pump for $509 and no cost for labor. Also if not fixed don't have to pay for work done. Went to parson's interstate ford shippensburg for 2nd opinion. They said they could do the fuel pump for $474 which included labor! When parson's removed the fuel pump they said a ring was loose and would have eventually leaked gas- would have been dangerous. Keystone didn't have it on correctly! I want keystone to pay for the fuel pump repair they caused the damage to- $499.