Intermittent check engine light (happens when in park or when driving). Hooked up to code reader and got p026b7; found online that the the engine coolant bypass valve is defective, but not recalled (tsb 13-02-15). Dealer confirms code and that engine coolant bypass valve is defective and should be replaced but referenced tsb 16-0052. Despite the part being so defective it has been discontinued, redesigned, and replaced the dealer claims it isn't covered under any form of warranty.
2013 Ford Escape engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle overheated and stalled and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the instrument panel indicators illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to a dealer. On different occasions, the contact smelled an abnormal fuel odor coming from the ventilation. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure, but noticed that coolant was missing. The contact continued to refill the coolant in the vehicle, but it continued to deplete. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: cas12347863. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
My 2013 escape is having all of the issues that are talked about in the recall of 2014 escapes regarding low engine coolant causing engine fires. The water pump has already needed to be replaced and now the "low engine coolant" warning comes on repeatedly. Why are 2013 escapes not included in the recall announced in march?
Our escape developed a cracked cylinder head that is allowing coolant to leak into the engine. We purchased it used less than two years ago. At the time it had 55k miles and no active recalls. Currently there is 65k miles on the escape. Multiple recalls for this engine has been issued many have which resulted in a similar engine problem. Supposedly ford has performed the recall work this our car, but this problem has come up. They want us to pay for the repair work even though it seems likely that it's related to recall repairs that were not correctly completed. The recalls associated with this engine are #13v583000, 12v551000, 12v431000. The first involves a cracked head and the other two involve leaking coolant (we've lost an entire reserve tank in a short period of time). When we took it in the first time to have it checked they performed a pressure test and could not locate any coolant leaks and told us to continue driving it until it registered with low coolant again. This second time was when we brought it in and they told us about the cracked cylinder head.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving unknown speeds, a fuel odor entered the vehicle and the engine seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel line was ruptured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.
I was driving on highway 70 into kansas city with my two young children. I noticed the vehicle smoking and pulled over onto an off ramp. I popped the hood and before I could completely open it, more smoke came billowing out. I quickly grabbed my children out of the vehicle and within 30 seconds the engine was engulfed in flames.
My car will not hold coolant. Has been to shop many times.overheats. Shuts down. A huge recall on this however ford won't fix mine because it was already recalled for same reason in 2014 and supposedly fixed. It's dangerous and ford won't work w me at all. Engines have been reported engine fires due to this. Has happened about 20 times in a year and a half. They won't fix it.
Car is loosing coolant and smoking when started. Car smells like something is burning.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving, smoke emitted from the front end of the vehicle and the temperature gauge displayed that the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that coolant had leaked into the engine cylinder and caused the engine to fail. As a result, the technician stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v209000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 67,000.
After short drives and usually a 15 minute to 30 minute rest, the car starts up but after short drives the car begins to stall out like fuel is cut off and dies after driving a very short distance. Putting the car in neutral and giving it gas does not stabilize the car and it dies. Does do this all the time but it has happened 7 or 8 times over a 2 month period.. The mechanic finds nothing wrong and no service info from ford
Car has been losing coolant during the past year. I have added coolant whenever low-level alarm came on, and taken to mechanic multiple times without any leak being discovered. Coolant needs to be added at least once a month. I noticed a recall on 2014 1.6l ford escapes for this issue, but the same problem exists with my 2013 1.6l.
Coolant light came on and after coolant was added the check engine light came on and what not go out. Also every time I added fuel my vehicle would not start. Each time I would add fuel it took several tries to start the engine. Every other day I would not be able to start the engine for hours. I took the car in to a ford dealership for inspection I had several codes come up. A failed coolant bypass valve was replaced as well as a fuel pressure sensor. Codes (p 0087) (p 018 c) (p 26 b 7) (p 1450) the restraints module control replacement and did a coolant system flush. After extensive work and over almost $2,000 spent my vehicle engine light keeps coming on and I continue to have trouble starting my vehicle after adding fuel every single time. The fuel issue really worries me because whenever I get out of my vehicle I smell gas and don't think that is normal. I really hope I can get this resolved soon because I cannot go without driving but I am loosing sleep as well as being very nervous when I have to refuel. Please help me resolve this issue as soon as possible because I am starting to regret choosing a ford!!!!!!
Coolant leak that could cause possible fire, 12v551000 still not resolved for my car. Smell of vaporizing coolant every time I accelerate, coolant depletes way faster than a normal car. Mechanics don't find leaks in hoses or lines.
Since the recall on the coolant system, the coolant low warning has come on several times. I have been told by ford service managers several times that the closed system has an air bubble in it. However, the coolant level is low and does require additional fluid. The low coolant warning comes on at start up (ignition). Once it goes on, it may stay on or go off and on over several days. There has never been evidence of a leak identified by a service technician or in fluid left after parking (puddling). The engine routinely smells hot after driving 10 minutes or more.
Check engine light on. When I start the car it shakes really bad.
We own an escape 2013, and the car overheated at 40mph. The coolant level was low despite we service and replenish its fluids levels every 3000 to 4000 miles. I called our local dealer in augusta ga and they stated they only see one door latch recall for our vehicle and since our car warranty has expired they will not fix the problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While the vehicle was stationary, coolant leaked from the engine and the check engine warning indicator illuminated without warning. The dealer replaced the coolant, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,500.
My vehicle is telling me my coolant is low but it is not its also telling me im due for an oil change and has been coming off and on for the past 10 months ive had it serviced numberous(8) times had my coolant flushed and sensors checked. Had it serviced at the place I bought it and at airport ford. Even had my motor replaced 5 months ago. This issue is keeping me from driving my vehicle because once its (hot) it will shut the vehicle down..I can get in it start it after not driving it for hrs and pull out of my driveway and it says its over-heating. And will say stop safely. And the vehicle will shut down. Ive been stranded 3 times from this happening. I check the coolant and its not low or over full. I really hope nothing happens while im driving or when I have my 3 yr old daughter in the car with me. Thank god its only been on my way home from work.the place were I bought the vehicle has my paperwork for the replacement of the motor. And the cost.
The engine will randomly stall and turn off displaying the red oil lamp and red battery light. This happens when the car is cold and has just turned on, and started to move.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. The contact stated that there was a premature coolant leak. The vehicle overheated and was unable to be driven. The dealer diagnosed that the coolant valve prematurely fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer excluded the vehicle from a recall to address the coolant valve. The dealer asked the contact to pick up the vehicle after receiving the repair. The manufacturer provided no solution. The failure mileage was not available.
Vehicle overheated numerous times while in motion and at rest on the highway and on city streets. Temperature spiked suddenly at random. Checked coolant levels. Coolant was low, so additional coolant was added. Happened 3 times before taking into ford dealer. Engine was torn down to block. Coolant line was found leaking into engine. Coolant was found in cylinder 3. A groove formed in the engine block. Head gasket failed because of this. According to the ford dealership, nothing could have been done to cause or prevent this. There was no way of knowing that the damage was occuring. Spoke with ford representatives. Since the vehicle was approx. 12,000 miles outside of warranty, no repairs or reimbursement would be provided by them. Spoke with the extended warranty reps. Because the part that initially failed was a non-lubricated part, no services would be covered. The cost to repair the engine is $9,411. Cost to tear the engine apart and diagnose was $1585.08. Bought this vehicle at 62,000 miles in good faith that this was a reliable vehicle. All service was done on time with recommended service, with service records on hand
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While attempting to drive the vehicle, the engine shook violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. When the driver attempted to drive the vehicle, the temperature warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the heater hose failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,015.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the "engine malfunction" indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 5 MPH, the vehicle's temperature warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled over and discovered that there was no coolant in the reservoir. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the heating element had failed. The vehicle was repaired, but vehcile still leaks coolant. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 83,058. Updated 06/02/17*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the coolant bypass valve needed to be replaced. The contact also took the vehicle to two other independent mechanics who provided the same diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Our 1.6l escape's check engine light came on. Dealer diagnosed bad oxygen sensor w/fix cost of $350 & although we had both a premium pre-paid maintenance plan & extended warranty in effect, both dealer & ford indicated this emissions repair was not covered (ford extended warr. To 75k mi due to # of recalls). We could not afford dealer cost so forced to seek alternative shop or car would fail emissions inspection. Repair shop stated root cause of bad sensor was fluid dripping from directly above sensor which due to extensive buildup, appeared to be long time problem (which ford dealer never noticed in 73k miles of regular servicing??!!). This car is a total piece of crap. Given 14 recalls, 89 tsbs & nearly 600 complaints, ford should be forced to buy these cars back!
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer could not identify the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
2013 ford escape sel stalling when accelerating from a stop. This has happened several times with my wife driving the car. We've taken it into the local ford dealership only to be told they cant replicate issue. Driving the car to work today (my wife now drives my car for safety concerns), the escape hesitated when pulling out of the parking lot and onto the road. Have another appointment to have it looked at but will probably be told that it can't be replicated. This car only has 60k miles and is totally worthless, and unsafe to drive.
Driving my 2013 ford escape sel with only 52000 miles on it home from shopping in reno, nevada. I was in washoe valley, nv when I though the high winds were keeping my car from speeding up, when I could not accelerate I pulled to the slow lane and then onto the shoulder. I put the car in park and look at my dash to see if I was overheating or any other issues were apparent. My dash showed nothing wrong at all. No lights or warnings of any kind. The gages were all running normal. I put my car in park and within a second or two a large very black billow of smoke came up back part of the engine nearest to he drivers side window. Then second later larger fire flames came right behind it that went over the top of my car. My car went up in flames in just moments. I had to jump from the burning car to safely.
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