I have a 2015 Ford Escape, and the rear view camera has been recalled. My rear camera that is inoperable has caused me almost several accidents. I feel very unsafe and the remedy to fix it has not been authorized yet. The safety of myself and others is largely put at risk. I am still waiting for parts to arrive at the Ford dealership so this recall can be taken care of. Until then, I do have an attorney on standby in case an accident does occur due to the failure of the rear view camera on the vehicle not working. Please be advised!
2015 Ford Escape electrical problems
137 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 62,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 137
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- typical mileage
- 62,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Instrument cluster/panel8
- Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer2
- Ignition: module1
- Horn1
- Body control module/bcm1
At what mileage
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Ford Escape electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2015 Ford Escape electrical
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Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured April 22, 2014, to June 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the engine may continue to run after the key or the START/STOP engine button is turned to off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
- Risk
- If the engine does not turn off as expected, someone could move the transmission shifter out of park and the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C06.
Recall number 15V436000 · Recall details
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to February 6, 2015, and Transit Connect vehicles manufactured May 11, 2014, to July 2, 2015. Due to a software incompatibility issue, the instrument panel cluster be inoperative including a blank multiple functional display (MFD), and non-functional warning chimes, messages and warning lights. Specific warning chimes, messages and warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Risk
- If the instrument cluster is inoperative, the driver of may not be warned of safety related issues such as low tire pressures or disabled air bags, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C03.
Recall number 15V406000 · Recall details
What 2015 Ford Escape owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The rear-view camera could display a blank or distorted image on the center display screen when the vehicle is in reverse. We also receive a message that the rear-view camera is unavailable on the center display screen.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated that the battery was drained. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The failure was persistent. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, however the failure was not duplicated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 300.
Ford has yet to provide a remedy to this recall nearly a year after being notified. the federal safety agency: #25V695 Recall: #25SA9 REAR VIEW CAMERA INSPECTION
Sound control module, can't hook up phone for hands free driving
At least once per day the back up camera goes black. While I am in the act of backing up or starting to back up. This has been happening for over 3 years. No one believed me at the dealership for years. Now there is a recall finally recognizing the issue and Ford can not fix it. I am left dealing with this. Also electrical issues with the car doors not opening with code or key fob, back windshield washer blades going off unexpectedly and they would not stop until I shut the entire car down.
theres an electrical problem concern the tcu my doors are locking and unlocking and the car is indicating ive had several accidents and i havent the radio is coming on automaticlly and the lights flicker and the horn turning signals and lights flicker and wont turn off unlesss i hit the key fob button im trying nto to get my groceries stolen or my vehicle tampered with and its hard if the components arnt working i dont care about the cause i just need a safe vehicle i dont have money to waiste i am trying to find a job and i cant afford the labor for a malware attack
Back up camera is STILL not working as intended. When backing up camera goes blank. This already an existing recall, but its been a long time since its been issued and I dont think they are trying to remedy it.
The battery keeps dying even though it's been tested and is good. Lights keep shorting out I've had to replace the brake light and wires twice. The coolant is disappearing causing the vehicle to overheat even after driving ahort diatances but no puddle is left to show a cracked tank or something similar.
Dash board panel comes on when you turn on the car, but once you put it in drive it automatically shuts off accept the rpm gauge, car goes into limp mode when driving and causes it to not allow any acceleration or movement of vehicle.
Questions about the 2015 Ford Escape electrical
Does the 2015 Ford Escape have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 137 complaints about the electrical of the 2015 Ford Escape, 12% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Escape electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 62,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Ford Escape electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 15V436000, 15V406000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Escape have the most electrical problems?
The Ford Escape model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (339 complaints), 2010 (217 complaints) and 2014 (216 complaints).
Other 2015 Ford Escape problems
Transmission 287Engine 273Driver assistance 188Steering 81Fuel system 57Body 36Locks 29Brakes 26Wheels 25Visibility 21Airbags 17Acceleration 14Seat belts 14Lights 13Suspension 13Seats 6Tires 5
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