2016 Ford Escape: brake failure

Filed Jul 2, 2025 · Acceleration, Transmission · MD

The vehicle experienced multiple critical system failures within one week of purchase: Transmission failure (slipping, delayed shifting, and stalling during acceleration) Braking system malfunction (brakes jump or pulse when pressed, inconsistent stopping) Fluid leakage inside the cabin near the gas and brake pedals (believed to be either brake fluid or transmission fluid) The vehicle is currently undrivable and can be made available for inspection upon request. The vehicle became a severe safety hazard while I was operating it with my infant child in the car. The brakes were unresponsive and unpredictable, creating near-miss situations when trying to stop. The transmission failure caused stalling at intersections and hesitation when accelerating, putting me at risk of being rear-ended. The fluid leak near the pedals presents a possible fire hazard or the risk of further brake failure. I feared for my life and my child’s safety. The problem has not been confirmed by a mechanic yet because the dealership, Platinum Auto Sales in Arlington, VA, refused to take the vehicle back or inspect it after I reported the issues. I was dismissed when I returned to report the failures. I am currently seeking an independent inspection, but I want this formally documented as an urgent safety matter. I am in the process of filing reports with the Federal Trade Commission, state consumer protection, and local police regarding fraud and sale of a dangerous vehicle. I can make the vehicle available for inspection by the federal safety agency or a certified safety inspector. There were no warning lights or error messages at the time of purchase. The problems appeared within 24–48 hours of driving the vehicle: Difficulty shifting and hesitation when accelerating began almost immediately Brake issues and pedal fluid leakage appeared by Day 3 By Day 5, the vehicle became unsafe to drive altogether

Filed Jul 12, 2023 · Brakes · TX

Driving down the highway a vehicle pulled in front of me stepped on brakes and peddle was hard, had no brakes, got it towed home and found the pump drive coupling part # bb5z-6k269-a, the bolt head sheared off inside the cam shaft housing causing the vacuum pump not to work causing no brakes.

Filed Aug 5, 2022 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · WA · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while shifting the gear shifter to Reverse(R) out of a parking space, the vehicle inadvertently drove forward over two curves before crashing into two vehicles and then rolled backward and crashed into a third vehicle. Additionally, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle while the brake pedal was depressed. The air bags were not deployed upon impact. The contact sustained back pain from the collision; however, no medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop and was not yet deemed totaled by the insurance company. Prior to the failure, the dealer was contacted but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 7, 2020 · Brakes · 71,000 miles · TX

Brakes failed without warning driving down the highway with my family and breaks went out without any warning lights any noise of pump failer, had to drive in the median grass to avoid a collision that would have killed my family. The part that failed is the brake vacuum pump part # bb5z-2a451-c it looks as if an internal part inside this pump failed causing metal shavings and failing the pump. A similar issue regarding the same pump in the f-150 was recalled in canada.

Filed Jul 6, 2019 · 81,236 miles · NC

"takata recall". When driving a loud sound is heard at the rear of the passenger side of the vehicle. This sound goes on and off and then the vehicle starts to shake, the brake goes to the floor and then there is no way you can control the vehicle and everything shuts down . This happens while I was in the middle lane driving on a city street. This was a scary experience. This same sound happen three times before but the car did not shut down, the vehicle shake after the sounds but I continue driving. My last experience was frightening and I don't think that this vehicle is safe to drive because with that sudden stop I could have been rear end. My life was in danger with my passenger and also the truck driver who came up behind me blowing because he did not know what was going on. To be in that situation by seeing a vehicle coming towards you and your vehicle is stationery in the road and in the end the person who rear end you would be at fault. This keep on happening and I think this is a danger to the driver and passengers, the public because this vehicle cannot be controlled when this happens. I am scared to drive the vehicle after that incident

Filed Jun 16, 2016 · Suspension · 28 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford escape. The contact stated that all four spindles were rusted out. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 28....updated 01/24/17 *bf consumer stated excessive rust transmission, burning wires, slipping brake failure updated 06/12/18