2018 Ford Escape technical service bulletins
173 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Ford Escape.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- Some 2014-2020 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape vehicles may be equipped with a 1.5L Ecoboost engine that uses...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the...
- Condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup...
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine â Short Block...
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine
- 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Some 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2018 C-MAX, 2014-2019 Escape, 2014-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge...
- In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected
- Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022...
- Some 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ and 2017-2019 Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may...
- Condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2021 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2021...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- Condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup...
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the...
- Binding/shudder and/or bump/clunk from the rear drive unit (RDU) when turning at low speeds and parking...
- Some 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2018 C-MAX, 2013-2019 Escape, 2014-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge...
- Rolling idle after an engine repair that required the crankshaft pulley removal, or a drive belt component...
- Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu
- Oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app , incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- Volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls...
- Fuse F34 open with an illuminated MIL and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0034, P023A, P0245, P0480,...
- Inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020...
- Bump or clunk from the rear drive unit (RDU) when turning at low speeds and parking lot maneuvers
- Coolant intrusion into the cylinder bores
- Some customers may experience a notification in the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps that indicates their...
- 2016-2019
- Ssm 48619
- Attachments: A new Service Advisor to Customer interaction video is now available
- Ssm 48558 - 2017-2020
- Coolant intrusion into the cylinder bores
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P051B stored in the...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 19B37 Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with...
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2139 to update the production fix date
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after...
- 'Trailer Connected' or 'Trailer Disconnected' message in the vehicle's message center with no trailer...
- Persistent message in the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app advising, Your vehicles software is being updated
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape with 1.5L engine may exhibit coolant usage and white smoke from...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function
- Distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface
- For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not...
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape vehicles with 1.5L Ecoboost engine exhibiting coolant...
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Auto start/stop, no auto restart concern with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P164C. A revised crankshaft...
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04F0 and/or P144C stored...
- On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the...
- Ssm 47948 - 2010-2019
- Ssm 47937 - 2019 mkc, 2018-2019
- Ssm 47909 - 2017-2019
- Inability to program and/or no electrical power after installation of a service part body control module...
- Damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone)
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape equipped with 1.5L Ecoboost engine may exhibit coolant...
- Power liftgate that bounces back and/or will not cinch to the fully closed position
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles...
- Concern with a trailer lamp out warning and/or blind spot information system (BLIS) not available warning...
- Customer perceived concern of a FDIM screen flicker during transitions between day/night mode and/or...
- Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system
- Intermittent alarm activation with lights flashing and the horn sounding after a loud noise and/or...
- Intermittent loss of satellite radio reception while displaying an acquiring signal message when driving...
- Pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'....
- Timing belt saw or chirp type noise at idle while the vehicle is in transport mode
- Concern of not able to program and/or no electrical power after installation of a service part Body...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang,...
- 2013-2019
- For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related...
- Vibration at highway speeds above 80 Km/h (50 MPH) which may be attributed to short term flat spotting in...
- Vibration attributed to the tires
- 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration,...
- Coolant consumption and white smoke concern
- Fuse F34 open, an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0034, P023A, P0245, P0480, P0481,...
- Android Auto Preference menu selection is not present after an update to version 3.0 software
- Immediate engine shut off with or without diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1594 stored in the BCM after...
- Inoperative heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system display and no HVAC operation after a...
- Concern of not able to program and/or no electrical power after installation of a service part BCM....
- Acquiring Signal message with a loss of satellite radio reception while driving in unobstructed areas
- Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost, 2013-2018 Fusion vehicles equipped...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P04DB and/or P051B stored in the powertrain control...
- Fuse F34 open, an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0034, P023A, P0245, P0480, P0481,...
- Inoperative heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system display and no HVAC operation after a...
- 2015-2018
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- BLIS and CTA fault messages in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)...
- If a trailer hitch receiver is installed on a 2013-2018 Escape or 2015-2019 MKC vehicle equipped with a...
- Inoperative speed compensated volume feature
- Oily substance near the bellhousing area that could be perceived as an engine oil leak
- Damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone)
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P051B stored in the powertrain control module (PCM)....
- Illuminated MIL (wrench) lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P061E stored in the powertrain control...
- Immediate engine shut off with or without diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1594 stored in the BCM after...
- Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input
- Intermittent blue or black screen
- Lack of A/C cooling performance during PDI. This may be due to a insufficient/low refrigerant charge
- Certain 2018 Model Year Escape and MKC Vehicles
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction indicator (wrench) lamp with DTC P061E stored in the powertrain control...
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in the powertrain control...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Timing belt saw or chirp type noise at idle while the vehicle is in transport mode
- Certain 2018 Model Year Escape and MKC Vehicles
- Various 2018 vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 automatic system updates via WI-FI are unable to...
- Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...
- Illuminated MIL on with DTC P051B. This DTC sets if the crankcase pressure sensor voltage is greater than...
- Runs rough condition with DTCs P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 and/or P0316
- Engine shut off after using the remote start function to start the vehicle with DTC P1594 stored in the...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Illuminated MIL on with DTC P051B. This DTC sets when the PCM detects a sensor offset greater than a...
- Fuse F34 open, an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0034, P023A, P0245, P0480, P0481,...
- 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use...
- Inoperative climate or radio controls with DTCs U2100, U0140 in the FCIM or DTC U0164 in the body control...
- The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with...
- Fluid leak from the PTU intermediate shaft seal
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Concern of the air distribution and temperature controls becoming locked after 5 minutes when the vehicle...
- Water stained headliner after the vehicle has experienced a water leak from areas such as the roof opening...
- No start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement
- Vibration at highway speeds above 80 Km/h (50 MPH) which may be attributed to short term flat spotting in...
- Some owners of 2013-2018 Escape vehicles may complain of the rear license plate viewed in the lower...
- Some 2017-2018 Fusion/MKZ/MKC/MKX/Continental with all audio systems and 2017-2018 Escape with Sony audio...
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