Ford Escape premature wear problems

Filed Jan 1, 2025 · Brakes, Engine · MN

My engine check light came on and it said Engine Fault Service Now, with a wrench signal exposed. Then I could hardly stop the vehicle , it became very difficult to apply the brakes, using all of my body weight applied to stop the vehicle. I immediately brought it to O’Reily’s auto place and had a diagnostic test run on the vehicle. Multiple default code come up. P1016, p0365, p0299,p164D p0369,p0443,p0456,p1450. Brought it to the Ford dealership, upon inspection the diagnosis Evap system related disc on this line , tested evap system, found canister purge valve to be broken , tech notes that this is a non Oem part. Advised to replace purge valve and hose assembly. Also discovered that vacuum pump not pulling vacuum, advise to replace pump and reset. Upon removal of the vacuum pump, found pump cam lobe twisted off , vacuum pump is seized, cam replacement is seized , cam replacement will be required. Also both front axel boots are torn, spewing grease all over, recommend replacing both axels, leak p2 pinion value, left back axel leaking, both back brake rotors and pads worn 2mm in the red, coolant level low possible leak. Also is discovered that there was a non ford part purge valve that shouldn’t be there. Estimated cost is 8,500-9000 dollars could be more

Filed Jan 11, 2023 · Brakes, Transmission · CT

This 2018 Ford Escape Titanium has 32,000 miles on is experiencing chronic, substantive defects in the rear powertrain. Specifically, it is having its second replacement rear differential unit (RDU) installed. This means it will have worn out 3 RDU's in 32,000 miles. -Original RDU was replaced at ~23,000 miles and failed ~30,000 miles. Third RDU in vehicle's life is currently being installed. Additionally, this vehicle has already had its Power Transfer Unit (PTU) replaced at 22,000 miles and is now on its third set of rear brake rotors. My contention is that there are serious, substantive defects in the vehicles rear powertrain causing premature wearing of the brakes and potential for serious accidents related to the loss of rear differential control and brake damage.

Filed Jun 15, 2022 · Brakes · VA

Car with 32000 miles has brakes and rotors worn out and need replacing the same week that long block needs replacing. Is this low quality materials? Confirmed by dealer.

Filed Feb 17, 2022 · Brakes · MI

1) Flapping noise from left front brake. New car with less than 3,300 miles on it. Taken to dealer. Found to have BOTH front brake rotors warped. 2) Dealer STILL has not contacted us about parts availability for recall on brakes (Nov 2021) Please note that this is the 3rd complaint filed on the same vehicle. Other complaint numbers are 11452046 and 11452039.

Filed Jan 21, 2021 · Brakes · 32,000 miles · NY

At the 32,000 mile routine service the rear brake rotors and pads had to be replaced for, imho, premature wear. Both rear rotors were deeply scored on their outside faces, while the outside pads were worn down their wear slots and the inside pads were hardly worn at all. The service manager said this was normal wear and tear and blamed the uneven wear on dirty pad slide pins. He couldn't account for the deep scoring. My experience over 6 decades of vehicles is that pads should last 40,000 miles and rotors 100,000 miles or more.

Filed Oct 1, 2020 · Brakes · 14,000 miles · OH

Rear brake rotors are rusted and have deep grooves with obvious brake pad wear to the point of being unsafe. This vehicle is under warranty and has been to the dealership for this issue only to be told this is normal. Have been told by the dealership employee this is a known problem with this model dating back to 2013 and the manufacturer will not address the defect. I had this problem with my previous 2014 exact model and had to replace the rear brakes at my exspence even though it to was under factory warranty.

Filed Dec 3, 2019 · Wheels · 66,321 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford escape. While the vehicle was at an unknown dealer for routine maintenance, the dealer attempted to rotate the tires and found that the lug nuts were prematurely worn. The dealer had to use a screwdriver and hammer to release the lug nuts. The manufacturer was contacted and the lug nuts were replaced. The failure mileage was 66,321. *mp

Filed May 7, 2018 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · PA

At around 40k miles I started to notice pulsating when I apply the brakes. More pulsating the harder brakes are applied. At slower speed, near stopping I can hear clicking souind as well in the brakes. At 45k miles the rear brakes and "warped" rotors were replaced by the dealer. The front brakes have sufficient thickness so they did not require replacement. But the front brakes continue the problem of pulsating / vibration upon applying the brakes. This is not normal and should not be happening after only 40k miles. Dealer says it is not dangerous and warped rotors should be replaced when brake pads are replaced. I should not have to put up with vibration, noise and inconvenience of this problem. I do mormal street and highway driving.

Filed Mar 16, 2016 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · MI

Excessive rear brake wear resulting in need for new rotors and pads at less than 20k miles. Owner has complained to dealer at that time and was told system was ok. By 30k miles rear brakes had to be replaced due to severe scoring of rotors and pads worn through. Vehicle is driven safely: not charging stop signs, backing off for stale green lights, etc. Very little brake usage to slow down in this vehicle. Rear rotors and pads have been replace and it was found that very little to no lube was found on the caliper pins. Fronts have been inspected and are not going to need attention for many more miles. It appears that the balance between stopping between the front and rear brakes may be a design problem. Rear rotor diameter to front rotor diameter is 300mm to 330mm which may be too little swept area versus inadequate front pressure. Front pads will be replaced to establish a new baseline for comparison. Ford was notified via phone and email to little or no satisfaction. I'm surprised that a formerly responsive company has gotten so far behind in customer complaint handling. Checking the web, numerous instances of this type of performance have been found. It is my opinion that a "concern" should be opened immediately. Even my selling dealer is unresponsive, yet ford personnel could not suggest an alternative dealer nor share dealer ratings with their customer. This vehicle has been plagued by numerous recalls already and there are yet two more to be processed. A lot of good an extended warranty does one! Help please.

Filed Jan 1, 2012 · Seat belts, Transmission · 96,680 miles · CA

1. On or near november 19, 2011, a spring from the clutch pedal broke. It seems to be one that returns the pedal to its default position as I have to lift up on it from beneath with my foot to get it back to its regular height. I'm concerned that it may cause premature wear on the clutch if it does not return to its standard rest position. The spring broke while the car was parked before driving. --------------------------------- 2. In late 2011, I began to notice the driver's seat belt begin to fray on the bottom (lap side). This is my first experience with a seat belt wearing out, and I generally keep my vehicles at least ten years (all previously owned). I've had this one for only 3 1/2 years and it's a total of 6 years old.