![]() Think you have a lemon? Sit back and let the experts work out your lemon case at no cost to you. Of course, these are three things that don’t talk about integrity, durability or safety – all of which the Escape fails with. Instead, the company hopes no one will notice and will simply focus on the “style, comfort and fun” instead. There are no communications related to the visibility concerns presented above. This is the only time that Ford has chosen to remain quiet. I have had to resort to putting the mirror up and down vs. I also asked if the mirror can be swapped out for a smaller one. I have spoken to people in every country who do not know how to get me to the right department. I have tried calling Ford, but have been told they have no safety department. When I need to look to the right I have to bend down or lean over. It literally blocks anything in that area, anyone on the sidewalk etc. The equipment that the rear view mirror is attached to is huge and the mirror is such that it blocks a major part of the view to the right, especially when I am on a curvy road. “Nothing has happened yet…but a few very close calls. That’s what’s discussed in this NHTSA complaint. Without proper sight around the SUV, anything could go wrong. Rounding out the list are some concerns with the visibility. However, it might be time to “escape” this SUV once and for all. Again, there’s no sense in Ford trying to hide the trouble and it’s commendable that the company acknowledges how much of a lemon this vehicle is. Car is driving very rough but they said that is to be expected with new transmission and I have to give it 500 to 1000 miles before it will be smoother.”Īdditionally, Service Bulletin #TSB 19-2386 says that there could be intermittent reverse engagement problems due to a contaminated main control valve body separator plate orifice. I take my 2 little 5 lb chihuahuas everywhere with me but they said I could not put them in a loaner car. Took the dealership 30 days to install one. ![]() One more Edmunds review says, “Never paid this much for a vehicle but I test drove the Escape and loved it. However, the problems go beyond that with the Escape. With the powertrain consisting of the transmission, customers will issue complaints if the drive isn’t smooth. That’s the first step in any self-help program. ![]() In relation to the other issues, replacing bad parts with more defective components isn’t going to solve anything, but at least Ford recognizes the problems. This is something that Ford engineers will need to work on. ![]() It states that the app doesn’t actually remotely start the vehicle as it should. Apparently, Ford is aware of the camera problem, but the replacement cameras give the same problem.”Įven Ford talks about troubles with Service Bulletin #SSM 48833. Our local Ford Service Department is aware of these problems (and actually saw the back-up camera go spastic). This happened after start-up and the screen took a long time to boot up. Once, the SYNC 3 screen was extremely hot to the touch and the controls were frozen. “Back-up camera erratic, blind-spot indicator on passenger side mirror erratic, lift-gate opens sometimes just by walking behind vehicle or will come down on its own when open. One NHTSA complaint lists a bunch of features that simply don’t work. Again, Ford simply can’t make good on promises when installing defective equipment inside the SUV. Moving away from the structure, it’s time to look at the electrical system, which runs throughout the entire vehicle. Interestingly enough, the Escape tagline doesn’t mention being built for safety, because this is one area it can’t deliver. NHTSA Campaign Number 20V415000 says that some vehicles are also equipped with an improperly crimped diffuser in side curtain air bags, which could prevent deployment. Of course, they still have the air bags to protect them. If this is missing, the occupant might suffer a larger injury during an accident. It turns out that almost 640,000 vehicles have recliner mechanisms on the seats that could be missing an important component for strength. NHTSA Campaign Number 19V633000 discusses the defective seats that prompted a recall. It turns out, this isn’t the only structure issue. The plastic pillar trim is very loose and doesn’t even meet the window rubber trim. The window seals and seams have visible gaps. After driving for a week, I noticed the poor seams and finishes. Here’s one such complaint left on the Edmunds website. With the Ford Escape, customers can’t stop complaining about structure-related concerns that appear to affect the integrity. If the bones aren’t good, it’s impossible to have a relaxing drive.
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