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1FMCU04101K••••••2001 Ford ESCAPE
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2001 Ford ESCAPE build (11 vs 6).
11on this build
795on the model
128builds in total
Most reportedEngine And Engine Cooling 4Service Brakes 3Electrical System 3Hydraulic 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesMay 2012
No pressure when depressing brake to make emergency stop. Pedal went to floor. No prior indication of any problem. On inspection, front left brake hose had ruptured causing total loss of all braking capability. Extremely lucky not to be going 70 mph on the freeway! Still waiting…
Engine And Engine CoolingSep 2007
Oil cooler failed, oil was burnt off with no check oil light or engine notice and engine failure occurred. Engine threw a rod and the engine needed replacement
Vehicle Speed ControlAug 2005
In may 2005 the accelerator cable stuck wide open on my 2001 ford escape (v-6 engine automatic transmission) this happened in my driveway when I punched down on the pedal very hard. There is a plastic cover on top of the engine that must be removed in order to see where the…
SteeringAug 2001
While the escape is driving at no particular speed, the steering wheel tugs a little then it locks completely up, then the brakes fail, the engine light comes on and the only way to get the car to stop is to use the emergency brake. My escape has done this three times since I…
TiresJun 2001
Tire thumping was noticed after 6k mile servicing. Dealership acknowledged thumping and has ordered tire replacement. Surface defect noticed on tread. The vehicle was not involved in any accident or driven in abnormal or on rough road surfaces. No other complaints on these…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FMCU04101KB34481 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.