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1FMCU0G97HU••••••2017 Ford ESCAPE
This build is quieter than most: 7 complaints against 23 for the average 2017 Ford ESCAPE build.
7on this build
2610on the model
113builds in total
Most reportedEngine And Engine Cooling 3Engine 2Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingFeb 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, she noticed the water meter gauge was lower than normal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic and was diagnosed with coolant…
EngineDec 2024
Vehicle was quoted a 7400 dollar engine repair for a coolant intrusion issues from a defect in the engine block. The dealership stated that the engine could fail if the engine wasn’t replaced in ample time
Power TrainSep 2024
Cold intrusion into the engine causing major repair, including full engine replacement
Engine And Engine CoolingNov 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the turbo charger became inoperable. The contact noticed smoke emerging from the vehicle, and the vehicle started losing motive power, and decelerated to 35 MPH. The contact checked the oil and noticed…
Power TrainDec 2022
The vehicle shudders while it is being driven. We took it to the dealership and they advised us that the torque converter is bad. They said the transmission needs to be replaced or rebuilt. There is a recall on the Edge, Fusion and currently not on the Escape
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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 1FMCU0G97HUD77074 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.