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1FMCU9DG5BK••••••2012 Ford ESCAPE
This build draws 3.5× more complaints than the average 2012 Ford ESCAPE build (16 vs 5).
16on this build
522on the model
113builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedPower Train 6Vehicle Speed Control 5Engine 3Steering 3
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireDec 2024
The contact owned a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, as the contact was approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, it failed to stop as intended. The contact moved to the other lane when the vehicle came to a stop.…
SteeringFeb 2021
I stopped before entering a traffic circle. When starting and turning right to enter the traffic circle, my power steering seized up. It didn't just go dead -- it started vibrating and I could feel the motor actively resisting any steering movement. There was no audible warning…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2016
The contact owns a 2011 ford escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V777000 (fuel system, gasoline) over a year ago. The dealer (bob poynter ford, inc., 526 s jackson park dr, seymour, in 47274, (812) 522-2040) scheduled an appointment and then…
Vehicle Speed ControlMar 2016
While merging onto the interstate the the car suddenly began to accelerate at full throttle. Temp ~30 deg, road - dry pavement odometer: 110367.0 miles. The throttle body was replaced in september 2015 by the ford dealer, as well as a new exhaust system at the same time. The…
Power TrainOct 2015
I was driving along the highway and my ride shuddered some and lost acceleration, my engine light came on then the wrench symbol came on and it has stayed on. It's giving a throttle/ powertrain error. I've done some research and I've seen a lot of complaints concerning this…
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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 1FMCU9DG5BKB70368 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.