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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FMCU9GD8KUA83540 · Checked Aug 4, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 14

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1FMCU9GD8KU•••••• 2019 Ford ESCAPE

This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2019 Ford ESCAPE build (14 vs 6).

14on this build
538on the model
96builds in total
Most reported Engine 7 Engine And Engine Cooling 3 Electrical System 2 Power Train 2

What owners of this build wrote

Engine Jun 2026
I received a check engine light, code P0303, misfire Cylinder 3. There is evidence my engine was overheating as the spark plug associated with cylinder 3 was melted and unable to be removed. I took my vehicle to Ford to diagnose the issue and was advised there was coolant…
Engine And Engine Cooling Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle started to overheat and lost motive power. A message stating that the vehicle was overheating was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The temperature gauge increased…
Unknown Or Other Jun 2025
Backup camera will stay on for a short time after switching from R to D. It will switch while driving down the road. Also the lighting continues to switch light to dark while driving during the day
Power Train Nov 2024
Transmission failed at 59000 miles had it replaced and it’s failing again a year later
Steering Jan 2022
It was power steering failure while in operation. The vehicle has been inspected by a mechanic, who cleared the error code, but the problem persists. It is an internal failure in the power steering. The consumer stated the power steering failed while the vehicle was eing…
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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 1FMCU9GD8KUA83540 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.