![]() ![]() 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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