2007 Ford Escape Hybrid Consumer Discussions

Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems

• Re: Engine re-starts when decelerating [ajoseph1]

  Written by: cmothershed on Nov 26, 2011 7:44:14 AM

  Has Ford given you and help at all? I have a 2007 Escape Hybrid and just had the same issue no warning lights. It broke the 4th rod and piston from the oil pump. 100,000 mile warranty 3 months left and 70,000 miles on the engine and only 50,000 was engine running miles 20,000 was flat towed behind my class A motorhome. Did my oil changes no leaks ever but not ... Read More

Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance, Repair and Concerns

• hybridhell

  Written by: hybridhell on Apr 20, 2011 1:20:10 PM

  I bought my daughter a 2008 Escape Hybrid in December 2007. Fantastic vehicle for the first 3 years/50K miles...Then In January, 2011, she made a stop on the way home, got back into the escape, and when started, it revved to 2500 RPM. She turned it off, and on the re-start it revved to 3500 RPM. She went ahead and started driving & the RPM's came back down, but this has ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Squeaks & Rattles

• Re: 07" hybrid 4whl drive with load "clunk" from rear when put it in reverse [panahead]

  Written by: panahead on Feb 9, 2011 11:58:31 AM

  here is the dialogue between the ford dealer and the ford hotline... *Hotline Assistance Request* *VIN: *1FMCU59H57KB89844** *Vehicle: *2007 ESCAPE HYBRID** *RO Number: *105788** *Contact ID: *104295570** *Request Date: *01-13-2011** *Technician: *andrew g******* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Request Form Details:* *Description of vehicle concern:* thump noise rear on take off in reverse *Diagnostics performed:* checked suspension and driveline *Parts replaced:* none *Tech's question:* any known concerns? I removed the rear driveshaft and road tested. ... Read More

• 07" hybrid 4whl drive with load "clunk" from rear when put it in reverse

  Written by: panahead on Feb 9, 2011 11:19:52 AM

  i could use some help... i have a 2007 ford escape hybrid 4whl drive with aprx. 35k miles on it... it is run perfectly until about a month ago... when i put it into reverse there is a loud "clunk" noise coming from the rear of the car... i took it to the ford dealer and they have had the car for about a month...when they disconnected the drive shaft the ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: FEH 06 Brake Failure [bingo01]

  Written by: owlsnestkid on Jul 29, 2010 7:23:32 AM

  I did not report my exact same problem to the NHTSA. What is their contact information, I will definitely contact them. I emailed Ford back in February of this year (and even involved a local news investigative reporter, Susan Wornick, cc'd) and here was their (disappointing) response (and my original inquiry is below that): From: To: steve Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2010 9:49 AM Subject: Ford Motor Company > Dear Steve, ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: Ford Escpe Hybird v.s. Toyota 4Runner [misaak]

  Written by: russrdh on May 10, 2010 5:33:10 AM

  I purchased a 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid in November of 2008. Purchased used, it had 14,000 miles on it and it now has 50,000 miles. This car is GREAT! I did my research on the battery system before purchasing it and I would direct you to the articles on the Ford Escape Hybrid taxis used in San Francisco (Key words San Francisco Hybrid Taxis) look for the LA times article. Here's ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems

• Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [visionfixer]

  Written by: dgcarlson1 on Apr 20, 2010 2:51:49 PM

  The nitty gritty on the problem with my 2008 Escape hybrid shutting off. I took it the dealer (Capital Ford in Raliegh, NC). They stated the water pump went bad, and the traction battery filter had to be replaced. The new water pump was $325.69, and the traction battery filter was $32.00. The total for the labor was $256.83. Total for the EEC Pin Point Test was $2.70. (Grand total of ... Read More

• Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [hevincali]

  Written by: visionfixer on Apr 20, 2010 11:01:43 AM

  This happened to my wife's care last night. Her car is a 2008 with 43,000 miles. Driving on the freeway, the "Stop Safely Now" warning beeped on and she lost power. The powersteering and the ABS seemed to work fine and allowed her to pull over to the shoulder. She turned the engine off, called me and I asked her to see if the car would start. It did start and ... Read More

• Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [hybrids09]

  Written by: dgcarlson1 on Mar 28, 2010 4:16:49 PM

  I bought a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid in mid summer of 2007. The automobile has been great until now, March 2010. I have put 80,000 miles on it since I bought it 2.5 yrs ago. In the past two weeks the engine cuts off at high speed (60-70mph). A warning light comes on (looks like a red yield sign with an exclamation point) and dash display states "Stop slowly". There were ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: Meet the Members [KarenS]

  Written by: dgcarlson1 on Mar 28, 2010 3:09:11 PM

  I bought a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid in mid summer of 2007. The automobile has been great until now, March 2010. I have put 80,000 miles on it since I bought it 2.5 yrs ago. In the past two weeks the engine cuts off at high speed (60-70mph). A warning light comes on (looks like a red yield sign with an exclamation point) and dash display states "Stop slowly". There were ... Read More

• Re: 2006 FEH "Wrench" light [boopstar]

  Written by: russrdh on Jan 19, 2010 10:03:19 PM

  I had the same problem starting at around 40,000 miles on my 2007 Mariner Hybrid. It went away on it's own after a few days and hasn't re-occured. I can hear the vent door open and close now that the weather is warming up. We'll see what happens. Oh yeah, when I started on this site I owne a 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid. A red light runner wrecked that one, but ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Ford Escape Hybrid Engine life

  Written by: calcuttawala on Aug 16, 2009 3:10:34 PM

  I have an opportunity to purchase a Ford Escape Hybrid - 2007 with 80K miles on it from the company I work for. These are probably mostly highway miles. I like the vehicle and am wondering if this car would last another 80-100K with the appropriate maintenance? I am simply not 100% sold on the vehicle's durability and engine life. Thoughts?

• Re: 09 FEH pricing [mverburg]

  Written by: scottch on Dec 17, 2008 5:45:25 PM

  I put a deposit on an in-stock '08 in December 2007. The sales rep suggested that I take delivery between Christmas and New Years because Ford traditionally had some big incentives that week. I guess everyone is out of money and the factory and dealers want to close their books for the year. Sure enough, when I picked up the car after Christmas, there was a better deal than I had ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 5 Miles to work [richquick]

  Written by: mikesba on Apr 12, 2008 10:47:59 AM

  It's fairly simple. You can find out from the IRS website, the current $$ amount of the Tax Credit. The credit is available only for a certain number of Ford escape Hybrids (for the 2007, the credit lasted until Ford sold 60K FEH's). It is a Tax credit available only in the tax year of purchase. If you end up with little or no taxable income, then the credit isn't applicable ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: No info on 2009 aval at link [fmorriso]

  Written by: drlarsen on Feb 13, 2008 8:29:32 AM

  It was the other link in that same post, which appears now dead. I know for certain it showed 2009 start up dates because I had a discussion with people about what I should do if I didn't receive my 2008 FEH soon. The original link (no longer working) was: http://www.donlen.com/buildstart_trucks_ford.asp Fortunately, Google's cache still has it: Google Cache In case that link stops working, here's what the page says: Ford ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Press Request

  Written by: KarenS on May 10, 2007 12:14:57 PM

  A reporter from a large local newspaper is looking to speak to owners of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. Please provide your daytime contact info to ctalati@edmunds.com no later than Monday, May 14, 2007.

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [jstelter]

  Written by: exb on Jan 27, 2008 8:46:08 PM

  I live in the Chicago area and have had my 2008 FWD Escape Hybrid since June of 2007. The summer was great. On every tank, the mileage was between 32 and 34 mpg. When winter arrived, the honeymoon was over. Currently the mileage is 20-25 mpg - definitely disappointing. In 8 months, I've driven it 8,000 miles with many short trips. I still enjoy the vehicle but I hope the mileage ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Re: Ford Escape Hybrid - terrible mileage problem [lbones]

  Written by: hybridpatron on Jan 26, 2008 3:27:30 PM

  The transmission doesn't shift like a normal car? The FEH has a CVT, Continuous Variable Transmission? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuously_variable_transmission I'm noticing that the engine doesn't turn off until it's warm (~1100 rpm), but the assist and charge seem the same. I am also getting a lower gas mileage in the Virginia cold. . . date miles gallons mpg 11/8/2007 3647.9 12.15 27.4 11/18/2007 3948.0 10.90 27.5 11/30/2007 4233.1 10.04 28.4 12/11/2007 4479.7 9.72 ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Escape Hybrid Availability

  Written by: fomocona on Jan 4, 2008 10:40:15 AM

  I monitor several webpages on behalf of Ford and I hope you don't mind if I post a response here. Ford's capacity to build Escape and Mariner hybrids is constrained by our battery supplier. There are currently no domestic (U.S.) sources for high voltage batteries although that will change as other companies push forward into the market for high voltage batteries. The demand for hybrids in general in the last half ... Read More

Why there are no 4WD marked on the Body

• Re: Hybrid Escapes [sphinx88]

  Written by: bdyment on Nov 15, 2007 5:30:56 AM

  Well I am not sure why Ford does not identify the AWD Escapes on the body. Our 2007 Limited has no identification on the body either. However, it has nothing to do with the motors. The Escape Hybrid has a gasoline engine and an electric motor--similiar arrangement to Toyota,

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• RE: above sticker pricing on FEH

  Written by: rnarg on Oct 21, 2007 5:31:18 PM

  In July 2007 the only 2008 I could find in the Northern VA area was at Koons Ford in Falls Church, VA, and they were asking a $3000 "market adjustment" I believe they called it. About a week after my visit they contacted me with an offer to purchase at msrp sticker price. If there are none around, the dealer is usually aware of it and they will take advantage of ... Read More

• FORD DEMONSTRATES WHY IT DOESN'T PAY TO GO GREEN

  Written by: rnarg on Oct 19, 2007 11:24:06 PM

  Ordered my 2008 4WD FEH on 7/30/2007. At the time there were none to be found on the dealer lots. At the time of order I was told 4-6 weeks for delivery. Also at the time of order, I was given by FORD a $500 cash rebate coupon as an incentive to buy, good until 10/01/2007. With the $500 incentive and the X pricing I was given, I was satisfied with ... Read More

• RE: Rebate Question by cloftus entry #175

  Written by: rnarg on Sep 15, 2007 7:04:21 PM

  The $500 is a Cash Incentive to purchase. If you go to the Kelly Blue Book site (www.kbb.com) and select New Car pricing and then price the 2008 Escape Hybrid with options, you should see one of the selections you can make refers to the $500 incentive. Also, buyers who qualify for x plan pricing are offered this $500 incentive in certificate form. Only problem is, this incentive ends on 10/01/2007, ... Read More

• Re: CA Rebate [mickeyrom]

  Written by: dhuang2 on Aug 27, 2007 10:05:55 AM

  I think Ford should increase the output rate to not to push petential customers away. I believe the Hilander Hybrid is also a nice car, but I incline to 2008 Escape's new styling and better mpg. According to Real Hybrid Mileage Database (http://www.greenhybrid.com/compare/mileage/) the 2WD and 4WD Escape (2007 and 2008) gets to 32 mpg and 29 mpg respectively. I believe the mpg should be higher (1~2 mpg) for pure 2008 ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Re: No more FEH 2007 [syuteur]

  Written by: gagrice on Oct 19, 2006 7:19:11 AM

  Welcome to the Forum, I think they have too many in inventory. They may not want to take special orders. I did a quick check at the dealer closest to me. Drew Ford has 24 Escape Hybrids in stock. All 2007 models. Is it easy to buy in the states and take back to Canada? There is a $1000 rebate right now on the hybrids stateside. You could take a vacation ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Bought a 2008 Escape Hybrid

  Written by: drdan3 on Feb 26, 2007 12:56:24 PM

  Ford's only incentive was a 6.9% interest deal, which was no deal at all. I found that the best Ford dealer in the MD-DC-VA area was Castle/Crysall Ford in Silver Spring. In response to my query for a 2008 about 3 months ago, they promised to provide me first with a pricing sheet when it became available (which they did), and then quotes on incoming units. Their quotes were around invoice. ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• Press Request

  Written by: KarenS on May 10, 2007 12:18:39 PM

  A reporter from a large local newspaper is looking to speak to owners of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. Please provide your daytime contact info to ctalati@edmunds.com no later than Monday, May 14, 2007.

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Press Request

  Written by: KarenS on May 10, 2007 12:15:38 PM

  A reporter from a large local newspaper is looking to speak to owners of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. Please provide your daytime contact info to ctalati@edmunds.com no later than Monday, May 14, 2007.

• Good price in detroit

  Written by: devomi on Aug 4, 2006 9:09:01 AM

  I just bought a 2007 Escape FEH from Dean Sellers Ford - Troy Michigan. I started looking for 2006, which they were unable to get for me. They did offer me $200 over "A Plan" for a 2007. I am not connected with Ford, and did not qualify for A Plan. I started with Email inquiries to 4 area dealerships asking them to quote a price of a Hybrid set-up the ... Read More

• Potential 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid 2WD Purchase

  Written by: adamdonaghey on Apr 19, 2007 2:31:46 AM

  I'm debating purchasing the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid 2WD. Originally, I thought I'd get a better deal on a 2007 model because of all the extra incentives. The vehicle has a base MSRP of $25,655.00 and a base invoice of $24,198.00. Accounting for dealer holdback (3% off total MSRP), Blue Oval holdback (additional 1.25% off total invoice), and current factory-to-dealer rebate of $500.00, I've come up with a dealer cost of ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Nav System Questions

• Escape Hybrid Nav System Problems?

  Written by: bratton1 on Apr 5, 2007 11:26:51 AM

  Hi folks - I purchased a 2007 FEH with the Audiophile Navigation System and have had problems with it since day 1. It turns itself off intermittently and reboots - but the radio never shuts down. We have had the system replaced in its entirety twice, replaced two receivers, the antenna and the CD set. Nothing seems to work - and we're squarely in CA Lemon Law territory now (5 different ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Test Drive: What Did You Think?

• Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Test Drive: What Did You Think? [pf_flyer]

  Written by: bowman24 on Mar 28, 2007 8:12:45 AM

  I drove a 2008 model last week. Wow what a vehicle. The ride was quiet and smooth and the climate system is much improved over the previous model. I was pleasantly surprised to find that dual zone automatic climate control was standard on the FEH. I also noticed that beyond the clutter of the new fuel economy sticker calculation method, Ford actually improved the fuel mileage. They list the new calculation ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• 2007 Escape Brake Problem

  Written by: richdean on Mar 27, 2007 7:30:10 AM

  My 2007 Escape Hybrid 2WD is at Maxwell Ford in Austin right now for a similar problem to what is reported earlier in this thread. The rear brakes partially lock on whenever it is wet out and I've set the e-brake. You can clearly hear the metal-on-metal sound for several miles before it stops. Of course the problem stops by the time I get it to the dealer since they're 5 ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Loaded 2007 FEH from Galpin Ford in Southern California [zoltano]

  Written by: complawman on Mar 20, 2007 3:16:18 PM

  I am thinking of purchasing a 2WD Hybrid Escape from Galpin during the next week. How did you get the $2,500 dealer discount -- their internet manager tells me that does not exist. They also claim to not have any Escape Hybrids that do not have all of the expensive options and packages -- meaning, no base model -- so, you are stuck with paying for stuff you don't want or ... Read More

• 2008 Hybrid for sale!!!

  Written by: tripcapecod on Mar 19, 2007 11:06:56 AM

  I work at Chatham Ford on Cape Cod. We have finally gotten our first 2008 Escape Hybrid. Very cool! Big changes from the 2007! We have had a couple of lookers so far, but it is still available. The sticker price is $29,850.00 and typically they would sell for close to that amount due to their scarcity at this time. Let's face it... it's a buyers market right now you can ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• 2008 Is a DIFFERENT World

  Written by: lv031170 on Mar 14, 2007 9:13:08 PM

  I test drove a 2007 FEH back in January and my wife and I decided to wait for the 2008 model to see the changes. WOW! What changes. The most immediate change I noticed was the significantly quieter ride, wind noise and overall road noise. Ford stated they put more insulation in and I could sure tell. Next, is the new and improved instrument cluster and center stack. It took seven ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Loaded 2007 FEH from Galpin Ford in Southern California [zoltano]

  Written by: tclong on Mar 11, 2007 7:50:04 AM

  Not that it matters, just an FYI for everyone, there are not "$7500 incentives" available on '07 Escapes. The only incentive is $3000 from Ford. Savvy buyers can negotiate an additional $2000 to $2500. Dealers want to move the last '07s which have been in stock since last fall, most of which are $33100 units equipped by Ford with their remaining old style nav systems. The final $2000 in the example ... Read More

Changes You'd Like To See in the Ford Escape Hybrid

• 2007 Escape

  Written by: keahu on Mar 2, 2007 3:04:56 PM

  I love my new Escape Hybrid. I would agree that all FEHs should come with an outside temperature gauge on them as a standard item. I had the cheapest Corolla in the world and it had that feature on it as a standard item. I also wish Ford wouldn't nickle and dime you to death. Floor mats and such should also be standard equipment for a new vehicle.

Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems

• Re: Engine failure [testes]

  Written by: weeks on Feb 6, 2007 1:42:10 PM

  I own a brand new escape hybrid (2007, just over 22000 kms) and I too am experiencing the mysterious and frustrating cut outs. For no apparent reason the RPMs surge up then drop off entirely, the 'stop safely now' followed by the 'service soon' message appears and I coast to a stop and have to re-start. If I'm unlucky my car won't start until after a few minutes. Not only is ... Read More

Changes You'd Like To See in the Ford Escape Hybrid

• Gentex K21 Mirror w/Temp

  Written by: karls on Jan 22, 2007 6:29:35 PM

  I've spent a couple days corresponding with mitocorp.com ("the" Gentex-authorized retailer) and my Ford dealer's service manager. Nobody can definitely tell me why the official Ford Accessories catalog for the 2007 Ford Escape offers the Gentex K21 Auto-dimming Compass/Temp mirror as a Ford after-market add-on for plain-vanilla Escapes but puts an asterisk "Not for Hybrid" disclaimer in the catalog. My best guess is because the in-mirror compass will not be accurate ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems

• Re: 2006 Escape Hybrid - Smart Junction Box Failure (door lock)? [raewyn]

  Written by: mcedwardsc on Nov 17, 2006 11:10:14 AM

  I had the exact same problem this week in a new 2007 model with less than 2000 miles on it. Barely made it to the side of the road TOTAL brake failure. Dealer says the computer failed. Waiting on a back ordered part at this stage, but to tell you the truth, I'm not sure I want to drive the thing again. Anyone know of a recall? Or a way to ... Read More

New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Almost a week now...

  Written by: jeezydeezy on Oct 10, 2006 10:52:31 AM

  I got my 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid last week, and so far, I am loving it! It took a few days to get used to the steering, and I am training myself to drive differently to get maximum fuel efficiency. I have a nasty commute to work with over an hour of residential streets and stop signs. I just got rid of my '97 Passport, because it was only getting 12-13 ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid

• 2007 Interior color confusion???

  Written by: fjpatriot on Jul 17, 2006 8:13:04 PM

  We ordered a 2007 escape hybrid w Premium package. The web sites, including fords, list Med/Dark Flint as only interior color choice. If you look at any of the interior seat pictures though they show a light gray leather seat, which is NOT EVEN CLOSE to the Med/Dark Flint swatches. So what is the correct color of the Premium Package Leather seats??? My guess is the photos are from a previous ... Read More

• Replace my FEH '07 Radio and void my warranty?

  Written by: elaineann on Jul 15, 2006 5:12:29 PM

  I am a sirius addict. I've had it for 3 years. The only downside has been all the extra wires around the dash due to my Sportster. I was very excited when I bought my 2007 FEH hybrid last week because the stereo is "satellite radio ready." Which usually means that you just have to add a tuner and antenna and you're ready to go. Cost to do that would normally ... Read More

Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [KarenS]

  Written by: tmc21 on Jun 4, 2006 3:02:29 PM

  2007 2WD FEH - only 800 miles on it so far, but average MPG is 30.7! :D

Ford Escape Hybrid

• no title

  Written by: ANT14 on Aug 11, 2004 12:32:50 PM

  Bagg, 2006 as a 2007 model...as well as it's Mercury twin. They are hoping Sanyo relocates enough battery packs to allow for higher sales of Hybrids. Ateix Yes it'll be smaller than the 500, but competitively huge where it counts in the inside. The next Escape will be loosely based on a Focus C1 platform... As will the Tribute, Mariner, and LR Freelander. The Mazda6 derived SUV that Ford will debut, ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: baggs32 on Apr 28, 2004 9:32:20 AM

  I think August or September was the last word. Order banks for most 2005 Ford models begins on May 17th. Hybrid Escape and Mustang included. We should have a better idea of pricing on or shortly after that date. On another note, I mentioned that there was no plan for a hybrid Mariner or Tribute. It was just announced recently that Mercury will offer a hybrid Mariner for MY 2007. Still ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: ANT14 on May 5, 2003 4:30:15 AM

  The 2004 Escape order guides should already be out to dealers. Therefore, most of these question, they SHOULD have an answer for. The batteries I read, have a 7 year warranty. WHAT exactly the warranty will cover, in relation to their condition/maintenence, etc. Should be asked for ahead of time, before purchasing. Keeping a hybrid such as this, for many years, should return the initial investment, that will offset the purchasing ... Read More