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Re: 2012 Ford Escape problem [mccomajl]
agreed! I hear the same BS here, 'has to learn'. discussing this intently with the dealership, Grogan Ford, here in Ontario. Check the LemonAid guide, they call it, gear hunting. The dealer is telling me it a programming problem, I agree. This is the 3rd time. I am telling them, this is not a ISSUE..its a PROBLEM, solve it! I wondering who does the programming, its not mac! we had bought ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [wwest]
My trans just went on my 2008 Ford Escape XLT 4x4 V6.....at 107 k miles. $3000 to fix. My first FORD....and my LAST. I feel for ya! In fact you want to know what happened to my car when this happened....my car started shaking, screeching...and accelerating at high speeds and would not shift into park, I nearly caused an accident. I have never towed crap with this vehicle, I use it ... Read More
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Re: Fuel Problem with 2008 Ford Escape [louise5600]
First of all, Louise, I used to live in Panama City, and have been to Dothan as well! So I know the area, and loved it. (Ah, the smell of a paper mill in the morning! Nothing like it). Anyway, it sounds like bad gas, but if it isn't, it may just be a power surge that messed up your engine management module. Restarting the car probably re-booted it and that's ... Read More
Ford Escape Start Stall Idle Problems
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2008 Escape XLT - V6 auto, 17,300 miles
Addendum to previous message re starting problem. Car ran well for first 15000 miles - no problems. Since then the following has occurred: severe leak from windshield washer reservoir (reservoir replaced), extreme noise from under the hood while stationary and running (idler bearing failure, idler replaced), recall to check for leaks in A/C heat exchanger (leaks found, H/E replaced), reset/menu buttons fail to function intermittently (dealer finds no problem and buttons ... Read More
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2008 Ford Escape XLT - would not start
Panic call from wife - car wouldn't start, steering wheel and gear shift locked up solid, key would turn but nothing happened. First time event - my check showed - car unlocked and locked normally with key remote, key turned normally in ignition but no power except fan was turning - no indicator lights or any other indicators, steering wheel was locked solid as was the gear shift (automatic), after numerous ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Stalling Problem [vg33e power]
The Ford dealer was always, "We will mail you the documentation" and of course they never did or it was just a simple "your truck was here for a problem". I figured each time the problem would be fixed so never followed up. I also figured everthing was in a cetral system and could be reproduced later. This is not the case, they record what they did to the truck, but ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Stalling Problem [cotuitboy]
Didn't you keep your receipts where it states the problem, resolution and parts replaced from the delaership you used to use before they went out of business? Those receipts should be the exact same records that the dealership had. Also, if parts were replaced under warranty to fix a problem. Any Ford dealership has access to OASIS which is Ford's mainframe to everything service related including TSBs, recalls and VIN specific ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Stalling Problem [cotuitboy]
It has been 2+ years since I last posted and wanted to give an update on my 2008 Escape V6 Limited. Still idle stalls and more importantly rolling stalls. Rolling stalls comes and goes, but idle stall is pretty regular event. Had the car in the shop lots of times back in 08 and they actually documented that it rolling stalled(whoo hoo!), they changed some parts, cleaned some sensors and things ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [cathy24]
Interestingly enough, I have a 2008 Ford Escape Limited and have lost 2nd and 4th gears also. The remedy is estimated to cost between $1,800 and $2,400. My extended Warranty expired 14,000 km ago. Since the warranty has expired, I have had to replace a fuel injector; 2 universal joints and now the transmission. I only drive this vehicle to and from work. I have never pushed or towed anything nor ... Read More
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Fuel Problem with 2008 Ford Escape
Yesterday I went to Panama City, FL from Dothan, AL, a distance of 82 miles one-way. The SUV was great going down but coming home something strange happened that frightened me. Before I forget I need to tell you that I purchased gas (I needed 1/2 tank) before I left Dothan. About 10 miles out of Panama City the car began to vibrate and had no pickup to speak of. I ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: 2011 Ford Escape recycled material seat durability problems [oaknest]
i have a 2008 escape. no durability issues yet. back seat upholstery is original and very stained ( i tried the Oxy Pet Removal stuff on it per another poster's recomendation--looked like it worked initally, but the stains are back). front seats were replaced while it was under warranty. so far, they haven't stained. it doesn't surprise me that the seats would also wear out. that material is awful.
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Escape seats
Sorry to hear about the rusty roof. I can't believe that Ford gets away with such awful quality. I met a man last week and he said that his 2008 Escape had new seats installed and they are still staining. He is going to pay for new leather seating. Huh? Ford depends on owners to correct problems themselves,thus we continue buying their mistakes. Just like the guy who thinks 70,000 miles ... Read More
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Re: Escape seat stains [mariposa7684]
We have a 2008 escape that had the same stains. The dealership sent Ford pictures before the warranty was up and they replaced the seat covers and made an adjustment to the sunroof. Now 3yrs and 65K miles later the sunroof is rusting and the dealership and Ford are refusing to repair it because now it is "out of warranty".. even though it is barely past the 3 year mark and ... Read More
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Ford Escape Seats, Success with cleaner!
My 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid seats (recycled material) had so many stains, I was embarrassed to have anyone in the car and ready to buy new seats! I had tried cleaning them with upholstery cleaner at different times and it just made more spots and those lovely white rings. I decided to try the stuff I clean pet stains out of the carpet with and was much more successful. I used ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: 2008 Escape Auto transmission durability [kevman2]
Dont buy one! I have one and the transmission is crap! It went out at 71k miles, then the engine had problems with valves right after and the motor went out, so the entire drivetrain was gone right after the warrenty of 70k, ford didnt try to help in the least, you better run as fast as you can away from the escape and Ford! I took perfect care / maintence ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: Ford Replaced my seats! [mariposa7684]
The dealership told us a remnant of the 2008 fabric could have been used in our 2011 Escape. So far the front seat replacement fabric is holding up with no stains, but we are so scared of any of the seats staining that we have been extra careful. It shouldn't be that way, but until Ford stops using the recycled fabric the problem will never be solved. I would never buy ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [steve_]
Wow, WOW..! I know, historically, that the Ford Escape has had far to many drive line component failures but this still seems "over the top". Plus most of the driveline component failures involved only the F/awd models. And even with that it is my "cut" that most of those failures involved only the PTO or the rear clutch/diff'l assembly. Those most likely arising from to frequent and/or inappropriate use of the ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [wwest]
What he said. My 09 Lexus has an 8 speed transmission, and it hunts a lot. It's normal. If that's why you rejected the Fusion, you blew it. My Mitsubishi Lancer has a CVT (which I hate, BTW), and never hunts, but also never changes a gear. Instead, the engine winds up like a sewing machine and stays wound up high until you reach downhill, or cruising speed. Very unsatisfying, but ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [mariposa7684]
We had a seat replaced (with the same recycled fabric) only because the car purchase was "a couple days old". That's pretty sad! I would not buy another Ford with the recycled fabric seats. I have always owned Toyotas and Ford is not as customer oriented as Toyota.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [keytexas]
there's not a person on this board who got any answer from ford. now that they're cleaning up, they're too arrogant to answer? disgusting. and if your dealership isn't helpful, you're really stuck. inasmuch as i am unhappy with the seat covers (even the new ones--i can see faint traces of white ringed stains), i would still consider a ford for my next car. that's based on the overall performance. which, ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [joe19403]
What were the replacement covers made of and what dealer in Texas helped you? Ford has done nothing for me on this problem, too. I'm at a standstill.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [keytexas]
I called ford and emails, no replies. Then I went to the dealer and they replaced the covers, plus they gave me a loaner car.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [tlrogers1]
Agreed... Ford does not care. I tried to reach by phone and by writing letters anyone who might step up and try to offer some level of customer service. I even wrote the VP of Customer Satisfaction of Ford in Detroit, including with my letter printed copies from this forum. Not only did they not doing anything, they didn't even respond. Will NEVER buy another Ford and have already convinced many ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [nvbanker]
Please how can you say that a tranny going out at 70,000 miles isn't bad. If you have had so many good ones, your LUCKY. I have had 21 cars (all makes) and not one had trans. problems. Some of these cars were driven in excess of 100,000 miles. Its great to be loyal to a mfg. but with the technology and very high prices today there should be no excuses ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: Front end rattle 2008 Escape [bj02176]
I'm not disputing what you're saying in the least. However, I have 2 2010 Escapes, and neither of them has given me a dimes worth of trouble at all. So they're not all bad. Also, I'm pretty sure the Fusion uses the same power train as the Escape. I'm quite sure the transmission is the same. I could be wrong, but I've been told there are only 4 manufacturers of mass ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: 2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles [cathy24]
12 great Fords, and you have one with a transmission problem at 70K miles, and you're done with Ford? How long does a manufacturer have to guarantee their product, indefinitely? They're machines, things do go wrong, it's actually a miracle they work at all to start with. There is a reason warranties expire, cars wear out eventually. I admit this is premature, I have an 08 Escape with 85,000 miles, still ... Read More
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2008 Transmission gone--70 K miles
Definitely something wrong here and FORD is NOT stepping up to handle this. My parents' 2008 Ford Escape transmission lost gears 2 and 4 in their automatic. They took it to a dealership who said "your transmission fluids are dirty, need a flush and fill which might fix the problem" to the tune of $280. My parents paid, and shocking but did zip. The fluids were cleaned and checked the week ... Read More
Looking at purchasing an Escape
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Re: Looking at purchasing an Escape [aburnette81]
Dont do it!!!!! I have a 2008 Ford Escape with a failed transmission. I bought it brand new of the lot it is a piece of junk.
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Re: I wouldn't purchase an Escape for any reason [mdross1]
I believe you had some bad luck with your first year production Escape. I do think you get a little far fetched with the fund raiser sob story. Ford sells over 200,000 Escapes a year so there are going to be some problems. If you want to see problems look at the Honda Accord forum. I own an Escape and I would never buy another Honda. I had a really bad ... Read More
2011 Ford Escape owners are reporting
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2011 Ford Escape owners are reporting
Just bought a 2011 Ford Escape XLT and thought it would be nice for the 2011 owners to chat. I just checked my mileage on my first tank of fuel and got 29.4 mpg which is way better than my 2008 tacoma which got 20.
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: 2011 Seat Stains [tlrogers1]
Ok folks here it is. As many of you I had the dreaded seat stains due to water on my 2008 Ford Escape Recycled Material Seats. Seats looked brand new when I bought it. I looked long and hard for a solution. Washing, steaming, cleaning and nothing would get rid of the stains. I thought they were there for good. Then I discovered a solution. What I have used is baby ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric [fender112]
No, Ford is NOT going to do anything! Since I purchased the protective sealer for the seats (can't remember what's its called, but it's like scotch guard) Ford will not stand behind it. So, the company that did the sealer has come out once to clean the seats. They are coming BACK out to do it again since the stains are STILL there! I know it's like beating a dead horse ... Read More
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2008 Ford Escape Seat Fabric
I purchased a slightly used 2008 Ford Escape. The seats looked great when I bought it and some water got on the front seat. It left a huge stain. The car now looks like we are complete slobs and it is all from water. I am so disappointed in the seat fabric. Is Ford going to do anything to correct this problem? I don't want to have to invest in good ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Seat Stains [halubdesign]
When I first realized that none of the local Ford dealerships would replace the upholstry, ridding of the nasty grossness my seats are, I went to the forums (and there are others besides this one) and copied 21 pages of posts about the seats. I also called Fords corporate office. They told me that hadn't haf any other calls about the 2008 Escape seat issue. That can't be true. To give ... Read More
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Re: so out of warranty [cegl08]
I agree with mariposa7648. Ford has been completely irresponsible in their refusal to address the horrible fabric seat issue in the 2008 Escape. I will not buy another Ford either and have already convinced others not to eithet.
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Re: Here I am with my story [marypal]
Heh, I finally got so fed up I started looking for an alternative vehicle. As of December 23 I now own a Certified 2008 Trailblazer and I am very happy. It was so gratifying to tell Ford "You know what, just forget it, I traded for a CHEVY, and I am now free of your Escape's problems." I have owned many GM vehicles and have been generally happy with them, and ... Read More
Ford Escape Brake Problems
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Escape Brake Failure
My husband crashed our 2002 Ford Escape XLT into a pole to stop the car. He and my four year old daughter are okay. The car is now totalled, going to the scrap yard, and I want answers as to this phantom problem. There was a recall in 2008 on the ABS sensor. I took the car in. They gave the car the green light. I am having trouble digesting this, ... Read More
Ford Escape Transmission Problems
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Re: Jerking/hard shift into gear [phoneixphyre]
Hi phoneixphyre, I would like to address the shifting concerns you mentioned with your 2008 Escape. Have you had it looked at by a Ford dealership yet to be diagnosed? If you send me your VIN in a private message, I can document the concern and see if there is anything I can do to help. Cory Ford Customer Service Division
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Jerking/hard shift into gear
When shifting into gear, my 2008 Ford Escape will jerk into gear. Is this normal? Anyone else have this problem? I am afraid I am out of warranty so am I SOL if it is problem with the transmission.
Ford Escape Seats
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re: staining in seat covers [mariposa7684]
thank god I'm not the only one dealing with these nasty seats on my 2008 ford escape. I've been trying to clean them since I got the car and they just keep looking worse. I even ask a ford technician when I went to get my oil changed and he said to use purple power cleaner and dilute it with water it will clean anything. Well guess what when it dried ... Read More
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Re: Hold on, Not so fast.... [mariposa7684]
The tires are junk, making the car very loud! The transmission leaked within the first 3 months I had my 2008 Escape as well but was repaired under the manufacturers warranty. My seats are a complete embarrassment and I have been to Ford's corporate office about it as well - twice! The first time customer service sent back a form letter saying they would prefer to talk on the phone, so ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape stained seats
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I have the 2008 Ford Escape XLT
I went online today to see if anyone had problem with "Ford 2008 XLT Cloth Seats" only to find out this is a major problems for Ford and they have not addressed this issue. Now this is ia new vehicle and my seats already look like someone urinated all over them and I can't figure what is going on. Finally, I took the car in to have them clean, and were ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: Hold on, Not so fast.... [oldbottleman]
Dear Oldbottleman, I was just wondering if you have those wonderful Continental tires on your Escape too? We too are so dissatisfied with our Escape, it only has 28,000 miles on it (also a 2008) and all 4 tires need to be replaced because they are all severely cupped already!!! We had that car in every 5,000 miles and had the tires rotated, so that just tells me that the dealership ... Read More
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Hold on, Not so fast....
When I read above about the TSB Ford had issued on the Escape Seat Staining problem, I went right over to my local Dealer. I had complained with no results when it had 25000 miles on it, and was just over a year old. Still under Warrenty. Now it has 43,000 miles on it, and the Warrenty is up. The Ford Dealer spoke with Ford, and they looked at the pics. ... Read More
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Re: Escape 08 stained seats [keytexas]
I recently purchased a 2008 Ford Escape with fabric seats. I made the carnal sin of allowing spots of water to touch the seats while tossing in the newspaper. The next day it looked as if a bootle of soda had spilled . The effort to clean this off only caused more issues until I cleaned off the entire seat using foam cleaner. Of course I'm afraid to go out in ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: Escape 08 Sunroof broken under Warranty BUT.... [daniella]
Hey if its under warranty, its under warranty.The dealer will try to get away with what they can.If dealer says he needs the piece that broke off then is it stated in the warranty it has to be produced in order to be covered??? Dealers make nothing off warranty work and they will do their best to discourage you! I have 2 fords and I am constantly fighting with the dealer ... Read More
Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement [mwtp2010]
I had the same problem. The connectors have four tabs that lock over the collar o f the filter line. I used a hacksaw to nick the line on the old filter and bent it until it broke off. The fuel did spray some so watch for the mess! Then I made a sleeve from an old piece of sheet metal and slid it over the line left in the connector. ... Read More
Ford Escape
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Re: 2010 Ford Escape [bdyment]
Funny, I have no problem with the gauges. Now the steering makes wierd noises while turning left and right. On a brighter note the ac is excellent compared to my 2008 Honda CRV. Also I don't think the transmission will ever fail. Did you know the 2005 Escape came with a full size spare with an alloy wheel. They do not make them like they use to however.
2008 Ford Escape stained seats
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Re: 2008 escape stained seats [strlightgazr]
No problem, I am glad Ford couldn't give you the run around when you showed up with this bulletin at hand. :)
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Stained Seat - 2008 Escape
Thanks to this forum my Ford dealer has ordered a new seat cover for my 2008 Escape! I already had an appointment scheduled for Customer Satisfaction Program #09B10 (Transmission Cooler issue) and told the svc advisor about the seat stain TSB after reading this forum. The cover should arrive in a couple of weeks. Thanks!! :)
Ford Escape Leather Seats Peeling
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Leather Seat Peeling
I have a 2008 Escape Limited. I have had this car for less then a year. My seats are starting to split and peel. I took it back to the dealer and of course they told me that I must of dragged something over the seat. I explained to them that the only thing to have been dragged over the seat was my pant covered butt and leg. These are so ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape stained seats
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2008 Ford Escape Limited Leather Seat Peeling
The leather seat in my Ford Escape is peeling. When I contacted the dealer they said it was my problem. The only thing that has touched the seat is my pant covered leg. Has anyone else experienced this?
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Re: 2008 escape stained seats [vg33e power]
I just thought I would add to this discussion. I have a 2008 Ford Escape which I bought brand new and like many others have the disgusting stains on all seats. All of my seats have the white stain. The stains started very soon after I bought it. I tried cleaning them but that made them worse. I was so fed up with looking at the disgusting seats that I planned ... Read More
Ford Escape
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2001 Escape
I bought my wife a 2001 Ford Escape new in 2001. The reliability has been pretty good. Not perfect. We gave the car to my daughter to use for her internship at college and now that she has a job we gave it to her, My wife bought a new 2008 ESCAPE Hybrid . Perfect car. The 01 Escape needed a brake booster and rear shocks t 94k The Maryland inspection ... Read More
2008 Escape Cruise servo part number
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2008 Escape Cruise servo part number
I have an 08 Escape 4cyl FWD. I would like to add cruise but can not find the part number for the servo. ford will only give me 9c735 but not the dash number for my year, they want $400. I would like to find one cheaper. If there is anyone out there with an 08 4cyl FWD w/ cruise that could look under thier hood for me I would greatly ... Read More
Ford Escape Brake Problems
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Re: 08 Escape Brakes [prgal]
Good to know someone else has the same problem, I got this vehicle brand new (2008 model) as a company car in Apr 2007, within the first 5k on start up and within less than 1/2 mile the front left vibrates with a feeling that the brakes are pulsing on/off and when you apply the brakes they suck. Exactly the same symptoms as you describe. I had it towed to the ... Read More
Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement [mwtp2010]
I am also having the same problem but found out some information from various web sites. First you need to relieve presure on the fuel system. One site said to open the gas cap, locate the fuel pump fuse (Escape is fuse #3 and was listed in the owners manual) and start the engine then pull out the fuse and the engine should die after a few seconds. Then you need ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: Ford replacing seat covers WOO HOO [keytexas]
TSB 09-23-3 CLOTH SEAT STAINS WITH WHITE RING OUTLINE - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 5/14/2009 - (EXCLUDES XLS) FORD: 2008-2009 Escape Hybrid, Escape ISSUE: Some 2008-2009 Escape and Escape Hybrid vehicles (excludes Mariner) equipped with Cloth seats (excludes XLS) and built on or before 5/14/2009, may exhibit stains with a white ring outline around them. An updated seat cover is now available to reduce this specific type of staining. ACTION: Follow ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape stained seats
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Re: 2008 escape stained seats [keytexas]
TSB 09-23-3 CLOTH SEAT STAINS WITH WHITE RING OUTLINE - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 5/14/2009 - (EXCLUDES XLS) FORD: 2008-2009 Escape Hybrid, Escape ISSUE: Some 2008-2009 Escape and Escape Hybrid vehicles (excludes Mariner) equipped with Cloth seats (excludes XLS) and built on or before 5/14/2009, may exhibit stains with a white ring outline around them. An updated seat cover is now available to reduce this specific type of staining. ACTION: Follow ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: Ford replacing seat covers WOO HOO [eamcconnell]
I just called my local dealership and asked about a November 6th memo regarding Ford replacing the fabric seats in the 2008 Escape. They knew nothing about it, and when entering the VIN for my Escape it showed no recalls or action to be taken. The only thing the rep did say is that if a memo is circulating, it may take a long time to become a legit recall. So, ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape stained seats
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Re: 2008 escape stained seats [cubbies1]
Ford is replacing the seat covers on Escapes... I guess the memo went out on Nov 6 - call your dealer!
Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement [mwtp2010]
They should just come off if you removed the retaining locking clips properly...try rotating the filter to break any seal or vaccumm the lines may have. Good Luck!
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2008 Ford Escape Fuel Filter Replacement
Trying to replace the fuel filter. I have located the fuel filter and was able to remove the clips, but am unable to pull the hoses off of each end in order to remove the filter. I pulled fairly hard and even used a screwdriver to apply slight pressure, but they don't seem to budge. Has anyone successfully replaced a fuel filter on this model? Is there more to it than ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: how to clean the seats [keytexas]
My escape is a 2008 and received it in April 2007. I cleaned them many times (6) by just spraying the seats with a cleaner and still looked stain. Then I tried the water in the bucket with cleaner on a Hot summer day and soaked the entire seat and they looked like new for a while. It poured here last week and they look like sxxx again. This is my ... Read More
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Stained Seats in 2008 Escape
I have my 3rd escape a 2008 that has horribly stained seats from my daughter's water bottles. I read in one of the Ford magazines that they send you that they used recyclable material for the seat covers. Big mistake...I am embarassed to let anyone in my car. I sent an email to Ford customer service and never got a reply back. Is there any way we can get them to ... Read More
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Re: Escape 08 stained seats [escapeme]
You are most certainly not alone. I too, have a 2008 Ford Escape with fabric seats. They are horrible! They can not be cleaned effectively since even water stains them significantly. Two different times I have asked the dealership service reps about the problem and they just shrug their shoulders. I finally wrote to Ford Corporate Customer Service at the end of September, telling them that I had already talked three ... Read More
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Re: '08 escape seat stain problems [llauck]
I called Ford Customer Service today after receiving a form letter as a response to my complaint letter to them about the HORRIBLE fabric seats in the 2008 Escape. Cynthia, went over my complaints, put my hold to go "see what they could do for me" and returned to pretty much blow me off. "We just don't have any complaints in our office about the Escape so that we would consider ... Read More
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape XLT- Clicking Wheels [molly09]
I would bet that you have a rock or debris stuck between the alloy and the chrome plastic cladding in your wheel. Your wheels are basically a cheap way to provide chrome looking wheels. The reason why your wheels sound like plastic when you knock on them is...because they are! at least the front face of them. Ford is not the only manufacturer that does this, so don't feel cheated out. ... Read More
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2008 Ford Escape XLT- Clicking Wheels
I purchased a 2008 in July 2008, within three weeks I had a grinding in the steering, clicking wheels. They have replaced the wheels twice, the struts 3 times and packed grease in the between two plastic discs on the struts. Well the grinding has finally stopped, but the clicking in wheels is driving me crazy. They finally told me it is the coating on the wheels. My wheels look like ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: '08 escape seat stain problems [scooby38128]
I have personally talked to a senior executive this week at Ford Corporate in Dearborn and it was indicated that they are working to resolve the 2008 Ford Escape seat staining issue and for us to stay in touch with our dealer. This kind of response to this situation by Ford is the reason why I own three Fords. They are taking steps to backup their slogan, Quality is Job #1. ... Read More
Ford Escape Brake Problems
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Brakes
I am the owner of a 2008 ford escape ~ bought vehicle off lease with 30K have already redone brakes with top of the line napa parts ~ ford has already reshimmed my rotors ~ car makes awful sound when braking from high speeds ~ front end feels all loose and wheel shakes ~ anybody have any ideas???? HELP please.
CR-V vs Escape
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Re: Dimensions [motoguy128]
I own a 2004 Ford Escape Limited. When my wife and I were shopping for her vehicle we test drove the CR-V as well from 2004. Its clear which SUV won. I also like the looks of the 2005-2007 Escape better then our 2001-2004 generation (front styling for the most part). The 2008 and up Escape is also nice but it "looks" a little bit less rugged and more gussied up ... Read More
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Re: Dimensions [motoguy128]
"The 4WD 4 cylinder Escape still gets 2mpg city and highway despite having a 6 speed automatic. Ford must use more of a full-time 4WD system whereas Honda, Toyota and Nissan use more of a part time system. " And my 2008 Escape Hybrid AWD gets 30 MPG in town, about 32 on the road here on LA freeways. An FWD will get 35 in town... although it is more expensive ... Read More
Ford Escape Electrical Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford escape/battery drain [jelco145]
Update on my battery drain problem (sept.28,2008) Dealer replaced the GEM module, but if not driven for about 2 weeks, the battery will be so deplete that it will not operate the door locks! This is the third battery, GEM replaced, and the alternator replaced.The ford garage suggested hooking up a trickle charger ! They said they cannot find a problem.. I have owned many vehicles and have never experienced any ... Read More
CR-V vs Escape
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Re: CRV vs Escape vs RAV4 [explorerx4]
The CR-V currently is on its 3rd generation (1997-2001)(2002-2006)(2007-currently) and the Escape is on its 2nd generation (2001-2007)(2008-currently) the fact that the CR-V is on its 3rd generation has nothing to do with how Honda's design may have flaws. Honda has always used a 4-year lifespan for each of its models up until the new millenium in which it changed to a 5-year lifespan. Honda adopted the 5-year plan to minimize ... Read More
2009 Ford Escape
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Re: 2009 Ford Escape [aloha2006]
I was somewhat concerned when Ford went to rear drum brakes on the 2008 Escapes. I had four wheel disc brakes on our 07, however after test driving the 2009 V6 with rear drums we purchased the vehicle. The brakes are very good--smooth, nice pedal pressure and the stopping distances seem every bit as good as our 07, if not better.
Looking at purchasing an Escape
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Re: Looking at purchasing an Escape [aburnette81]
Every manufacturer is going to have some issues with malfunctioning details from time to time. I have a 2004 Escape Limited and (knock on wood) I have had five years of pleasant reliability on all aspects. I cannot speak for the newly redesigned model (2008 and up) but I hear and read that they are majorly superior in fit and quality to the older generation like mine. I say that if ... Read More
2008 Escape Security Code
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Re: 2008 Escape Security Code [vg33e power]
From what I was reading, you can add an additional security code, but you can't remove the original code assigned at the factory. Ford must have a lot of patents on the keypads. They'd sure be handy on my cars, especially when I try to get into our van in the garage. My wife is always locking me out.
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Re: 2008 Escape Security Code [explorerx4]
I work for a Ford dealer...and yes for the keypad security code, you will have to take your vehicle to the service dept and pay the diagnostic fee for the technician to retrieve it, there is no other way to get it. In fact, I would highly recommend that after you get the code you refer to your manual and change it to something else so that no one has the ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Escape Security Code [curth]
Not to my knowledge. It's possible you may be able to find someone on the net willing to give you the code. I've seen a couple of sites that give people security codes for radios, often for a fee, but your problem is bigger than the radio. And radio codes can usually be looked up from the serial number on the back of the radio (perhaps together with the VIN). When ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Escape Security Code [curth]
The owner's manual says you can get the code from your Ford dealer if you don't have the wallet card in the glove box. Since some (most?) dealers will charge you a "diagnostic" fee to hook your Escape up to the computer and look up the code, you could try calling Ford customer support and perhaps you can sweet talk them into looking up your code over the phone. That's a ... Read More
Ford Escape Electrical Problems
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Fire due to electrical short
My 2008 Escape started on FIRE due to an electrical short in the headlight area. The car had been off and parked for 2 hours and just started on fire on the front drivers side area. We put it out with the hose. When the fire dept arrived and looked it over as best they could at 10:00pm they believed it was caused by an electrical short. Our Insurance agent claims ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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stained seats
I have a 2008 Escape and the seats stain so easily. I HATE the waffle pattern type cloth seats. I've never owned a vehicle with that type. My interior is a light grey. It was recommended by my Ford dealer that I take it to a place to have it cleaned and then put seat covers on. First of all, seat covers aren't going to fix the staining if something gets ... Read More
Ford Escape driver side lean
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Ford Escape driver side lean
I've got a 2008 Escape, V6 3L, 2wd. It's got 1/2" lean towards the drivers side of the vehicle which is noticeable both front and rear. Tire pressure is fine. Dealer swaped from side to side both the front and rear springs with no change in the lean. Does anyone have any ideas as to the cause and solution? It would be greatly appreciated.
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: FORD ESCAPE 2008---IT SEEMS UNLEVELED [mussaqlove]
I've got the same situation, EXCEPT that it't leaning towards the drivers side. Both front and rear springs have been swapped from side to side with no change. Has anyone run across this at all???
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2009 Ford Escape Lease? [mojo6666]
Greetings mojo6666. You will probably get more responses to questions about leasing a Ford Escape if you post them over in the "Ford Escape Lease Questions" discussion. In answer to your specific question, Ford Credit's current 24 month base lease rate and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2008 Escape XLT 4WD with 15,000 miles per year are 0.75% and 57%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & ... Read More
Ford Escape Fog Lights
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Re: fog lights [quetelle]
"Hi, I have a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid and it looks like you have/had the same fog lights I do (PS24WFF) and you either found a bright bulb or found a way to install HID's from the looks of the pictures on your domain. If they are HID's, which bulb pattern did you use. Thanks." I have a 2008 FEH with factory fog lights, and it uses a different switch than ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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Re: seat wear [dwoodberry]
I have a volvo with light tan cloth seats, and with that too, everytime it rains, it leaves watermarks on the seats. I even bought inexpensive seat covers, and unfortunately the rain wetness seeped through! (probably needed better seat covers..) Volvo dealer looked at me like I had 2 heads; "we have not had this problem before..." Yeah, right. I am now looking at an Escape, but with leather seats. The ... Read More
Ford Escape Fog Lights
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Re: 2008 Escape Fog Lights [xx7111]
PS24WFF is H16 or 9009. H16 is a special bulb made for GM trucks and SUV. But since 2008 Ford use it on his truck and the Escape was the first. You can buy it from www.putco.com or make a search on yahoo or google.
Ford Escape Oil Change Reminder
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape oil change [explorerx4]
It's a simple procedure. Once you bring up on the Display the "life of the oil." Press the "reset" button on the lower dash next to the "info" button and you will see 100% "life of the oil." Been there...done that!
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape oil change [snowxplorer]
i am sure the reset procedure is in the owner's manual. are we related? :)
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape oil change [bdyment]
I thought so. Resetting on my previous vehicles (Hondas) has been as easy as holding down the odometer reset button then turning the ignition to ON (but do not start the car and keep holding the button) and in a few seconds it would reset. Maybe 08 Escapes are the same, doesn't hurt to try, unless of course someone knows the exact method.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape oil change [snowxplorer]
You do have to re-set the display manually.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape oil change [snowxplorer]
I dont own a new generation Escape like you, but do you think that you have to manually reset the oil life reminder on the dash?
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2008 Ford Escape oil change
I put in semi-synthetic oil in my 2008 Escape last week, and now the dash board is displaying "5% oil life, change soon". What did I do wrong and do I need to get another oil change already?
2008 Ford Escape
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Re: Seeking Info on Winter Wipers for 2008 Escape [antoninb]
I had the same problem and of course when i went to the dealer they thought I was nuts. Anyway Ford gave me a pamphlet on something called shaker wiper blades (shakes the ice off) its not cheap though....like $200 installed!!! A few places in the U.S. like Auto Zone said they could get aftermarket blades but I didnt' have my car with me so I didnt buy them because they ... Read More
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Seeking Info on Winter Wipers for 2008 Escape
Hi everyone, I recall some posts last year about winter wipers on 2008 Escapes, and I think the outcome was that nothing was available. Call me naive, but I thought I'd check in to see if Ford or the aftermarket had come up with anything. I'd still like to have something for the winter, and continue to be dismayed that this is the first vehicle I've ever had where winter wipers ... Read More
Ford Escape Seats
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2008 Ford Escape seats
I there are any issues with your seats, make them known to the dealership, as long as it is still under factory warranty. My problem was that my seats easily stain, even with water. I called the 1-800 FORD number. I was told that the more calls they get about any problem, the more engineers have to look into it. We may get a breakthrough if enough us us complain. Personally, ... Read More
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The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2008 Ford Escape in CA is:
$138 per month*
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