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Problems with 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid SUSPENSION

On average, the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid starts to “feel” problems with the SUSPENSION and its various aspects after 424 583 miles.

Components Affected by SUSPENSION Issues

We have classified the 3 complaints from 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid about SUSPENSION into the following categories.

REAR 1

Recently reported SUSPENSION problems on 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid

Ive had reoccurring issues with my brakes ,abs system , power train , steering column starter. over the course of three years and it seem like the problems keep coming up . the only close call i remembers is coming home from work . making a turn on to a street, then all of a sudden my power steering went out completely. i could have crashed if a huge curb wasnt there .

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape hybrid. while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel shook without warning. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and the abs warning indicator illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

I had my 2008 ford escape hybrid serviced at koons ford after receiving safety recall 14s05 from ford motor company. the recall is to repair a potential safety issue related to the electric power steering system. after receiving the repair to correct the issue in safety recall notice 14so5, my vehicle developed steering / suspension problems. at highway speeds the steering on the ford escape is now very sensitive causing the vehicle to feel unsteady at times. (if feels like it is swaying slightly from side to side.) we first noticed the issue within a week of having the repair done. as we caravanned to our summer vacation, my wife was driving behind me on the highway. at a rest stop she asked if i was tired and having trouble driving. she informed that from her vantage point it looked like the car was swerving. i was well rested and shared with her that it also felt as though the steering / suspension was loose. we have also noticed, at low speeds, that the steering wheel has more play to it now. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape hybrid. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine service when she was advised that the rear axle failed. as a result, the rear tires were unable to turn properly. the contact was advised that if she continued to drive the vehicle in its condition that the rear tires and axle would seize. the parts needed for repairs were not readily available and the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileages were approximately 30,000.

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