Problems with 2001 Ford Escape POWER TRAIN

Consumer states that the clutch slips and vibrates when engaging. dealer notified. nlm jlg

Transmission lost reverse gear. problem not found until trying to back from parking space. vehicle needed to be pushed out of lot. no previous indication of problem until it occurred.*ak

Gear shift lever sticks in front of radio. when changing radio stations hands knocks gear shift into neutral while vehicle is in motion.*ak consumer states that the vehicle produces so much brake dust that the wheels turn black only after three or four days of driving, ford states nothing can be done. *slc

Consumer was unable to shift from drive to park, dealer replaced a broken cable. dealer did not explain repairs. *ak

While driving 30-35 mph, vehicle will shut off without any notice. contacted dealer, who was not willing to do anything.*ak. numerous parts have been replaced regarding the stalling, but the problem still exists, the engine light also illuminated, consumer stated the transmission was replaced in april 2002, the engine cooling fans were replaced, and also the rack and pinion was replaced.*jb

The front axle and cv joints completely fell off. there was no evidence of the saftey connector bolt being installed at factory. i have photos. might be called a lower ball joint.*ak

Premature transmission fluid failure causing a shuddder in the transmission as the gears shift from 3rd to overdrive.*ak

Left rear passenger restraint was jammed after the first use. this part was replaced and it was jammed after the first use. it was replaced a second time and is currently fuctional but this is the first time in 4 months since purchase date that it has been functional. rear differential had a broken seal and was leaking. this part was replaced and is now functional. the master cylinder was cracked and replaced. this part is now functional. the power steering was effected when part of the power steering system fell out of the car when the vehicle was put in park. the parts (including alternator, belts and spring) literally fell off the car. this could have resulted in many fatalities as the vehicle was on the highway only minutes prior with a car full of passangers. the results of this incident would have been drastically different if this had happened when the vehicle was in motion. ford has not been responsive to my needs as a consumer and has minimized the safety hazard posed by this defective vehicle.

Tires make a humming noise. consumer feels that they may be leaving ground like hydroplaning, and at 65 mph vehicle wobbles, vehicle is not stable at high speeds with window down. *ak the vehicle hesitates when a/c unit is in operation and a/c make a loud cyclic clicking sound. transmission makes sound. the vehicle was unstable at 65 mph with a slight wind and front end makes tumbling sounds on rough roads. the alternator light comes on intermittently. the cruise control turns off automaticaly by itself. the front brake has excessive dust. the vehicle had numerous interior system failures and malfunctioning. *yh

Intermittently gear shifter does not lock into gear. dealer has inspected vehicle, but could not correct the problem.*ak *slc

Consumer is unable to use radio because transmission pawl is in the way and is too far, causing consumer to shift gear while driving.*ak

When trying to shift gears it gets stuck. when the gear is in reverse if you put your foot on the gas pedal the engine just revvs. you have to slam the gear shifter up and down to get it into the drive position. *ak

Cable came off clutch pedal under the dash. pedal went completely to floor and was unable to shift care. cable was replaced by vehicle owner, but failed to stay on 2 more times.

The shift lever when placed in the "d" drive position does not lock in place. additionally the shift level extends 3-4" into the radio and control panel for other instruments like rear defogger and parking light swithch. if shifter is bumped while trying to change radio or to play a cd or cassette, the shifter easily gets knocked out of position. i have repoted this to my dealer, they checked other escapes on the lot. they all have the same problem. i emailed ford directly about this problem, and they have not as yet responded. i belive that this problem can cause a serious problem if not fixed.

When transmission gear is shifted from neutral into reverse nothing happens, engine revvs, but vehicle does not move. consumer has to shift back and forth until vehicle is finally in gear. took vehicle to dealer 3 times, cannot remedy problem. *ak the problem also occurs from reverse to drive. the gear indicator light goes off too. *yh

Gear shifter will not go down all the way. when moving hand, gears will change while driving. *ak the gear shifter handle gets stuck half-way down when changing gears due to design flaw. *yh

Transmission failed. *slc