Name: 2015 Ford Escape
Brand: Ford

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Backup or other camera/sensors

"It works once in a while. I dont expect it to work."

Anonymous, DC (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"It started about a month ago. It turns itself upside down. Sometimes if you open and close the back it corrects itself"

Anonymous, WA (2015 Ford Escape)

CD player

"Will not release cd; days no disc"

Anonymous, VA (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Display screen goes blank

"Screen did not turn on for several weeks before the car battery was replaced."

Anonymous, PA (2015 Ford Escape Titanium Unsure)

In-dash navigation system (GPS)

"From the first day I owned the vehicle, I have thought that the navigation system doesnt work well. I gave up after a few tries, then went back to my phones navigation, which is easier to use and more accurate."

Anonymous, IL (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Speakers

"The speakers do not; therefore, several features do not available,ie radio, Bluetooth"

Anonymous, PA (2015 Ford Escape Titanium Unsure)

"Sound only worked on"

Anonymous, NY (2015 Ford Escape S 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"I experienced a sudden deterioration of sound quality. Frequent and loud static/crackling grew continually worse until sound ceased altogether. I suspect it a speaker wiring issue, either at the speaker or at the AV unit itself."

Anonymous, MI (2015 Ford Escape SE 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Voice control commands

"Very often it doesnt understand when I ask to call someone. It mishears and offers wrong choices."

Anonymous, DC (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Torque converter

"I began to notice the car shuddering under load when driven at medium to high speed. It gradually got worse and worse over the course of several months. When I took it in for repair, the diagnosis indicated that the torque converter lockup clutch was slipping. Due to the possibility of clutch debris contaminating the fluid and causing blockages elsewhere in the transmission, it was recommended that the entire transmission be replaced."

Anonymous, MD (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Transmission rebuild or replacement

"torque converter is not available as a single unit so the transmission was rebuilt since no new units were availbable"

Anonymous, FL (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"The transmission failed and had to be towed to the dealership. The transmission had to be replaced with less than 100000 miles on the vehicle."

Anonymous A., NC (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"The car ceased to shift up after shifting down, so we had to have it towed to the dealership. The dealership did the rebuild in house. It was a $7800 repair, but I'm getting better fuel economy now than I was getting before the repair."

Anonymous, OH (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"The vehicle would overheat and I'd get a message displayed about a transmission fault. The repair shop said to bring it in while the message was being displayed, which we did."

Anonymous, MN (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Transmission was slowly progressing worse, slipping more & more"

Anonymous, MN (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"Heat shield fell off"

Anonymous A., IN (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"It was a sensor problem related to brakes and two of the sensors needed to be replaced. There have been no further issues with it."

Anonymous A., NH (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"coolent storage system plastic tube needed to be repaired"

Anonymous, IN (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Coolant leaks"

Anonymous, MD (2015 Ford Escape Titanium Unsure)

"Failure in switch that allowed vehicle to be put into drive."

Anonymous A., CO (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"This started with a check engine light issue. The repair place (Mr. Tire) indicated that the fuel line needed to be replaced. This was done. Check engine light returned 10 days later. I took back and they checked and reset because they couldn't find any issues on the diagnostic. It's been less than a week since this repair, so I'm waiting to see if the problem is finally resolved."

Anonymous, NC (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Other emissions/fuel system problem

"Heard noise from gas tank area but also needed a new battery which complicates the issue. Has it towed 3x. Its replaced battery. Next was told it could be 1 or 2 things but didnt want to do the wrong one. Waited for it to fail with diagnostic code."

Anonymous, OR (2015 Ford Escape Titanium)

Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

"When I would get gas, if I turn the car off, it would start for about 5 minutes."

Anonymous, PA (2015 Ford Escape SE Unsure)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Antilock braking system (ABS)

"Warning lights on dash. Took it to Tidwell Ford who has had it for 5 weeks with no resolution."

Anonymous A., GA (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"bolt holding in the speed sensor is frozen by rust. Can not be replaced easily or cheaply."

Anonymous A., OH (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Steering And Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Power steering

"Entire power steering system failed and had to be replaced."

Anonymous, MD (2015 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Shocks or struts

"needed to be replaced"

Anonymous, NY (2015 Ford Escape SE)

Noises And Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Powertrain cooling leaks

"Water pump leaking or coolant hose connector leaking"

Anonymous, PA (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

What Owners Say

Gear selector or linkage

"Could not shift. Vehicle towed to repair shop"

Anonymous, AB (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

What Owners Say

Turbo or supercharger

"This was continual during the time period. The car had no pickup and could not maintain speed on an uphill. It took several months for the dealership to narrow it down to this problem."

Anonymous, KY (2015 Ford Escape SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Seat belts

"Driver's seatbelt failed to lock in so provided no protection. Repair cost $600 Cdn."

Anonymous, ON (2015 Ford Escape SE 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

What Owners Say

Engine mounts

"The engine mounts and straps loosened, resulting in the car being towed to the dealership and repaired. The problem came on quickly with no warning. We had it towed to the dealership the next day and it was repaired within 3 days to our satisfaction."

Anonymous, OH (2015 Ford Escape)

Paint And Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Loose exterior trim or moldings

"The molding around the front windshield deteriorated and broke away. I was told that it is not possible to replace the molding with OEM parts (Some Amazon sellers claim to have a suitable replacement part). I was told by an auto glass company that Ford designed the molding as an integral part of the windshield and cannot be replaced without replacing the windshield."

Anonymous, MI (2015 Ford Escape SE 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Ford Escape

Reliability

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

In-car Electronics

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Transmission Major

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Exhaust

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Fuel System/Emissions

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Brakes

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Steering And Suspension

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Noises And Leaks

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Transmission Minor

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Engine Major

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Body Hardware

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Engine Minor

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Paint And Trim

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Electrical Accessories

Climate System

Engine Electrical

Engine Cooling

Drive System

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