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2012 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 89 repairs.
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2012 Ford Escape other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

94000 mi

US $50
Liftgate glass hinge exploded apart. It had been showing signs of corrosion, and I had expected this to happen for awhile. This is something that we don't use at all, but when shutting the whole trunk door the hinge for the glass broke. Bought 2 replacement pieces and took all of 10 minutes to replace. 
73160 mi

C $85
Rear liftgate struts replaced Rear lift glass struts replaced 
31000 mi Rear hatch handle was inoperable. Dealer replaced the handle assembly under factory warranty. 

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2012 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

27000 mi License plate lamp holder broken during mfg, replaced under warranty. 

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2012 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

35000 mi Front passenger seat belt failing to properly retract. Seat belt replaced under warranty. 

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2012 Ford Escape Other Problems

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