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2016 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (6%)

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2016 Ford Escape electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

15000 mi System crashed, navigation had wrong location and direction. Also booted off the paired phones. 
6820 mi Driver's side heated seat failed Entirely at approximately 6,000 Km. The element was replaced under warranty. The nav system has 2 display screens showing distance to the next way point. The smallest one is beside the speedometer and appears to be limited to 25 km. it cannot be explained by the technician and has been reported to Ford. 
14040 mi Heated driver's failed to throw ANY heat. The dealership found a defective connection and replaced parts. 
16740 mi The USB ports and 12 V power outlet failed. Diagnosis determined that the USB ports were not functioning and were causing The entire system to fail. 

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2016 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

47120 mi

C $156
Replaced battery 
26000 mi

US $120
Battery died way too early. 
29000 mi Purchased certified used. GPS inoperable. Selling FORD dealer stated this was software issue, no new update from Ford to fix. Took to another dealer, GPS cable cut, not warranty but replaced under warranty. Snowstorm caused parts delay. 
18900 mi Plugging a phone, iPod, or USB into the USB port in the car caused the Sync system to crash and voice commands to become nonfunctional. 

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2016 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 178hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

16000 mi Airbag warning symbol came on intermittently. Replaced driver side seatbelt buckle. 

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2016 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 178hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $50
Recharged A/C that was empty. It has since emptied again and is scheduled to go to the dealership for diagnosis 
36000 mi Replaced drive front door speaker. Due to distorted sounds. 
9000 mi Sirius travelink provides incorrect fuel prices. 

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2016 Ford Escape Electrical Problems

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