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2017 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)

Other (7%)

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2017 Ford Escape transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 245hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

11000 mi The active torque clutch in the rear axle assy. I would never have had this problem fixed if my son had not found it on truedelta. 

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2017 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 245hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

51510 mi Replaced Shifter cable bushing and cap and adjust shifter, recall 22S43B 
22000 mi differential clutch in rear end 4wd system 
9000 mi Transmission experiencing a hard shift. Dealer found a seep around the seal. Retorqued and checked fluid level. Still shifts hard at times. 
13000 mi Heavy oil smell in cabin. Suspect bad/venting transaxel. Dealer dismissed. 
18000 mi Heavy oil smell in cabin. Located transmission leak. 

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2017 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

turbocharged 179hp 1.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

80000 mi

US $5700
Transmission failed car would jerk in reverse and at a complete stop it would not go in gear and it required towing 

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2017 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

168-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

53000 mi

US $901
Noise from under body, sounding clunky on acceleration and deceleration. Right Front Axle shaft support bearing loosened in bracket. Bracket and axle shaft bearing damaged. Replaced RF axle shaft assembly, bracket and strap. 

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2017 Ford Escape Transmission Problems

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