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2018 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (33%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (11%)

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2018 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

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

81000 mi

US $4700
Coolant leaked into #2 cylinder due to Ford design fault. Only solution is engine replacement. There is a class action lawsuit against Ford for not correcting this defect on it's 1.5 and 2.0 litre turbocharged engines. 

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2018 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

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

1000 mi Replace start module. 

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2018 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

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

48000 mi Engine replaced under warranty for known coolant leak issue. 

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2018 Ford Escape Engine Problems

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