08-11 ford escape review ( problems and issues )

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In this video im going to be talking about the Ford Escape /Mazda Tribute
looking into some of the problems and issues of this model
ill give an overall rating towards the end of the video
from 2008 to 2011 models
Rust damage to the rear quarter panels and tailgate is often mentioned by the owners in the Rust Belt.

Front sway bar links go bad often resulting in a knocking noise from the front end when driving slowly over small bumps. Again, it's an easy and inexpensive repair: $150-$230 (parts and labor). This thread describes the DIY repair.

Corrosion at the liftgate release switch can cause the rear glass or the liftgate not to open from the outside. The release switch is the button located under the liftgate chrome bezel that you press to open the liftgate or the rear glass. The switch is also inexpensive ($25 at RockAuto) and is easy to replace.

The hinges that hold the liftgate glass can also corrode in the Rust Belt. If you see the traces of corrosion around the hinges, have them checked, as a bad hinge might separate creating a safety hazard. A pair of aftermarket hinges costs from $30 to $70; the replacement is not very expensive. See these YouTube videos for more info.

If your A/C blower motor works only in 3-rd and 4-th speed, it's very likely that the blower motor resistor has failed. The part costs from $30 to $60; aftermarket parts are cheaper. The blower motor resistor is located on top of the HVAC duct behind the glove box and is easy to replace.
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Many owners mention the leaking left axle shaft seal in the 2009-2012 Escapes. Symptoms include dropped transmission fluid level and fluid leak on the driveway, in the left front area. The repair involves replacing the seal, inner CV-joint housing and possible axle bushing. The repair kit is available from a Ford dealer. This repair cost $350-$620

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Updated: September 17, 2021
The Escape is one of the few small SUVs that still looks like a truck. Its square shape provides excellent all-around visibility and interior space. 2011 Ford Escape2011 Ford Escape.The Escape comes with a 4-cylinder or V6 engine, in a front- or all-wheel drive configuration. It drives comfortably and is very practical inside, which is why it was the best selling small SUV for many years.

A used Ford Escape is not very expensive, but what are the common problems and how expensive are the repairs? What model is better, 4-cylinder or V6? We've done our research and will try answering these questions:

Reported problems: A front ABS sensor ring (tone ring) may break causing the ABS light to come on and the traction control acting erratically. See the photo. The tone ring replacement is not very expensive ($15-25 part plus $80-$180 labor).

00:00 INTRO
00:50 ENGINE REVIEW
2:26 HANDLING
3:56 WINTER DRIVING
4:26 FUEL CONSUMPTION
7:17 STABILIZER LINK ISSUES
9:34 WHEEL BEARING ISSUES
12:19 BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH ISSUES
14:47 REAR WINDOW LATCH ISSUES
16:32 DPFE ISSUES
19:55 PAINT CHIPPING ISSUE
22:40 MY REVIEW





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