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2012 Ford Escape Common Problems & Recalls
Shopping for a 2012 Ford Escape or already own one? Here are the problems owners most often report to NHTSA, any open recalls, and what tends to go wrong — so you know what to watch for. Got a specific symptom? Run a free diagnosis →
Most reported problems
Based on 598 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford Escape.
- Steering137 reports
- Fuel/Propulsion System137 reports
- Engine72 reports
- Vehicle Speed Control69 reports
- Structure67 reports
Recalls
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP16V777000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING15E045000
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
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Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaint volume reflects how often owners report an issue, not a guarantee your vehicle has it. Always confirm with a licensed mechanic.