The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 70-75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The front of the vehicle began to jerk. The contact was able to pull over to a rest area before the engine seized. The vehicle failed to crank up. The contact used a scope to see if the camshaft was moving. The low pressure and engine light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, who opened a case, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
| VIN Pattern | 1FMCU0GD*HU****** |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Make | FORD |
| Model | Escape |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Series | SE |
| Body Class | Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Engine Model | 1.5L GTDI Sigma w/Premium Fuel |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Engine HP | 170 |
| Engine KW | 126.769 |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 1.5 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 1500 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 91.5356 |
| Other Engine Info | GTDI Sigma. NBH: 170 w/Prem. Fuel |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring System | Optional |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Direct |
| Keyless Ignition | Optional |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | Driver Seat Only |
| Side Air Bag | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant Company Name | Louisville Assembly |
| Plant City | LOUISVILLE |
| Plant State | KENTUCKY |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |