2016 Ford Escape

2016 Ford Escape

The 2016 Ford Escape is a compact SUV available with a choice of three engines and two transmission options. The base engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 168 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. The optional engines are a 1.6-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder that produces 178 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque and a 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder that produces 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. All three engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available as an option.

The Escape is a popular choice for families and outdoor enthusiasts, thanks to its spacious interior, versatile cargo area, and available all-wheel drive system. However, there have been some reported issues with the Escape, including:

Engine

2.5-liter Four-Cylinder

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant and oil leaks, rough idle, poor engine performance
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

1.6-liter EcoBoost Four-Cylinder

• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine, loss of power, engine failure
  • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
  • Recalls: 18V288

2.0-liter EcoBoost Four-Cylinder

• No Issues Found

Transmission

Six-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shifting Problems:
  • Description/Symptoms: Hard shifting, delayed engagement, slippage
  • Solution: Relearn transmission, replace transmission fluid and filter, or rebuild/replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: 18V145

Suspension

• Rear Spring Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Broken rear spring, sagging rear end, uneven ride height
  • Solution: Replace rear springs
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, difficulty starting vehicle
  • Solution: Replace battery, inspect for electrical leaks
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Tailgate Latch Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Tailgate will not open or close, tailgate rattles
  • Solution: Replace tailgate latch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: 18V108

Interior

• Heater Core Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: No heat from heater, coolant leaks inside vehicle
  • Solution: Replace heater core
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2016 Ford Escape is a popular choice for families and outdoor enthusiasts. However, there have been some reported issues with the vehicle, including engine problems, transmission issues, suspension issues, electrical issues, and interior issues. The severity and cost of the issues vary, with some being relatively minor and inexpensive to fix and others being more serious and costly.