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CarComplaints.com Notes: With questionable safety ratings, a faulty power control module (PCM) and a rear subframe that can rust out, the first model year Escape is known for problems. But the worst one of all? A design flaw that carried through multiple model years and caused dangerous unintended acceleration.
A lack of clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector meant the throttle could get stick open when the accelerator was fully depressed. Following a petition from the Center for Auto Safety, NHTSA opened an investigation and eventually issued a recall to fix the sticky throttles in the 2001–2004 model years.
Even with the throttles fixed, the 2001 model year could still have trouble stopping due to multiple problems with leaking brakes.
7.3
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $210
- Average Mileage:
- 150,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 3 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (2 reports)
- replace hinges (1 reports)
windows / windshield problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
This was a major problem due to the fact that the alarm kept beeping because the window was ajar. Didn't have any option but to get it repaired as soon as possible,. I'm sure this is a real problem with all 2001 Escapes as we have 2 Escapes that have had the same problem within a month of each other. Seems like it should have a recall since the windows are a major part of the vehicle.
- ringpa, Halifax, PA, US