The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer, he was informed that the subframe was severely corroded. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number 14V165000 (Structure) however, the remedy failed to fix the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 177,000.

- Chelmsford, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for exhaust repairs, the technician noticed that the engine cradle and the lower part of the engine frame were corroded and needed to be replaced. The contact called Suburban Ford of sterling heights at (586) 268-7500 (40333 van dyke, sterling heights, mi 48313) and was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

- Washigton, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. While traveling 25 mph, the front lower control arm fractured and the wheel detached from the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact indicated that there was rust on the front end of the lower control arm and the subframe. Also, the subframe was rusted through on the front passenger side. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who replaced the front lower cross member and the front subframe. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V165000 (structure: Body). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 139,145. Updated 01/23/15 updated 6/3/2015

- Elizabeth, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 10 mph on uneven pavement, the steering wheel suddenly turned approximately 45 degrees to the right. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the passenger side subframe was rusted and corroded, which caused the lower control arm to fail. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,900.

- Chicago, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the front passenger side wheel well and the sub frame had rusted out. The contact was informed by their mechanic that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The vehicle had not been inspected by the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 160,000. Updated 05/23/12

- London, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph the lower control arm detached from the vehicle and the front passenger side wheel pointed sideways, causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who stated that the failure was due to corrosion. As a result, the front subframe assembly and the lower control arms needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance because the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 78,000. Updated 11/22/11 updated 03/13/12

- Strongsville , OH, USA

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance where the dealer located severe corrosion at the vehicle under-body, muffler and differential system. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty therefore they would not assist with the repair. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 76,000. Updated 01/06/11. Updated 02/07/11

- Muncy, PA, USA

The straps which hold up the gas tank on my 2002 Ford Escape are rusted and have snapped in half due to severe corrosion. The front strap is just hanging there. Ford said there is no recall.

- Kingston, MA, USA