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P0299 on FORD ESCAPE

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
9
Most Affected
2013, 2014, 2016

What P0299 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE

Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"The transmission will sometimes fail to engage immediately after putting the vehicle in drive or reverse. If the driver steps on the gas pedal, the transmission jerks violently to engage. Also while driving, the transmission will have a slight slipping before allowing acceleration."

β€” 2013 FORD ESCAPE owner β€’ POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE β€’ Filed 11/15/2023

"I purchased the car on June 09/2021 After taking the car home I noticed a severe lack of power at times when acceleration is crucial in order to navigate safely, such as when approaching an expressway ramp after having been at the light that controls access at the nearby intersection."

β€” 2013 FORD ESCAPE owner β€’ FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM β€’ Filed 06/26/2021

"Driving on the highway I lost braking power the brake vacuum pump ceased up and broke the bolt in the cam shaft that had to be drilled out and replaced then that caused more damage to the cam and bottom end of the motor for the motor to throw the following codes: p0365 p0369 p0012 p0299 b1215 p023"

β€” 2014 FORD ESCAPE owner β€’ POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE β€’ Filed 07/02/2021

"My engine light came on today and the code P0299 popped. It’s for the turbo."

β€” 2016 FORD ESCAPE owner β€’ UNKNOWN OR OTHER β€’ Filed 07/02/2023

"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The contact stated that the dealer had previously replaced the engine. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone, where error code P0299 was retrieved."

β€” 2017 FORD ESCAPE owner β€’ ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING β€’ Filed 07/11/2024

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0299 on FORD ESCAPE

22.2%
11.1%
11.1%
11.1%
11.1%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2013
3
2014
1
2016
1
2017
1
2018
1
2020
1
2022
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0299 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026