P0301 on FORD ESCAPE
What P0301 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE
Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford escape. while driving at any speed, the engine shook and the "cylinder 1 misfire" indicator illuminated. the vehicle overheated and the engine shut off. the contact stated that the check engine indicator remained illuminated and flashed occasionally."
"1. Transmission failure, it is available for inspection up until time of repair. 2. The vehicle lost power while driving, had incidents of jerking forward without warning, and shifter would get stuck. 3. Yes, independent service center. 4."
"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and DTC: P0301, P0302, and P0304 were retrieved for a misfire in cylinder #1, #2, and #4."
"Coolant Intrusion: A design flaw in the open-deck engine block allows coolant to leak into the combustion chambers, leading to misfires, white smoke, and severe engine damage. Affected Vehicles: Primarily 2017-2019 Escapes and 2014-2019 Fusions with the 1."
"My 2017 Ford Escape SE has the original 2.0 engine, 90857 miles, no accidents. A widely known Ford engine defect called “coolant intrusion”marked by engine error code P0301, causes the car to consume coolant and overheat without notice. Issue is documented in TSV-22-2229 replacing TSV 22-2133."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P0301 on FORD ESCAPE
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
Complaint Trend by Year
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
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Get a proper diagnosis
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Compare repair quotes
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