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P0457 on FORD ESCAPE

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2011, 2012

What P0457 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE

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

"I have called ford many times, as i have the same problem all the time, it shows that my car has an evaporative emission system leak code p0457. this is the 4th time that shows the same problem even after 'fixing'. ford escape had this recall in 2016 but for some reason i was not sent a notice."

— 2011 FORD ESCAPE owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 03/10/2021

"Get ck fuel fill inlet warning, then get chk engine light code is p0457.system does not work properly ."

— 2012 FORD ESCAPE owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 05/26/2017

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

Common Causes of P0457 on FORD ESCAPE

100%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2012
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.

P0457 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