P1450 on FORD ESCAPE
What P1450 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE
Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"Vehicle has been stalling daily since july 2013. vehicle when in for service 4-30-14 do to drivers concern of vehicle crashing at freeway and surface street speeds. on 4-29-14 the vehicle stalled (5) times and seems to stall during throttle changes from closed to traffic flow speeds."
"Check engine light came on and vehicle lost power and died. pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle for a few minutes, then turned it on and was able to proceed for another 5-6 miles, then the issue repeated. check engine light remained on, however."
"I purchased my 2013 ford escape in dec 2020. i have only had it a little over a month. 3 weeks ago i noticed a humming noise coming from the rear of the car. as i was approaching a red light, slowing down to stop, without warning, the car stalled."
"Replace purge valve eco boost engine code # p1450. this should be a recall since it is a safety/emissions issue and should not fail. this is in for repeat recall for faulty door latch."
"Car would have hesitation and stall while idle and check engine light would come on (p1450). also had vibration from fuel tank and/or fuel cap. ford dealer said has to due with evaporator purge valve. said has seen this on 'lots of escapes from 2013-2014'. this needs to be a recall."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P1450 on FORD ESCAPE
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
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What To Do Next
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Get a proper diagnosis
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