2013 Ford Escape Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 27about this part
- Share
- 1%of 2,753 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 49,098miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 27 complaints about the suspension of the 2013 Ford Escape, 1% of the 2,753 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 49,098 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My steering froze up on my vehicle it will not turn right or left. And my shots or my struts have worn out too soon I think also on this vehicle but I need this suspension checked out in the steering checked out on this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11055527, filed 2017-12, 88,086 miles“When driving this vehicle, it ser me like it is not running right, and think it is going to die on us in traffic. The front seat belt does not go back in the area where it belongs and sits on the front seat. The passenger driver side door does not close right when you open it. It will stay open until you push the handle down and then it will close and lock. We are afraid to travel long distance with the vehicle because of the way the car acts and run. We just want it fix or replace vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11164098, filed 2018-12, 90,000 miles“I was driving for first time after buying vehicle on the highway at around 55 MPH and the rear of vehicle began to bounce pu and down about ten bounces. It happened after going over an uneven surface, but not a bump. It was very odd. I had some discomfort in my neck as a result and a general unease of wondering what was wrong with the suspension as well as a fear of losing control of the vehicle on the highway. …”
NHTSA complaint #10499919, filed 2013-02, 30 miles“When I first purchased the Escape the trunk handle fell off into my hand, it was replaced. The passenger door opener handle apparently is wrappend in silver plastic, that cut a passenger, I have spent years asking them to replace it, they finally did last month, of course now out of warranty so I had to pay for it. I have had a recurring issue with my rear passenger door interior panel separating from the metal exterior panel, rendering the door useless. My 7 year old daughter cannot get into or out of the vehicle on her side. …”
NHTSA complaint #11140536, filed 2018-10, 115,000 miles“Vehicle powers down, leaks coolant , has rough ride, vibrates and has completely shut down atleast twice requiring a tow. Engine has hot smell to it, as if it is coming from hot coolant . Ford says can't find a leak. They replaced a part on it, however I can not recall what it was because they were only guessing themselves as far as low coolant. However it did not fix it anyway. I have called Ford many times, but they show no recalls to any of the problems I have mentioned. I am a single mom & nurse, I need a reliable vehicle. It is so depressing to make payments on vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10985934, filed 2017-05, 90,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10156588Mar 14, 2019Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles may exhibit damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone). If the rear suspension front lower arm requires…
- 10144210Jul 18, 2018Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles may exhibit damaged or delaminated bushing(s) on the rear suspension front lower arm (dog bone). If the rear suspension front lower arm requires…
- 10183777Apr 26, 2016Some 2012-2013 Focus vehicles built on or before 10/22/2012 and 2013 Escape vehicles built on or before 12/3/2012 may exhibit a crunching or creaking type noise from the front…
- 10052773May 10, 2013Ford: when driving over bumps or making low speed turns, some vehicles may experience some noises from front suspension, like creaking or crunching type. Model 2012-2013 focus…
- 10052209Apr 1, 2013Ford: when going over bumps in road, a clunking noise is heard. Rear lower shock mounting bolts needs to be checked for sealing and torquing for correct specs and replace, if…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 2% |
| 2021 | 7 | 2% |
| 2020 | 9 | 1% |
| 2019 | 3 | 1% |
| 2018 | 11 | 1% |
| 2017 | 8 | 0% |
| 2016 | 7 | 1% |
| 2015 | 13 | 1% |
| 2014 | 18 | 1% |
| 2013 | 27 | 1% |
| 2012 | 12 | 2% |
| 2011 | 32 | 2% |
| 2010 | 34 | 2% |
| 2009 | 19 | 1% |
| 2008 | 31 | 2% |
| 2007 | 19 | 7% |
| 2006 | 65 | 14% |
| 2005 | 459 | 33% |
| 2004 | 154 | 31% |
| 2003 | 90 | 16% |
| 2002 | 80 | 8% |
| 2001 | 42 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2013 Ford Escape
1,266 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
401 complaintsElectrical system
339 complaintsOther or unknown
303 complaintsSteering
303 complaintsFuel system
287 complaintsEngine cooling
175 complaintsVehicle speed control
92 complaintsBody and structure
87 complaintsBrakes
72 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
65 complaintsAir bags
54 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Ford Escape
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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