2014 Ford Escape brakes problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 2, 2026TXBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   While driving, a message was displayed [Hill Start Assist Not Available] and all mileage figures previously displayed disappered. Additional warning lights were displayed indicating Traction Control, and ABS failures. Electric Power steering assist also stopped. Subsequent testing indicated the EBCM had failed. The part is on National Backorder. While drivable, I'm afraid other issues will arise. This is my only vehicle and I'm within 20,000 miles of needing the timing belt…

   NHTSA complaint #11768433 · source
2. Filed Jan 12, 2026INFireBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   My vehicle had no warning lamps, messages or any other symptoms before driving that day. Vehicle was well maintained. Driving on a rural straight paved road that is in excellent condition, at approximately 55 miles per hour, smoke suddenly came through the dash top (defroster along windshield) and bottom (underneath the dash - heavier volume of smoke); almost immediately, the horn started sounding independently, a message appeared that read engine failure, brakes failed…

   NHTSA complaint #11710410 · source
3. Filed Nov 24, 2025TXBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   ABS braking not functioning, Power steering failure , speedometer and odometer failure, Air Bag indication of non function. Warning indications on dash illuminated at once when failures occured The loss of functioning Air bags, Power Steering, ABS Braking are all possible safety risks, most especially when combined at once. Vehicle has been diagnosed by a registered Ford Dealership. Problems diagnosed as a Failure of the electrical ABS system module by the Ford dealership.…

   NHTSA complaint #11701320 · source
4. Filed Aug 14, 2025115,000 miSCTowedBrakesEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the local dealer sent a mobile mechanic to the residence to repair a bushing on the vehicle. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was repaired, but the mechanic had forgotten to replace a tubing on the vehicle. The vehicle failed to start, and the contact's husband noticed that the tubing was disconnected. The contact's husband was able to attach the tubing, and the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11680629 · source
5. Filed Aug 6, 2025ALBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The ABS, Anti-lock braking sytem symbol came on about 3 or 4 months ago. Other symbols that came on were the brake system (circle with exclamation point in it), the red word "brake", the stability control light, and the speedometer stopped working/ The information display stopped working. We have taken the car to three local Ford Service departments to have it checked only to be told the ABS part is on back order. Furthermore, I've read that the brakes could be compromised.…

   NHTSA complaint #11678864 · source
6. Filed Aug 15, 2024130,000 miCABrakes

   The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the brake pads were overlapping the top of the rotors. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11608714 · source
7. Filed Jan 27, 2024AZBrakesEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   While driving down the interstate, this car started smoking and i was unable to use the brakes. Its like the braking system locked up. I couldn't push the brakes because it was down to the floor hard with NO intentions on stopping. Emergency brakes were needed to stop this vehicle. The gear shift does not seem to in the correct position. Seems to be some type of powertrain issue. The coolant was leaking and there was no vacuum on the motor. The drivers door latch is…

   NHTSA complaint #11568197 · source
8. Filed Dec 14, 2023MIBrakesFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   Hello -- 1) My wife explained to me that the acceleration would rev very high on rpms but no power -- ( 1st & 2nd especially) then the check engine light came on -- I drove it to check and there was something very wrong -- unfortunately I could find no dealers w\o a full months wait or more -- Then on the Friday after Thanksgiving she came home & said she had no brakes -- I take it for a ride to investigate -- sure enough the vacuum booster failed -- like driving w manual…

   NHTSA complaint #11560209 · source
9. Filed Sep 20, 2023108,000 miMDTowedBrakes

   The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the braking system malfunctioned, and the brake pedal was very hard while pressed. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to slow or stop as needed. The contact used the parking brake to slow and eventually stop the vehicle. The vehicle was later towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the cam shaft vacuum pump had detached, causing the braking system to fail. The vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11545677 · source
10. Filed Aug 15, 202337,000 miFLBrakes

    The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the ABS and Traction Control warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, the 4WD and Hill Assist messages were displayed, and the functionality was disabled. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the…

    NHTSA complaint #11538666 · source
11. Filed Jun 10, 2023NCBrakesOther / Unknown

    Turned in the ignition. I heard air coming from the brake when i turned on the car. I then could feel resistance when pushing the brake after pushing to the floor. Brake booster fixed once and after a month. The air sound started again when not pressing the brake. I had to use my emergency brake to drive home from work.

    NHTSA complaint #11526338 · source
12. Filed May 30, 202353,000 miFLTowedBrakesElectrical System

    The contact’s mother owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the contact stated that upon taking the vehicle for the recall repair, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the speedometer failed to display an accurate reading and remained at 0. Several unknown warning lights started flashing. The contact then stated that the electrical system started to malfunction, and the warning lights…

    NHTSA complaint #11524518 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology