2013 Ford Escape Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2013 Ford Escape, 2% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 58,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “vacuum pump” (13% of reports).
- 63service brakes complaints
- 58,000median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Vacuum pump: mentioned in 8 of 63 complaints (13%)
- ABS traction control: mentioned in 5 of 63 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 47 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 63 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Ford Escape service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escape | 1 | 33% | — |
| 2024 Escape | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2023 Escape | 4 | 4% | — |
| 2022 Escape | 33 | 14% | 15,000 |
| 2021 Escape | 40 | 11% | 2,965 |
| 2020 Escape | 33 | 2% | 12,900 |
| 2019 Escape | 8 | 1% | 11,000 |
| 2018 Escape | 25 | 1% | 25,500 |
| 2017 Escape | 45 | 2% | 16,000 |
| 2016 Escape | 16 | 1% | 42,000 |
| 2015 Escape | 25 | 2% | 47,000 |
| 2014 Escape | 31 | 1% | 22,100 |
| 2013 Escape | 63 | 2% | 58,000 |
| 2012 Escape | 18 | 3% | 76,000 |
| 2011 Escape | 22 | 2% | 60,000 |
| 2010 Escape | 43 | 2% | 98,000 |
| 2009 Escape | 94 | 6% | 100,000 |
| 2008 Escape | 120 | 6% | 114,206 |
| 2007 Escape | 30 | 12% | 74,000 |
| 2006 Escape | 41 | 9% | 101,000 |
| 2005 Escape | 40 | 3% | 107,926 |
| 2004 Escape | 18 | 4% | 125,715 |
| 2003 Escape | 11 | 2% | 127,000 |
| 2002 Escape | 41 | 4% | 132,294 |
| 2001 Escape | 30 | 3% | 147,992 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure; service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 escape vehicles manufactured from march 8, 2012 through june 7, 2012. Due to mis-positioned carpet padding the center console trim panel may be pushed outboard of the intended position, reducing clearance relative to the pedal package.
Risk: The reduced clearance may result in the driverâs foot contacting the side of the brake pedal while transferring the foot from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal, increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the carpet padding and left-side console trim panel replaced with a new panel, free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2012. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The anti-lock brake system is no longer available. When I start the car, a warning comes on that the Uphill assist is unavailable. Other lights come on concerning the brakes. I have contacted my repair shop and they have contacted the FORD dealership and have been told that presently there is no…
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Frequently asked questions
Do all 2013 Ford Escapes have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 63 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2013 Ford Escape (2% of the 2,750 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford Escape service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 58,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2013 Ford Escape?
The most frequent phrase is “vacuum pump”, in 8 of 63 complaints, followed by “abs traction control” (5).
Other 2013 Ford Escape problems
- Engine problems (1,265)
- Power Train problems (401)
- Electrical System problems (339)
- Steering problems (302)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (247)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (175)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (92)
- Structure problems (87)
See all 2013 Ford Escape problems or service brakes problems across all Escape years.