57 complaints reported

2014 Ford Escape FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

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57
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0

Complaint Timeline

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Jan 2026

Stalls when tank is 1/2 full. With only 2-3 seconds warning, engine light goes on I loose all power. Engine’s light used to be on for about 3/5 years straight. Stalls on rough roads. Stalls a few miles into a drive when not driven for 3 or more days Started having problems 10 + years ago. Ford in henderson , no could not find anything wrong. It used to stall or almost stall when I got gas every time, but it doesn’t really do that anymore. Now it just stalls in the middle of the road a few miles into every drive when my tank is at half or less.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Dec 1969
Oct 2025

My vehicle stalls while driving or after pumping fuel and I frequently have to "fart" it is the only thing I can describe it as. The opening to the fuel tank will start vibrating and making noises. If I do not pull over, the minute I let off the gas, it stalls out. In addition, when I pump gas, it takes 4-5 times to start it. It dies 3 or 4 times before it will turn over and I have to press the gas pedal and take off as soon as it starts so it doesn't die. I have been able to get it to stay running, but barely, when adding a small amount of fuel. It chugs and rpms go up while I'm pumping like it's about to die. If I put more than 10 dollars in, it dies while fueling and I get stranded. It's getting worse. I'm listing the date as today, but this started in 2023 or so and I bought the vehicle in 2017

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Oct 2025
Feb 2025

When after fueling the car it will not start. You have to pump the gas and hurry and put it in gear or it will die. When it gets below a full tank while driving the gas tank starts to vibrate releasing pressure if you are not giving it fuel it will die while you are driving down the road, several formus explain hundreds of people experience this very same issue and no recall it needs to be recalled before someone gets seriously hurt . Something is wrong with the pressure build up senor or parts not sure been dealing with this issue for ever and each part i have replaced has not fixed the issue

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Feb 2025
Feb 2024

I purchased a 2014 Ford Escape last month. I thought Ford was a reputable company until I filled up my gas tank. Imagine my surprise when my car that I had only owned for two days, didn't start after getting gas. Thankfully a customer at the gas station told me he had the same problem and to rev the engine as I'm turning the ignition. Now every time I get gas, I have to rev the engine while trying to start the vehicle. Then after starting, I have to continue to give it gas so it won't die. It has died on me once while pulling out of the gas station because I hadn't given it enough gas to start with. After some research, I discovered that it is the canister purge valve that needs changed. Auto Zone confirmed this when they read the code for my check engine light. I couldn't find any recall info for that part despite the Ford Focus of the same year having one. My car warranty that I purchased doesn't cover it. This is a serious safety concern.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Nov 2024
Jan 2024

I've had the Vapor Canister Purge valve replaced 3 times due to it causing the car to not start. Now I have a broken nipple on the bottom hose. I don't understand why there is a recall for the same problem on 2012-2018 Ford Focus 2.0 due to a potential malfunctioning Canister Purge valve. Ford Reference #18S32. I will now have to get it placed for the 4th time and also the part that the bottom hose attaches to. If it had been recalled and a proper fix in place then I wouldn't be going through this a 4th time. On that recall dealers will reprogram power train control module with new software that will detect a malfunctioning Canister Purge valve and prevent a potential excessive fuel vapor system vacuum condition from occurring. Dealers will inspect and replace the canister Purge valve, carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module, as necessary. There will be no charge for these services. Why aren't the 2014 Escapes with 2.0 engine being recalled as well? There are many Ford forums with the same Escape problem. When I ask the dealership its always sorry just save your receipts. For what when it doesn't run anymore. Do I get a medal for the most Purge Canister valve replacements. It is really a problem when you're stranded because after you fill up it won't start. I'm sure my car has the rest of the problems of the 2.0 Ecoboost recalls like leaking coolant. But what forever reason its always other models even though many have all the same issues as the lawsuits do.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jan 2024
Jan 2023

There was already a recall for the fuel pump and it was completed however it is now doing the same thing. This means there will be a loud noise and then the engine will stall. It has been so scary when other cars are around because it won’t start back up for a little while. If I turn off the engine when pumping gas it won’t start back up. I don’t have the money to keep fixing things on this piece of junk!

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Sep 2023
Dec 2022

I have twice repaired a canister purge valve and the line that goes with it. I am having to replace it a 3rd time from the same problem that is a recall in the Ford Focus with the same engine. The first thing it does is not start after putting gas then the engine light comes on which caused me to be stuck at the gas station. I have the receipt for the 2nd time it was repaired and the parts were purchased from Jordan Ford in San Antonio both times and I'm going to have to purchase the parts again plus the repair. This should be a recall as other people who own the same Escape have the same problem.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Dec 2022
May 2022

There is already an NHTSA Campaign on this specific issue: It is ID: 15V005000. My specific vehicle was manufactured at the Louisville plant in June of 2014 so just a month following the Ford Escape covered under this specific recall mentioned above. The car just stalls or shuts off completely. It does it inconsistently. It may do it while parked. It may do it while driving. It did it 3 times yesterday, but it may not do it again for another 2 weeks. I have taken it to 2 mechanics that tell me that there are "no codes" coming up on code readers so they do not know what to repair. I just happened across the information on the recall for the fuel pump mentioned above. The more I read about it, it absolutely sounds like the same thing going on my my 2014 Ford Escape that was manufactured the very next month in the same plant. My college age daughter drives this vehicle to and from school so I am VERY concerned. Is there a way to check the actual fuel pump number or something to see if it was one of the defective fuel pumps? We are meeting with the mechanic today to see about having the fuel pump replaced.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: May 2022
May 2022

The fuel pump was a recall that I had fixed in 2018 however I am again having the same issue. They tell me since the part was previously replaced it would be my responsibility to pay the 800.00 for yet another fuel pump. Typically a fuel pump lasts roughly 100,000 miles but apparently ford products are the exception!! Poor customer service from the ford dealer who originally replaced and absolutely no help! When I put gas in my vehicle it won’t start if I turn it off. Now is is dying while driving down the highway which could be detrimental to everyone involved.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: May 2022
Jan 2022

purge valve failed. car stalled with no warning in traffic at lights in busy intersection in the dark. I was stranded alone in winter thirty miles from home in the country. Finally a man assisted to push the car on a side road. Waited another hour alone for tow to Landmark Ford in Tigard Oregon. Dealer stated purge valve failed. Paid $700 to fix plus $250 for rental car. Found exact problem on Ford recall 18S32 Ford Focus same model years and engine type as my escape. Ford corporate stated they didn't issue a recall on the Escape because they didn't think it was a problem. This is a known issue with Ford Focus. Why wasn't a recall issue for the Escape?

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jan 2021
Dec 2021

A common issue on these Ford Escapes (Mine is a 2014) are the canister purge valve sticks open , causing the fuels vapors to enter engine while fueling. This essentially floods the engine when fueling. It also throws a check engine light and runs lean. I have seen hundreds of issues which the Ford Escapes and nothing has been done about it . This should be covered under the emissions defect warranty but the part is not listed. The weird part is this same exact issue is listed under numerous recalls for different models such as the Ford Focus. I have no idea why Ford is not acknowledging this issue on the Escape ,especially on the 1.6 EcoBoost engine - which is a PAIN to change the canister purge valve. Hopefully Ford fixes this and sends recalls to everyone affected.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Sep 2021
Nov 2021

Vehicle stalls many times while driving usually after starting vehicle and take off . Check engine light came on there was a code for fuel pump or fuel pressure. Looks like there may be a recall on my vehicle as well unsure as to next steps, I dont want to get in a accident need fixed asap

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Nov 2021
Aug 2021

IT HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING SLOW THE CAR STALLS SUDDENLY. I HAVE TO RE-START THE CAR

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jul 2021
Mar 2021

CAR STALLS WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Feb 2021
Dec 2020

MY 2014 FORD ESCAPE SE, 1.6L ECOBOOST SUV. HAS A VERY DIFFICULT TIME RESTARTING WHEN GAS IS FILLED AT THE GAS STATION. THE CAR NEEDS TO BE REVED AND THEN PUT INTO DRIVE IMMEDIATELY OR IT WILL STALL. ONCE THE CAR HAS RUN FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS THE CAR WILL NORMALIZE AND NO LONGER TURN OFF UNTIL THE NEXT FILL UP. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES WHEN THE CAR HAS TURNED OFF ON ME WHILE I WAS ATTEMPTING TO ENTER AN INTERSECTION RIGHT AFTER THE AFOREMENTIONED PROCEDURE. FROM WHAT I'VE GATHERED THIS IS AN ISSUE FORD HAS WITH THE FOCUS MODEL. THE ISSUE BEING THE PURGE VALVE BEING STUCK AND CAUSING TO MUCH VACUUM IN THE SYSTEM. IF THE GAS LEVEL GETS TO LOW THE CAR WILL START SHUTTERING AND WANTING TO STALL. ADDITIONALLY, THERE IS A HIGH PITCHED NOISE THAT IS COMING FROM THE GAS FILL CAP AREA. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE GAS IS ABOUT A 1/4 OF A TANK FULL.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jan 2019
Oct 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD ESCAPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD HUMMING NOISE WHILE DRIVING. THE BATTERY LIGHT AND THE OIL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED, WHILE STOPPED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE THEN OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY WESTWAY FORD LOCATED AT 801 W AIRPORT FWY, IRVING, TX 75062, (972) 584-9033 THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BY A RECALL. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS CONSULTED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,000

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Dec 2019
Sep 2020

BLOWN HEAD GASKET

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Sep 2020
Jul 2020

SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CODE IS 19S22

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Feb 2020
Apr 2020

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED AT ABOUT 75,000 MILES. CAR STALLS AFTER ADDING GAS AND WILL OCCASIONALLY STALL AT "IDLE". WILL ALSO OCCASIONALLY HUM FROM THE GAS TANK COVER. HAD TO HAVE THE PURGE SOLENOID/CANISTER (REPLACED 4 TIMES), SEAL PUMP AND OTHER PARTS TO THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jan 2019
Mar 2020

EVERY TIME I COMPLETELY FILL THE GAS TANK, DURING THE FIRST 1 O 2 MILES OF DRIVING, THE VEHICLE VIBRATES EVERY TIME I STOP IT, SUCH AS AT RED LIGHT STOPS. NOTE: IF YOU NEED TO CONTACT ME BY PHONE SHOULD BE IN SPANISH, PLEASE.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Mar 2020
Dec 2019

DOES NOT GET ADVERTISED FUEL EFFICIENCY. FUEL EFFICIENCY IS MUCH LOWER AT AROUND 22 MPG COMBINED. VERY DISAPPOINTED.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Dec 2019
Dec 2019

VEHICLE LOOSES PROPULSION SUDDENLY WITH LITTLE TO NO WARNING. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE THE CULPRIT. FUEL RAIL PRESSURE WILL MAINTAIN 680-2200 PSI FOR LONG DURATIONS AND TRIPS BEFORE RANDOMLY DROPPING TO 50-80 PSI AND STALLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS WAITING TO TURN LEFT AT AN INTERSECTION, SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT, OR NAVIGATING A PARKING LOT.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Apr 2019
Oct 2019

CAR WILL HESITATE AND ENGINE WILL DIE

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Oct 2019
Aug 2019

TAKATA RECALL WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON 95 MY CAR STARTED TO MAKE A WHINING NOISE AND STALLED OUT ON THE SHOULDER OF 95. WHEN TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE BACK UP. YOU CAN TELL THE WHINING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE GAS TANK. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP BUT THEY ARE TELLING ME THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. IT HAPPENED TWO MORE TIMES AFTER AND SINCE I HAVE STOPPED DRIVING IT UNTIL I CAN FIND OUT WHAT IS WRONG WITH IT

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Aug 2019
Aug 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD ESCAPE. AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE, IT FAILED TO START. IT TOOK THE CONTACT SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO START THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. GREEN HYUNDAI (1200 S DIRKSEN PKWY, SPRINGFIELD, IL 62703, (217) 525-1370) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2014 FORD ESCAPE, Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Incident: Jan 2019

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The 2014 Ford Escape has 57 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM complaints on file. Review the timeline above for detailed owner experiences.