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#159 of 167 Re: Escape 08 Sunroof broken under Warranty BUT.... [baggs32] by nvbanker

May 04, 2011 (10:15 am)

Replying to: baggs32 (May 04, 2011 9:28 am)
No I didn't. Guess I'll contact the dealer and see if they can help me. Thanks.

#160 of 167 Re: Escape 08 Sunroof broken under Warranty BUT.... [nvbanker] by baggs32

May 05, 2011 (9:30 am)

Replying to: nvbanker (May 04, 2011 10:15 am)
Here's some of what was in the letter in case that helps you nvbanker. If you took your '08 Escape to a dealer for any kind of service between 3/10 and 8/31/2010 they were supposed to check your VIN to see if it fell in the range of affected vehicles. If you did take it in for service and they did not do that check, and you can prove it, you might have a case with Ford.
 
"(Customer Satisfaction Program 09B10) dated March 2010."
 
"Transmission Fluid cooler in your vehicle may develop a crack and leak transmission fluid. If not repaired, this leak may result in rough/harsh shifting and potential damage to the transmission." "Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to perform the repairs under this program on your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). The Customer Satisfaction Program will be in effect until August 31, 2010 regardless of mileage. Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners." If you have previously had this repair done, you may be eligible for a refund. To initiate a refund request, they ask that you give your paid original receipt to your dealer before August 31, 2010. "

#161 of 167 Re: Escape 08 Sunroof broken under Warranty BUT.... [baggs32] by nvbanker

May 05, 2011 (10:39 am)

Replying to: baggs32 (May 05, 2011 9:30 am)
Thank you. I had this work done back in early 09. Pretty sure I don't have the receipt now, but I'll check. Then I'll see. Appreciate the help. It was a pretty expensive repair.

#162 of 167 Alwyn by alwyn2

May 30, 2011 (2:37 pm)

On a 2008 Limited AWD V-6 have had problems with air condensation from Air Conditioner draining onto interior Passenger Side Floor exactly in front of passenger seat-about size of about a 8&1/2 X 11" piece of paper. Have had Actuator Doors replaced--First, do they have anything to do with flow of Air conditioner or condesation? 2nd. Have been told by the Dealership that there is an Air Conditioner Condensation Drain on Firewall, near the Passsenger Side--I have as stated in other forums poked a straw in the pipe that sticks out from the firewall under the hood; it seems to reclog, and do not see the condensation water on ground; and then notice the floor wet when no water on ground; also seems as if there are shutters or some type of doors when poke that straw into the small drain pipe(about the size of a Penny in diameter) have not used anything to poke with like a stick or something hard as a screwdriver as not to cause harm--after a couple times just try another straw---what a way to go with a MSRP $32,235 Dollar vehicle, eh? Any advice appreciated

#163 of 167 Re: Alwyn [alwyn2] by nvbanker

Jun 11, 2011 (4:55 pm)

Replying to: alwyn2 (May 30, 2011 2:37 pm)
I have an 08 as well, have had no such issues, but I can't see what the actuator doors could possibly have to do with your problem. So I think you were ripped off there. The hose, once you stick it, drains for a while like it should, but then clogs again??

#164 of 167 Re: 2008 Escape Auto transmission durability [kevman2] by trilakesgirl

Jun 21, 2011 (2:06 pm)

Replying to: kevman2 (Jan 03, 2008 10:54 pm)
Dont buy one! I have one and the transmission is crap! It went out at 71k miles, then the engine had problems with valves right after and the motor went out, so the entire drivetrain was gone right after the warrenty of 70k, ford didnt try to help in the least, you better run as fast as you can away from the escape and Ford! I took perfect care / maintence on it. Worst mistake I ever made! All your transmission shops and such are FULL of escapes with constant repairs to motor and tranny!

#165 of 167 Ford 2008 escape no problems 89K miles V6 XLT 4x4 by christofferson

May 04, 2012 (10:07 am)

#166 of 167 Re: 2008 Escape Auto transmission durability [trilakesgirl] by shadescapes

Jun 23, 2012 (10:01 am)

Replying to: trilakesgirl (Jun 21, 2011 2:06 pm)
you bought it new, as soon as your 70,00 mile warranty ended you had the transmission go out and then valve problems- suppose you were the only driver and you drove it like you intended to keep it for more years
 
I have an 08 Escape, 4WD, V6, it's been a superb vehicle- I usually get 31.7mpg on the hwy
 
I got a good deal from the same dealer on a 2009 Escape, 4WD, V6-
so- basically I have 2 2008 Escapes- I wouldn't call them tough off road vehicles- but for most who buy them that treat them properly they are hard to beat
 
If anyone who knows takes a look at the transmisson cooler you might understand why Ford did a recall- one wouldn't call it rugged

#167 of 167 2008 Escape by shadescapes

Jul 14, 2012 (12:02 pm)

had to make a 57 mile run to pick up a hot water heater from Sears
loaded it up- this nice fellow said "nice Escape, I've been looking at buying one, want to sell yours"
 
well now-
 
So I said make me a good offer- he said he'd check Kelly Blue Book- I handed him my business card- call me with a good offer- you can drive this if you're serious
 
he asked about the two things- Scan Gauge and the other-
I said the Scan Gauge shows me how to get 31.7+ mpg
the other is a computer performance chip that woke up the engine
 
I turned the ignition on- UG showed 29.2 average mpg- odomiter showed 112 miles
he said- is it accurate
I said- we can go out on that hwy over there- check the calibration- then drive a couple miles-
It doesn't lie
 
I'd not even cleaned the vehicle, he looked it over pretty good, inside and out
 
quote "I'll check Kelly Blue Book and call you"
 
I said don't unless you are serious

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