2003 Ford Escape XLS from North America - Comments

16th Dec 2003, 10:40

"A fun car at a great price"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

I have had few complaints after owning this car for just short of a year. I have had problems with the hatchback latch. At one point it would not close at all. I would try to close it, but it would bounce off the latch. The dealership replaced the part. I am having problems with the latch again though. I have been driving along and the door will just unlatch even though it was securely closed and checked. Fortunately the door has not actually swung open, but I am afraid it will. Also, I am having the same problem with the latch not always catching when I close the door. Another problem that has I am having recently is that the car will not always start right away. I am not sure if there is a problem with the starter. I am bringing the car back in to the dealer this week. Another minor problem is that the windows fog up very easily.

General comments?

Overall, this is a great car.

Problems seem minor.

I feel very comfortable and secure driving this car.

The quick braking has kept me out of several accidents.


23rd Aug 2005, 14:41

If your car is fogging up easily make sure the carpets are not wet, especially the passender side. Sometimes the AC drain tube gets disconnected and water leaks on the carpet.

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