WARNING!!! Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute owners of 2009 or newer vehicles.

[@tjmusa]

very good vid. love how you speeded thru. and explained what you was doing. the old timer motor heads we knew growing up with would be proud of you. thanks for helping everyone.

[@philiporden622]

i guess a few HONEST mechanic like you would like to share straight and honest opinions and advice when it comes to auto repairs...GOOD JOB...all the best...

[@humormemore3342]

Quality work, thank you for providing us this DIY tool. Auto class in highschool cv axle rebuild day we were made to mark the shaft and cup (clean and mark a spot on the bearing also) so the bearings go back in the same slots and match the existing wear pattern. If you've done it already and reading this don't worry the axle is pretty durable.

[@moneymaker8621]

I have 2011 ford escape XLT V6 4x4 flex fuel and it has 300,000km on it and no leaks and it runs like it's brand new still

[@johnschwarz5641]

Excellent video - thank you. The same thing happened on my son's 2006 Mercury Mariner.

[@elj1761]

THANKS So much for all the time you spent to show this old dog new tricks I wish you were my shop teacher back in the days

[@mikejungferman4744]

Thanks a lot buddy, best car repair video I've seen in a long time, wish you was down in Florida

[@rojasfilm]

thank you for the head's up. What a service!

[@runamuckretreatmccarthy1554]

You know, as much as I really appreciate all the DIY videos posted on youtube, by all of the awesome mechanics out there, I have to say... Although I LOVE my Mazda Tribute (second Mazda I've owned, bought #2 because of how impressed I was with my B2500 pickup) I have to say, I have become VERY disillusioned by all of the apparent manufacturer defects, that Mazda is fully aware of, but don't offer recalls on for repair/replacement. The cruise control issue was a recall because of safety issues, but damn... ignition switch issues are a BIG problem too, it gets loose by 100k miles or so and eventually will not start the car. And they've redesigned the replacement modules 6 times since 2008. The current one costs over $150 just for the part. My idler pully went at 80k miles, my evap system started leaking at the valve at around 70k miles too, now I'm thinking I may have this problem too. I'm fairly handy with a wrench, etc.. but without a lift, I'm not real happy about having to jack it up and crawl under. With all these issues, I'm definitely thinking of a different model/manufacturer with my next purchase.

[@JosephVollmar]

Runamuckretreat mccarthy I know it is frustrating at times, but trust me every manufacturer has issues like this that you have to deal with. I really comes down to whose problems are you willing to deal with. My wife has a 2012 Escape Limited, same vehicle, and at 114k miles we have never had an issue. One of the lucky ones I guess.

[@kevinW826]

Ford built the Mazda Tribute, not Mazda themselves. All Mazda did was service them, so don’t blame them for fords screwups. It’s like shooting yourself in the foot and blaming Donald Trump.

[@TheScandoman]

​@@JosephVollmarThank you for this video. My 2008 (2nd Gen') FWD Mariner also leaks badly at the LF axle seal. I discovered this when replacing the LF CV shaft (which was NOT making the ugly klunking sound, as I had feared...), but it has 265,ooo miles, so Inak not really complaining. So, you say that the 2008 is different than the 2009-2012; because the changed the transmission?... Do you know of a similar video pertaining to the 2008 Escape/Mariner? TYVM!

[@Werewolfmage]

I had to replace the Axle seals in the rear diff on my 07 mariner. Good video!

[@BackUp-z4t]

Interesting. Thanks. Hope i never have that problem. Thinking of buying a 2005 Tribute.

[@jonathanpetrucelli7067]

That bushing driver is genius

[@mannylumbres520]

Thank for the video. I'm having the same issue.

[@adribouss]

How many miles do you have?

[@MiguelPerez-zf8hv]

Very good high quality video. Greatly appreciated.

[@michaelsanchez8519]

This has also happened on my 2004 Mazda 3, but it happened around 180k so you know. take it as you may. It was a $300 repair by the way. Oops, no engine or transmission issues. Other than regular maintenance and a valve manifold cover (that I broke). She is sitting at 201k.

[@daddycool980]

What does it cost at a shop to get this fixed

[@chrisgarcia767]

08 mazda tribute 250k miles.....I know this video is old. Iv had this problem a couple of times. First time i didnt know about the bushing, i just replaced the cv shaft & seal. 6mo later it started pouring trans fluid all over the place. Thats when i came across your video. Again replaced cv shaft & seal, and the bushing this time. Lastnight (1yr later) my wife called from 30miles away saying it was doing it again and was poring out while car was running while sitting in parking lot. So i drove w/ car trailer and picked her, kids & car..... why did this happen again so fast? I followed your video to the t. I love the tribute, it drives and has ran perfect with no problems at all except this. Hopefully you see this right away, i culd use some advice before i start to Tear back into it. Which will have to be today, if not ill let you know what i find. Thank you in advance

[@Nesssssaaa]

I have a 2008 Mercury Mariner and I had the exact issue. The axel shaft end got stuck inside from all the leaking and I had to replace the entire housing as well as axel. Also had some transmission issues because of the leaking it was doing.

[@budd1669]

Anybody have the part number for the bearing and seal?

[@craigkaschan4822]

My wife has one of them 2004 V6 Mazda Tribute 340k klm I hope that’s been done. You make it look easy mate.

[@JosephVollmar]

2004 was a different transmission, your in the clear.

[@safwansatti5653]

Do you have a video about the ABS replacement my break go to the floor i have already checked everything. It suddenly went down after driving through snow and I hit the breaks the ABS activated and then the break pedal went down

[@stephenduclos9693]

Great video! I have heard 190 ft # for the axle nut for a Tribute. I wonder if there is a difference among models, or between 4WD and RWD. It's a pleasure to hear someone explain the process without saying "go ahead and" every 7 seconds. Well done.

[@MichaelClark-fq7nv]

Does this procedure work for the passenger side?

[@boomerguy9935]

I have a Gen2 2008 Escape which still has the Gen1 3.0 V6 engine and 4-speed auto. I believe I have the best of both worlds, better looking body and simpler drive train. With 148K miles on it, it has been a very good vehicle with scheduled services.

[@ricke6854]

Is a 2009 Mazda Tribute subject to this problem ?. I'm looking at buying one that's in great condition as far as I know, then I saw this youtube video. Vehicle has 245 k km on it.

[@mikejungferman4744]

How much did you charge her, if you don't mind me asking, I realize that's a lot of work, it ain't easy or everybody would be doing it

[@cbrrebates]

My fleet has 20 ford escape hybrids. 3 of the 20 transmission failed and they failed when my drivers were on the road....

[@justlg3359]

Great repair but I notice you didn't use the proper lube which it's loctite 648 on the bushing which is stated on the tbs repairs. Also please next time link where to get that parts for the repair or show the part number for the kit. This will help alot thanks alot. I am having this issue now on my 2012 ford escape 2.5l

[@adribouss]

How many miles on yours? I have the same one with 146K and no issue yet.

[@justlg3359]

@@adribouss what do you mean? When did you do you repair? Mines has 74k miles and it started leaking a while ago. And it has movement the cv axle. So I need to do the repair soon, best get a new cv axle

[@adribouss]

@@justlg3359 I still haven't dealt with that issue on my 2012 Ford Escape (146K miles).

[@justlg3359]

@@adribouss maybe u got lucky or was it repaired before previous owner if u bought it used

[@adribouss]

@@justlg3359 maybe. I bought it used.

[@times420]

This was a recall. Aside from that great video!

[@upinderdhaliwal5998]

i am considering buying a 2008 Mada Tribute AWD.. can you please tell me 4 cylinder is better to buy or 6?

[@Thundarr995]

My friend has one of these,an 08 Escape AWD. I told him not to buy it. It's got about 130k on it. Since he bought it,about 1.5yrs ago he's replaced the timing chain$ and the water pump. That was over $2k. Now it's in the shop getting a rack & pinion steering replaced and a power steering torque sensor. That's going to cost about $1800. Even after all that,the transmission leaks fluid. They quoted him $1500 to fix that. Replace the pump & front seal. These vehicles are a major peice of crap. I'd never buy one after watching him go through all that. In fact I gave him a ride home from the shop. I felt bad for him,I didn't say anything about that pos car of his. The only good thing about the Escape is the engine. The 3.0L is a great little engine. Too bad the rest of the vehicle sucks and falls apart around it. LOL And he's a grandpa that drives it like a friggin great grandma. And it still breaks down all the time. 🤣

[@zythr9999]

🤣

[@ultramimo]

That's so strange, my 2008 3.0L is at 123k miles and only had an ignition switch issue. Absolutely nothing else in 14 years.

[@TheScandoman]

I also have 2008 Mariner; TWO of them, 264k, and 202k! Sorry your friend had so much trouble; does he ever get 'a second opinion'?

[@gibson7654]

Can you please share what the TSB number is for this issue? I have 08 FEH with a leak similar to what you're dealing with here. I am trying to identify this correctly before I spend $.

[@oby-1607]

Where did you get the slide hammer bushing puller. Worked slick. Dreading when I have to do this to my Escape.

[@JosephVollmar]

It’s a blind whole bearing puller kit. You can get them as a loan a tool for most of your parts stores.

[@HighDriver]

I know this is old but I think my escape might have this issue, how much would I expect for this repair. And could this break a transmission

[@chef9524]

Looking into an 08 escape as my first car, thanks for heads up.

[@dirkturrell6460]

Fooos don't buy an 08! I have one and as much as I love the Escape it's got problems galore! I'm going to get a 2011-2012 in the next month or so because they're the same but with the bugs sorted out! The 08 was a first of the generation and that's something to stay away from with any vehicle lol

[@stealyourfacekev]

What about the 07?

[@TheDBZCollector]

@@dirkturrell6460 so then i should get a 2011 escape instead of an 09 tribute?

[@f150sbcglobal]

WHAT YEAR DID FORD FIX THIS???

[@JosephVollmar]

I’m not 100% sure, but I think they had it pretty well solved by ‘13’ or ‘14’.

[@stamos441]

My 2012 Escape has the same kind of problem! I was so scared that it was early signs of transmission failure. I’ve had a feeling that there was something I could do to avoid total transmission failure! Can anyone verify symptoms of this part failing? And it should cost around 500$ at a shop? What about the dealership? Again thank you so much as this is the only problem I’ve had/have with my car.

[@JosephVollmar]

It will cause a trans fluid leak from the drivers side axle shaft seal at the transaxle. That is really the only major symptom. If you let it go too long it could do more damage, just don’t run your trans low on fluid. A dealer may be more than $500 depending on labor rates in your area, but call around for pricing. Are you anywhere close to St. Louis, Missouri?

[@meyanisirivanos210]

Same here.. 2012 Ford Escape with the exact same issue. Wonder why there wasn't a recall.🤔

[@draketheduck1937]

Got a question. Will it seem like the trans is slipping. Got a customers car and never really worked on these before. But second seems like it’s slipping but works fine if your going slow. And it’s a 2009 Ford Escape 4x4 model

[@SimonKlit]

How did this shake out? Was trans done, or just the bushing?

[@BZentinela]

Will this make a clanking noise when breaking?

[@JosephVollmar]

BZentinela for the issue referenced in the video, no. If you have one of the cv joints going out it could definitely make a clunking noise.

[@BZentinela]

That’s what i thought ,thanks good man

[@xxjx3xx48]

wow close call… mines an ‘08 with 142k and no issues at all (knock on wood)

[@JosephVollmar]

My wife has a ‘12’ with 110 on it and hasn’t had any problems with hers, but since Ford put out a TSB on it I would say it is not an uncommon problem.

[@7outdoors4lifethebuckhunte80]

I have a 2008 Mazda Tribute v6 and I’m having issues shifting 20mph to 25mph that’s on the city but if I drive on the highway everything works perfect don’t have issues shifting ! Can you please help me up what the problem cold be? Thank you!

[@brianbaker359]

Most all these problems on KZbin seem to be exclusively driver side. Does this not occur on the passenger side as well? You would think that parts and wear would be the same regardless of side of the vehicle.

[@JosephVollmar]

Nope just the driver as far as I know. All I can figure is that the axle is slightly designed different on the right side.

[@ryanpittman7704]

Can I put this on a 2014 ford escape

[@helpmemike]

Can you mount your camera on the blue lift for a different angle?

[@dustinanderson1994]

Aloha, thank you for the video. I have 2011 Ford Escape. I have been having a problem. I have the automatic transmission 4cylinder engine. When putting the vehicle into drive. It makes a loud noise that will shake the car. After the loud noise and one shake. It drives fine shifts smooth. It only happens when I put the car into drive. No other gear. Thank you for your time

[@lrylpz]

Sounds like a bad motor mount.

[@anacondadope550]

You should replace the front passenger side motor mount. This seems to happen alot with these cars

[@ernestg.harveyjr7087]

very informative thank you

[@ഷാജിപാപ്പൻ-യ5മ]

Hello, I am planning to buy an escape 2008 model with mileage 2.06 km . After seeing this problem, i have in a little bit confusion. Do you suggest this vehicle...

[@JosephVollmar]

Dheepu Dhass there is nothing wrong with them where I would say stay away. This is just one of those little quirks that I think people should know about.

[@ഷാജിപാപ്പൻ-യ5മ]

Joseph Vollmar thank you so much for your reply. Also I could see some serious problems with its EPS. As an international student i don't know much about the vehicles in Canada. How is the old (2001-05) model escape. Do they have any such serious problems.... I can spent maximum of 4k for a car and I like small SUVs. That's why I selected this car. If you don't mind can you suggest a good car within this price. I also like Hyundai Tiburon

[@JS-DeepStar]

My wife drives a 09 Ford Escape XLT that we bought used and it has been the greatest car I have ever owned. We are at 190,372 miles and it runs great. We have not done anything to the car other then regular maintenance, the factory recommendations on the intervals. I would totally buy another one.

[@JS-DeepStar]

we have the 6.

[@gosth81]

JSM how many Mpg does it makes? I just bought one V6

[@waynedickens3077]

thank you just i seen the same problems will i was looking under one today 2009 Ford Escape XLT SUV 4WD i was going to give the owner an offer on the car / truck wayne

[@tgoff18]

Does this happen on earlier models also? 01-06?

[@JosephVollmar]

Thomas Goff it is possible that it could happen, but it was not a common problem in the earlier models. There was no TSB for the pre 2009 vehicles. If your output shaft seal is leaking I would definitely inspect the end of the axle and the bushing for abnormal wear while it is apart and make any necessary repairs.

[@stephenpetrovich2383]

Ive got a 2012 Fusion, thats got this same problem. I spent 2 days attempting to get the CV axle out of the transmission, had al sorts of different tools, and even a slide hammer. Just could not get the axle out of the transmission. gave up after 2 days, put it back together and said screw this...I will have to just keep putting fluid in. Im going to be getting rid of the car instead...its 12 years old, with 251000 miles on it...

[@donaldcookjr5687]

My 08 mariner isn't leaking fluid but after going in reverse then tooi drive it makes a clunking noise could that be this starting to give me a problem with the rear axle

[@JosephVollmar]

This issue was only with the front left axle, but you could have a cv joint that is showing its age. If you can get it up in the air, have someone hold the break and shift from drive to reverse and see if you can isolate the clunk. Just please be careful that the vehicle is properly lifted and secure so that it doesn’t fall on you or run you over.

[@pedrowalter]

Im having the exactly same problem with my 2014 Taurus limited !!!!

[@tashapitts1]

Where are you located if I need the repair?

[@noahrivera5775]

Hello so how much could this repair cost with everything the labor and the car parts?

[@OmgItsCAndT]

I appreciate ya bud

[@Israfil-RF]

Thanks for the video 👍👍👍🤝

[@dond3198]

Would that bushing being bad cause a growling noise?

[@JosephVollmar]

Don Don I doubt it, but low fluid level might.

[@dond3198]

@@JosephVollmar I've got a loud growling that's not there all the time. Usually the worst between 25 to 40 mph when decelerating or at a steady speed. I suspected the PTU but that seems ok. I disconnected the rear drive shaft and no change. Any ideas? Thanks!

[@918Mitchell]

Does this solve the problem or is it a forever issue?

[@JosephVollmar]

No, this solves the problem, Upgraded bushing material with better oiling groves.

[@steven7297]

I have a 08 should I be worried?

[@kennybrooks8374]

I'm about to buy an 08 with 90,000 miles. From your experience with yours, would you say it'd be a good purchase for me? Thanks!

[@theoriginaltylerdurden]

What oil did you spray on the outside of the bearing before you inserted it? Would 3 in 1 oil work? I will buy what you tell me to get. Thanks much for the info and the video

[@JosephVollmar]

tyler durden sorry about the delay in responding to you, I just saw your comment. Generally I use Permatex Ultra Slick engine assembly lube, but any good oil will work, even a little good grease will do the trick. Just something to lube the outside on the way in and the inside until transmission fluid gets there.

[@CBWiesner]

Bummer, I just had my splash guard down, to install a brush guard, never realized, that's where the drain plug is, I wish I saw this vid a month ago.

[@eddymoney4271]

At what point do you just replace the entire CV axle shaft, vs. just replacing that specific half of it?

[@JosephVollmar]

Eddy Money I’ve done it both ways, but the repair kit from Ford comes just the trans end as part of the kit and if the rest of the axle is in good shape it’s less expensive to do it this way. If the axle is not in the best shape I would just buy the bushing from Ford, then get the seal and the axle on the aftermarket.

[@eddymoney4271]

@@JosephVollmar Thanks man, I appreciate it. You may have mentioned this in the vid but what are the primary symptoms of having a leaking axle joint? In terms of actual driving. I'm pretty confident that my front left axle is in fact bad but I am trying to isolate an issue (brakes pulsating/wheels appearing to not spin at same speeds). I just took it to a Belle Tire and they didn't even know what was for sure causing it.

[@AdrianButler86]

other than this are there any other common problems with a 2102 ford escape? I'm considering it and comparing with 2016 Jeep patriot

[@JosephVollmar]

No they are great little cars. My wife has a 2012 Limited with 110k on it. No trouble at all.

[@AdrianButler86]

@@JosephVollmar can u please help answer this question that i am dying to figure out. Do the models from 2014 to 2017 that have the option of the 6 spd auto tranny have the auto stick feature? You know like on the cvt ones where u can switch gears clutchless style

[@AdrianButler86]

Shit i just confused my question with the other car im comparing it to, the jeep patriot 2014 to 2017 models.

[@rickyhiebert2766]

If you get the all wheel drive be sure to check the transfer case, mine blew after 140000 kms and read up that they are notorious for blowing. Just check the fluid

[@nowroozmohammed8831]

I have a 2009 Ford Escape Limited, I’ve been having a problem with the car while shifting, it sound like a grinding noise coming from the wheel when accelerating and shifting, but shifts smoothly, I took it to a mechanic but he couldn’t figure it out, someone help?

[@dougchatman9220]

Ford=junk simple

[@addisontrashed]

@josephvollmar Where can I get the parts for this repair? I can’t find the bushing and seal or the inner CV joint individually.

[@JosephVollmar]

Those had to come directly from Ford. The cv axle you can purchase whole through any auto parts store, the inner that I used in this video was part of the Ford TSB repair parts.

[@addisontrashed]

@@JosephVollmar www.amazon.com/dp/B00OALC4ZE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_X2qYFbK6GEW88 Found this link on a different video of the same repair 👌🏻

[@desidhaliwal75]

Sir could u pls provide the name of the product, used to pull the bushing. Thanks

[@JosephVollmar]

Dharminder Singh it was just a slide hammer bearing puller set. You should be able to borrow them as a loaner tool at your local auto parts store.

[@Mzsixta]

Does this happen more to the ones that do not receive the transmission flush on schedule?

[@JosephVollmar]

No because I don’t think this issue has anything to do with fluid quality. I think there was a bad batch of bushings that were not made of the proper metals and thus were destined to fail.

[@robrobinson9944]

Does this happens for the 2012 manual transmission

[@JosephVollmar]

rob robinson I don’t believe so, just the autos. I would keep an eye on it just in case. My wife has a 2012 with the auto and I have never had an issue with hers.

[@daddycool980]

Man so mad, it kept shaken when I would brake after 30 thousand miles, kept taking it into ford because I had the warranty , thay would give it back to me dint shake for a couple of weeks then right back to shaken then when my warranty was over it started to leak transmission fluid. Now I feel like they were clogging it with something to avoid the repair. New it wasn't the breaks.

[@mannylumbres520]

Where are you located?

[@JosephVollmar]

About an hour south of St. Louis in south east Missouri.

[@basictechinformationservic6559]

The $500.00 estimate, is that parts and labor? Thinking about buying one that is in nice shape, I am looking at things to inspect and possible future issues

[@michael931]

Yes but it could cost a lot more at a dealer or in a more expensive area.

[@brittneyross7147]

Um did the guy in the white car just drive in drinking a beer, lol or am i mistaken?

[@theresamcgranor77]

2007 mercery mariner transmission filter wheres it at

[@fdimichele]

no filter to replace without taking out transmission

[@seanmuehlhauser9612]

Does this happen on the manual transmission models?

[@SuperMat1975]

Nope 131k miles on my '11 & 167k miles on my '08 both bone-dry !!

[@djlotri22]

never had problem with transmission on my Mazda Tribute 08, 5 speed manual, served me well for 12 years, had 238k on tachometer when traded in for newer car

[@kevintucker8803]

I see in your comments the repair cost is "less than $500" Is that DIY or taking it to a shop? How much is the repair DIY vs Mechanics shop??

[@JosephVollmar]

That is taking it to a shop. You can buy a repair kit from Ford under the TSB and I think that is around $200, and it includes the updated bushing, new seal, and the stub end of the CV axle. With the ford repair kit you need to disassemble the inboard CV joint to replace the stub end. You can also buy the updated bushing, seal, and a full axle shaft on the aftermarket, but I'm not sure what the cost on that is right off the top of my head. If I remember correctly it is about 2.5 hours of labor to make the repair, but I could be wrong about that. Using those numbers it would cost about $400 at our shop to use the Ford repair kit, but that number may vary depending on the labor rate in your area.

[@kevintucker8803]

@@JosephVollmar Thank you, for your prompt response, Joseph. We are considering purchasing a 2009 mercury mariner with 83,849 mileage.

[@jennifermlecsko375]

Great video

[@gucci4871]

Is this ALL escapes?

[@JosephVollmar]

2009 and newer. I forget what the cutoff year is right off the top of my head. Not all of them will have this issue, but it is a possibility. My wife has a 2012, and so far so good, but you never know.

[@SHADOWBOYUNDEAD]

thanks for this amazing video are you locate at New York I have a 2010 escape with same problem can you please help out so I can fix my car

[@JosephVollmar]

Unfortunately not, I’m in southeast Missouri. If I was closer I would love to help.

[@kevinrodas5198]

do you end getting your car fixed ?

[@OmgItsCAndT]

I couldn't make out the part number, would you have that bud

[@SyphereDigital]

hello man...great video. i'm hoping to get a 2010 or 2011 ford escape. it will be my 1st car. in 2018, do you think its still a good buy ?...which year should i pick if yes ? what should i expect ?

[@JosephVollmar]

Bishop Designs these are still good cars. If you are buying private party ask for maintenance records, the more detailed the better. If you can find one that you can prove is mostly highway miles that is even better. Use carfax or a similar VIN check service to look for accidents, locations the vehicle has been registered, and how many owners it has had. You can also sometimes see miles at each license renewal. The fewer owners the better. A vehicle that has changed hands a lot may have problems. I hope this helps, and don’t be afraid to pay a mechanic you trust to look it over before you make a deal. A half hour labor is a lot cheaper than getting stuck with a problem child.

[@SyphereDigital]

@@JosephVollmar ok. this will be harder than i thot. but good to know it's a good choice. thank you very much

[@soloday673]

I’m about to buy a 08 mariner

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Im looking to get an 07. In the clear.

[@JosephVollmar]

Buff Barnaby no, but depending on the miles it may have already been fixed.

[@stealyourfacekev]

Joseph Vollmar what do you mean by no? I’m looking at buying an 07 escape with 80,000 on it... transmissions are no good on those too?

[@JosephVollmar]

stealyourfacekev the transmission is not junk, but it may have the issue with the bushing. Once you fix the bushing they are just fine.

[@DMX-PAT]

But other than the bushing it's a pretty good car?

[@JosephVollmar]

There great cars, my sons has a Fusion, and my wife has an Escape. That bushing was probably a third party manufacturers part, and by the time the issue was discovered and corrected there were already a ton of them on the road.

[@michaelandreotti7229]

Same thing with the 2010 Ford fusion and mercury Milan they have the same transmission

[@JosephVollmar]

mikie andreotti that is correct.

[@jimmyhamm9737]

SO WE KNOW THAT IT TAKES 30 MINUTES TO DO THIS JOB IN THE SHOP.

[@JWJTRAINOR]

2008-2012 not 2009-2014

[@fabio40]

My 2009 Ford Escape with almost 200,000 miles has never had an issue with this.

[@great0789]

Exact same for me. No problem if I ever do though. May as well throw in a new axle at the same time since it is original as well.

[@ZephoShadow]

My 2012 Ford Escape with 50,600 miles I don’t really know what the problem is but when I put my car in reverse and try to park in my drive way which is a slight incline it feels like it’s jerking or another way I would describe it would be like wheel hop. I checked my mounts and they look fine but my engine moves a decent amount but idk if it normal because the mounts are pretty big and I assumed there should be some play.

[@JosephVollmar]

There should not be much play in the mounts. They are fairly large, but usually the rubber should be just soft enough to absorb the engine vibration without allowing excessive movement. It could also possibly be caused by a failing CV Joint in one of the axle shafts although that is not likely. The best advice I can give you is to take it to a independent repair shop in your area that you trust and ask them to take a look at it. They may charge you a little for their time if you choose to fix it yourself, but what they charge you could save you time and frustration if you cannot pin it down yourself. I wish I could be of more help, but without seeing it I really don't want to lead you down the wrong path and end up costing you more money, and I don't know of any common problems that fit those symptoms.

[@XxKross1995xX]

I wish I had of seen this 2 years ago.

[@jayhawk2689]

my differential seal gave out causing trans to shake then leak Dealer wants $5000 to fix trans

[@Yohnie125]

Thank god I have the 5 speed

[@ravenbonanza1522]

I agree, I got a 5 speed 2008 Escape. Changed trans oil to Red Line MT-90 75W-90 GL4 & never looked back.

[@Yohnie125]

@@ravenbonanza1522 for a first car it’s awesome cuz u got that suv for space for friends and it’s manual and for a car guy like me I love it

[@johnd.1849]

I thought Ford had a FREE recall for this

[@johnbosco2404]

Is called axle seal and is easy fix

[@JosephVollmar]

wonder boy yes the axle seal is leaking but it was caused by a worn output shaft bushing. Ford has a TSB and repair kit for this problem.

[@odaydrums]

2012 escape and yep

[@ValleyLife956]

I guess I got lucky with my 2008....

[@kennybrooks8374]

I'm about to buy a 2008 with 90,000 miles. From your experience having yours, would you think it would be a good purchase for me? Thank you!

[@curtismcpherson4823]

@@kennybrooks8374 how is it I’m about to get a 2008 to

[@kennybrooks8374]

@@curtismcpherson4823 love it. Average 33mpg combined in the winter and 35mpg combined in the summer. Extremely reliable. Only changed brakes and shocks

[@curtismcpherson4823]

@@kennybrooks8374 what model did you get and what miles are you at

[@kennybrooks8374]

@@curtismcpherson4823 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 98,000 miles

[@luisbustamante4813]

You are a mechanic

[@gavincurtis]

Everything is garbage. Like my “lubricated for life” hydrostatic transmission in a $4000 lawn tractor. Died at 180 hours.

[@paveldalesssandro6920]

Chipmunk super power kick in lol nice job

[@jagrench62]

Take it from a former Ford / Jaguar/ Aston Martin tech, run!!!!!! Don't walk away from this junk.

[@zythr9999]

LOL

[@rabar537]

Thanks for sharing, but what a piece of s.....it! Each year the quality goes down, but prices go up, what a rip off. Forget all the fancy gagets, just make a decent vehicle; this pollution has got to stop. Save the planet, stop buying new junk!!!