2012 Ford Escape: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints for the 2012 Ford Escape that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11767730 (filed 09/29/2026): “Check engine light having a single code p2111 occurring after reduction of power. vehicle looses power at varying speeds including highway speeds. i have not had it professionally diagnosed. in the process of replacing the i a c. my research indicates that the nhtsa is in the process of investi…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11558436 (filed 12/04/2023): “While coming to a stop sign, as i took my foot off the gas pedal, it surged forward at a fast speed the gas pedal went to the floor. it took me through the intersection and beyond before i was able to stop the car. it was very scary just thinking if there were anyone crossing the street it could ha…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11526489 (filed 06/12/2023): “Oil engine leak .. clicking sound from the front wheels when turning ..…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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