2012 Ford Escape: Fuel/Propulsion System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 139 owner complaints for the 2012 Ford Escape that list the fuel/propulsion system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11709651 (filed 01/08/2026): “Clearly the vehicle is leaking and is a fire hazard. i received a notice that it has been recalled but it’s not showing up under my vin.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11680083 (filed 08/12/2025): “Gas tank leaking fuel around the joint where the fuel filler hose connects to the tank. it is not leaking at the hose connection but is leaking where the fitting connects/enters the tank.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11680146 (filed 08/12/2025): “It just started leaking fuel about a month ago and never stops…”
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: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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