The 2006 Ford Escape has 3 recalls, with the most serious being a transmission shift lever that can disengage, leaving the driver unable to change gears or trust that the indicated gear position matches where the transmission actually is.
The remaining two recalls both affect specific configurations of this vehicle. On Escape Hybrid models, the coolant pump that keeps the hybrid electronics from overheating can fail, causing the powertrain to shut down unexpectedly while driving, which produces a sudden stall-like loss of power and raises the risk of a crash. Also limited to Hybrid trims, the intermediate shaft in the front driveline can fracture while the vehicle is moving, which can cause an abrupt loss of drive power to the front wheels. The transmission recall applies only to vehicles that have had their CD4E automatic transmission replaced with a remanufactured unit rebuilt during a specific window in 2015, so owners who have never had that transmission replaced are not affected by that particular issue.
At a glance
What can fail
The shift lever bolt on remanufactured transmissions may not be tight enough, causing the shift control lever to unexpectedly disconnect from the transmission.
What the fix does
Dealers will tighten the shift lever bolt or replace the shift lever assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail, causing the hybrid electronics to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant Pump with an improved brushless pump at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The intermediate shaft in the front driveline may not have been heat-treated properly during manufacturing, causing it to fracture while driving. A broken shaft stops power from reaching the wheels and prevents the transmission from holding the vehicle in Park.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft and replace it if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
