MY VEHICLE IS A 2007 FORD ESCAPE XLT. FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS WHEN I TRY TO GAS UP THE VEHICLE I CAN ONLY PUT IN A SMALL AMOUNT OF GASOLINE. IT APPEARS THAT THE GAS FILLER PIPE COVER (A LITTLE FLAP THAT IS MOUNTED ON THE INSIDE OF THE FILLER PIPE) IS GONE. BECAUSE IT IS MOUNTED FROM THE INSIDE, THE ONLY PLACE IT COULD HAVE GONE IS INTO THE FILLER PIPE WHICH CAUSES A BLOCKAGE SO THAT GAS BACK…
2007 Ford Escape fuel system problems
moderate 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
FORD ESCAPE 2007, APPROX. 30,000 MILES, GAS PEDAL STICKING, CAN NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY AND SMOOTHLY. CONTINUALLY OCCURS UNDER COLD CONDITIONS, DANGEROUS WITH ICE ON ROADS WHEN SLOW ACCELERATION IS NEEDED . CANNOT ACCELERATE QUICKLY WHEN NEEDED WHICH IS ALSO DANGEROUS. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2007 Ford Escape?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 12 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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