Some 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC with a 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, or 2.0L GTDI may exhibit a lack of power, loss of power, or stall when placed in gear with DTCs P00C6, P0087, P008A, P008B, P018C, or P018D. If normal diagnosis leads to a biased or failed Fuel Low Pressure (FLP) sensor, the sensor is available without the need to order the entire fuel line assembly. The FLP sensor, located on the fuel supply line to the high pressure pump, provides the low side fuel pressure input to the PCM so the Fuel Driver Module can be controlled accordingly. The FLP PID can be viewed in the Datalogger and then compared to a manual pressure gauge per pinpoint test HC in the PCED to validate the sensor is
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Ford Escape fuel system problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Ford Escape have filed 15 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system, typically surfacing around 86,000 miles at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Escape | 69 |
| 2011 Escape | 32 |
| 2012 Escape | 25 |
| 2013 Escape | 34 |
| 2014 Escape (this page) | 15 |
| 2015 Escape | 4 |
| 2016 Escape | 9 |
| 2017 Escape | 18 |
| 2018 Escape | 9 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners consistently report stalling that occurs at idle, during acceleration, after refueling, or while driving at various speeds—often between 68,000 and 128,000 miles. Restart attempts frequently require depressing the accelerator hard or multiple tries. The check engine light appears in many cases, along with oil, battery, or unspecified warning lights; some stalls happen without warning lights at all.
Mechanics and dealers point to fuel pump failure as the primary diagnosis in at least five complaints, though several shops across multiple complaints were unable to identify a root cause despite investigation. One complaint documents a defective canister purge valve as the diagnosed component; another cites P0456 (evaporative emissions system leak). A fifth complaint details abnormal shaking and vibration before stalling—the owner had fuel pump, fuel pressure sensor, bypass valve, and crankshaft sensor replaced without resolution.
Owners also report hesitation while driving, loss of power, inability to accelerate, and excessive fuel consumption (one owner documented a 25-mile trip consuming 55 miles worth of gas). One complaint mentions carbon monoxide and fuel odor from suspected valve cover and pump issues. Many owners tried to link their failures to NHTSA campaigns 15V005000 and 14V525000 but found their VINs were not covered by recalls. Manufacturers generally directed owners to the NHTSA hotline or declined assistance.
Same Ford Escape fuel system reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2013 · 2017
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel pump failure
Fuel pump diagnostic appears in at least five narratives. Owners experience stalling, loss of power, inability to accelerate, and hesitation. In one case (#11), fuel pump replacement along with fuel pressure sensor, bypass valve, and crankshaft sensor did not resolve the stalling.
When: 68,000–128,000 miles; most frequently 80,000–115,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls while idling or during driving; Loss of automotive power; Failure to accelerate properly; Hesitation while driving; Multiple restart attempts needed; Check engine light illumination
Codes mentioned: P0456 (Evaporative Emission Control System Leak)
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replacement cited in complaints #3, #9, #11, #12; one owner (#11) replaced fuel pump, fuel pressure sensor, bypass valve, and crankshaft sensor without resolving stalling
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturers acknowledged defects in some cases but many VINs were not covered by NHTSA Campaign 15V005000 or 14V525000; some owners directed to NHTSA hotline; no warranty assistance reported
Canister purge valve failure
One complaint (#8) documents canister purge valve failure diagnosed by dealer. Stalling occurred at 30–35 mph with check engine light illuminated.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls while driving; Check engine warning light illumination; Loss of ability to safely pull over
Repairs/costs cited: Canister purge valve replacement recommended but not completed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer related failure to unknown recall; referred to NHTSA Hotline; no manufacturer assistance confirmed
Evaporative emissions system leak
One complaint (#7) documents P0456 diagnostic code retrieved by independent mechanic, indicating an evaporative emissions system leak. Vehicle stalled after coming to a stop and after refueling.
When: Approximately 86,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls after stopping; Vehicle stalls after refueling; Failure recurrence
Codes mentioned: P0456
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not notified of failure
Excessive fuel consumption
One complaint (#10) reports intermittent doubling of fuel consumption at various speeds with no warning light. A 25-mile trip consumed fuel equivalent to 55 miles of driving.
When: Approximately 81,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Intermittent excessive fuel consumption; No warning lights
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer could not duplicate or diagnose; vehicle not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified and referred owner to NHTSA Hotline
Wiring failure affecting battery and engine engagement
One complaint (#1) documents wiring failure causing battery and engine to engage or disengage unintentionally. Fuel injector line also failed. Vehicle stalled while idling; multiple restart attempts required. Check engine light illuminated.
When: 65,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls while idling; Multiple restart attempts needed; Check engine warning light
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel injector line and wiring repaired; alternator and battery replaced; third repair not completed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer confirmed failure was related to defect but not included in NHTSA Campaign 14V495000; referred to NHTSA Hotline
Carbon monoxide and fuel odor
One complaint (#4) reports carbon monoxide leaking from valve cover and fuel odor. Valve cover was repaired but vehicle subsequently failed to start after multiple attempts.
When: Approximately 100,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Fumes entering cabin; Fuel odor from vehicle; Failure to start after multiple attempts
Repairs/costs cited: Valve cover repaired; fuel pump suspected as defective but not repaired; vehicle remained with dealer
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer and manufacturer notified; no repair completed
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2014 Ford Escape?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 15 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?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 80,000 and 115,000 miles, with the median around 86,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 80,000; a quarter make it past 115,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Escape.
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