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Just received Customer satisfaction program notice #23B56 about certain 2022 Escapes with potentially cracked check-arm reinforcement welds. Bad robot!

Detroit News claims the quick fix of the 2022 Escape/Bronco 1.5 Engine leak due to a supplier's faulty injector has not been corrected. Instead of replacing the potential injector failure, Ford decided to use a drain tube. It has reported customers who complained. Ford has no comment. Vitesco is the responsible supplier. They were spun off by Continental AG a year or so ago! I also read that Continental was trying to spin them off since 2019, but the pandemic delayed the spin off! Now, anyone with the new 1.5.. 3 Cylinder engine will get a software update and a drain tube to keep the fuel away from the hot engine...if the Vitesco fuel injector cracks.

Thanks for the information. You certainly have great knowledge on those helpful interior suggestions. My family is constantly sliding large coolers in and out of the cargo area and I'm tired of using towels to protect the carpet from wear! I also am now researching 'ceramic polish vs carnuba wax' for the exterior of the Escape. It seems there are many different types, but also need to buy more micro fibre towels! Thanks again!

Thanks for your input!

I am trying to decide between a Weather Tech cargo trunk liner ($115 plus shipping) or a popular TN Trunk Net cargo liner on Amazon ($60). I couldn't find any difference, other than price! I would appreciate any comments with those who have purchased cargo liners for the new redesigned Escape ! Thanks!

Anyone know the average cost to replace a 2014 Ford Fusion Transmission? The car has close to 170,000 miles, but now needs a transmission. It's at a local repair shop, since it's inoperable. I read that year Fusion has numerous Transmission failures. The mechanic said he is looking for a replacement but it could cost in the $4000 range. My daughter needs the car fixed, but I'm trying to research the difference between "remanufactured or rebuilt transmissions!" Any advice on how to choose the best option!

I just received my Escape safety recall notice 22S73. I want to share the video that will show the process the technician will perform!

Thanks for the info. Colorado has been selling nearly 8000+ for the past few months. Hope the 2023 Ranger can improve sales!

Why are the Ranger sales struggling?

Rperez817, thanks for your response and the information. I initially was thinking that since both 1.5 Litre 3 cylinder engines were new and 'somewhat similar ' that Ford engineers might look for distinct differences and possible considerations to what might be causing the fuel injectors to crack in the Escape. I know Ford uses Vitesco and Nissan uses Denso fuel injectors. Anyway, I was brainstorming and hope they resolve the issue over time. I would love to hear they discovered it was simply some poorly produced injectors affecting only a certain/limited batch....rather than continuing with a drain tube. Again, thanks for your help!

Oh, I didn't know the 1.5 Litre 3 Cylinder Rogue had an electric motor. Wouldn't that be considered a hybrid? Please explain!

Speaking of Nissan...they also now offer a similar 1.5 Litre 3 Cylinder Turbo as standard on the 2022 Rogue. I'm wondering if they might eventually have similar engine issues! It might help Ford to review their engine configuration as a comparison since they are very similar? Specifications 2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum AWD Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon PRICE Base/As Tested: $39,725/$42,395 Options: two-tone premium paint, $745; floor mats and cargo area protector, $425; Head-Up Display package, $400; illuminated kick plates, $400; interior accent lighting, $350; external ground lighting, $350 ENGINE turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 12-valve variable-compression inline-3, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection Displacement: 90-91 in3, 1478-1498 cm3 Power: 201 hp @ 5600 rpm Torque: 225 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm TRANSMISSION continuously variable automatic CHASSIS Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink Brakes, F/R: 11.7-in vented disc/11.5-in vented disc Tires: Dunlop Grantrek PT21 235/55R-19 101V M+S DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 106.5 in Length: 183.0 in Width: 72.4 in Height: 66.5 in Passenger Volume: 101 ft3 Cargo Volume: 37 ft3 Curb Weight: 3715 lb C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 7.8 sec 1/4-Mile: 15.9 sec @ 88 mph 100 mph: 21.6 sec Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec. Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 4.5 sec Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 5.7 sec Top Speed (gov ltd): 120 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 169 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.84 g C/D FUEL ECONOMY Observed: 24 mpg 75-mph Highway Driving: 31 mpg 75-mph Highway Range: 440 mi EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: 31/28/34 mpg C/D TESTING EXPLAINED

I wonder if there is a mileage limit on the 15 year warranty?

I also noticed on the question about any further "investigation" on the issue: Are there any open investigations on this specific issue? No.