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Service bulletins for the 2017 Ford Escape

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

249 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SSM 468222017-10-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2017-2018 Escape/MKC and 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection(GTDI) engines may exhibit illuminated malfunction indicator light(MIL) with DTC P04DB(crankcase ventilation system disconnected) stored in Powertrain Control Module(PCM) memory. Disconnect crankcase pressure sensor electrical connector and remove crankcase vent tube. Inspect valve cover port with borescope. If flashing is confirmed in crankcase vent tube port replace GB5Z-6582-B valve cover(Reference Workshop Manual 303-01A Engine- 2.0L Ecoboost Removal and Installation). Engineering is currently investigating. To assist with the investigation, refer to the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website and use the report a vehicle concern link at the bottom of the OASIS report.
SSM 468162017-10-21. Service bulletin. ENGINE. 2017 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L GTDI, 2.3L GTDI, or 2.5L PFI engine will either be equipped with a diamond washer on each side of a smooth-faced crankshaft timing sprocket (early build), or a crankshaft timing sprocket with laser etched faces and no diamond washers (late build). If equipped, diamond washers should be cleaned, inspected and reused, if undamaged. Diamond washers should never be installed along with a laser etched crankshaft timing sprocket. Related WSM procedure information is in the process of being updated.
SSM 468132017-10-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 version 2.2 software may exhibit a blank screen after attempting to exit Valet mode. To recover the screen, perform a complete ignition cycle (key off, open and close the driver's door then wait 5 minutes). The SYNC software version of the vehicle can be confirmed via OASIS. Do not attempt any repairs at this time. Engineering is investigating; Monitor OASIS for updates.
TSB 17-00662017-10-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE. Some 2017-2018 Escape and MKC vehicles equipped with 2.0L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine built on or before 18-Sep-2017 may exhibit a MIL illuminated with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in powertrain control module(PCM) memory. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SSM 467032017-08-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some 2013-2017 Edge/MKX/Escape/MKC/Fusion/MKZ/Flex/MKT/Mondeo/Kuga/EcoSport AWD vehicles where diagnosis leads to a RDU clutch issue, a rear drive unit (RDU) service kit is available. Use the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the parts catalog to look for base part 4A232. If clutch assembly (base 4A232) is not listed in the catalog, this message does not apply. For vehicle repairs refer to updated Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 205-02 on ATC clutch repairs. Use causal part 4A232 or equivalent and applicable labor operations.
SSM 467022017-08-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2016-2017 Ford/Lincoln vehicles SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blank screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. During the update process the SYNC status bar shows Updating System Software for approximately 30 minutes. After Installation Complete pop-up appears, remove USB flash drive and install into IDS tool to update Ford database. Perform a complete ignition cycle by turning the key off for 5 minutes which is critical for a successful installation. If no updates are available or blank screen is present after an update refer to WSM, Section 415-00 for diagnosis or SYNC 3 intermittent blank screen GSB for tips. For claiming, use causal part 14G371 and applicable labor operations in section 10 of the SLTS manual.
TSB17-21192017-08-25. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES. Some 2017 Escape vehicles built on or before 1-Dec-2016 may exhibit a wind and/or whistle noise from the exterior mirror(s) at highway speed. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SSM 461022017-08-01. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS. Some vehicles may have a concern where the safety belt retractor webbing does not extract from the stowed position or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use. This may be due to a normal condition which happens when the seatbelt retracts at a high rate of speed. The Workshop Manual, Section 501-20A General Procedures has been updated with a locked seatbelt retractor releasing procedure.
SSM 460972017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Some 2017 Fusion/MKZ/MKC and Continental with all audio systems and 2017 Escape with Sony audio systems may exhibit an inoperative audio system after a battery disconnect/reconnect. Make sure battery is at full state of charge before attempting to restore audio operation. Audio system operation should be restored by disconnecting the negative battery cable for 10 minutes and reconnecting. If a vehicle service procedure requires a battery disconnect/reconnect ensure radio functionality is verified before vehicle is released to the customer. To assist with the investigation use the Report A Vehicle Concern link at the bottom of the Oasis report and submit a Global Concern Report (GCR). Continue to monitor OASIS for updates.
SSM 460852017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY; ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN. The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.
SSM 460732017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2016-2017 Escape, MKC, Fiesta, F150, Expedition, Navigator, Mustang, Transit, Focus, C-Max, MKX, Taurus, MKS, Flex, MKT, and Edge and 2017 Explorer, Fusion, MKZ, Super Duty, Transit Connect and Continental vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 might exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in Transport mode. Engineering is aware of this possibility and it is considered normal due to the power saving features enabled while in transportation mode. It is beneficial to extended battery life to keep the vehicle in Transport Mode until the vehicle is prepped for sale. If the vehicle should exhibit a blank screen or other SYNC symptoms after it has been taken out of Transport mode, refer to Workshop Manual, Section 415-00 for normal diagnosis. The SYNC version can be confirmed via OASIS.
SSM 460612017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Some 2016-2017 Escape vehicles equipped with a 1.6L/1.5L AWD or a 2.0L FWD/AWD may exhibit front brake squeal when applying the brakes. The noise most commonly occurs after the brakes have warmed up, however the noise may occur during other driving conditions. If the front brakes display a continuous squeal noise, install front lining kit CV6Z-2001-N. Reference Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 206-03, removal and installation instructions. Use causal part 2001 and refer to section 2 of the SLTS manual for applicable labor operations.
SSM 460582017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and navigation may exhibit a condition in which the SiriusXM Traffic Listing is not loading but all remaining Travel Link features operate properly. SiriusXM Traffic is only available on vehicles equipped with navigation, only in select markets and requires an active subscription to SiriusXM Traffic information. If SiriusXM Traffic will not load attempt the following procedure. Turn the ignition off, open and close the drivers door, wait for 3 minutes, then drive the vehicle outside to obtain a clear view of the sky. SiriusXM Traffic should recover. If SiriusXM Traffic does not recover continue to monitor OASIS for future updates. Engineering is aware of this concern and no component replacement or any software re-flashes should be performed at this time. The SYNC version can be confirmed via OASIS.
TSB 16-01322017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. Some 2017 Escape vehicles equipped with a 1.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine built on or before 9-Jun-2016 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0455 and/or P144C stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. This may be due to a disconnected or loose evaporative emission (EVAP) system underhood vapor line. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 16-01302017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE. Some 2014-2017 Fusion and 2017 Escape vehicles equipped with a 1.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine may exhibit low coolant, white exhaust smoke and an illuminated MIL if diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0217, P300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0316 and/or P1299 are present. This condition may be due to an intake manifold bolt backing out causing damage to the charge air cooler (CAC). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 16-01162017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE. Some 2017 Escape and MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine built on or before 20-Aug-2016 may exhibit a lack of power drivability concern with an illuminated MIL and DTC P0234 stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 16-01152017-08-01. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. Some 2017 Escape vehicles equipped with a 1.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) or a 2.0L GTDI engine, built on or before 20-Aug-2016 and equipped with remote start and adaptive cruise control may exhibit DTC U0104 (lost communication with cruise control module) stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 16-01142017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE. Some 2017 Escape and MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine built on or before 20-Aug-2016 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in powertrain control module(PCM) memory. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SSM 465252017-08-01. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE. Some 2017 Escape and MKC vehicles equipped with a 1.5L, 2.0L or 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0455, P0456, P144C and/or P1450 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Vehicles may also exhibit a rough idle and/or slow fuel fill concern. If normal diagnosis leads to the replacement of the canister purge valve then inspect for the presence of liquid fuel in the vapor lines at the EVAP canister purge valve and the EVAP canister. Liquid fuel should not be present in the EVAP canister purge valve, EVAP canister or any of the vapor lines. Engineering is investigating this concern. Monitor OASIS for updates.
TSB 17-20762017-08-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT. Some 2017 Escape/Fusion vehicles equipped with a 2.5L engine and built on or before 2-Feb-2017 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0300 and/or P0316 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 17-20682017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM. Some 2016-2017 Edge, Escape, Expedition, Fiesta, Flex, MKC, MKT, MKX, Mustang, Navigator and Taurus or 2017 Explorer and Super Duty vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and built on 1-Jul-2015 and through 31-Dec-2016 may exhibit a SYNC display message of Please check your surroundings for safety along with no rear view camera image when in reverse gear. This will occur only at ambient temperatures ranging from -5 Å'C to 5 Å'C (23 Å'F to 41 Å'F). This maybe due to a temperature dependent issue within the APIM crystal oscillator circuitry. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
TSB 17-00402017-08-01. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT; PARKING BRAKE. Some 2017 Escape vehicles equipped with 17 inch wheels built on or before 10-October-2016 may exhibit an illuminated electric park brake warning indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C1034, C1A43, C2005, C2007, C2008 and/or U2002. Four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles may also exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) lamp illuminated with DTCs C003A or C0037. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SSM 464952017-05-24. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. SOME 2015-2017 ESCAPE AND MKC VEHICLES WITHOUT A VEHICLE DYNAMIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM AND BUILT ON 1-APR-2015 AND THROUGH 1-OCT-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE AND/OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS AND/OR MAKING TURNS AT LOW SPEEDS. SUSPECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS WILL COMPRESS 2-5 INCHES OF TRAVEL BEFORE SIGNIFICANT RESISTANCE IS OBSERVED. IF WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 100-04 DIAGNOSTICS INDICATE A RATTLE AND/OR CLUNKING NOISE IS COMING FROM THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER(S) THEN REFER TO WSM, SECTION 204-02 AND REPLACE THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER(S)AS REQUIRED. FOR CLAIMING, USE CAUSAL PART 18125 AND APPLICABLE LABOR OPERATIONS IN SECTION 5 OF THE SERVICE LABOR TIME STANDARDS (SLTS) MANUAL.
SSM 464862017-05-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. SOME 2016-2017 FORD OR LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC 3 MAY EXHIBIT A BLANK SCREEN OR OTHER VARIOUS SYNC SYMPTOMS ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN TRANSPORT MODE. THIS IS CONSIDERED NORMAL DUE TO THE POWER SAVING FEATURES ENABLED WHILE IN TRANSPORT MODE. IT IS BENEFICIAL FOR BATTERY LIFE TO KEEP THE VEHICLE IN TRANSPORT MODE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PREPPED FOR SALE. TO PREVENT A SYNC SYSTEM LOCKUP DURING TRANSPORT MODE DEACTIVATION, FOLLOW THE WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) PROCEDURE EXACTLY ALLOWING TIME FOR THE SYNC SYSTEM TO COMPLETE ITS TASKS SUCH AS FULLY BOOTING UP OR POWERING DOWN AND SHUTTING OFF BEFORE MOVING TO THE NEXT STEP OF THE PROCEDURE. IF THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS A BLANK SCREEN OR SYNC SYMPTOMS AFTER TRANSPORT MODE DEACTIVATION, REFER TO WSM, SECTION 415-00 FOR NORMAL DIAGNOSIS. THE SYNC VERSION CAN BE CONFIRMED VIA OASIS.
SSM 464722017-05-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. SOME 2017 ESCAPE VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC MANUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EMTC) AND FORD ORIGINAL ACCESSORY OR FIA SCALABLE REMOTE START SYSTEMS MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF THE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND TEMPERATURE CONTROLS BECOMING LOCKED AFTER 5 MINUTES WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED WITH THE REMOTE START SYSTEM. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 5 MINUTES OF DRIVING THE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND TEMPERATURE CONTROLS LOCK AND REQUESTS FOR AIR DISTRIBUTION AND TEMPERATURE CHANGES WILL NOT OCCUR. THE HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) CONTROLS CORRECTLY INDICATE WHEN CHANGES ARE SELECTED BUT THE REQUESTED AIR DISTRIBUTION AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONS WILL NOT OCCUR. NORMAL OPERATION IS RESTORED WHEN THE KEY IS CYCLED. THIS CONCERN DOES NOT AFFECT BLOWER MOTOR OPERATION. ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING THIS CONCERN. MONITOR OASIS FOR UPDATES.

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