2008 Ford Escape Hybrid service brakes problems
129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated he depressed the brake to the floorboard to…”
filed Jan 13, 2022
“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake was applied however, was spongy and slow to respond. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The Regan brakes disable failure message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent…”
filed Jul 14, 2021
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
2005-2008 escape/mariner hybrid - anti-lock brake system (abs) warning indicator illuminated with dtc(s) c1478, c1479, c1480 and/or c1481
SSM-45870 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 8, 2016Ford/mercury: some hybrid vehicles may require a unique bleed procedure after a replacement for one or more of hydraulic brake system components. *pe
ASI-22242 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2012Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration. *rm
AS-21769 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2011
Service Brakes problems in other Escape Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Escape Hybrid | 12 | 18% |
| 2021 Escape Hybrid | 6 | 5% |
| 2020 Escape Hybrid | 5 | 2% |
| 2011 Escape Hybrid | 4 | 11% |
| 2010 Escape Hybrid | 13 | 22% |
| 2009 Escape Hybrid | 21 | 14% |
| 2007 Escape Hybrid | 31 | 25% |
| 2006 Escape Hybrid | 57 | 26% |
| 2005 Escape Hybrid | 39 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.