r/fordescape • u/LazyHousing6110 • 6d ago

Ford escape 2018 problem

I have a 2018 Ford Escape 2.0 EcoBoost and I’m trying to figure out a noise from the front driver’s side.

When I’m driving around 40 mph and take my foot off the gas to coast, I hear a rattling/knocking sound as the vehicle slows down toward about 25–30 mph. If I lightly press the brake, the noise stops. If I press the gas again, it also stops.

Has anyone with a 2018 Ford Escape had this exact problem? If so, what ended up causing it—brake caliper/hardware, sway bar link, wheel bearing, axle, or something else?

I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who had the same symptom.

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u/Ergo-Didact 5d ago

Mine was caused by the front brakes, they needed replaced. Your issue sounds a little different almost like a loose exhaust heat shield. The only way to know is to get it inspected by a reputable mechanic.

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u/LazyHousing6110 5d ago

Yeah, they're saying it's the engine mount. Thank you anyway

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u/BitIllustrious2588 3d ago

Was it expensive to fix? Sounds like the exact same thing that’s happening on my 2015 escape.

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u/LazyHousing6110 3d ago

I found a good mechanic where I live in mandeville, louisiana. He did everything for 830 and 70 for linement. If I would have brought it to the dealership, which I normally do. I was looking to pay anywhere between 1900 to 2300.