2001 Ford Escape XLT
1FMYU03191KE99443
Vehicle history report for the 2001 Ford Escape XLT (VIN 1FMYU03191KE99443). White, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.0L 6-cyl, gasoline. 152,893 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2001 Ford Escape worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2001 Ford Escape.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2001 Ford Escape costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 1FMYU03191KE99443
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2001 Ford Escape.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 1,052 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Ford Escape, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 1052
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2001 Ford Escape.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
I put money down on the vehicle the next day when I drove it I noticed that the seat belt doesn’t work. I told him about it and he told me to se if it stays clicked on the passenger side. It does but I couldn’t drive that way it was choking me. He said he would put a new one in it but never did. I have gone there several times a week and several times in a …
NHTSA ODI #11739858ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle loss motive power. The contact pulls the vehicle over to the side of the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not able to restart. The contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the catalyt…
NHTSA ODI #11419367VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
I TRIED TO SPEED UP GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PASSED 60 MPH AND SHIFT DOWN AND STALLED OUT. WHEN I LET OFF THE GAS IT DOES NOT SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN. IT BACKFIRES. *TR
NHTSA ODI #11388260UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID WENT OUT WHEN DRIVING AT 60MPH WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO SLOW DOWN.
NHTSA ODI #11352134SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
WHILE MY CAR WAS IN THE SHOP LAST YEAR, NOTICED LAST THAT THE FRAME ON MY 2001 FORD ESCAPE HAS RUSTED, IN SOME PLACES COMPLETELY THROUGH AND METAL HAS COMPLETELY FLAKED OFF. WILL BE EXPENSIVE TO FIX ACCORDING TO MECHANIC, AND THAT CAR IS NOT REALLY SAFE UNLESS FIXED. I KNOW ESCAPE FRAMES HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN RECALLS, BUT MY CAR WAS NOT. DO I HAVE AN…
NHTSA ODI #11310520STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
ABS SYSTEM BURNED UP, HARD TO STOP BRAKES, LICKAGE UNDER THE HOOD
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11257084POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
I'VE RECENTLY GOT A NEW BATTERY, O2 SENSOR AND ALTERNATOR AND MY CAR KEEPS SHUTTING OFF IN DRIVE.
NHTSA ODI #11246286SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 FORD ESCAPE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT; HOWEVER, THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED TO THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED. THE FAILURE ALLOWED THE PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM TO TRAVEL FORWARD EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS IN …
NHTSA ODI #11244097+ 1044 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 1FMYU03191KE99443 valid?
1FMYU03191KE99443 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2001 Ford Escape.
Does the 2001 Ford Escape have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2001 Ford Escape. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2001 Ford Escape?
Comparable 2001 Ford Escape listings run roughly $800–$2,800, typically around $1,839 (from 84 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2001 Ford Escape get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Ford Escape at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).
Data last checked 18 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.