Ford Escape slight jolting when accelerating

Asked by Crystal Aug 03, 2022 at 12:43 PM about the 2017 Ford Escape

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2017 Ford Escape SE 4cyl - Ecoboost 1.5T-
I had to replace the transmission and it was running
normal for about 3months. It started having slow
acceleration so I took it to Ford. There wasn't a light on so
they couldn't pull any codes. I requested to replace the
spark plugs and air filter. I get it back and now it jolts
(lightly) upon acceleration sometimes. It is strange the
fact it doesn't do it always and only randomly. I know
something is wrong I just don't know if it's a hose leak or
something to do with the fuel system. Any guidance is very
appreciated!

It starts up fine, has an automatic transmission with
136,000 miles on it.

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Guru9R9KBS answered 2 years ago

There are lots of articles online on the Ecoboost Ford models of this era to have engine and trans issues. I would say it is a trans issue. Have the shop that install it test drive it. But can you afford to trade it in and get another vehicle? I know you just dumped a lot of money into it recently. You will forever be chasing the demons.

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