Sometimes there is a possibility of an illegal vehicle import into the States with an upcoming sale. You can avoid buying such vehicles if you are aware of their history. Verify Ford Escape 2008 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Escape
Year 2008
VIN 1FMCU04188KA42898
Short VIN check to junk 1FMCU04188K
Trim Level Limited 2WD
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number C17068
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-short 4A