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 2003 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Escape
Year 2003
VIN 1FMYU92173KC99007
Short VIN check to junk 1FMYU92173K
Trim Level XLS Popular 4WD
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number D37828
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission-short 4A