The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the contact noticed an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine warning light then became illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured transmission axle, causing the transmission axle shaft to fail to operate as intended. The contact was informed that the transmission axle shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,209.