2015 Ford Escape SE only has 37k miles, but has some delay when shifting?

2015 Ford Escape SE only has 37k miles, but has some delay when shifting?

Change the tranny fluid and filter, and replace the modulator.

Go to the dealer and find out if they have any PCM "reflashes" to take care of "shift delay" or "shift flare". If you don't go to the dealer for service you likely missed any recalls.