Ford Escape complaints by model year
27,413 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2024 | 76 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | 99 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| 2022 | 234 | 7 | 4 | 19 |
| 2021 | 349 | 9 | 9 | 19 |
| 2020 | 1,604 | 20 | 4 | 23 |
| 2019 | 590 | 24 | 3 | 3 |
| 2018 | 1,807 | 26 | 5 | 4 |
| 2017 | 2,692 | 39 | 15 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1,139 | 36 | 10 | 4 |
| 2015 | 1,106 | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| 2014 | 2,088 | 47 | 104 | 16 |
| 2013 | 2,750 | 49 | 90 | 18 |
| 2012 | 602 | 37 | 3 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1,316 | 38 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2,070 | 29 | 3 | 3 |
| 2009 | 1,693 | 34 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1,974 | 59 | 6 | 3 |
| 2007 | 254 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 | 464 | 16 | 9 | 3 |
| 2005 | 1,394 | 40 | 20 | 4 |
| 2004 | 499 | 29 | 14 | 6 |
| 2003 | 558 | 43 | 27 | 7 |
| 2002 | 1,027 | 66 | 104 | 8 |
| 2001 | 996 | 76 | 58 | 13 |
| 2000 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,575 | 1,158 | 311 | 121 | 44 | 32 | 28 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Power train | 391 | 272 | 126 | 240 | 44 | 31 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 508 | 343 | 94 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 62 | 20 | 12 | 670 | 92 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 155 | 105 | 42 | 308 | 59 | 24 | 9 | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 156 | 56 | 37 | 158 | 34 | 19 | 41 | 27 | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 72 | 43 | 16 | 75 | 29 | 23 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 22 | 12 | 9 | 120 | 44 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Escape recalls (95)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Escape model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V374000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Window Automatic Reversal System Malfunction/FMVSS 118 | 2017 | — |
| 26V301000 | May 12, 2026 | Vehicle Rollaway Risk/FMVSS 114 | 2026 | — |
| 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Windshield Wipers May Fail | 2020, 2021, 2022 | — |
| 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Incorrectly Displayed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111 | 2020, 2021, 2022 | 12.4% |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure | 2025 | — |
| 26V011000 | Jan 15, 2026 | Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire | 2013–2019 | — |
| 25V862000 | Dec 12, 2025 | Seat Belt Retractors Not Secured Properly | 2025, 2026 | 68.9% |
| 25V829000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Liftgate Hinge Covers May Detach | 2020–2025 | 15.4% |
| 25V787000 | Nov 14, 2025 | Loss of Vehicle Stability Control and Brake Power Assist | 2025 | 100% |
| 25V695000 | Oct 13, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2015, 2016 | 1.1% |
| 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire | 2020, 2021, 2022 | — |
| 25V693000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Reduced Brake Function/FMVSS 135 | 2020 | 46% |
| 25V467000 | Jul 11, 2025 | Cracked Fuel Injector May Leak and Cause a Fire | 2020, 2021, 2022 | — |
| 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2020, 2021, 2022 | 54.8% |
| 25V372000 | Jun 3, 2025 | Engine Oil Leak May Cause Fire | 2023, 2024, 2025 | 74.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv 4x2 |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv 4x2 |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Escape FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Escape had?
NHTSA lists 95 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Escape model year from 2000 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Escape year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2,750) and the 2007 the fewest (254). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Escape problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, engine and engine cooling in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Escape get?
EPA rates the 2026 Ford Escape at 26 to 40 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.