2024 FORD ESCAPE

8 recalls, 136 complaints - 20 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

25V343000 Jun 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is pa... Read more
Consequence
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notifi... Read more
6,781 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V372000 Jun 3, 2025
ENGINE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.
404 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V315000 May 14, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicle... Read more
Consequence
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety... Read more
1,076,138 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V954000 Dec 20, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may conta... Read more
20,484 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V850000 Nov 8, 2024
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Escape vehicles. The passenger side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle S... Read more
Consequence
During air bag deployment, the air bag cover may break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger side instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C38.
15 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V852000 Nov 8, 2024
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requiremen... Read more
Consequence
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
27,678 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V634000 Aug 23, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S54.
24 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V440000 Jun 14, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Escape two-wheel drive vehicles equipped with adaptive cruise control. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
Consequence
Misalignment of the radar module can result in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) misclassifying an overhead object as an object in the vehicle's path, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly slow and/or stop. Other safety systems that depend on the radar model (Pre-Collision Assist, Forward Collision W... Read more
Remedy
Dealers will adjust the angle of the radar module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S39.
209 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Complaint Statistics

136 total complaints 5 crashes 6 fires 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23
ENGINE16
POWER TRAIN12
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12
SERVICE BRAKES6
AIR BAGS6
UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
STEERING5
SUSPENSION5
EXTERIOR LIGHTING5
AIR BAGS Jun 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 18, 2026
The car was in an accident. The curtain bags and the ones in the floor went off. The steering wheel did not.
Crash 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 31, 2026
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid experienced a serious charging system failure during routine overnight charging using a standard Level 2 home charger that had previously worked without issue. In the morning, the charging connector was physically trapped in the vehicle charge port and could not be remo... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 19, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
On January [Insert Date], 2026, my 2024 Ford Escape suffered a sudden turbocharger failure that saturated the vehicle’s internal HVAC system with toxic ethylene glycol coolant. The vehicle’s ventilation system subsequently pumped these toxic chemical vapors directly into the enclosed passenger c... Read more
WHEELS May 19, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
Excessive outer tire wear at 15,000 miles. Dealer advised that alignment was out of spec due to “Michigan roads” but I noticed this at 10,000 miles too and it’s still occurring.
ENGINE Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Apr 25, 2026
My family and I were returning from a trip, and the engine just died in the middle of the street at 2 AM. No noises from engine or anything, but it just stopped out of the blue.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 4, 2026
I was driving in a 70mph zone and lost all propulsion. Vehicle said to shift to neutral to start. Pulled to the side of the highway and it would not crank. Had to have the vehicle towed.
ENGINE Apr 1, 2026
Incident date: Feb 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced transmission failure, and the brake lines were rusted. The contact was trapped in the desert for hours with his dog. The contact stated that two independent mechanics had determined that the idler pulley need... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 28, 2026
After fueling, codes P0496 will show and car will not start or struggle to start. Stalling when on freeway and rough idle. My vehicle shut off on the freeway causing me to almost crash and had to stop immediatly. In my investigation, it seems I am not the only one suffering this issue. I am on my 2n... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2026
Daytime and night time running lights turn off and on randomly with brights engaging random as well. Turn signals not operating but intermittently and wipers not turning on intermittently. This Started in Nov 2025. First time dealership could get it in was Jan 2026, stated Multifunction switch was b... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2026
Daytime and night time running lights turn off and on randomly with brights engaging random as well. Turn signals not operating but intermittently and wipers not turning on intermittently. This Started in Nov 2025. First time dealership could get it in was Jan 2026, stated Multifunction switch was b... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Mar 4, 2026
Incident date: Mar 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlight warning light illuminated, and the contact noticed that the passenger's side LED headlight had become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where a headlight... Read more
SUSPENSION Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Feb 18, 2026
My 2023 Gladiator currently has 36,000 miles and is experiencing severe front-end vibration commonly referred to as “death wobble.” The issue occurs at approximately 60 mph when hitting a bump on the highway, causing the steering wheel and front end to shake violently. I have scheduled an appoi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 10, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The transfer case fail only 53,000 miles the dangerous part fail down the floor almost causing and a bad accident talking abut the pipe connecting to the rear tires I hear this is common in this cars that’s why I’m reporting the incident I take it to private Mecanic need to replace transfer case
POWER TRAIN Feb 10, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
When driving home from work at night on the highway in a 55mph zone my truck lost all power and the ability to accelerate. While on the highway began to hit the gas a bit more and saw the gears go from gear 10 all the way down to 1st gear at 55mph. Not sure what was happening and the truck began to ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 31, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
DRLs are simultaneously going out in my not quite 4 year old car. I’m currently at 90k miles. It is available for inspection upon request.. There were no warning lamps. This was discovered on inspection in January 2026. The VW dealership in Bakersfield, CA and the VW dealership in Oklahoma C... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 6, 2026
Unknown.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
See attached document for complaint.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 20, 2025
Had new Western Wideout snowplow (recommended by Western) installed by Western dealership on a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500hd with the factory snow plow prep package (RPO VYU). Vehicles instrument cluster, HVAC, Radio and other electrical systems cut out while operating snowplow. GM is well aware o... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 16, 2025
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
Brakes malfunctioned and car spun out and hit deer
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Dec 12, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the rear hatch door failed to remain securely closed. The contact stated that the failure intermittently occurred and became more frequent over time. Additionally, the front driver’s side seat belt buckle and rear passenger’s side seat... Read more
SEAT BELTS Dec 12, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the rear hatch door failed to remain securely closed. The contact stated that the failure intermittently occurred and became more frequent over time. Additionally, the front driver’s side seat belt buckle and rear passenger’s side seat... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 12, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
Car lost power on the highway suddenly and would not start after and we pulled over on the side of the highway. Took a picture of all the alerts. Heard a loud thunk noise when the car lost power, did not hit anything in the road. Event: 2:21pm March 31,2024. Was needed to be towed to service center.... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 11, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
Fuel Injector issue - diagnosed at Mike's Automotive, a NAPA AutoCare Center by ASE certified technician. Codes were P0430 and P219B which indicates fuel injector issue. The Emmissions System Problem check engine light goes on and off at random times, reduced fuel economy by almost 5 mpg, hard shift... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 11, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
[XXX] Problem: Multiple tire blowouts causing safety hazards and air-suspension damage Complaint Summary: My 2024 BMW i7 has experienced multiple tire blowouts, including the most recent , two within days of each other (12/8/2025 and 12/10/2025). On 12/8/2025, BMW replaced the right rear tire ... Read more
SUSPENSION Dec 11, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2025
[XXX] Problem: Multiple tire blowouts causing safety hazards and air-suspension damage Complaint Summary: My 2024 BMW i7 has experienced multiple tire blowouts, including the most recent , two within days of each other (12/8/2025 and 12/10/2025). On 12/8/2025, BMW replaced the right rear tire ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Oct 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V534000 (STRUCTURE) and 25V636000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exce... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Oct 5, 2025
The contact's daughter owns a 2025 Kia K4. The contact stated that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the dashboard. Additionally, the contact stated that while his daughter was driving to the dealer, the speedometer displayed 70 MPH; however, the driver was pulled over by the Police a... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
The headlights are fogging up on the inside of headlight with condensation. This problem will lead to two issues. The ability to see at night and I believe the plastic lens will become damaged over time. My friend who has the same type of vehicle including year has the same issue. His vehicle w... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 30, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
Last year I started getting the dreaded shift to park issue. Takes usually about 30 seconds to realize its in park, even though the dashboard days its in park. WHY is there no recall? I see hundreds of thousands of complaints for this. Plus im constantly getting the P1101 code. I know this is a comm... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 30, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
Last year I started getting the dreaded shift to park issue. Takes usually about 30 seconds to realize its in park, even though the dashboard days its in park. WHY is there no recall? I see hundreds of thousands of complaints for this. Plus im constantly getting the P1101 code. I know this is a comm... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activated the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) erroneously. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred more frequently whil... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
The caliber seized causing the brake pad the fall and destroy the rotator. No brake indicators like turned on to advised of an issue. Ford does not want to take full responsibility for the faulty part that could have caused a major accident. Ford case# CXH06202259-S8K4B1. The vehicle is still at For... Read more
STEERING Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
Driving on the highway at 60 - 65 mph, and almost lost control of the steering. The steering wheel was violently shaking/vibrating, and I had to pull over. It's called the "death wobble" online. I had to get off the highway and drive below 60mph to manage the steering. I went to the dealership, and... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
Lift cylinders of power liftgate are operating at different times causing gate to twist. Liftgate fails to open and close automatically, causing prolonged beeping while liftgate is open. Hinges holding liftgate in place have started to bend and crack apart from the body of the car. An independent ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activated the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) erroneously. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred more frequently whil... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 25, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
Truck has had several instances where there is throttle lag when accelerating from a standstill and from a rolling stop. Happens more often when making a right hand turn. This is a safety issue when turning at a stop sign or stop light in heavy traffic.
ENGINE Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle jerked and was difficult to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasio... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle jerked and was difficult to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasio... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local service center for routine maintenance and after an oil change was performed, the vehicle was started but immediately shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
“While driving a 2026 Ford Escape Hybrid loaner (provided while my 2024 Escape is in the shop for ongoing ADAS failures), the vehicle displayed a new safety system malfunction warning at startup. This is the third ADAS-related failure on this loaner (previous events on Nov 13 and Nov 23). Weather ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
“While driving a 2026 Ford Escape Hybrid loaner (provided while my 2024 Escape is in the shop for ongoing ADAS failures), the vehicle displayed a new safety system malfunction warning at startup. This is the third ADAS-related failure on this loaner (previous events on Nov 13 and Nov 23). Weather ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
I am experiencing an issue with my brakes. When I am at a red light and I brake, I find my brakes start to descend. So it's brake, then the brake moves a bit down towards the floor. Then it moves down a bit more. I am still able to brake but I find that the brake pedal moves down a few times while ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
I just bought the toyota bz4x about 2 weeks run 1000 miles start knocking noise rear wheels, and then I brought to dealer ship , they can not repair , they told me to wait for corperate call, but right now knocking sound get in more, I want to recall, because I want get refund
STEERING Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
Service power steering light comes on and steering wheel doesn’t move when car is cold. Turn car off and restart and is fine with no lights.
ENGINE Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
Vehicle excessively burns oil, engine drives rough, exhaust developed smoke, burnt smell in engine, engine and oil gauge light comes on.
POWER TRAIN Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
Our dealership, Billion Motors ran diagnostics after I indicated that my service 4WD light had been on, and found out that I needed a new transfer case. Jeeps from 2017 to 2019 have a known transfer case issue and my Jeep is a 2019 and unfortunately the serial number is not listed in the recall. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 22, 2025
Incident date: Aug 6, 2025
After a high-voltage junction box repair performed by Tesla, the vehicle shut down 15 miles after leaving the service center. Tesla replaced the high-voltage harness at no cost but provided no explanation. After the HV harness replacement, new proximity/sensor alerts began triggering that were not p... Read more
SUSPENSION Nov 22, 2025
Incident date: Aug 6, 2025
Upon purchasing the vehicle, I discovered multiple critical safety defects that were not disclosed at the time of sale and were confirmed by an independent EV specialist (Electrified Garage). These defects include worn and failing front and rear suspension components (control arms, thrust arms, and ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Nov 21, 2025
Incident date: May 15, 2024
My car installed update v12 (2025.38.8.7) last night. This morning I was driving to work using autopilot when alarms sounded, the hazard lights turned on, and the screen flashed a warning that I had to take over immediately. The message included a note that autopilot had failed due to a "systems err... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 21, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? My 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe (VIN [XXX] ) has experienced repeated failures in the high-voltage hybrid electrical system, including “Service Hybrid System” warnings, failure to hold charge, an... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2024 FORD ESCAPE

2024 Ford Escape SUV AWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 17.4%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard & Optional
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 FORD ESCAPE

20 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
100000 POWER TRAIN3
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION1
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)1
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT1
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE1
SSM 52419 Apr 5, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2023-2024 Escape/Corsair vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L EcoBoost engine, 2024 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine, and 2024 Nautilus vehicles may exhibit an engine misfire condition with diagnostic trouble code
OTAPU0227VIRBSEs Apr 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Quality improvements include: Numerous minor quality fixes in ECG RC9 which are not customer facing.
SSM 52410 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or la
SSM 52368 Mar 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2024 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines should add local fuel once the vehicle arrives at the dealership to reduce the risk of various engine performance concerns such as: rough operation, idle quality, engine misfi
SSM 52368 Mar 19, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2024 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines should add local fuel once the vehicle arrives at the dealership to reduce the risk of various engine performance concerns such as: rough operation, idle quality, engine misfi
SSM 52369 Mar 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2024 Escape/Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines should not be taken out of transport mode before customer delivery to reduce the risk of various driving performance concerns such as: rough operation, idle quality, engine misfir
SSM 52345 Mar 8, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2022-2024 various Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience concern where customers are receiving an error message when trying to enroll in connected services. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) software. To co
SSM 52335 Mar 6, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg
SSM 52328 Mar 4, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some 2021-2024 Bronco/F-150, 2023-2024 Escape/F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience a concern during accessory protocol interface module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display screen indicates USB Error. T
SSM 52328 Mar 4, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some 2021-2024 Bronco/F-150, 2023-2024 Escape/F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience a concern during accessory protocol interface module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display screen indicates USB Error. T
SSM 52314 Mar 1, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim
OTAPU0102SVDFXEs Feb 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Update 24-PU0102-SVD-FX for 2024 MY Escape vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Improved OTA deployment
OTAPU0102SVDFXEs Feb 19, 2024
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Software Update 24-PU0102-SVD-FX for 2024 MY Escape vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Improved OTA deployment
SSM 52269 Feb 16, 2024
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after 01
SSM 52269 Feb 16, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after 01
SSM 52219 Jan 30, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2023-2024 Escape vehicles built on or before 11-Jan-2024 equipped with 1.5L engines may exhibit an Engine Coolant Over-Temperature Warning message displayed in the IPC and an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic
SANVol 2 Issue 1 Jan 17, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SANVol 2 Issue 1 Jan 17, 2024
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SANVol 2 Issue 1 Jan 17, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SSM 52134 Dec 12, 2023
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Various 2021-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the rear camera on demand feature may exhibit a Please Check Surroundings For Safety or Full View Not Available message when the rear camera button is pressed and the vehicle is not

NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD ESCAPE

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE23013 Opened: Jul 7, 2023 , Closed: Jan 24, 2024
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2020
Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point
On July 7, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-013 to investigate instances of check arm bracket failure in the front doors in model year (MY) 2020-2021 Ford Escape vehicles. At the time of opening, ODI received 118 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging this failure. T... Read more
AQ22002 Opened: Jun 3, 2022
AQ, Open , Model Year: 2021
Healey Brothers Ford / Open Recall Sale
NHTSA is opening this audit query to investigate whether Healey Brothers Ford, LLC of Beacon, New York, has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a manufacturer notify its dealers of defects related to m... Read more
PE18007 Opened: Jul 16, 2018 , Closed: Dec 27, 2024
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2013
Loss of Motive Power
On July 16, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to investigate alleged instances of sudden stalling without warning on model year (MY) 2013 Ford Escape vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI turbocharged engines. Complaints alleged that vehicles stalled ... Read more
DP15001 Opened: Apr 1, 2015 , Closed: Jun 14, 2018
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2008
Loss of power steering while driving
On May 27, 2014, amended June 2, 2014, Ford Motor Company (Ford) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA describing a safety defect that may result in a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving in approximately 746,067 model year (MY) 2008 through 2011 Ford Escape vehicles equ... Read more
PE13003 Opened: Feb 21, 2013 , Closed: Feb 28, 2014
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2009
Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction
On February 21, 2013, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE13-003 to investigate allegations of electronic throttle body (ETB) failures resulting in sudden reduction of engine power in model year (MY) 2009-2013 Ford Escape, Fusion, Mariner and Milan vehicles. Du... Read more
DP12006 Opened: Oct 2, 2012 , Closed: Feb 21, 2013
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2005
Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction
In a letter dated August 30, 2012, The North Carolina Consumers Council (NCCC) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged electronic throttle body failures resulting in engine stall or surge while driving in model year (MY) 200... Read more
DP12005 Opened: Jul 17, 2012 , Closed: Jul 17, 2012
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2002
Cruise Control Cable
On July 8, 2012, The Center for Auto Safety has petitioned NHTSA to open defect investigations on Model Year (MY) 2002 ? 2004 Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute vehicles with certain cruise control cables.The Center for Auto Safety has also petitioned for a hearing to address whether Ford Motor Company (... Read more
PE12019 Opened: Jul 17, 2012 , Closed: Feb 21, 2013
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
Stuck Throttle
In a letter dated July 25, 2012 Ford Motor Company (Ford) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR), NHTSA Recall No. 12V-353 to NHTSA identifying a safety defect involving inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector, which could result in a stuck throttle c... Read more
PE11016 Opened: Apr 27, 2011 , Closed: Aug 18, 2011
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2010
Rear Liftgate Window Glass Breakage
In its response to the agency, Ford acknowledged a higher than normal level of glass breakage incidents in the model year (MY) 2010 to early-build MY 2011 subject vehicles.The incidentsoccurred when the liftgate glass was being opened, or more typically while being closed, but in both cases while th... Read more
EA10002 Opened: Jan 14, 2010 , Closed: Feb 29, 2012
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2001
Engine Compartment Fire
Ford and Mazda recalled model year (MY) 2001 through 2004 Ford Escape (07V-156) and Mazda Tribute (07V-157) vehicles due to non-crash fires or non-fire thermal events originating in the engine compartment at or near the ABS control module.Approximately 545,700 vehicles were subject to the initial sa... Read more
RQ09002 Opened: Apr 15, 2009 , Closed: Jan 15, 2010
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
IN LETTERS DATED MARCH 30, 2007, FORD MOTOR COMPANY (FORD) AND MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS (MAZDA) NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT THEY WILL CONDUCT RECALLS 07V-156 AND 07V-157, RESPECTIVELY, TO REMEDY A SAFETY DEFECT THAT MAY RESULT IN FIRE IN A WIRING CONNECTOR USED IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001-20... Read more
DP09003 Opened: Apr 14, 2009 , Closed: Apr 15, 2009
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) RECEIVED A DEFECT PETITION DATED MARCH 5, 2009 ALLEGING THAT THE PETITIONER NEVER RECEIVED THE RECALL REMEDY FOR 07V-156 AND THAT, AS A RESULT, THE PETITIONER'S MY2003 FORD ESCAPE CAUGHT FIRE AT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE.IN RESPONSE TO ODI FOLLOW-UP, THE MANUFA... Read more
PE06048 Opened: Oct 30, 2006 , Closed: Apr 17, 2007
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
IN LETTERS DATED MARCH 30, 2007, FORD AND MAZDA NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT THEY WILL CONDUCT SAFETY RECALLS TO REMEDY A SAFETY DEFECT THAT MAY RESULT IN FIRE IN A WIRING CONNECTOR USED IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001-2004 FORD ESCAPE AND MAZDA TRIBUTE SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS.RECALL 07V-156... Read more
RP04002 Opened: Jun 24, 2004 , Closed: Aug 31, 2004
RP, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE STALLING
SUMMARY:THE PETITIONER ALLEGES THAT AFTER HAVING THE RECALL REMEDY PERFORMED ON HER MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001 FORD ESCAPE, IT CONTINUED TO EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT STALL CONDITION.CONSEQUENTLY, SHE PETITIONED THE AGENCY TO EXAMINE THE ADEQUACY OF THE RECALL REMEDY FOR SAFETY RECALL 04V-165.ON APRIL 5, 200... Read more
PE03030 Opened: Jul 14, 2003 , Closed: Dec 31, 2003
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
SAFETY BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON JULY 14, 2003 BASED ON 4 REPORTS ALLEGING THE DRIVER'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE FAILED TO LATCH OR REMAIN LATCHED.MAZDA NOTIFIED ODI THAT IT TRANSFERRED ENGINEERING RESPONSIBILITY TO FORD WHEN THE VEHICLE DESIGN WAS BROUGHT TO THE UNITED STATES FOR PRODUCTION IN FORD'S ASS... Read more
EA02027 Opened: Sep 10, 2002 , Closed: Apr 15, 2004
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE STALLING
FORD'S AND MAZDA'S LETTERS TO NHTSA DATED APRIL 5 AND APRIL 9, 2004, STATE THAT THEY WILL RECALL MODEL YEAR 2001-03 FORD ESCAPE AND MAZDA TRIBUTE VEHICLES WITH THE V6 ENGINE BUILT THRU SEPTEMBER 11, 2002.DEALERS WILL ADJUST ENGINE CALIBRATION IN THE PROGRAMMABLE CONTROL MODULE (PCM), WHICH IN ITS CU... Read more
PE01043 Opened: Dec 7, 2001 , Closed: Sep 10, 2002
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
ENGINE STALLING
RQ01001 Opened: Feb 21, 2001 , Closed: Dec 21, 2001
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2001
GASOLINE VAPOR INTRUSION
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FORD ESCAPE - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FORD ESCAPE across all model years (2001, 2026).

223 Total Recalls
35,911 Total Complaints
18 Investigations
1,412 Reported Crashes
799 Reported Fires
24 Reported Deaths

FORD ESCAPE - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 2 7 View
2025 9 33 View
2024 (current) 8 136
2023 11 151 View
2022 19 302 View
2021 19 437 View
2020 23 2,043 View
2019 3 714 View
2018 4 2,118 View
2017 4 3,232 View
2016 4 1,273 View
2015 9 1,288 View
2014 16 2,650 View
2013 18 3,674 View
2012 2 792 View
2011 3 1,871 View
2010 5 3,183 View
2009 3 2,348 View
2008 5 2,404 View
2007 4 350 View
2006 5 627 View
2005 5 2,030 View
2004 8 715 View
2003 9 736 View
2002 10 1,397 View
2001 15 1,389 View
2000 0 5 View

Other FORD Models

Model Recalls Complaints
MUSTANG 1,104 11,600 View
RANGER 928 10,371 View
F-350 SD 776 2,363 View
F-150 692 46,142 View
F-450 SD 692 624 View
F-250 SD 638 3,635 View
EXPLORER 624 42,549 View
F-550 SD 578 603 View