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Ford Escape: known issues clusters

All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.

rows129
model years2002–2025 (23)
data through2026-09-20
method/data/methodology#known-issues
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)
ford.csv (whole make)

Vehicle pages

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Rows

yearcluster_idlabelcomponent_codecomplaint_countdate_rangesource_complaint_countreviewed_at
2025escape-2025-electrical-recall-parts-delayRecall 26V091000 parts unavailability delayELECTRICAL SYSTEM42026-03-02 → 2026-06-26242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-engine-cooling-recall-stallEngine stall and recall 26V122000 parts unavailabilityENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING42026-03-26 → 2026-04-02242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-turn-signal-audibilityTurn signal audible indicator low volumeELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING32025-10-13 → 2026-03-02242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-instrument-cluster-displayDigital instrument cluster display lossELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER12026-08-02 → 2026-08-02242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-head-gasket-coolant-loss1.5L EcoBoost head gasket coolant intrusionENGINE22025-08-29 → 2026-05-24242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-hood-latch-windshieldHood latch release and windshield strikeVISIBILITY/WIPER, STRUCTURE:BODY12026-06-26 → 2026-06-26242026-08-20
2025escape-2025-adas-erroneous-engagementForward collision and lane departure erroneous activationFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12025-06-27 → 2025-06-27242026-08-20
2024escape-2024-infotainment-display-blackoutInfotainment and instrument display blackoutELECTRICAL SYSTEM92024-11 → 2026-04742026-07-01
2024escape-2024-12v-battery-drain12-volt battery replacement and electrical drainELECTRICAL SYSTEM32024-11 → 2025-12742026-07-01
2024escape-2024-adas-driver-assist-faultsADAS driver-assist faults (BLIS, Pre-Collision, Park Aid, Front Camera)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE242024-05 → 2026-04742026-07-01
2024escape-2024-engine-stall-misfireEngine stalling and misfireENGINE142024-06 → 2026-04742026-07-01
2024escape-2024-airbag-non-deploymentAirbag non-deployment in collisionAIR BAGS32025-09 → 2026-06742026-07-01
2023escape-2023-transmission-failureTransmission internal failure and rebuildPOWER TRAIN142023-08 → 2026-07942026-08-20
2023escape-2023-engine-overheating-headEngine overheating and cylinder head failureENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING152023-08 → 2026-03942026-08-20
2023escape-2023-phev-hv-battery-recallPlug-in hybrid high-voltage battery recall delaysELECTRICAL SYSTEM72025-11 → 2026-06942026-08-20
2023escape-2023-12v-battery-electrical12V battery drain and electrical system no-startELECTRICAL SYSTEM82024-01 → 2025-04942026-08-20
2023escape-2023-infotainment-camera-apimInfotainment screen blackout and backup camera failureLANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM112023-11 → 2026-06942026-08-20
2023escape-2023-adas-sensor-failureADAS sensor and adaptive cruise control malfunctionFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL52023-12 → 2025-06942026-08-20
2022escape-2022-transmission-hesitationTransmission hesitation and unexpected shift to neutralPOWER TRAIN172023-06 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2022escape-2022-sunroof-shade-detachmentPanoramic sunroof shade detachmentUNKNOWN OR OTHER112024-04 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2022escape-2022-backup-camera-malfunctionRearview camera malfunction (back-over prevention)BACK OVER PREVENTION82025-06 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2022escape-2022-fuel-injector-defectFuel injector cracking and engine fire riskFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE642023-02 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2022escape-2022-rear-brake-noiseBrake noise when reversing and reduced stopping powerSERVICE BRAKES242023-04 to 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2022escape-2022-door-check-hinge-failureDriver door check-arm and hinge bracket failureSTRUCTURE102023-07 to 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)2222026-07-20
2021escape-2021-transmission-shudder8F35 transmission shudder and failurePOWER TRAIN282024-03 → 2026-073252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-fuel-injector-recallFuel injector recall remedy delay and gasoline odorFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE412025-03 → 2026-073252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-door-check-arm-weldsDriver door check arm weld failureSTRUCTURE452024-01 → 2026-053252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shadePanoramic sunroof shade detachmentUNKNOWN OR OTHER172025-02 → 2026-063252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-reverse-brake-noiseBrake noise when reversingSERVICE BRAKES112024-05 → 2025-113252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-coolant-lossEngine coolant loss without visible leakENGINE62024-06 → 2026-043252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-phev-battery-shutdownPHEV high-voltage battery shutdownELECTRICAL SYSTEM72026-04 → 2026-063252026-07-22
2021escape-2021-underhood-fireUnderhood engine fireENGINE42024-10 → 2026-063252026-07-22
2020escape-2020-fuel-injector-fire-recallFuel injector crack and under-hood fire risk recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE712025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-transmission-shifting-failureTransmission shifting failure and replacementPOWER TRAIN212025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-panoramic-sunroof-shadePanoramic sunroof shade sagging and blocking rear viewVISIBILITY202025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-door-hinge-weld-crackingDoor hinge weld cracking and poppingSTRUCTURE282025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-awd-module-faultAll-wheel-drive module fault and warning lightsPOWER TRAIN132025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-windshield-wiper-motorWindshield wiper motor inoperativeVISIBILITY/WIPER52025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2020escape-2020-seat-belt-airbagSeat belt buckle and air bag faultsSEAT BELTS52025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)14372026-06-14
2019escape-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine-failureEcoBoost coolant intrusion and engine failureENGINE1202025-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)5372026-06-14
2019escape-2019-transmission-failureTransmission failure and hard shiftingPOWER TRAIN142025-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)5372026-06-14
2019escape-2019-rearview-cameraRearview camera image lossBACK OVER PREVENTION42025-05 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)5372026-06-14
2019escape-2019-electric-power-steeringElectric power steering failureSTEERING32025-04 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)5372026-06-14
2019escape-2019-rear-seat-belt-webbingRear passenger seat belt webbing failureSEAT BELTS22026-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)5372026-06-14
2018escape-2018-coolant-intrusion-cylindersCoolant intrusion into engine cylindersENGINE1272025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)16682026-06-30
2018escape-2018-overheating-coolant-lossEngine overheating and coolant lossENGINE112025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)16682026-06-30
2018escape-2018-loss-of-motive-powerLoss of motive power while drivingENGINE62026-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)16682026-06-30
2018escape-2018-transmission-failureTransmission failurePOWER TRAIN162025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)16682026-06-30
2017ford-escape-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine-failureCoolant intrusion causing engine failureENGINE1702026-01 → 2026-0726422026-08-03
2017ford-escape-2017-transmission-failureTransmission and torque converter failurePOWER TRAIN122026-01 → 2026-0726422026-08-03
2017ford-escape-2017-auto-start-stop-shutdownAuto Start-Stop system unexpected shutdownELECTRICAL SYSTEM72026-02 → 2026-0726422026-08-03
2017ford-escape-2017-exterior-lighting-failureExterior lighting water intrusion and failureEXTERIOR LIGHTING42026-04 → 2026-0526422026-08-03
2016escape-2016-rearview-camera-image-failureRearview camera blank, inverted or distorted imageBACK OVER PREVENTION1052025-11 → 2026-0710632026-08-05
2016escape-2016-camera-recall-parts-backorderBack over prevention recall parts on backorderBACK OVER PREVENTION212025-11 → 2026-0710632026-08-05
2016escape-2016-coolant-intrusion-cylindersCoolant intrusion into engine cylindersENGINE172025-11 → 2026-0710632026-08-05
2016escape-2016-power-steering-assist-lossLoss of electric power steering assist while drivingSTEERING92025-11 → 2026-0710632026-08-05
2016escape-2016-transmission-loss-of-motive-powerTransmission failure with loss of motive powerPOWER TRAIN222025-11 → 2026-0710632026-08-05
2016escape-2016-display-and-audio-module-failureDisplay screen and audio module failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM72025-12 → 2026-0610632026-08-05
2015escape-2015-camera-recall-parts-waitRearview camera recall remedy parts unavailableUNKNOWN OR OTHER182025-12 → 2026-0710452026-08-05
2015escape-2015-transmission-slippingTransmission slipping and loss of gear engagementPOWER TRAIN232025-07 → 2026-0710452026-08-05
2015escape-2015-shifter-cable-bushingShifter cable bushing detachmentPOWER TRAIN42025-08 → 2026-0510452026-08-05
2015escape-2015-rearview-camera-blank-imageRearview camera blank or distorted image in reverseBACK OVER PREVENTION1042025-07 → 2026-0710452026-08-05
2015escape-2015-coolant-intrusionCoolant intrusion into engine cylindersENGINE302025-07 → 2026-0710452026-08-05
2014ford-escape-2014-coolant-intrusionEngine coolant intrusion into cylindersENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING622025-02 → 2026-0720782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-backup-camera-failureRearview camera failure or inverted imageBACK OVER PREVENTION482025-05 → 2026-0820782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-transmission-failureTransmission failure or slipping out of gearPOWER TRAIN282025-03 → 2026-0820782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-steering-assist-faultElectric power steering assist faultSTEERING72025-12 → 2026-0720782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-door-latch-failureDoor latch failure to secure or latchLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES82025-04 → 2026-0720782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-instrument-cluster-electricalInstrument cluster and ABS module failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM62025-08 → 2026-0820782026-09-05
2014ford-escape-2014-fuel-system-stallingEngine stall from fuel system faultFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM52025-01 → 2026-0820782026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-coolant-intrusion-cylindersCoolant intrusion into engine cylindersENGINE832024-07 → 2026-0827492026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-door-latch-failureDoor and liftgate latch failure in transitLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES72024-07 → 2026-0827492026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-subframe-corrosionRear subframe and control arm corrosionSUSPENSION52024-08 → 2026-0627492026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-steering-assist-faultElectric power steering assist failureSTEERING172024-07 → 2026-0327492026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-transmission-failureTransmission and shift-cable bushing failurePOWER TRAIN252024-07 → 2026-0827492026-09-05
2013ford-escape-2013-engine-bay-fireEngine compartment fire during operationENGINE82024-09 → 2026-0727492026-09-05
2012escape-2012-subframe-rust-corrosionSubframe and frame rust corrosionSTRUCTURE182019-07 → 2025-105982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-fuel-tank-leakFuel leak or odor from fuel tank and delivery moduleFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE192019-07 → 2026-015982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-seat-belt-latch-failureSeat belt failure to latch or retract properlySEAT BELTS92019-02 → 2021-085982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-power-steering-lossLoss of electric power steering assist while drivingSTEERING742018-12 → 2026-055982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-throttle-body-stallThrottle body fault causing stalling or sudden accelerationVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM152019-03 → 2024-085982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-transmission-shifter-failureTransmission failure and shifter malfunctionPOWER TRAIN112019-04 → 2024-065982026-09-04
2012escape-2012-brake-failureLoss of braking function and ABS warning lightsSERVICE BRAKES102019-04 → 2023-115982026-09-04
2011escape-2011-subframe-corrosionFront subframe and shock tower corrosionSTRUCTURE232022-08 → 2026-0813162026-09-03
2011escape-2011-fuel-tank-leakFuel tank leak with cabin fuel odorFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE72022-02 → 2025-0613162026-09-03
2011escape-2011-abs-brake-failureABS module failure affecting brakesSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC52023-07 → 2025-0513162026-09-03
2011escape-2011-power-steering-lossLoss of electric power steering assistSTEERING1462022-02 → 2026-0813162026-09-03
2010ford-escape-2010-brake-loss-abs-moduleBrake pedal loss of stopping power and ABS module failureSERVICE BRAKES92022-09 → 2025-0421272026-09-03
2010ford-escape-2010-transmission-power-lossTransmission slip, fluid leak, and unexpected power lossPOWER TRAIN62022-03 → 2025-0721272026-09-03
2010ford-escape-2010-power-steering-assist-failureElectric power steering assist failureSTEERING1072021-03 → 2026-0521272026-09-03
2010ford-escape-2010-engine-cradle-subframe-rustEngine cradle and front subframe rust perforationSTRUCTURE212021-03 → 2026-0621272026-09-03
2009ford-escape-2009-power-steering-assist-failureElectric power steering assist failureSTEERING1532021-12 → 2026-0616922026-09-16
2009ford-escape-2009-abs-module-brake-failureABS module failure causing brake pedal to floorSERVICE BRAKES202022-01 → 2025-0616922026-09-16
2009ford-escape-2009-subframe-frame-rustSubframe and frame rail rust-throughSTRUCTURE92021-12 → 2026-0316922026-09-16
2009ford-escape-2009-engine-stall-while-drivingEngine stall while drivingENGINE72022-07 → 2026-0516922026-09-16
2008escape-2008-eps-torque-sensor-failureElectric power steering assist failure (torque sensor)STEERING1422020-12 → 2026-0924172026-09-16
2008escape-2008-subframe-corrosionSubframe and underbody corrosionSTRUCTURE42021-01 → 2024-1024172026-09-16
2008escape-2008-regen-brake-hcu-failureRegenerative brake failure with pedal to floor (HCU)SERVICE BRAKES242021-02 → 2026-0424172026-09-16
2008escape-2008-shift-lever-bushing-rollawayTransmission shift-lever bushing failure enabling rollawayPOWER TRAIN62023-07 → 2026-0624172026-09-16
2008escape-2008-engine-stall-stop-safely-nowEngine stall with 'Stop Safely Now' warningENGINE52021-05 → 2026-0724172026-09-16
2007escape-2007-abs-brake-lossABS warning light preceding loss of brakingSERVICE BRAKES412014-06 → 2022-093932026-09-20
2007escape-2007-subframe-corrosionSubframe and underbody corrosionSTRUCTURE232014-09 → 2024-083932026-09-20
2007escape-2007-power-steering-lossPower steering assist lossSTEERING162014-04 → 2023-053932026-09-20
2007escape-2007-hybrid-stop-safely-nowHybrid propulsion shutdown with Stop Safely Now warningHYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM182018-07 → 2024-123932026-09-20
2007escape-2007-transmission-torque-converterTransmission and torque converter failurePOWER TRAIN212014-09 → 2023-053932026-09-20
2006escape-2006-wheel-well-corrosionRear wheel well and shock tower corrosionSUSPENSION, STRUCTURE382015-07 → 2024-057202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-throttle-pedal-stickingAccelerator pedal and throttle body stickingVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL152015-10 → 2023-057202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-rear-window-shatteringSpontaneous rear window and sunroof shatteringVISIBILITY/WIPER52015-12 → 2025-057202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-abs-hcu-brake-failureABS hydraulic control unit brake failureSERVICE BRAKES442015-07 → 2020-107202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-power-steering-lossElectric power steering assist lossSTEERING132015-09 → 2025-057202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-hybrid-coolant-pump-stallHybrid coolant pump stall with stop-safely warningHYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM202015-07 → 2023-067202026-09-20
2006escape-2006-transmission-failureTransmission and power train failurePOWER TRAIN142016-03 → 2020-087202026-09-20
2005escape-2005-rear-wheel-well-corrosionRear wheel well and shock mount corrosionSUSPENSION, STRUCTURE622017-07 → 2023-0515842026-09-16
2005escape-2005-front-subframe-corrosionFront subframe and control arm corrosionSUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, WHEELS282017-07 → 2024-0315842026-09-16
2005escape-2005-automatic-transmission-shiftAutomatic transmission shifting and gear-selection failurePOWER TRAIN72018-09 → 2024-0415842026-09-16
2005escape-2005-power-steering-failureSudden loss of power steering assistSTEERING82017-09 → 2020-0115842026-09-16
2005escape-2005-engine-stall-while-drivingEngine stalling or shutting off while drivingENGINE312017-08 → 2023-0515842026-09-16
2005escape-2005-service-brake-failureBrake pedal loss of resistance and travel to floorSERVICE BRAKES102017-10 → 2025-1215842026-09-16
2004ford-escape-2004-subframe-corrosionSubframe, control arm, and shock tower corrosionSUSPENSION, STRUCTURE1312014-11 → 2024-044992026-09-20
2004ford-escape-2004-airbag-light-nondeployAirbag warning light and non-deployment in crashesAIR BAGS192014-12 → 2022-044992026-09-20
2004ford-escape-2004-unintended-accelerationUnintended acceleration and accelerator pedal failureVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL182015-02 → 2024-014992026-09-20
2004ford-escape-2004-electrical-alternator-fireAlternator, wiring, and ABS module electrical failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM62015-03 → 2021-104992026-09-20
2004ford-escape-2004-engine-powertrain-failureEngine and powertrain component failureENGINE132015-02 → 2018-044992026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-door-latch-failureDoor and liftgate latch failureLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES122013-11 → 2018-0610792026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-fuel-tank-corrosionFuel tank strap and shield corrosionFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM62014-07 → 2018-0910792026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-subframe-corrosionSubframe and lower control arm corrosionSUSPENSION582013-10 → 2023-0110792026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-unintended-accelerationUnintended acceleration and stuck throttleVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL242013-09 → 2018-0610792026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-engine-fireEngine compartment fire after brake system failureSERVICE BRAKES122013-11 → 2022-0510792026-09-20
2002ford-escape-2002-airbag-warning-lightAir bag warning light illumination and non-deploymentAIR BAGS162014-03 → 2021-0610792026-09-20

Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.

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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Ford Escape [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford/escape
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_ford_escape_2026,
  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Ford Escape},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford/escape}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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