2025
Ford Escape
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Predicted Reliability
We expect the 2025 Escape will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022 and 2023 models, and the Ford brand score.
The 2025 Ford Escape has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA.
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The 2025 Ford Escape has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA.
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Ford Escape
Ford Escape
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Ford vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Powertrain
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Major
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Minor
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Cooling
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Major
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Drive System
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Exhaust
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Brakes
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Climate System
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Build Quality
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Body Hardware
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Paint/Trim
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008*
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020*
2021
2022
2023
2024
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 13, 2025
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
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 parked with the block heater plugged in.
What should you do:
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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 11, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. The parts are anticipated to be available the fourth quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V343000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
6781
ENGINE
Jun 03, 2025
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.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V372000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
404
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Mar 14, 2025
An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Escape vehicles. The rearview camera may incorrectly display an inverted image when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C08.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V161000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
4721
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 31, 2025
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, and 305.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C02.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V049000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
298
AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 08, 2024
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.
Summary:
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 Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
24V850000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
15
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