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Ford Escape

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V011000·2026-01-15

    Ford Recalls Focus, Escape, and MKC for Engine Block Heater Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2013-2019 Focus, Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles because a cracked engine block heater may short circuit and cause a fire.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD MKC, FOCUS, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V787000·2025-11-14

    Ford Recalls 2025 Maverick and Escape for Brake Booster Overheating Risk

    Ford is recalling 2025 Maverick and Escape vehicles because an electric brake booster cover may overheat, potentially causing loss of stability control or brake power assist.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, MAVERICK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V693000·2025-10-10

    Ford Recalls 2020 Escape Vehicles for Rear Brake Pad Defect

    Ford is recalling 2020 Escape vehicles because incorrectly manufactured rear brake pads may reduce braking performance during a booster malfunction, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V685000·2025-10-10

    Ford and Lincoln vehicles recalled over engine block heater fire risk

    Ford is recalling 59,006 vehicles across many Ford and Lincoln lines because the engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, short circuiting when plugged in.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPLORER, FUSION, CORSAIR, MKC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V467000·2025-07-11

    Ford Bronco Sport and Escape fuel injectors may crack and leak

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles with 1.5L engines because a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. 694,271 vehicles affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V345000·2025-05-23

    2022 Lincoln Corsair recall for engine compartment fire risk

    Ford is recalling 2022 and 2023 Lincoln Corsair vehicles with 2.5L hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall. Engine oil and fuel vapor may accumulate in the engine compartment and catch fire near hot engine components.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, MAVERICK, CORSAIR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V133000·2025-02-28

    Ford hybrids can shift into neutral unexpectedly losing drive power

    Ford is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired under 24V-330, because hybrid powertrain software may shift the vehicle into neutral unexpectedly.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN MAVERICK, ESCAPE, CORSAIR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V954000·2024-12-20

    Ford Escape high voltage battery cells may short circuit internally

    Ford is recalling certain 2020-2024 Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles because a manufacturing defect in high voltage battery cells may cause an internal short circuit.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD CORSAIR, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V330000·2024-05-10

    Lincoln Corsair transmission control software defect causes unexpected neutral shift

    Ford is recalling 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles due to a hybrid powertrain control module software defect that may cause the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly, resulting in loss of drive power and increased crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR, MAVERICK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V254000·2022-04-14

    Ford Recalls 2015 Escape Vehicles Due to Shifter Cable Bushing Defect

    Ford is recalling 2015 Escape vehicles with 2.0L engines because a shifter cable bushing may degrade or detach, potentially causing unexpected vehicle movement or rolling.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V155000·2021-03-10

    Ford Recalls 15,769 Vehicles Due to Tire Curing Defect

    Ford is recalling 15,769 vehicles equipped with Continental tires that may have been over-cured during production. This defect can cause sudden air loss or tread loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, F-150, F-350 SD, F-250 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V550000·2020-09-10

    Ford Recalls 2019-2020 Vehicles for Transmission Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect, Escape, and Lincoln models because loose bolts on the start/stop accumulator may cause a transmission fluid leak and potential fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, EDGE, TRANSIT CONNECT, CORSAIR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V415000·2020-07-17

    Ford Recalls 2020 Escape and Transit Vehicles for Air Bag Defect

    Ford is recalling 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles because a defective air bag component may prevent proper inflation during a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, TRANSIT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V331000·2020-06-08

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Door Latch Repair Defects

    Ford is recalling specific 2011-2016 vehicles because previous door latch repairs may have been incomplete, potentially allowing doors to open while driving.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN C-MAX, FIESTA, FOCUS, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V633000·2019-08-28

    Ford Recalls 639,137 Vehicles for Defective Seat Back Recliner Mechanisms

    Ford is recalling 639,137 vehicles because a missing part in the seat back recliner mechanism may reduce strength and fail to restrain occupants in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, ESCAPE, F-550, EXPLORER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V104000·2018-02-12

    Ford Recalls 2018 Escape and Lincoln MKC for Brake Hose Defect

    Ford is recalling 2018 Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles because incorrect front brake hoses may chafe and leak fluid, increasing stopping distance.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD MKC, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V472000·2017-07-25

    Ford Recalls 2014-2015 Vehicles Due to Improper Seat Bolts

    Ford is recalling 94,605 vehicles because improperly manufactured bolts may fracture, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, F-150, E-350, MKC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V398000·2017-06-26

    Ford Recalls 2016 Escape Vehicles Due to Knee Airbag Defect

    Ford is recalling 2016 Escape vehicles because the driver's knee airbag may not inflate properly in a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V209000·2017-03-27

    Ford Recalls 2013-2015 Models Due to Engine Overheating Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2013-2015 Escape, Fiesta, Fusion, and Transit Connect vehicles with 1.6L engines because low coolant can cause the engine head to crack, leak oil, and start a fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FUSION, ESCAPE, FIESTA, TRANSIT CONNECT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V777000·2016-10-26

    Ford Recalls 2010-2012 Escape and 2010-2011 Mariner for Fuel Leak Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2010-2012 Escape and 2010-2011 Mariner vehicles because a cracked fuel delivery module may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, MERCURY ESCAPE, MARINER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V643000·2016-09-06

    Ford Recalls Multiple Models Due to Door Latch Defect

    Ford is recalling specific 2012-2016 vehicles because door latches may break, allowing doors to open while driving.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, TRANSIT CONNECT, MKC, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V606000·2015-09-29

    Ford Recalls 2001-2008 Escape and Mariner for Transmission Shift Lever Defect

    Ford is recalling 2001-2008 Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles with specific remanufactured transmissions because the shift lever bolt may not be tightened, risking vehicle rollaway.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, FORD MARINER, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15E045000·2015-06-03

    Timken Recalls Aftermarket Front Wheel Bearings for Ford, Mazda, Mercury

    Timken is recalling aftermarket front wheel bearings with incorrect dimensions for 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles due to crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, MAZDA, MERCURY ESCAPE, TRIBUTE, MARINER, TRIBUTE HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V005000·2015-01-09

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2014-2015 vehicles because a defective fuel pump may cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN FOCUS, ESCAPE, FIESTA, EDGE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V597000·2014-09-26

    Ford Recalls 2013-2014 Models for Restraint Control Module Defect

    Ford is recalling 2013-2014 C-Max, Fusion, Escape, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles because a defect in the Restraint Control Module may prevent airbags and seat belt pretensioners from functioning in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, FUSION, MKZ, C-MAX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V525000·2014-09-02

    Ford Recalls 2014-2015 Vehicles for Fuel Delivery Module Cracks

    Ford is recalling specific 2014 Focus, 2014 Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles because a fuel delivery module may crack, causing low fuel pressure and potential vehicle stalls.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, MKC, FOCUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V403000·2014-07-02

    Ford Recalls 2014 Escape Vehicles for Panorama Roof Glass Bonding Defect

    Ford is recalling 2014 Escape vehicles because the panorama roof glass may not be properly bonded, which could cause the glass to separate and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V164000·2014-04-02

    Ford Recalls 2013-2014 Vehicles Due to Weak Seatback Welds

    Ford is recalling 2013-2014 Fusion, Escape, C-Max, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles because sub-standard welds may cause seatbacks to loosen, increasing injury risk in crashes.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, MKZ, C-MAX, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V584000·2013-11-25

    Ford Recalls 2013 Escape Vehicles for Fuel Line Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2013 Escape vehicles with 1.6L engines because a fuel line may have been installed incorrectly during a prior repair, posing a fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V431000·2012-09-04

    Ford Recalls 2013 Escape Vehicles Due to Engine Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2013 Escape vehicles with 1.6L engines because a cylinder head plug may dislodge, causing coolant leaks that can ignite and start a fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V353000·2012-07-26

    Ford Recalls 2001-2004 Escapes for Potential Stuck Throttle Hazard

    Ford is recalling 2001-2004 Escapes with 3.0L V6 engines because inadequate clearance between the engine cover and speed control cable could cause a stuck throttle, leading to high speeds and potential crashes.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V336000·2012-07-18

    Ford Recalls 2013 Escape Vehicles Due to Fuel Line Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2013 Escape vehicles with 1.6L engines because a fuel line may split and leak, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10E043000·2010-09-03

    Marathon Superhides Aftermarket Seat Covers Recalled for Airbag Interference

    Marathon Seat Covers is recalling Superhides aftermarket seat covers that may interfere with side airbag deployment, posing a serious injury risk in crashes.

    Product
    JEEP — JEEP, FORD, CHEVROLET PATRIOT FWD, ESCAPE, EXPLORER, TAHOE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V374000·2026-06-09

    Ford Recalls 2017 Escape Vehicles for Power Window Safety Defect

    Ford is recalling 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired under recall 16V617 because power windows may exert excessive force before reversing, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V301000·2026-05-12

    Ford Recalls 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair for Park Module Failure

    Ford is recalling 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the park module may fail to lock, increasing the risk of the vehicle rolling away and causing a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V122000·2026-03-03

    2025 Ford Vehicles Recalled for EGR Valve Failure Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2025 vehicles due to a potential EGR valve failure that could cause an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAUTILUS, CORSAIR, RANGER, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V123000·2026-03-03

    Lincoln Corsair and Ford vehicles recalled for rearview camera display issues

    Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2024 Lincoln and Ford vehicles because the center display may show an inverted rearview image, increasing crash risks.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD CORSAIR, AVIATOR, EXPLORER, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V117000·2026-03-03

    Ford and Lincoln vehicles recalled due to windshield wiper motor failure risk

    Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles because the windshield wiper motors may fail, potentially reducing visibility and increasing crash risks.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD CORSAIR, AVIATOR, EXPLORER, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V862000·2025-12-12

    Ford Recalls 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape for Seat Belt Defect

    Ford is recalling 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape vehicles because rear seat belt retractors may not be securely fastened, increasing injury risk in crashes.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V829000·2025-12-01

    2025 Ford Escape liftgate hinge covers may detach, creating crash risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2025 Escape vehicles because liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and can detach. Detached covers can create a distraction or road hazard, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V695000·2025-10-13

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Rearview Camera Display Issues

    Ford is recalling specific 2015-2020 models because the rearview camera may display a distorted or blank image, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD MKT, TAURUS, MKZ, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V442000·2025-06-27

    Ford rearview cameras may show a blank or persistent image

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2018-2024 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or leave the image on screen after backing has ended.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-250 SD, ECOSPORT, EDGE, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V372000·2025-06-03

    2025 Ford Escape Cylinder Head Defect Causes Oil Leaks

    Ford is recalling 2023-2025 Escape and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles with defective cylinder heads that may cause oil leaks, loss of drive power, and fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V343000·2025-05-23

    Ford engine block heaters can overheat while plugged in and parked

    Ford is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, Maverick, Bronco Sport, Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles with engine block heaters because the heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked and plugged in.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE, MAVERICK, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V315000·2025-05-09

    Ford recalls over a million vehicles for rearview camera software error

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2021-2025 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera image to freeze or go missing. 1,076,138 units are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-450 SD, F-550 SD, MUSTANG MACH E, F-350 SD
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V165000·2025-03-14

    Ford Escape fuel injector repair under earlier recalls was incorrect

    Ford is recalling certain Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V-859 or 24V-187, because a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V049000·2025-01-31

    Ford Recalls 2025 Models for Instrument Panel Illumination Defect

    Ford is recalling 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the instrument panel may fail to illuminate, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V850000·2024-11-08

    2024-2025 Ford Escape: Passenger Airbag Cover Defect Recall

    Ford is recalling 2024-2025 Escape vehicles with a defective passenger airbag cover that may prevent proper deployment, increasing injury risk and failing to meet federal safety standards.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V634000·2024-08-23

    Ford fuel injectors assembled without O-ring support discs may leak

    Ford is recalling certain Lincoln Corsair, Escape, Mustang and Explorer vehicles because fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs. 24 units affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN MUSTANG, ESCAPE, EXPLORER, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V440000·2024-06-14

    2024 Ford Escape Adaptive Cruise Control Radar Misalignment

    Ford is recalling 2023-2024 Escape vehicles with adaptive cruise control due to misaligned radar modules. The misalignment can cause unexpected braking and loss of safety system function, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V187000·2024-03-08

    Ford Bronco Sport and Escape fuel injector fire risk recall

    Ford is recalling the 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape with 1.5L engines due to a fuel injector that may crack and leak fuel, creating a fire risk in the engine compartment.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V506000·2023-07-21

    2023 Ford Super Duty Trucks and Escape Instrument Panel Illumination Defect

    Ford is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 and Escape models. The instrument panel module may fail to illuminate due to improper soldering, preventing drivers from seeing critical safety information like the speedometer and warning lights.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-350 SD, ESCAPE, F-550 SD, F-450 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V380000·2023-05-26

    Ford Escape, Maverick, and Corsair Engine Fire Risk Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles due to a 2.5L engine defect that could cause an engine compartment fire. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN MAVERICK, CORSAIR, ESCAPE
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V859000·2022-11-18

    Ford Escape and Bronco Sport fuel injector leak fire risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles with 1.5L engines due to fuel injector cracks that may leak fuel and increase fire risk. Ford will update engine control software and install a drain tube.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V484000·2022-07-07

    2020–2022 Ford Escape vehicles recalled for engine compartment fire risk

    Certain 2020-2022 Ford Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles may experience engine failure leading to engine compartment fires. Owners should stop immediately if they notice engine noises, power loss, or smoke.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, MAVERICK, CORSAIR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V413000·2022-06-10

    Ford Transit Connect Shifter Cable Bushing May Cause Gear Shift Failures

    Ford is recalling 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles because the shifter cable bushing may degrade and prevent intended gear selection. This can cause unintended vehicle movement or rollaway after selecting Park, increasing crash and injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FUSION, EDGE, C-MAX, TRANSIT CONNECT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V331000·2022-05-13

    2020 Ford Escape High Voltage Battery Weld Defect Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2020 Escape and 2021 Corsair hybrid vehicles due to insufficient welds in the high voltage battery that may fail, causing loss of drive power and increased crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V191000·2022-03-25

    2021 Ford Escape Engine Oil Separator May Crack and Leak

    Ford is recalling 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport with 1.5L engines. The oil separator housing may crack and leak, creating fire risk near hot engine components.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V149000·2022-03-11

    2022 Ford Escape High Voltage Battery Failure Causes Drive Power Loss

    The high voltage battery in 2021-2022 Ford Escape and 2022 Lincoln Corsair hybrid vehicles may fail, causing sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V922000·2021-11-23

    2022 Ford Escape Recalled for Rear Brake Lining Manufacturing Defect

    Ford is recalling 2021-2022 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles with rear brake linings that may have been manufactured incorrectly. This can affect braking performance, extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V625000·2021-08-10

    2021 Lincoln Corsair fuel delivery module leak recall

    Ford is recalling 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles due to a fuel delivery module that may leak, causing low fuel pressure and engine stall, which increases the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V011000·2021-01-15

    Ford Escape rear drive axle lubricant defect may cause loss of control

    Ford is recalling approximately 147 2020 Ford Escape vehicles and related models due to inadequate lubricant in the rear drive unit, which may cause the rear axle to seize and result in loss of vehicle control and crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAUTILUS, EDGE, BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V575000·2020-09-23

    Ford Recalls 2020 Vehicles for Rearview Camera Electrical Defect

    Ford is recalling 620,246 2020 vehicles because a poor electrical connection may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V813000·2015-12-02

    Ford Recalls 2013 Escape and 2013-2014 Focus ST for Wiring Defect

    Ford is recalling specific 2013 Escape and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles because engine wiring splices may send incorrect signals, causing hesitation or stalling.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FOCUS, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V436000·2015-07-08

    Ford Recalls 2015 Focus, C-Max, and Escape for Engine Shutdown Defect

    Ford is recalling 2015 Focus, C-Max, and Escape vehicles because the engine may continue running after being turned off, increasing the risk of an unintentional crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FOCUS, C-MAX, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V495000·2014-08-11

    Ford Recalls 2013-2014 Focus and Escape Vehicles for Wiring Defect

    Ford is recalling 2013-2014 Focus ST and Escape vehicles with 2.0-liter engines because a wiring defect may cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FOCUS, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V284000·2014-05-29

    Ford Recalls 2008-2011 Escape and Mercury Mariner for Steering Defect

    Ford is recalling 2008-2011 Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles because the steering torque sensor may fail, causing loss of power steering assist.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, FORD MARINER, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V237000·2014-05-07

    Ford Recalls 2013-2014 Escape and C-MAX for Air Bag Software Error

    Ford is recalling 2013-2014 Escape and C-MAX vehicles because a software error may delay side-curtain air bag deployment, increasing injury risk in rollovers.

    Product
    FORD — FORD C-MAX, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V085000·2013-03-07

    Ford Recalls 2013 Focus, C-Max, and Escape for Child Lock Defect

    Ford is recalling 2013 Focus, C-Max, and Escape vehicles because the left rear door child lock may not engage properly, increasing the risk of injury to unrestrained children.

    Product
    FORD — FORD redundant C-MAX HYBRID, FOCUS, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V222000·2010-05-24

    Ford Recalls 2010 Fusion, Milan, and Escape for Park Rod Defect

    Ford is recalling 2010 Fusion, Milan, and Escape vehicles because a park rod guide retention pin may not have been properly installed, potentially allowing unintended movement.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, FORD MILAN, ESCAPE, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V852000·2024-11-08

    Air Bag Warning Label Missing on Ford and Lincoln Vehicles

    Ford is recalling certain 2018-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for missing air bag warning labels on the dashboard. The missing label increases risk of crash injury if occupants don't follow proper restraint guidelines.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD CORSAIR, EXPLORER, AVIATOR, F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 20245/5

    2 trims tested for 2024; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20235/5

    2 trims tested for 2023; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20225/5

    2 trims tested for 2022; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 20215/5

    2 trims tested for 2021; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 3 open

  • EA26004 Engineering Analysis · open · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • PE25020 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • RQ24014 Recall Query · electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
  • PE24019 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
  • PE24014 Preliminary Evaluation · open · fuel system, diesel
  • RQ24008 Recall Query · fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2017 · engine 1,692 complaints, median 79,000 mi
    Includes 4 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2018 · engine 1,237 complaints, median 86,000 mi
    Includes 3 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2010 · powertrain 475 complaints, median 52,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2014 · powertrain 470 complaints, median 90,000 mi
    Includes 4 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2010 · cruise-control 405 complaints, median 51,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.

Technical service bulletins

958 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.8/5
  • 2025: 4.1/5
  • 2024: 3.2/5 · 76 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2023: 2.8/5 · 95 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2022: 1.8/5 · 228 complaints · most complained-of: fuel-system

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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