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Ford Escape safety timeline

Every dated recall and NHTSA investigation for the Ford Escape, across all model years. Model hub.
113
Recalls
8
Investigations opened
6
Investigations closed
  1. Recall2017 escape

    Recall 26V374000

    A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  2. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 26V117000

    Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  3. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 26V123000

    An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  4. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 26V117000

    Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  5. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 26V123000

    An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  6. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 26V117000

    Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  7. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 26V123000

    An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  8. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 26V122000

    An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  9. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 26V011000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  10. Recall2016 escape

    Recall 26V011000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  11. Recall2017 escape

    Recall 26V011000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  12. Recall2018 escape

    Recall 26V011000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  13. Recall2019 escape

    Recall 26V011000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  14. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V862000

    An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  15. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V829000

    A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  16. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V829000

    A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  17. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V829000

    A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  18. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V829000

    A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  19. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V787000

    Loss of vehicle stability control or brake power assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  20. Investigation closed2022 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation RQ24008

    Underhood fires caused by fuel leak

  21. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 25V695000

    A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  22. Recall2016 escape

    Recall 25V695000

    A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  23. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V685000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  24. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V693000

    Reduced brake function can require the driver to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.

  25. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V685000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  26. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V685000

    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  27. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V467000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  28. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V467000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  29. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V467000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  30. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V442000

    A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  31. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V442000

    A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  32. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V442000

    A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  33. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 25V372000

    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.

  34. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 25V372000

    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.

  35. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V372000

    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.

  36. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V345000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  37. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V345000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  38. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V345000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  39. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 25V343000

    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

  40. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 25V345000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  41. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 25V343000

    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

  42. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V343000

    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

  43. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 25V315000

    A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  44. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 25V315000

    A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  45. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 25V165000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  46. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 25V165000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  47. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V165000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  48. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V161000

    An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  49. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 25V133000

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  50. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 25V049000

    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

  51. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 24V954000

    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.

  52. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 24V954000

    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.

  53. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 24V954000

    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.

  54. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 24V954000

    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.

  55. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 24V954000

    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.

  56. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 24V852000

    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.

  57. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 24V852000

    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.

  58. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 24V852000

    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.

  59. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 24V852000

    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.

  60. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 24V852000

    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.

  61. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 24V850000

    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.

  62. Recall2025 escape

    Recall 24V850000

    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.

  63. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 24V634000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  64. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 24V634000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  65. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 24V440000

    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 Warning, and Auto Emergency Braking) could have diminished or lost function. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.

  66. Recall2024 escape

    Recall 24V440000

    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 Warning, and Auto Emergency Braking) could have diminished or lost function. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.

  67. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 24V330000

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  68. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 24V330000

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  69. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 24V330000

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  70. Investigation opened2022 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation RQ24008

    Underhood fires caused by fuel leak

  71. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 24V187000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  72. Investigation closed2020 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  73. Investigation closed2021 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  74. Investigation closed2022 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  75. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 23V506000

    An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.

  76. Investigation opened2020 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  77. Investigation opened2021 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  78. Investigation opened2022 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation PE23013

    Failed Door Check Arm Attachment Point

  79. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 23V380000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  80. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 23V380000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  81. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 23V380000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  82. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 23V380000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  83. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 22V859000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  84. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 22V859000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  85. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 22V859000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  86. Recall2023 escape

    Recall 22V859000

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  87. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 22V484000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  88. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 22V484000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  89. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 22V484000

    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  90. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 22V413000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  91. Recall2016 escape

    Recall 22V413000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  92. Recall2017 escape

    Recall 22V413000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  93. Recall2018 escape

    Recall 22V413000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  94. Recall2019 escape

    Recall 22V413000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  95. Investigation opened2021 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation AQ22002

    Healey Brothers Ford / Open Recall Sale

  96. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 22V331000

    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  97. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 22V254000

    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  98. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 22V191000

    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  99. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 22V191000

    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  100. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 22V191000

    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  101. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 22V149000

    A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  102. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 22V149000

    A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  103. Investigation closed2015 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation RQ19005

    Door Latch Failures

  104. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 21V922000

    During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.

  105. Recall2022 escape

    Recall 21V922000

    During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.

  106. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 21V869000

    A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  107. Recall2021 escape

    Recall 21V625000

    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  108. Investigation opened2020 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation RQ21002

    Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 Noncompliance

  109. Recall2019 escape

    Recall 21V155000

    Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  110. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 21V011000

    If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  111. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 20V635000

    Low tire pressure may lead to poor vehicle handling and a possible loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

  112. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 20V575000

    Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

  113. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 20V550000

    Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

  114. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 20V415000

    In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

  115. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 20V331000

    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

  116. Investigation opened2015 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation RQ19005

    Door Latch Failures

  117. Recall2020 escape

    Recall 19V633000

    A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  118. Recall2018 escape

    Recall 18V104000

    A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  119. Recall2018 escape

    Recall 17V803000

    If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

  120. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 17V472000

    The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. If a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  121. Recall2016 escape

    Recall 17V398000

    In the event of a crash, if the driver's knee air bag does not inflate as intended, the driver has an increased risk of injury.

  122. Investigation closed2015 escape

    NHTSA closed investigation PE16001

    Door Latch Failure

  123. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 16V643000

    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

  124. Recall2017 escape

    Recall 16V617000

    If a window closes on a body part, it can increase the risk of injury.

  125. Investigation opened2015 escape

    NHTSA opened investigation PE16001

    Door Latch Failure

  126. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 15V436000

    If the engine does not turn off as expected, someone could move the transmission shifter out of park and the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.

  127. Recall2015 escape

    Recall 15V406000

    If the instrument cluster is inoperative, the driver of may not be warned of safety related issues such as low tire pressures or disabled air bags, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.