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Ford Escape: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeFord
ClassSmall SUV
Model years (US)2001–2027
New registrations (EU)2003–2006, 2008–2024
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Ford Escape – Fourth generation2019–2026
Ford Escape – Fourth generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionAugust 2019 – December 2025 (US)
2019–2026 (Spain)
Model years2020–2026
PlatformFord C2
EnginesGasoline
1.5 L EcoBoost I3 turbo
2.0 L EcoBoost I4 turbo
Gasoline hybrid / plug-in hybrid
2.5 L iVCT Atkinson cycle I4
Electric motor88 kW permanent magnet synchronous
Transmissions8-speed 8FM SelectShift automatic
PowerSplit CVT
DrivetrainPower-split hybrid
Plug-in power-split hybrid
Battery1.1 kWh lithium-ion (hybrid)
14.4 kWh lithium-ion (plug-in hybrid)
15.1 kWh lithium-ion (plug-in hybrid, China)
Wheelbase2,710 mm
Length4,585 mm
Width1,882 mm
Height1,679 mm
Kerb weight(FHEV)
1,762 kg (PHEV)
AssemblyUnited States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant)
China: Chongqing (Changan Ford)
Spain: Valencia (Valencia Plant, Kuga)
Germany: Cologne (Cologne Body & Assembly, Vignale trim)
Taiwan: Chungli (FLH, Kuga)
DesignerAndrew Bazinski
Christopher Giroux, Nedzad Mujcinovic, Jordan Demkiw (facelift)
Ford Escape – Third generation2012–2019
Ford Escape – Third generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionApril 2012 – 2019
Model years2013–2019
PlatformFord C1
EnginesGasoline
1.5 L EcoBoost I4-T (2017 refresh)
1.6 L EcoBoost I4-T
2.0 L EcoBoost I4-T
2.5 L Duratec I4
Transmissions6-speed SelectShift 6F35 automatic
6-speed PowerShift 6DCT450 automatic
Wheelbase2,690 mm
Length4,524 mm
Width1,838 mm
Height1,702 mm
Kerb weight1,580–1,707 kg
AssemblyUnited States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant)
Spain: Valencia (FV, Kuga)
China: Chongqing (Changan Ford, Kuga)
Taiwan: Chungli (FLH, Kuga)
Russia: Yelabuga (FS, Kuga)
DesignerPatrick Verhee, Stefan Lamm, Andrea Di Buduo, Kemal Curic (2010)
Ford Escape – Second generation2007–2012
Ford Escape – Second generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionJanuary 2007 – April 2012
Model years2008–2012
PlatformFord CD2 platform
EnginesGasoline
2.3 L Duratec 23 I4
2.5 L Duratec 25 I4
3.0 L Duratec 30 V6
Gasoline Hybrid/Plug-in hybrid
2.5 L Atkinson cycle I4
Transmissions5-speed manual
4-speed CD4E automatic
6-speed 6F35 automatic
Hybrid: Planetary gear
Wheelbase2,619 mm
Length4,437 mm
Width1,806 mm
Height2008: 1,720 mm
2009–12 AWD: 1,722 mm
2009–12 FWD: 1,725 mm
AssemblyUnited States: Claycomo, Missouri (KCAP)
DesignerDoyle Letson (2004)
Ford Escape – First generation2000–2012
Ford Escape – First generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionApril 2000 – December 2006
2001–2012 (Asia-Pacific)
Model years2001–2007
PlatformFord CD2 platform
EnginesGasoline
2.0 L Zetec I4
2.3 L Duratec 23 I4
3.0 L Duratec 30 V6
Gasoline Hybrid
2.5 L Atkinson cycle I4
Transmissions5-speed G5M manual
4-speed CD4E automatic
4-speed GF4AX-EL automatic
Hybrid: planetary gear
Wheelbase2,619 mm
Length2001–04: 4,394 mm
2005–07: 4,442 mm
Width1,781 mm
Height2001–04: 1,755 mm
2005–07: 1,770 mm
Hybrid: 1,770 mm
Kerb weight2WD: 1,473 kg
4WD: 1,568 kg
AssemblyUnited States: Avon Lake, Ohio (OHAP); Claycomo, Missouri (KCAP)
Japan: Hōfu (Mazda)
Malaysia: Shah Alam (AMI)
Philippines: Santa Rosa, Laguna (Ford Philippines)
Taiwan: Zhongli (Ford Lio Ho)
Vietnam: Hai Duong (Ford Vietnam)
DesignerLaurens van den Acker (1997)

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2020–20261.5 L, 3 cyl8-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2020–20261.5 L, 3 cyl8-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2020–20262.0 L, 4 cyl8-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2020–20262.5 L, 4 cyl hybridCVT (continuously variable)Part-time four-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2020–2023, 2025–20262.5 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybridCVT (continuously variable)Front-wheel drivePetrol (regular) and electricity
2009–2012, 2020–20252.5 L, 4 cyl hybridCVT (continuously variable)Front-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20191.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20191.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20192.0 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2013–20192.0 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2009–20192.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20192.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
+24 more configurations

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighwayElectric range
2020–20261.5 L, 3 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive8.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km7.4–7.6 L/100 km–
2020–20261.5 L, 3 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive7.8 L/100 km8.4–8.7 L/100 km6.9–7.1 L/100 km–
2020–20262.0 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.0 L/100 km10.2–10.7 L/100 km7.6 L/100 km–
2020–20262.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Part-time four-wheel drive5.9–6.0 L/100 km5.5–5.6 L/100 km6.4–6.5 L/100 km–
2020–2023, 2025–20262.5 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Front-wheel drive5.7–5.9 L/100 km5.5–5.6 L/100 km6.2–6.4 L/100 km60 km
2009–2012, 2020–20252.5 L, 4 cyl hybrid · CVT (continuously variable) · Front-wheel drive5.7–7.4 L/100 km5.3–6.9 L/100 km6.4–7.8 L/100 km–
2017–20191.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.8 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km8.4 L/100 km–
2017–20191.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.0 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km7.8 L/100 km–
2013–20192.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.8–10.2 L/100 km11.2–11.8 L/100 km8.4–8.7 L/100 km–
2013–20192.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.4–9.8 L/100 km10.7–11.2 L/100 km8.1–8.4 L/100 km–
2009–20192.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.4–10.2 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km7.8–8.7 L/100 km–
2013–20161.6 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.4 L/100 km10.7 L/100 km8.1 L/100 km–
+22 more configurations

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

EU type-approval data

YearsPowertrainEngine
2012Petrol2500 cm³

Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classSmall SUV, SUV
Model years in EPA data2001–2026
PowertrainsPlug-in hybrid, Petrol, Hybrid, Flex-fuel
Engine displacement1.5–3.0 L
Cylinders3, 4, 6
Transmission typesCVT, Automatic, Manual
DriveFront-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Part-time four-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular) and electricity, Petrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
Configurations listed152
Forced inductionTurbocharged (on some versions)
Start-stop systemOn some versions
Electric motor (EPA)78 kW DCPM; 96 kW DCPM; 62 kW DCPM; 36 kW DCPM
Powertrains (EU)Petrol
Engine displacement (EU)2,500 cm³

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2001–2027
New registrations (EU)2003–2006, 2008–2024

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Engine and cooling95502013, 2017, 2018
Transmission and drivetrain47662010, 2013, 2014
Steering41302008, 2009, 2010
Electrical system26862010, 2013, 2014
Fuel and propulsion26222010, 2011, 2013
Speed control and cruise23642009, 2010, 2011
Body and structure22752004, 2005, 2020
Brakes17622002, 2006, 2008
Suspension12072003, 2004, 2005
Driver assistance6842015, 2016, 2020

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2001–2024: 28602 complaints, 812 with a crash and 533 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Ford Escape recall: Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraBack Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera · 2025-03-14Ford Escape recall: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panelElectrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel · 2024-11-08Ford Escape recall: Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise ControlForward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control · 2024-06-14Ford Escape recall: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panelElectrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel · 2023-07-21Ford Escape recall: Electrical System:propulsion System:traction BatteryElectrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery · 2021-11-10Ford Escape recall: Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge And AttachmentsStructure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge And Attachments · 2025-12-02

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