2022 Ford Escape problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 377 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Ford Escape, filed between 2022-05-09 and 2026-09-16. The most common problem areas are the engine (102, 27%), fuel system, gasoline (62, 16%) and electrical system (52, 14%). Owners reported 11 crashes, 6 fires and 11 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 21 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Ford Escape complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 102 | 27% | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 62 | 16% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 52 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 47 | 12% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 47 | 12% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 39 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 8% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 32 | 8% | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 3% | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 3% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 9 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 2% | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 102 complaints
- 102 complaints of 377 (27%) name the engine.
- 16 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 1 crash and 6 fires in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Ford Escape; the latest, campaign 25V345000, says: “In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly…”
Fuel system, gasoline: 62 complaints
- 62 complaints of 377 (16%) name the fuel system, gasoline.
- 5 of them also name the back over prevention; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Ford Escape; the latest, campaign 25V467000, says: “A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.”
Electrical system: 52 complaints
- 52 complaints of 377 (14%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 10 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Ford Escape; the latest, campaign 26V091000, says: “A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.”
Power train: 47 complaints
- 47 complaints of 377 (12%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 15 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Ford Escape; the latest, campaign 25V133000, says: “The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.”
Service brakes: 47 complaints
- 47 complaints of 377 (12%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2022 Ford Escape; the recall, campaign 21V922000, says: “The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 32 complaints
- 32 complaints of 377 (8%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 16 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Ford Escape covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 91 |
| 2024 | 91 |
| 2025 | 95 |
| 2026 | 79 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ESCAPE, ESCAPE HEV, ESCAPE PHEV, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Ford Escape recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Escape?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Ford Escape's most common problem areas are the engine (102 of 377 complaints), fuel system, gasoline (62 of 377 complaints) and electrical system (52 of 377 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Ford Escape have?
NHTSA has 377 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Ford Escape, including 11 reported crashes and 6 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Ford Escape's problems?
NHTSA lists 21 recalls for the 2022 Ford Escape; 5 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.