Ford Escape Hybrid

Ford Escape Hybrid
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The Ford Escape Hybrid is a four-cylinder MPV powered by a 2.3-litre petrol engine. It has been subject to 104 recalls in the United States according to NHTSA records.

Technical data
ManufacturerFord
Body typeMPV
FuelPetrol
Displacement2,300 cc
Cylinders4
DrivetrainFront-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)8.1 l/100 km
Model years (US)2005

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Ford Escape Hybrid (from registration data). 3 variants.

Engine variants for Ford Escape Hybrid
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.6 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“220 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.0 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“221 km/hโ€“โ€“
3.0 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“188 km/hโ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Other Ford models

Similar MPV models

Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 3 complaints for the Ford Escape Hybrid, most often about seat belts, unknown or other, structure. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).

Recalls & safety

1 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Ford Escape Hybrid. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICALUS ยท NHTSAModel year 2021

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The engine crankshaft may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the crankshaft and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed March 2, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S10.

    NHTSA campaign 22V109000 ยท reported 24/02/2022

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.