2005 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid | 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 178 | 219 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 6 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 27–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 103,500 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape Hybrid | Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 39 | 57 |
| Engine | 17 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 36 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 27 |
| Steering | 21 | 24 |
| Suspension | 30 | 7 |
| Structure | 24 | 8 |
| Power Train | 8 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 35 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 18 | 26 |
| Stalling | 16 | 30 |
| Steering problems | 11 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 6 |
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid
2006 Ford Escape Hybrid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.