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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2005 Ford Escape Hybrid2007 Ford Escape Hybrid
NHTSA complaints178124
Recall campaigns00
Service bulletins (TSBs)256
Investigations22
Crash reports41
Fire reports01
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)27–2927–30
Median reported incident mileage103,500 mi91,758 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord Escape HybridFord Escape Hybrid
Service Brakes3931
Engine1727
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2015
Electrical System1619
Steering2112
Suspension302
Structure241
Power Train813

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion350
Brake problems1815
Stalling1615
Steering problems116
Clunking / rattling70
Hesitation / surging60
Vibration / shaking60
Overheating65
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid
2007 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.