2007 Ford Escape vs 2007 Toyota RAV4
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 | 2007 Ford Escape | 2007 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 254 | 1,003 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 309 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 37 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–30 | 21–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 74,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 15 | 271 |
| Engine | 25 | 195 |
| Suspension | 19 | 125 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 | 101 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 99 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 76 |
| Power Train | 44 | 53 |
| Service Brakes | 30 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 34 |
| Rust / corrosion | 19 | 37 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 138 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 29 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 96 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 29 |
2007 Ford Escape
2007 Toyota RAV4
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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.