2011 Dodge Nitro vs 2011 Ford Escape
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 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 122 | 1,313 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 49 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 3/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 57,006 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Nitro | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | 407 |
| Power Train | 16 | 268 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 253 |
| Engine | 16 | 248 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 245 |
| Electrical System | 54 | 116 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 26 |
| Structure | 3 | 42 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 151 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 169 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 83 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 77 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 65 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 49 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 27 |
2011 Dodge Nitro
2011 Ford Escape
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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.