2011 Ford Escape vs 2011 Ford Explorer
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 Ford Escape | 2011 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,313 | 1,195 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 78 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 3/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–32 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 57,006 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 407 | 740 |
| Power Train | 268 | 64 |
| Engine | 248 | 83 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 253 | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 245 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 95 |
| Structure | 42 | 110 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 169 | 116 |
| Stalling | 151 | 41 |
| Check engine light | 83 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 77 | 178 |
| Hesitation / surging | 65 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 49 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 15 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
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.