2011 Ford Escape vs 2011 Honda Pilot
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Ford Escape | 2011 Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,316 | 293 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 77 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–32 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,011 mi | 48,113 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 409 | 34 |
| Power Train | 268 | 21 |
| Engine | 248 | 31 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 253 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 245 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 68 |
| Suspension | 32 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 170 | 0 |
| Stalling | 151 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 83 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 77 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 65 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 49 | 45 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 8 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
2011 Ford Escape
2011 Honda Pilot
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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.