2011 Ford Escape vs 2012 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 Ford Escape | 2012 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,313 | 598 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 43 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–32 | 20–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 57,006 mi | 59,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 407 | 137 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 253 | 137 |
| Power Train | 268 | 66 |
| Engine | 248 | 72 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 245 | 69 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 42 |
| Structure | 42 | 67 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 33 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 169 | 30 |
| Stalling | 151 | 66 |
| Check engine light | 83 | 19 |
| Steering problems | 77 | 28 |
| Hesitation / surging | 65 | 38 |
| Vibration / shaking | 49 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 38 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
2011 Ford Escape
2012 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.