2012 Ford Escape vs 2013 Ford Escape
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 | 2012 Ford Escape | 2013 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 598 | 2,749 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 18 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 43 | 155 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 37 | 49 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 90 |
| NCAP overall rating | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–32 | 24–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,600 mi | 76,218 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 72 | 1,265 |
| Power Train | 66 | 401 |
| Steering | 137 | 302 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 137 | 246 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 339 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 175 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 69 | 92 |
| Structure | 67 | 87 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 66 | 604 |
| Hesitation / surging | 38 | 117 |
| Rust / corrosion | 38 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 30 | 133 |
| Steering problems | 28 | 58 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 281 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 67 |
| Overheating | 0 | 497 |
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.