2013 Ford Escape vs 2013 Toyota Highlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Ford Escape | 2013 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 2,749 | 207 |
| Recall campaigns | 18 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 155 | 369 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 49 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 90 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 19–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,218 mi | 38,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,265 | 32 |
| Power Train | 401 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 339 | 26 |
| Steering | 302 | 46 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 246 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 175 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 92 | 31 |
| Structure | 87 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 604 | 12 |
| Overheating | 497 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 281 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 133 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 117 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 67 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 58 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 42 | 0 |
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Toyota Highlander
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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.