2014 Buick Encore vs 2014 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 | 2014 Buick Encore | 2014 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 60 | 2,073 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,568 | 146 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 103 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 24–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,505 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 719 |
| Power Train | 9 | 479 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 211 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 186 |
| Steering | 2 | 151 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 120 |
| Structure | 0 | 84 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 65 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 9 | 186 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 67 |
| Stalling | 6 | 236 |
| Overheating | 5 | 331 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 94 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 56 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 50 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 35 |
2014 Buick Encore
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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.