2015 Ford Escape vs 2017 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 | 2015 Ford Escape | 2017 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,049 | 2,649 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 128 | 249 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 19 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,000 mi | 70,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 236 | 1,543 |
| Power Train | 284 | 386 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 505 |
| Electrical System | 130 | 154 |
| Steering | 79 | 49 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 50 | 71 |
| Back Over Prevention | 111 | 5 |
| Wheels | 25 | 76 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 93 | 209 |
| Check engine light | 80 | 856 |
| Overheating | 74 | 599 |
| Hesitation / surging | 37 | 101 |
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 190 |
| Loss of power | 30 | 100 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 21 | 446 |
| Steering problems | 13 | 0 |
2015 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.