2016 Ford Escape vs 2017 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Ford Escape | 2017 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,115 | 2,678 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 176 | 248 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 70,509 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 199 | 1,564 |
| Power Train | 320 | 390 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 507 |
| Electrical System | 92 | 156 |
| Back Over Prevention | 206 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 61 | 72 |
| Steering | 73 | 49 |
| Wheels | 32 | 76 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 96 | 863 |
| Stalling | 75 | 209 |
| Overheating | 69 | 608 |
| Vibration / shaking | 47 | 192 |
| Hesitation / surging | 41 | 101 |
| Loss of power | 34 | 103 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 28 | 450 |
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 0 |
2016 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.