2018 Buick Encore vs 2018 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 | 2018 Buick Encore | 2018 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 74 | 1,791 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 897 | 173 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–30 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 20,000 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 1,145 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 342 |
| Power Train | 10 | 269 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 53 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 42 |
| Steering | 6 | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 16 | 556 |
| Stalling | 7 | 157 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 83 |
| Overheating | 0 | 474 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 352 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 129 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 56 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 21 |
2018 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.