2020 Buick Encore vs 2020 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 | 2020 Buick Encore | 2020 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 1,595 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 23 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 653 | 272 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | 26–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 46,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Encore | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 0 | 670 |
| Power Train | 4 | 236 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 157 |
| Engine | 7 | 120 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 118 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 75 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 66 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 54 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 61 |
| Stalling | 0 | 43 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 37 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 33 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 26 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 25 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Overheating | 0 | 10 |
2020 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.