2020 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid | 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 288 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 23 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,859 mi | 37,151 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape Hybrid | Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 105 | 32 |
| Engine | 64 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 22 |
| Power Train | 30 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 12 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 5 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
2020 Ford Escape Hybrid
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
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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.