2021 Ford Escape Hybrid power train problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was parked on the side of the road and was later towed to the local dealer. The…”
filed Jul 30, 2026
“I own a 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid SEL, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle currently has approximately 104,708 miles. The vehicle has developed a shuddering, vibration, and chatter condition during low-speed turns, parking maneuvers, backing up, and other tight turning situations. The condition is most noticeable…”
filed Jun 4, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This article supersedes TSB 23-2244 to add 2024 model year. Some 2020-2024 Escape hybrid vehicles equipped with a 2.5L (FHEV) full hybrid electric vehicle powertrain and 4-wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit a grinding or…
TSB 24-2078 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 19, 2024Some 2020-2023 Escape hybrid vehicles equipped with a 2.5L (FHEV) full hybrid electric vehicle powertrain and 4-wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit a grinding or rubbing noise while braking at or below 10 mph (16 km/h) from…
TSB 23-2244 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 2, 2023
Power Train problems in other Escape Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Escape Hybrid | 1 | 5% |
| 2022 Escape Hybrid | 4 | 6% |
| 2020 Escape Hybrid | 29 | 10% |
| 2011 Escape Hybrid | 5 | 14% |
| 2010 Escape Hybrid | 5 | 8% |
| 2009 Escape Hybrid | 15 | 10% |
| 2008 Escape Hybrid | 43 | 10% |
| 2007 Escape Hybrid | 13 | 10% |
| 2006 Escape Hybrid | 18 | 8% |
| 2005 Escape Hybrid | 8 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.