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2018 Ford Escape problems by component

1,755 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Ford Escape, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.

ComponentComplaints
Engine1,116
Engine and Engine Cooling339
Power Train265
Electrical System53
Fuel/propulsion System42
Steering32
Service Brakes24
Vehicle Speed Control22
Wheels22
Structure19
Exterior Lighting11
Fuel System, Gasoline11
Suspension11
Air Bags9
Seat Belts9
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Visibility/wiper7
Back Over Prevention6
Lane Departure6
Visibility6
Latches/locks/linkages5
Electronic Stability Control (esc)3
Equipment3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Tires2
Firerelated1
Parking Brake1
Seats1
Traction Control System1

Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.