Ford Escape HEV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 64 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ford Escape HEV, across 3 model years (2005–2007). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (37). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Ford Escape HEV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Escape HEV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 Escape HEV: 37 complaints, 1 recall
- 2007 Escape HEV: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 Escape HEV: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford Escape HEV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford Escape HEV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Escape HEV | 15 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2006 Escape HEV | 37 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2005 Escape HEV | 12 | 0 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Escape HEV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (37), 2007 (15), 2005 (12). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford Escape HEV?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 18 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford Escape HEV have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.