2011 Ford Escape Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Escape Hybrid years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 10th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. That ranks 10th out of 15 Escape Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (14 complaints, 38%), typically at around 84,763 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 37owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 14 | 38% | 84,763 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 22% | 46,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 14% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 11% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 11% | 107,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 8% | 102,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 60,544 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 25,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Loss of power steering while driving (DP15001) — opened Apr 1, 2015, closed Jun 14, 2018.
- Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction (DP12006) — opened Oct 2, 2012, closed Feb 21, 2013.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The steering wheel locked in one position i pulled over shut off the car restarted and the steering wheel started working again. Is their a recall on my 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid with this problem. This scared me to death I got lucky and the road was straight and I was able to stop the car. [XXX]…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, while attempting to stop the vehicle the brake pedal extended to the floorboard, causing the stopping distance to be extended. The…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while 65 MPH on the freeway, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the power steering assist failed to operate. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering functionality…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle experienced electrical power steering failure. The check engine and brake system light warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring for…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a loss of electric power steering assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and…
Other Ford Escape Hybrid years
← 2010 Escape Hybrid · 2012 Escape Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Escape Hybrid | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Escape Hybrid | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 Escape Hybrid | 24 | 0 |
| 2022 Escape Hybrid | 68 | 0 |
| 2021 Escape Hybrid | 124 | 1 |
| 2020 Escape Hybrid | 288 | 1 |
| 2013 Escape Hybrid | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 Escape Hybrid | 15 | 0 |
| 2011 | 37 | 0 |
| 2010 Escape Hybrid | 59 | 0 |
| 2009 Escape Hybrid | 153 | 0 |
| 2008 Escape Hybrid | 443 | 0 |
| 2007 Escape Hybrid | 124 | 0 |
| 2006 Escape Hybrid | 219 | 0 |
| 2005 Escape Hybrid | 178 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?
Owners most often report steering, vehicle speed control, power train problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Escape Hybrid model years, the 2011 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.