2022 Ford Escape Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Escape Hybrid years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. That ranks 8th out of 15 Escape Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (34 complaints, 50%), typically at around 55,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 68owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 34 | 50% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 18% | 36,898 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 10 | 15% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 10% | 45,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 7% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 6% | 108,449 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | 180,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
"While driving my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid, the vehicle suffered an abrupt powertrain failure. A wrench icon and check engine light illuminated on the dashboard, and the vehicle immediately dropped into a low-speed mode that severely limited my throttle control on the road. I was unable to drive…
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and a code for ABS Internal Module Failure was displayed. The contact was…
On 20 July 2026, my 2022 Ford Escape HEV caught fire in the engine compartment while parked. The vehicle is likely a total loss (insurance pending). On-site emergency personnel responded within minutes of the fire and the local fire department was on scene within 5 minutes of the 911 call. They…
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V104000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the message " Trailer Brake Module…
The contact owned 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 65 MPH uphill, another vehicle attempting to make a left turn in front of the vehicle crashed into the vehicle. The contact stated that several air bags deployed inside the vehicle; however, the steering wheel…
Other Ford Escape Hybrid years
← 2021 Escape Hybrid · 2023 Escape Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Escape Hybrid | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Escape Hybrid | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 Escape Hybrid | 24 | 0 |
| 2022 | 68 | 0 |
| 2021 Escape Hybrid | 124 | 1 |
| 2020 Escape Hybrid | 288 | 1 |
| 2013 Escape Hybrid | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 Escape Hybrid | 15 | 0 |
| 2011 Escape Hybrid | 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 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
Owners most often report engine, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 34 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2022 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 2022 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.