Ford Escape Phev Problems by Year
Ford Escape Phev years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Escape Phev year: 2021, 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 Escape Phev: 79 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2021 Escape Phev: 22 complaints, 1 recall
- 2023 Escape Phev: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2020 Escape Phev: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2026 Escape Phev: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2025 Escape Phev: 4 complaints, 1 recall
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 Phev problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 46 | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 15 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford Escape Phev model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escape Phev | 1 | 1 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | |
| 2025 Escape Phev | 4 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2024 Escape Phev | 8 | 2 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2023 Escape Phev | 13 | 2 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 Escape Phev | 79 | 2 | 5★ | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 Escape Phev | 22 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Escape Phev | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Escape Phev years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (22), 2022 (79), 2023 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Escape Phev year. 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 Phev?
Electrical System, with 50 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford Escape Phev have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.