2022 Ford Escape Phev Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Escape Phev years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Escape Phev. That is the most of any Escape Phev model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (36 complaints, 46%), typically at around 3,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 79owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Ford Escape Phev 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 | 36 | 46% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 24 | 30% | 10,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 11 | 14% | 1,550 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 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 Phev recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. This recall expands previous recall numbers 24V954 and 25V489. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V954 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 18, 2025.
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.
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 safety recall remedy, 25SC4, has permanently degraded my vehicle's advertised electric range and usable battery capacity, constituting a loss of vehicle value. A formal case has been opened with Ford Motor Company: CXH-09567043-Y8H5L7
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V789000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…
this recall has been in effect for nearly 1 year & puts my car @ risk but also doesn't allow me to charge beyond 80%, greatly effecting fuel efficiency. Ford has failed to address the issue in a timely manner or offered any compensation for my additional fuel consumption or offered a realistic…
The incident occurred while my 2008 Allegro Bus was towing my 2022 Ford Escape PHEV. Incident occurred on Sunday, 21 Jun 2026 about a mile from my home. I had just started a left hand turn and was in the intersection when I felt a thump-thump at the back of the coach. I did a quick inspection and…
My PHEV car randomly and suddenly has loss of propulsion creating a safety hazard in traffic. It seems to occur at low speeds, sometimes from waiting in line at an intersection. This fault produces a solid red battery warning light, but no additional safety warnings, nor an error code for…
Other Ford Escape Phev years
← 2021 Escape Phev · 2023 Escape Phev →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escape Phev | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Escape Phev | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 Escape Phev | 8 | 2 |
| 2023 Escape Phev | 13 | 2 |
| 2022 | 79 | 2 |
| 2021 Escape Phev | 22 | 1 |
| 2020 Escape Phev | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Escape Phev?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 36 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Ford Escape Phev?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 Ford Escape Phev a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Escape Phev model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.