The 2024 Ford Escape has a moderate safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 65 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V4400002024-14-06

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Escape two-wheel drive vehicles equipped with adaptive cruise control. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.

Misalignment of the radar module can result in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) misclassifying an overhead object as an object in the vehicle's path, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly slow and/or stop. Other safety systems that depend on the radar model (Pre-Collision Assist, Forward Collision Warning, and Auto Emergency Braking) could have diminished or lost function. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.

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24V8500002024-08-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Escape vehicles. The passenger side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

During air bag deployment, the air bag cover may break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

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25V3720002025-03-06

ENGINE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 65 owners have filed complaints about the 2024 Ford Escape. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine6

02Electrical System6

03Electrical System,lane Departure,back Over Prevention5

04Electrical System,lane Departure,forward Collision Avoidance4

05Unknown Or Other4

65 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Escape Fuel Economy

26–39mpg combined

23-42city

31-36hwy

$1,100-$1,700/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2024 Ford Escape returns 26–39 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Escape AWD HEV - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

39mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

42 city36 hwy~$1,100/yr7/10 Clean

Escape FWD HEV - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

39mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

42 city36 hwy~$1,100/yr7/10 Clean

Escape FWD - Automatic 8-spd

30mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city34 hwy~$1,450/yr6/10 Average

Escape AWD - Automatic 8-spd

28mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

26 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average

Escape AWD - Automatic 8-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

23 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2024 Ford Escape

38States

26%in top 3

11% of the market sits in Michigan, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

MIMichigan

1,82111%

TXTexas

1,4159%

FLFlorida

1,1057%

PAPennsylvania

1,0526%

MOMissouri

9176%

ILIllinois

8625%

OHOhio

6964%

DEDelaware

6144%

MNMinnesota

4773%

CACalifornia

4403%

GAGeorgia

4323%

NCNorth Carolina

4183%

INIndiana

4082%

NYNew York

3922%

DCWashington DC

3532%

MDMaryland

3362%

AZArizona

3152%

TNTennessee

3152%

NJNew Jersey

2892%

KY279

NH276

CO275

WI267

OK234

WA208

OR174

NV140

UT138

IA133

NE131

AL129

VA127

ME126

MA124

RI117

KS104

NM92

ID85

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2024.

2024 Ford Escape Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2024 Ford Escape a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2024 Ford Escape. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2024 Ford Escape?

NHTSA shows 3 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Escape. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2024 Ford Escape?

You'll get between 26 and 39 MPG combined from the 2024 Ford Escape, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2024 Ford Escape?

ENGINE problems top the list with 65 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.