The 2025 Ford Escape's low safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

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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25V1610002025-14-03

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Escape vehicles. The rearview camera may incorrectly display an inverted image when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or 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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25V8290002025-01-12

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles. The liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Ford Escape Fuel Economy

26–40mpg combined

23-42city

31-37hwy

$1,100-$1,700/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2025 Ford Escape ranges from 26 to 40 MPG combined. That's a 14 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Escape FWD PHEV - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

40mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

42 city37 hwy~$1,100/yr9/10 Clean

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 2025 Ford Escape

38States

26%in top 3

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 38 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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 2025.

2025 Ford Escape: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2025 Ford Escape a good car to buy?

The 2025 Ford Escape has its strengths and its watch-outs. 4 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2025 Ford Escape?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2025 Ford Escape?

Depending on configuration, the 2025 Ford Escape delivers 26–40 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

How does the 2025 compare to other Ford Escape years?

Each Ford Escape model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Escape overview page.