2011 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2011 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 446 | 1,313 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,671 | 49 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 57,006 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 407 |
| Power Train | 5 | 268 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 253 |
| Engine | 11 | 248 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 245 |
| Air Bags | 185 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 116 |
| Structure | 81 | 42 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 49 |
| Stalling | 5 | 151 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 83 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 169 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 77 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 65 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 27 |
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.