2013 Ford Escape vs 2013 Lincoln MKX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Ford Escape | 2013 Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 2,742 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 18 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 155 | 63 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 49 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 89 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,069 mi | 59,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,263 | 15 |
| Power Train | 399 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 339 | 30 |
| Steering | 302 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 246 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 174 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 63 | 60 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 92 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 602 | 15 |
| Overheating | 496 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 281 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 132 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 117 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 67 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 58 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 42 | 0 |
2013 Ford Escape
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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.