2016 Ford Escape vs 2018 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 | 2016 Ford Escape | 2018 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,072 | 1,755 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 176 | 173 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 33 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 195 | 1,116 |
| Power Train | 319 | 265 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 339 |
| Back Over Prevention | 174 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 88 | 53 |
| Steering | 73 | 32 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 61 | 42 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 95 | 546 |
| Stalling | 75 | 150 |
| Overheating | 68 | 466 |
| Vibration / shaking | 46 | 126 |
| Hesitation / surging | 40 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 34 | 81 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 28 | 341 |
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 20 |
2016 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.