2021 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid
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 | 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid | 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 120 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 14 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,151 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape Hybrid | Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 35 | 3 |
| Structure | 32 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 11 |
| Power Train | 12 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
2023 Ford Escape Hybrid
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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.