2023 Ford Escape forward collision avoidance problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2023 Ford Escape — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Accessory protocol interface module went out screen went dark. No recall on my vin but should be. Problem appeared 12/26/2025 and has been inspected by Peach State Ford.”
filed Jan 2, 2026
“Recall Action Soon Issue Since 03-14-2025 Drivers side seat buckle replacement For More Information Telematics Generated Issue Recall Action Soon Issue Since 11-08-2024 Inspect front door check-arm reinforcement spot welds For More Information”
filed Jul 19, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Cruise control radar module was misaligned during productionCampaign 24V440000 · Jun 14, 2024
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Escape years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Escape | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 Escape | 19 | 25% |
| 2022 Escape | 6 | 3% |
| 2021 Escape | 7 | 2% |
| 2020 Escape | 61 | 4% |
| 2019 Escape | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 Escape | 7 | 0% |
| 2015 Escape | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Escape | 2 | 0% |
| 2010 Escape | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 Escape | 2 | 0% |
| 2008 Escape | 2 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Ford Escape
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.