Does the 2023 Ford Escape have any recalls?

The 2023 Ford Escape has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with engine.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2023 Ford Escape?

142 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Ford Escape.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 Ford Escape?

There are 174 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Ford Escape.

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The 2023 Ford Escape service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

ST-Line Sport Utility 4-Door
ST-Line Elite Sport Utility 4-Door
Active Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
ST-Line Elite Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
ST-Line Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Platinum Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
Active Sport Utility 4-Door
Plug-In Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
ST-Line Select Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
ST-Line Select Sport Utility 4-Door
Platinum Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.5L 2488CC 152Cu. In. l4 FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV) DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1.5L 1497CC 91Cu. In. l3 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
2.0L 1999CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
2.5L 2488CC 152Cu. In. l4 PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV) DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2023 Ford Escape Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #23V38000026/05/2023Component: ENGINE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engi

Consequence

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear une

NHTSA #23V50600021/07/2023Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Escape, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, Super Duty F-450, and Super Duty F-550 vehicles equipped with a digital instrument p

Consequence

An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedo

Remedy

Dealers will replace the module or instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner n

NHTSA #22V85900018/11/2022Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components

Remedy

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection an

NHTSA #24V44000014/06/2024Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Escape two-wheel drive vehicles equipped with adaptive cruise control. The cruise control radar module was misaligned duri

Consequence

Misalignment of the radar module can result in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) misclassi

Remedy

Dealers will adjust the angle of the radar module, free of charge. Owner notification let

TSB #11032924

2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026 Mustang/Ranger/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger wastegate control actuator

TSB #11032758

Some 2023-2026 Escape vehicles equipped with an 8F35 transmission may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0767, P0766 and/or P2703 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) and ha

TSB #11032746

This bulletin supersedes 25-2346. Reason for update: add Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles and add labor operations to repair the rear right/left carpet area. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition w

TSB #11032566

Some 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles equipped with an 8F35 transmission may exhibit a shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h), with no relevant diagnostic troubl

TSB #11031780

Customer Satisfaction Program 23B64 Certain 2020-2024 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Equipped with High Voltage Batteries Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) Software Update

TSB #11031650

25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens

TSB #11031649

25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens

TSB #11031619

This bulletin supersedes 25-2627. Reason for update: To add a Step to reprogram the all-wheel drive (AWD) module for Bronco Sport vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions

Showing the 8 most recent of 174 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20260501Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported

While pulling into a residential parking space at low speed, the vehicle (2023 Ford Escape) suddenly accelerated unexpectedly without additional throttle input. The acceleration wa

20260501Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

While pulling into a residential parking space at low speed, the vehicle (2023 Ford Escape) suddenly accelerated unexpectedly without additional throttle input. The acceleration wa

20260501Component: VISIBILITY/WIPERCrash reported

While pulling into a residential parking space at low speed, the vehicle (2023 Ford Escape) suddenly accelerated unexpectedly without additional throttle input. The acceleration wa

20260126Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

i found the brake pedal too high.i was involved in a very low speed crash. i found my right foot caught between the accelerator and break peddle .unable to stop in time. am chec

Showing the 4 most serious of 142 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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