Ford Escape Recalls by Year
NHTSA lists 153 recall campaigns for the Ford Escape across model years 2011 to 2025. The 2020 has the most, with 24. Pick a year to see each campaign, the risk and the fix. To check one car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Ford Escape recalls by model year
Source: NHTSA recall data, checked November 1, 2026.Not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford.
Ford Escape recalls: common questions
Which Ford Escape year has the most recalls?
Of the model years we cover (2011 to 2025), NHTSA lists the most campaigns for the 2020 Ford Escape: 24 campaigns. A higher count does not by itself make a model year worse; some campaigns cover a small batch of cars.
How many recalls has the Ford Escape had?
NHTSA lists 153 campaigns across model years 2011 to 2025, as of November 1, 2026. A campaign that covers several model years is counted once for each year.
How do I check my Ford Escape for open recalls?
Enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's recall page. That shows the recalls still unrepaired on that one car. The lists here are for whole model years.
Do any Ford Escape recalls say not to drive the car?
Yes. NHTSA flags at least one campaign with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for these model years: 2013. Open the year to see which campaign it is, and check your VIN.