2021 Ford Escape: recalls and problems
21 recalls and 376 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure.
Most common problems
What owners report
Description of defect & safety risk: complete structural failure and collapse of the entire 3-part powertrain mounting system (right engine mount, left automatic transmission mount and rear lower engine torque strut mount). the severe defect was discovered at a mere 27,000 original miles by a certified independent technician fount the broken motor mounts during inspection, and i confirmed experiencing excessive, vi
The front windshield wiper motor in my vehicle may become non-functional or operate sporadically, according to the recall notification dated march 3, 2026. presently, necessary replacement components are not in stock. since the windshield wiper system is essential for maintaining driver visibility during rain and challenging weather conditions, this safety-critical component warrants immediate attention. the recall s
The contact owns a 2021 ford escape. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 26v117000 (visibility); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact stated that the front windshield wipers failed to operate properly. the dealer was made aware of the failure but conf
My vehicle has experienced repeated transmission failures requiring major repairs. during diagnosis, the dealership reported excessive transmission material and missing friction material inside the transmission for second time. this is now the second transmission repair on the vehicle. before repair, the vehicle would unexpectedly lunge forward and accelerate super-fast. the sudden fast acceleration and loss of vehic
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Escape SUV AWD | ||||
| 2021 Ford Escape SUV FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering ESCAPE, ESCAPE HEV, ESCAPE PHEV, ESCAPE HYBRID. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.