2015 Ford Escape
Common Problems
Ranked from 421 federal NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Backup Camera Recall Non-Resolution
140complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe backup camera recall remains unresolved despite multiple notifications and attempts to repair.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
- 2
Engine Overheating
114complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine overheats due to coolant leakage, leading to a significant drop in coolant level.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V011000
- 4
Steering Assist Fault
43complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering assist system malfunctions, making the steering wheel harder to control and potentially leading to difficulty in maneuvering.
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Backup Camera Malfunction
20complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe backup camera intermittently fails to display an image or shows a black screen, posing a safety hazard.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
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Engine Misfire Due to Coolant Intrusion
17complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine misfires and overheats due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders, requiring a complete engine replacement.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V011000
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Rearview Camera Malfunction
16complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently fails to display properly or becomes inoperative, obstructing the driver's visibility.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
- 8
Power Train Issues
13complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe power train experiences frequent failures, including loss of power and malfunctioning gear indicators.
Related recalls: 22V254000, 22V413000
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Coolant Leak
8complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe engine experiences a coolant leak, leading to a significant drop in coolant level and potential engine damage.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Engine Misfire
4complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine misfires and dies upon starting, often due to coolant intrusion or other mechanical issues.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V011000
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Steering System Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering wheel becomes stiff and difficult to turn, often accompanied by a 'Steering Assist Fault' warning.
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Air Bag Deployment Failure
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe air bags fail to deploy during a collision, potentially leading to injury or death.
Related recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
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Back-Over Prevention Camera Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe back-over prevention camera malfunctions, displaying a dark or blue screen during reverse.
Related recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
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Check Engine Light Illumination Due to Evaporative Emissions Purge Valve Failure
2complaintsLow severityElectricalThe check engine light illuminates due to a failure of the evaporative emissions purge valve.
$100–$600est. evap system repair · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
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Electrical Fuse Failure
2complaintsLow severityElectricalInterior lights and other electrical components fail due to blown fuses, sometimes occurring multiple times.
Related recalls: 15V406000, 15V436000, 26V011000
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Powertrain Issues Leading to Jerking and Vibrating
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences jerking and vibrating while accelerating, often due to powertrain issues.
Related recalls: 22V254000, 22V413000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.