2020 FORD ESCAPE Safety Overview
The 2020 FORD ESCAPE has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 23 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
- Back over prevention:software
- Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD ESCAPE owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and L...
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 26V117000: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Linco...
An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 26V123000: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles.
A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V829000: A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-20...
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 25V685000: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape vehicles.
Reduced brake function can require the driver to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V693000: Reduced brake function can require the driver to apply more brake pedal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicl...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 25V467000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Ed...
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V442000: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023...
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 25V345000: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicl...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 25V165000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsa...
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 24V954000: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Esc...
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 24V852000: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-202...
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 24V330000: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-202...
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 23V380000: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicl...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 22V859000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2...
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 22V484000: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equi...
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 22V331000: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicl...
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 22V191000: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Esc...
If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V011000: If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with a key-start ign...
Low tire pressure may lead to poor vehicle handling and a possible loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V635000: Low tire pressure may lead to poor vehicle handling and a possible loss of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explo...
Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V575000: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX an...
Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
NHTSA Recall 20V550000: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles.
In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 20V415000: In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450,...
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 19V633000: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.