2023 FORD ESCAPE Safety Overview
The 2023 FORD ESCAPE has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 11 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Engine
- Electrical system
- Back over prevention:software
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an oil leak can result in loss of drive power, 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 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles.
An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, 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 25V372000: An oil leak can result in 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 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023...
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 25V343000: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire. 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 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025...
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
A safety recall has been issued concerning back over prevention:software. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. If ignored, afrozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
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.
A safety recall has been issued concerning equipment:other:labels. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. If ignored, 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.. To fix this, ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Musta...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 24V634000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Escape two-wheel drive vehicles equipped...
Misalignment of the radar module can result in the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) misclassifying an overhead object as an object in the vehicle's path, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly slow and/or stop. Other safety systems that depend on the radar model (Pre-Collision Assist, Forward Collision Warning, and Auto Emergency Braking) could have diminished or lost function. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 24V440000: Misalignment of the radar module can result in the Adaptive Cruise Control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Escape, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, S...
An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 23V506000: An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information... 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.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.