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2024 FORD ESCAPE Safety Overview

The 2024 FORD ESCAPE has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 8 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

2024 FORD ESCAPE 25V372000

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.

Reported: 6/3/2025
2024 FORD ESCAPE 25V343000

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.

Reported: 5/23/2025
2024 FORD ESCAPE 25V315000

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.

NHTSA Recall 25V315000: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/9/2025
2024 FORD ESCAPE 24V954000

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.

Reported: 12/20/2024
2024 FORD ESCAPE 24V850000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Escape vehicles.

During air bag deployment, the air bag cover may break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V850000: During air bag deployment, the air bag cover may break and project... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/8/2024
2024 FORD ESCAPE 24V852000

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.

Reported: 11/8/2024
2024 FORD ESCAPE 24V634000

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.

Reported: 8/23/2024
2024 FORD ESCAPE 24V440000

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.

Reported: 6/14/2024

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.