2006 Ford Escape HEV Problems
- Complaints
- 37filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 68,646miles, 36 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Ford Escape HEV (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2006 Ford Escape HEV. The part named most often is brakes, with 18 complaints (49% of the total), followed by electrical system (9) and steering (4). 36 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 68,646 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 6 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes18 49%
- Electrical system9 24%
- Steering4 11%
- Suspension3 8.1%
- Engine2 5.4%
- Engine cooling2 5.4%
- Other or unknown1 2.7%
- Body and structure1 2.7%
Also reported: Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “While driving, the ABS comes on and the brakes basically are unresponsive. I had to slam on the brakes just to get the car to slow down. Luckily I wasn't going any faster or there might have been a very serious accident. I took the car to midas, and they fixed a few things related to braking and said that the car would be fine now, but just a few days later the same issue happened again.”
NHTSA complaint #10467533, filed 2012-07, 70,000 milesElectrical system: “I was driving on the 495 beltway (approx 55mph) in the right lane when suddenly my car lost power and the fail safe message appeared saying stop the car immediately. Fortunately, I was able to take a nearby exit off the beltway without injuring myself or someone behind me and causing a multiple car collision. A red triangle icon appeared on the dashboard including other lights and messages since the car had no power. I did have the car heater on due to winter temperatures. …”
NHTSA complaint #10692795, filed 2015-03, 111,000 milesSteering: “My son and I were leaving a parking lot when suddenly and without warning the power steering went out. I got a warning chime and the wrench light came on with the message service pwr steering on the dash. Luckily (I thought) I was near a auto parts place so I slowly drove there. I pulled in, took out the manual and realized that there is no power steering fluid reservoir to check or fill (as would have been my quick solution to the problem). Driving was slow and potentially dangerous due to inability to turn (at speed). The vehicle was initially purchased for my mom, who was 75 at the time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11210515, filed 2019-05, 235,649 milesSuspension: “I was driving my Ford escape and I started to hear a banging noise come from my right rear tire. To later find out that it is my strut tower is rusted out. It is ridiculous that so many people have the same problem and that Ford has not done anything to fix the matter, it is irresponsible.I believe that Ford should take responsibility for their vehicle's and fix them or figure out how to solve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10682028, filed 2015-02, 135,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
33% of the 36 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 28,800 and 84,562 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 06V382000Oct 5, 2006Power train › DrivelineCovers: Ford Escape HEV 2006
On certain front wheel drive hybrid vehicles, the intermediate shaft may not have been properly heat treated and may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
Recall details for the 2006 Ford Escape HEV → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 6 on record; the latest 6 are shown.
- 10022235Dec 1, 2006Fuel system. Slow fuel fill due to clogged vent.
- 10019814Apr 29, 2006Electrical system. Regenerative energy system dtc c1475 - service tip.
- 10019803Apr 29, 2006Fuel system. SLOW FUEL FILL.
- 10020079Jan 1, 2006Brakes. Abs light on and dtc c1475 - hybrid vehicles built from 8/2/2004 - 3/30/2006.
- 10019947Jan 1, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
- 10019384Jan 1, 2006Tires. Low tire indicator on - tpms system sensor wake up.
Other model years of the Ford Escape HEV
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 15 | 36,566 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2006 | 37 | 68,646 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 12 | 106,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford Escape HEV model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Ford Escape HEV have?
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 2006 Ford Escape HEV as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Ford Escape HEV is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 18 complaints (49% of the total), followed by electrical system with 9.
Has the 2006 Ford Escape HEV been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Ford Escape HEV reported?
Among the 36 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 68,646 miles and the middle half falls between 28,800 and 84,562 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.