2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 443 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 134,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid, 1% of the 443 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 134,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ive had reoccurring issues with my brakes ,ABS system , power train , steering column starter. Over the course of three years and it seem like the problems keep coming up . The only close call I remembers is coming home from work . Making a turn on to a street, then all of a sudden my power steering went out completely. I could have crashed if a huge curb wasnt there .”
NHTSA complaint #11082619, filed 2018-04, 140,000 miles“I had my 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid serviced at koons Ford after receiving safety recall 14s05 from Ford motor company. The recall is to repair a potential safety issue related to the electric power steering system. After receiving the repair to correct the issue in safety recall notice 14so5, my vehicle developed steering / suspension problems. At highway speeds the steering on the Ford escape is now very sensitive causing the vehicle to feel unsteady at times. (if feels like it is swaying slightly from side to side.) we first noticed the issue within a week of having the repair done. …”
NHTSA complaint #10632630, filed 2014-09“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel shook without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and the ABS warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10794696, filed 2015-11, 134,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine service when she was advised that the rear axle failed. As a result, the rear tires were unable to turn properly. The contact was advised that if she continued to drive the vehicle in its condition that the rear tires and axle would seize. The parts needed for repairs were not readily available and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 30,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10418198, filed 2011-08, 30,000 milesSuspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
154 complaintsSteering
110 complaintsEngine
74 complaintsElectrical system
64 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsFuel system
27 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsHybrid propulsion system
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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