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Back-over prevention (rear camera)Part report

2020 Ford Escape Hybrid Back-over prevention (rear camera) Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
2%of 290 total for the year
Median mileage
80,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the back-over prevention of the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, 2% of the 290 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,500 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.

“Back up camera image freezes on Infotainment screen while driving the vehicle, then the screen goes black. This is a hazard on long trips when relying on navigation maps which should be shown on the screen, but then we're forced to use our phone's tiny screen.”

NHTSA complaint #11565263, filed 2024-01

“The rear cross traffic sensors are not detecting cross traffic when in reverse every time. It will work sometimes, but it failed to work at all for weeks. I have video showing it not working properly. I brought this to the dealership and was told that this is something that I will be required to fix out of my own pocket. This safety feature should be fixed or replaced at no cost the me because I was not involved in it no longer functioning. It is not clear why safety features that malfunction should be repaired at cost to the vehicle owner. …”

NHTSA complaint #11760043, filed 2026-08

“The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the sync screen intermittently displayed an inverted image. …”

NHTSA complaint #11734867, filed 2026-04, 79,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention). The dealer performed the software reprogramming; however, a week after the recall repair, the display screen and rearview camera shut off again. Additionally, a piece of interior ceiling trim fell and struck the contact's arm, resulting in a minor injury. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not repaired due to the dealer's request for a diagnostic fee for the recall remedy inadequacy. …”

NHTSA complaint #11748752, filed 2026-07, 82,000 miles

“Reoccurring simultaneous failures of safety systems Cross Traffic System Fault , Blind Spot System Fault , complete climate panel failure (defroster, heater, ventilation, ...), accompanying failures of power windows, power seats and most recently the ability to open the rear hatch of the SUV. Warnings about intermitent Drive Mode Not Available . All of the above can occur suddenly when driving or at starting. Windows fog suddenly.”

NHTSA complaint #11505412, filed 2023-02

Back-over prevention (rear camera): other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202111%
202072%
200610%

Other parts of the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid

Body and structure
105 complaints
Engine
64 complaints
Other or unknown
64 complaints
Electrical system
43 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
30 complaints
Fuel system
9 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaints
Brakes
7 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
6 complaints
Lane departure
6 complaints
Vehicle speed control
5 complaints
Steering
4 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2020 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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology