2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 29%of 124 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 14,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid, 29% of the 124 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 14,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My vehicle has not malfunctioned. However, a safety recall was issued for this vehicle with a completion date of October 2023. As of February 2024, the problem has not been solved. I am submitting this complaint in connection with NHTSA’s notice that vehicle owners can submit a complaint if a recall solution is not provided in a timely manner.”
NHTSA complaint #11571584, filed 2024-02“This repair fix was suppose to be available by October 2023. We are still waiting, and it seems that this could be a dangerous situation if the car stops running and oil is released and a fire starts. Our local Ford dealership seems to be in the dark about when a fix will be available. Maybe the NHTSA needs to urge Ford to hurry up and find the fix for this situation.”
NHTSA complaint #11578783, filed 2024-03“While driving the vehicle it lost power and all the check lights came on. Had to have it towed to a dealership where they stated it needed a new motor and new high voltage battery. The car has only 116000 miles on it. There should be a total recall for this type of vehicle if I would have been at a higher speed I would have injured myself or others. This car is riddled with problems and has over 19 recalls as of date.”
NHTSA complaint #11748768, filed 2026-07“I am worried that this vehicle's engine could die, proceed to leak oil and fuel and combust, leaving a burning husk that should've been repaired three months ago. The open recall was set to conclude, per Ford, in October 2023. It is now New Year's with no resolution. I do not want to drive a tinderbox.”
NHTSA complaint #11562782, filed 2023-12“My engine failed while driving. Towed to Ford dealership, found out about recall 23S27. Symptoms were the EXACT same but ford is refusing to cover warranty repairs because they said it did not throw the proper code. However ford has offered to cover half of the engine replacement, leaving me with a $4000 bill. Do I have any options? Is there a system of checks and balances that assures that ford is doing everything correctly on their end?”
NHTSA complaint #11651570, filed 2025-03Related service bulletins
- 11029931Mar 6, 2026Some 2020-2026 Escape and 2022-2026 Maverick 2.5L Duratec hybrid vehicles may require various repairs on the exhaust system. This may require removal of the exhaust heat…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 13% |
| 2022 | 34 | 49% |
| 2021 | 36 | 29% |
| 2020 | 64 | 22% |
| 2013 | 4 | 80% |
| 2012 | 2 | 13% |
| 2011 | 4 | 11% |
| 2010 | 12 | 20% |
| 2009 | 24 | 16% |
| 2008 | 74 | 17% |
| 2007 | 27 | 22% |
| 2006 | 43 | 20% |
| 2005 | 17 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
32 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaintsHybrid propulsion system
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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