2022 Ford Escape Hybrid Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 70 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the fuel system of the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid, 4% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,000 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.
“The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that the driver's side door was making an abnormal clunking noise. Additionally, the window failed to roll up or down as designed. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The EVAP system warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the brake pedal went down to the floor. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11537473, filed 2023-08, 69,000 miles“This defect has resulted in multiple vehicle shutdowns while in operation, significantly increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, Ford has identified a potential risk of battery thermal venting, which could lead to a vehicle fire, further endangering my safety and that of others on the road. Ford has advised not to charge the vehicle, further limiting its functionality and reliability. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? …”
NHTSA complaint #11648228, filed 2025-03Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3 | 4% |
| 2021 | 9 | 7% |
| 2020 | 9 | 3% |
| 2013 | 1 | 20% |
| 2012 | 2 | 13% |
| 2011 | 3 | 8% |
| 2010 | 5 | 8% |
| 2009 | 9 | 6% |
| 2008 | 27 | 6% |
| 2007 | 7 | 6% |
| 2006 | 10 | 5% |
| 2005 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid
34 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 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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