Complaints
79
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#131 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:16,500 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#212 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:40,299 mi
Crash-related:1
#37 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:22,500 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 31 | 1 | 1 | 16,500 mi | |
| Brakes | 12 | 1 | — | 40,299 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | 22,500 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Canister | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
31
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
16,500
Brakes
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,299
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
22,500
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Canister
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2022 Ford Escape Hybrid — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid has 79 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 31 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (31 complaints, avg 16,500 mi); Brakes (12 complaints, avg 40,299 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 22,500 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 23,052 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Escape Hybrid reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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