Two problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 2011 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2011 Escape.
At approximately 9:00 am in the morning, the rear tailgate window was closed instantly shattering everywhere.
After unloading items from rear cargo area, tailgate was closed, and the rear tailgate window exploded in my face spontaneously. It seemed as if the reciprocating arms perhaps did not collapse completely and went through the window. An individual who assisted in cleaning up the debris was cut by the glass.