Ford Escape owners have reported 292 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (157 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (109 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owned a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v331000 (latches/locks/linkages); and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because she no longer owns the vehicle. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. Read details...
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that since owning the vehicle, the front driver side door was replaced by the dealer after the door failed to open. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at 25 mph and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle failed to respond Read details...
The contact rented a 2023 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at about 20 mph and going over a railroad track the hood of the vehicle opened abruptly hitting the windshield. The contact stated they lost visibility and went through an intersection before coming to a complete stop. Read details...
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the hatchback failed to open while pressing the power emergency release button and while using the key fob. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the tailgate unexpectedly opened while driving. The contact stated that the tailgate could be opened manually or with the key fob. The contact stated that depressing the button near the tailgate failed to open the tailgate. Read details...