Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
On 20 July 2026, my 2022 Ford escape hev caught fire in the engine compartment while parked. The vehicle is likely a total loss (insurance pending). On-site emergency personnel responded within minutes of the fire and the local fire department was on scene within 5 minutes of the 911 call. They cleared the incident (and d/c the 12v) within 32 minutes of arrival. Detroit fire department incident: 202620101471. This vehicle was subject to Ford safety recall 23s27 and customer satisfaction program 23n06, which address a manufacturing defect in the 2. 5l hev/phev engine. Under that recall, connecting rod bearing journals were not properly finished, causing premature bearing and engine failure that can release engine oil and fuel vapor into the under-hood area resulting in a fire. The recall remedy was completed on my vehicle, as were all customer satisfaction program campaigns. The dealer performed the pcm software update, which is intended to detect early signs of bearing failure through diagnostic trouble codes (p1061 and p032f) so the failure can be caught before an engine breach occurs. The engine long block was not replaced. Under Ford's own criteria, long block replacement was only authorized if the vehicle exhibited loud metal-to-metal clanking noises, a loss of torque, or the associated diagnostic codes. Dealership personnel assured me an engine light would illuminate and I would have time to safely move the vehicle to the side of the road. My vehicle did not have any warnings: no clanking, loss of torque, or leaks-no diagnostic warnings of any kind before the fire. The recall remedy did not prevent the exact failure it was designed to prevent--Ford's response was inadequate to protect owners. My NHTSA VIN lookup shows no open recalls. I completed every recall and csp Ford issued. I have complete dealer service records for this vehicle, photos of the damage, hi-res surveillance video is saved at work, as well. The vehicle is intact and has not been salvaged.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v38000 (engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and a secondary dealer, kearny mesa kia (7303 clairemont mesa blvd, san diego, CA 92111) were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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.