MYRModel Year Report

2007 Ford Escape HEV

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2007 Ford Escape HEV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:24.798Z

Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2005: 12 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15
2005: 12 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15
2005: 12 complaints 2005 2006: 37 complaints 2006 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15

2007: 15 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200512
200637
200715

Known problem areas

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

7 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Show complaint excerpts

No prior issue -just started to rev up while driving then conked out-in the middle of the road have had it diagnosed and the transmission is shot- no issue with the transmission fluid-no smell nothing I basically only drive the care up and down...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-10

Also filed under Power train

While traveling on I80 (About 30 miles to sugar bowl ski resort), the gas engine suddenly shutdown without any warning at about 60 MPH. There was a red triangle light and "Stop safely now" Message was displayed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-26

Power train

2 of 15 total reports mention: power train.

Engine

2 of 15 total reports mention: engine.

Tires

1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-09 Tire valve cracking
  2. I
    2012-10-02Defect petitionClosed 2013-02-21 Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction
  3. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Ford Escape HEV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 Ford Escape HEV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Escape HEV?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Escape HEV have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.