2011 Ford Escape Hybrid
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 37
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Steering
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
38% of complaints
Complaints per year
2011: 37 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 178 |
| 2006 | 219 |
| 2007 | 124 |
| 2008 | 443 |
| 2009 | 153 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2020 | 287 |
| 2021 | 124 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
38% · 14 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while 65 MPH on the freeway, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the power steering assist failed to operate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-17
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle experienced electrical power steering failure. The check engine and brake system light warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-03
Steering wheel doesnt move
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-08
Vehicle speed control
22% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Drove 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid into parking space and came to a complete stop. Front wheels were turned slightly to the right as a result of turning into the parking space.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-29
I purchased my vehicle from Texas motors Ford, fort worth, tx on or about July 13, 2011.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-20
Power train
14% · 5 reportsService brakes
14% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
While turning left, foot on brake pedal, in a small strip mall parking lot, car suddenly accelerated and kept accelerating.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-17
Engine
11% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2012-10-02Defect petitionClosed 2013-02-21 Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction
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2015-04-01Defect petitionClosed 2018-06-14 Loss of power steering while driving
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Ford Escape Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid 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.