2022 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
- 70
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
49% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 70 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.
Engine
49% · 34 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
Also filed under Structure and power train
We were driving on the interstate and the car began to make a metallic clicking/ticking sound. We started to move to the shoulder as we thought it might be a tire issue when we saw an orange glow reflected on the concrete.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-17
On November 12, 2022 at approximately 1:00 p.m. an incident occurred with my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid in Columbia, MO. As I was parking in the Forum Theater parking lot, the engine surged and I had no brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-12-01
Also filed under Service brakes
Service brakes
19% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Electrical system
17% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
Engaging & disengaging while parked and turned off. Lost of power while driving. Check engine light & wrench came on. Tried to get dealer to diagnose but they didnât understand me with the engaging. Taking on dealer todayâs for both issues.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-24
Also filed under Power train
On Oct 5-6, 2026, Mahwah Ford performed Safety Recall 26C11 on my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid (R/O 6097377).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-20
Structure
10% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing body and hatchback/liftgate.
Power train
9% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
"While driving my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid, the vehicle suffered an abrupt powertrain failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-16
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Ford Escape Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine: 34 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 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.