2023 Ford Escape Hybrid

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2023 Ford Escape Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:31:47.750Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Escape Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2023 highlighted. 2005: 178 complaints 2005 2006: 219 complaints 2007: 124 complaints 2007 2008: 442 complaints 2009: 152 complaints 2009 2010: 59 complaints 2011: 37 complaints 2011 2012: 15 complaints 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2020: 281 complaints 2021: 116 complaints 2021 2022: 64 complaints 2023: 22 complaints 2023 2024: 4 complaints 2024
2023: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005178
2006219
2007124
2008442
2009152
201059
201137
201215
20135
2020281
2021116
202264
202322
20244

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

10 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

3 of 22 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

ENGINE

3 of 22 total reports mention: engine.

SEATS

2 of 22 total reports mention: seats.

INJURY
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The contact owns a 2023 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while exiting the vehicle, his right leg made direct contact with the floor seat railing, causing a minor laceration.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230602

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 22 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2023 Ford Escape Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2011 ▲ 2010 ▲ 2022

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2020 ◆ 2006

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid 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 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.