2024 Ford Escape Phev
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
My car has been recalled for over 6 months and it has not been repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-28
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and power train
Possible battery short circuit. Safety recall issued months ago. recall no. 24V954 /24S79)
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-18
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-29
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 7 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving on [xxx] in mundelien il. Posted 40MPH; car changed cruise control to 60MPH when passing route signs this happens consistently. Every time it passed a [xxx] sign.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-25
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Date not on fileElectrical system25V789000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed.
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Date not on fileElectrical system26V091000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Ford Escape Phev — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V789000 · Electrical system
- Recall 26V091000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2024 Ford Escape Phev 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 2024 Ford Escape Phev?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Escape Phev have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.