2011 Ford Escape Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2011 Ford Escape has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1,319 complaints with NHTSA, including 38 crashes, 7 fires, 38 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (415 reports).

2Recalls
1,319Owner complaints
38Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2011 Ford Escape recalls

Fuel leak from pump module can cause fire risk

Recall 16V777Oct 26, 2016329,265 vehicles affected

On certain vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the fuel delivery module (FDM) can crack, causing a fuel leak.

Steering:Electric Power Assist System

Recall 14V284May 29, 2014740,878 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 Ford Escape problems

Problem areas named in the 1,319 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering415
Power Train268
Fuel/Propulsion System253
Engine248
Vehicle Speed Control245
Electrical System117
Unknown Or Other56
Structure43
Fuel System, Gasoline33
Suspension32

What owners report

2026-10-27, Steering
Power steering repeatedly fails during normal driving conditions. It is resolved by putting the vehicle in park and restarting. This has occurred spontaneously and unpredictably while driving on residential roadways, commercial roadways, highways and parking lots. This is potentially deadly if power steering fails during normal or necessary evasive driving. I've reported this problem to a Ford Dealership Service department in Versailles Kentucky and they do not want to take action on the issue. I am happy to have the vehicle inspected. This issue is the exact same issue as recall number 14SO5, however my vehicle is one month removed from that specific recall. It is probable that the faulty
2026-10-13, Steering
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the power steering assist became inoperable, requiring greater effort to steer the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 169,781.
2026-10-08, Electrical System
My 2011 ford escape is experiencing symptoms of the recall of the faulty Electric Power Steering (EPS) torque sensor. Its not often, but when I turn on the car I wont have power steering but when I turn it off and turn it back on the power steering works. Is there anyway you could open/put a recall on my 2011 ford escape.
2026-08-19, Suspension
I have a 2011 Ford Escape AWD 3.0 engine. I took it for NY state inspection and it fails due the right side front subframe is rusted and unsafe. Ford has a recall on models up to 2004 but this vehicle has the same issue of the A/C draining on it causing the rust. I have been an auto tech for over 48 years, retired now, and strongly feel this should be a major concern and covered at least 50% by Ford. This design flaw and the fact that I live in a state that uses salt in the winter on the roads, I feel there is nothing I could have done to prevent this from happening.
2026-08-17, Steering
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic, who diagnosed that the steering torque sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (STEERING). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 150,000.

2011 Ford Escape questions

Does the 2011 Ford Escape have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Ford Escape: Fuel leak from pump module can cause fire risk; Steering:Electric Power Assist System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Escape?

Based on 1,319 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (415), Power Train (268), Fuel/Propulsion System (253).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Ford Escape has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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