CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Ford Escape has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 599 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 3 fires, 28 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (319 reports).
2019 Ford Escape recalls
Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire
The engine block heater in certain Ford Escape, Focus, and Lincoln MKC vehicles with a 2.0L engine may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement
A bushing that connects the shifter cable to the transmission can degrade or detach on certain 2013-2021 Ford vehicles.
Tires May Fail, Causing Sudden Air Loss or Tread Separation
Certain Continental tires on these Ford trucks and SUVs may have been cured for too long during production.
Most common 2019 Ford Escape problems
Problem areas named in the 599 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 319 |
| Power Train | 128 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 94 |
| Unknown Or Other | 42 |
| Electrical System | 37 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 |
| Tires | 13 |
| Structure | 12 |
What owners report
We received an "engine failure- service now" error message on our vehicle and our mechanic told us it is a known issue with this year, make,model, engine and to take it to the dealership for repair. The dealer, and Ford Motor Company said though the recall is for 2017-2019 Ford Escape EcoBoost engines and for the EXACT same issue, our VIN is not on the current VIN list so it's not covered. Even though this issue is due to a faulty design, thus the recall, they will not cover it. They want $10,000 to fix an issue caused by their design which they have a recall out for. Ford needs to step up and cover this issue under the recall that does apply. Help please.
I have a 2019 Ford Escape. With the EcoBoost 1.5-liter engine. The engine has a well-documented engineering defect that causes coolant intrusion into the cylinders. And ultimately engine failure. Ford created a customer assistance program to deal with this. Its limits are seven years and 84,000 miles. My vehicle is 7 1/2 years old and 96,000 miles so I'm outside their numbers. The problem first presented itself in my vehicle nearly two years ago, but none of the mechanics I work with had any idea about this defect, And I only became aware of it about two months ago. 1. The entire engine is in the process of failing 2. When it does fin ally fail I may well be driving it (it's my only transpo
The coolant system leaked into engine cylinder two. This caused engine block destruction and I was quoted $13,000 to repair the engine. I called Ford and they stated that because the vehicle was at 120,000 miles there was nothing they could do.
Transmission failed, Car would only move at high rpms, created a dangerous driving situation Known issue with Ford and the 6F35 transmission
At only 43,379 miles â well within the useful life expected of this vehicle â my 2019 Ford Escape developed two significant mechanical failures. (1) Fuel injector: the vehicle emits visible black smoke from the exhaust when accelerating at highway speeds; the dealership diagnosed this as a failed fuel injector requiring replacement (est. $1,200). Visible exhaust smoke during highway acceleration is a visibility hazard to following traffic. (2) Coolant intrusion into the engine: the dealership's service department diagnosed coolant intrusion requiring replacement of major short block components (est. $8,300), and told me this failure is in its early stages and the engine is likely to fail
2019 Ford Escape questions
Does the 2019 Ford Escape have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Ford Escape: Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement; Tires May Fail, Causing Sudden Air Loss or Tread Separation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Escape?
Based on 599 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (319), Power Train (128), Engine And Engine Cooling (94).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.