Does the 2018 Ford Escape have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Escape, including Air Bags › Side/Window; Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2018 Ford Escape problems?

Owners filed 1,825 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (1173), engine and engine cooling (345), power train (276), electrical system (57).

How much does a 2018 Ford Escape cost to own for 5 years?

About $39,694 over 5 years ($662/month) at an estimated $10,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2018 Ford Escape

The 2018 Ford Escape earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 63/100. Expect about $39,694 to own it for five years, or $662 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1,825 complaints.

Recalls: 4
Complaints: 1,825
5-yr cost: $40k
MPG (EPA): 24

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Ownership Score

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4 recalls may apply

For the 2018 Ford Escape. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Risk: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S44.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $10,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$39,694

$662/month · $0.66/mile

Depreciation	$2,714
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$8,375
Maintenance	$8,050
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,925
Taxes & fees	$1,630

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

1,825 complaints26 involved a crash6 involved a fire

Engine1173
Engine And Engine Cooling345
Power Train276
Unknown Or Other107
Electrical System57
Fuel/Propulsion System45

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

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Frontal
Side
Rollover

Rated as: 2018 Ford Escape SUV AWD

What to check on a used 2018 Ford Escape

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Paperwork
- Ask for service records and the title. Compare the VIN on the car, the paper and our report.
- Check the odometer against the wear on the pedals and seat.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford Escape a good car to buy?: The 2018 Ford Escape earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 63/100. Expect about $39,694 to own it for five years, or $662 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1,825 complaints.
Does the 2018 Ford Escape have recalls?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Escape, including Air Bags › Side/Window; Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2018 Ford Escape problems?: Owners filed 1,825 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (1173), engine and engine cooling (345), power train (276), electrical system (57).
How much does a 2018 Ford Escape cost to own for 5 years?: About $39,694 over 5 years ($662/month) at an estimated $10,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.