Does the 2022 Ford Escape have recalls?

NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford Escape, including Back Over Prevention › Software; Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication. 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 2022 Ford Escape problems?

Owners filed 238 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (63), gasoline (63), engine (35), service brakes (34).

How much does a 2022 Ford Escape cost to own for 5 years?

About $42,074 over 5 years ($701/month) at an estimated $17,250 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.

2022 Ford Escape

The 2022 Ford Escape earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 56/100. Expect about $42,074 to own it for five years, or $701 a month. NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 238 complaints.

Recalls: 19
Complaints: 238
5-yr cost: $42k
MPG (EPA): 28

Fair

Ownership Score

2022 Ford Escape vs nearby years

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19 recalls may apply

For the 2022 Ford Escape. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $17,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$42,074

$701/month · $0.70/mile

Depreciation	$5,761
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$7,180
Maintenance	$7,130
Repairs	$3,256
Loan interest	$4,712
Taxes & fees	$2,035

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

238 complaints7 involved a crash4 involved a fire

Fuel System63
Gasoline63
Engine35
Service Brakes34
Power Train31
Unknown Or Other26

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

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 5 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2022 Ford Escape SUV AWD

What to check on a used 2022 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.
Fuel system
- Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin.
- Check for hard starts or stalling at idle.
Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.

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 2022 Ford Escape a good car to buy?: The 2022 Ford Escape earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 56/100. Expect about $42,074 to own it for five years, or $701 a month. NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 238 complaints.
Does the 2022 Ford Escape have recalls?: NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford Escape, including Back Over Prevention › Software; Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication. 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 2022 Ford Escape problems?: Owners filed 238 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (63), gasoline (63), engine (35), service brakes (34).
How much does a 2022 Ford Escape cost to own for 5 years?: About $42,074 over 5 years ($701/month) at an estimated $17,250 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.