2022 Ford Escape Review
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Good
7.7
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2022 Ford Escape provides most of what you'd expect of a small SUV, including a roomy cabin, helpful technology features and very comfortable seats. Storage capability isn't mind-blowing, but it's certainly good enough. The Escape's few but significant drawbacks include unrefined transmission shifting and a lack of handling precision.
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2022 Ford Escape Review
Pros
- Roomy and comfortable seating
- Smooth ride quality
- Easy-to-use controls
- Available hybrid powertrain that gets around 40 mpg
Cons
- Transmission's abrupt shifts
- Lackluster handling
What's new
- Minor changes to feature availability
- Part of the fourth Escape generation introduced for 2020
Overview
The 2022 Ford Escape is a small SUV that sits in a sweet spot between the automaker's smaller Ford EcoSport and larger Ford Edge and three-row Explorer. It competes in one of the most hotly contested segments around, with rivals including the Honda CR-V, Jeep Cherokee, Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4. The Escape was fully redesigned just a couple of years ago, which explains the lack of changes or upgrades for the 2022 model.
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (22 City/31 Highway)
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
28 Combined MPG (26 City/31 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FMCU9G61NUA87550
Stock: 85315A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-31-2025
The Escape does a lot of other things right. Its cabin is comfortable and spacious, and it's available with lots of technology and advanced driver aids. And although its cargo area isn't class-leading, what is here is right on the mark for what we expect from small SUVs. Less appealing is how the Escape drives. Essentially, we expect a little more refinement and handling precision. Learn more about our test team's findings by reading our Expert Rating on the 2022 Escape.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
by the Edmunds Experts
Good
7.7
out of 10
We drove the 2022 Ford Escape on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
6.5/10
How does the Escape drive? We tested the Escape SEL with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. This engine makes plenty of power, allowing it to easily squirt through traffic and accelerate up to highway speeds. In Edmunds' testing, our Escape covered 0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds, which is better than most rival small SUVs with an upgraded engine.
Unfortunately, the eight-speed automatic transmission shifts slowly and can be jerky with its upshifts. Downshifts are similar, and you'll feel multiple small shocks as you decelerate. Even the engine stop-start system bucks the Escape when it restarts the engine as you take your foot off the brake. It all feels terribly unrefined and like something that Ford should have fixed before putting the Escape on sale.
The Escape's handling is disappointing too. It rolls a lot and has a ponderous feel as you go around turns. There's not much grip from the tires either. As for the steering, it's very light and low-effort in the default drive mode. Selecting Sport mode gives it more heft and makes it easier to figure out where the front wheels are pointed.
Unfortunately, the eight-speed automatic transmission shifts slowly and can be jerky with its upshifts. Downshifts are similar, and you'll feel multiple small shocks as you decelerate. Even the engine stop-start system bucks the Escape when it restarts the engine as you take your foot off the brake. It all feels terribly unrefined and like something that Ford should have fixed before putting the Escape on sale.
The Escape's handling is disappointing too. It rolls a lot and has a ponderous feel as you go around turns. There's not much grip from the tires either. As for the steering, it's very light and low-effort in the default drive mode. Selecting Sport mode gives it more heft and makes it easier to figure out where the front wheels are pointed.
Comfort
8/10
How comfortable is the Escape? Overall, we're happy with the level of comfort the Escape offers. The front seats are well shaped and have a pleasing amount of cushioning. The rear seats are also comfortable and provide a suitable amount of thigh support for adults. While our SEL test vehicle was equipped with basic controls for the front passenger, the next-level Titanium adds a power-adjustable seat, which is a rarity in this class.
Around town and on the highway, the Escape rides in a smooth and composed manner. It's also fairly quiet at speed, with road noise the prevailing source of sound intrusion. The automatic climate system delivers less airflow than you'd expect on a hot day. Unlike rivals, ventilated front seats or heated rears are not available on any trim.
Around town and on the highway, the Escape rides in a smooth and composed manner. It's also fairly quiet at speed, with road noise the prevailing source of sound intrusion. The automatic climate system delivers less airflow than you'd expect on a hot day. Unlike rivals, ventilated front seats or heated rears are not available on any trim.
Interior
8.5/10
How’s the interior? The Escape's cabin is functional and pleasantly laid out. The primary controls are easy to reach, and the steering wheel buttons take no time to decipher. The Sync 3 touchscreen interface is snappy and simple to operate as well. The driver's seat gives you a commanding view outward, and it's only mildly impeded by the rising beltline toward the rear. The seat itself offers numerous adjustments that make it a cinch to dial in the perfect position. On the downside, the door armrests are a touch too narrow.
We're impressed by the Escape's use of space inside. There's plenty of room all around, and the deeply sculpted front seatbacks afford rear passengers lots of knee room. Headroom might run out for very tall rear occupants on models with the panoramic sunroof. Other than the tall doorsills, there are no issues getting into or out of the Escape.
We're impressed by the Escape's use of space inside. There's plenty of room all around, and the deeply sculpted front seatbacks afford rear passengers lots of knee room. Headroom might run out for very tall rear occupants on models with the panoramic sunroof. Other than the tall doorsills, there are no issues getting into or out of the Escape.
Technology
8/10
How’s the tech? The Ford Escape's infotainment system is a highlight. The navigation setup is easy to use, quick to act, and shows you directional info when a point-of-interest search returns multiple locations (e.g., a Starbucks is 1 mile forward, or 0.5 mile to the left). The six-speaker system is excellent for a base system, producing clear audio and punchy bass. Smartphone integration, however, is a bit disappointing. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility isn't standard on every Escape, and there aren't many USB ports to charge your devices.
The driving aids work well and almost all are standard. Though our test car wasn't equipped with it, experience with an Escape Titanium reveals that car's unique lane-centering feature works quite well on the highway, avoiding the "ping-ponging between the lanes" effect in rivals.
The driving aids work well and almost all are standard. Though our test car wasn't equipped with it, experience with an Escape Titanium reveals that car's unique lane-centering feature works quite well on the highway, avoiding the "ping-ponging between the lanes" effect in rivals.
Storage
8/10
How’s the storage? At 33.5 cubic feet, the Escape's cargo area is average for the segment. We like the low floor and high seatbacks, affording you a lot of vertical storage space before luggage cuts into rear visibility. The rear seats don't fold flat, but the outboard seat belts can be disengaged from their seat holsters so there's no obstruction while loading cargo.
Interior storage is much better, with large cubbies in the front and sizable door pockets in the back. All cupholders have anti-tip tabs, which is fairly uncommon in this vehicle class. Easily accessible car-seat anchors and tethers, plus the large rear seat, make it a breeze to load a child safety seat.
Escape models with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine can tow up to 3,500 pounds, more than many small SUVs.
Interior storage is much better, with large cubbies in the front and sizable door pockets in the back. All cupholders have anti-tip tabs, which is fairly uncommon in this vehicle class. Easily accessible car-seat anchors and tethers, plus the large rear seat, make it a breeze to load a child safety seat.
Escape models with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine can tow up to 3,500 pounds, more than many small SUVs.
Fuel Economy
7.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The Escape with the turbo 2.0-liter engine is rated at 26 mpg combined (23 city/31 highway). This is better than all other small SUVs with upgraded engines. Though the estimates are stellar, our observed fuel economy with our test vehicle fell short of expectations. We earned an average of 20.2 mpg over 187 miles of driving — mostly at city speeds but without much traffic.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Escape a good value? The Escape's interior has plenty of soft-touch plastics up front, while hard plastics are generally silver, gloss black or otherwise textured in a way that shows effort. The simulated leather upholstery is surprisingly convincing. The panel gaps are a little inconsistent and the interior door handles feel inexcusably cheap, but overall it's an appealing cabin for the price.
Ford's pricing is competitive, though you'll often have to pay extra to get features that competitors offer on less expensive trims. Adaptive cruise control, for instance, requires adding a package on top of a midlevel model. It's standard on the CR-V and RAV4. Ford offers basic warranty coverage for three years/36,000 miles, with powertrain coverage and roadside assistance for five years/60,000 miles. All are average for the class.
Ford's pricing is competitive, though you'll often have to pay extra to get features that competitors offer on less expensive trims. Adaptive cruise control, for instance, requires adding a package on top of a midlevel model. It's standard on the CR-V and RAV4. Ford offers basic warranty coverage for three years/36,000 miles, with powertrain coverage and roadside assistance for five years/60,000 miles. All are average for the class.
Wildcard
7.5/10
Remove the fish mouth-like front grille, and the redesigned Escape would look like any other small SUV on the market. The interior won't wow you at first glance either. But your appreciation of what the Escape offers will likely grow as you put it through the paces of everyday living. It's a perfectly serviceable small crossover SUV, and one that Ford can be proud of.
2022 Ford Escape trim level differences
The 2022 Escape is a small SUV available in four trim levels: S, SE, SEL and Titanium. By default, most trims are driven by a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine (181 horsepower, 190 lb-ft of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Standard for the Titanium and optional for the SE and SEL is a fuel-sipping 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain (200 total system horsepower) that drives the wheels via a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Those looking for more power can opt for the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (250 hp, 280 lb-ft) available on the SEL and Titanium trim levels. Front- or all-wheel drive is available with the three-cylinder and hybrid powertrains, while the turbo-four comes only with AWD.
Which Escape trim does Edmunds recommend?
Even if your budget is a little tight, we recommend skipping the base trim and heading straight to the SE. It doesn't cost much more and its keyless entry, a 8-inch touchscreen and smartphone compatibility are well worth the extra spend. You can also get the SE with a few optional packages. Among them, the Co-Pilot360 Assist+ and Convenience packages are worth getting.
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$117/mo for Escape S
Escape S
vs
$170/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Reliability
The 2022 Ford Escape has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 16 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #14 out of 29 among Compact SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average
#14 out of 29 among Compact SUVs
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Cost
$480/yr
vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
Frequency
0.98x/yr
vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV
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Severity
11.8%
vs. 11.5%
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Recalls
16 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V685000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25SA4
- Manufactured from:
- 2021-05-10 to
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 59006
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
- Defect Consequence:
- An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 24, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated February 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
- Recall Number:
- 25V467000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25S76
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 694271
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
- Defect Consequence:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- The remedy is currently under development. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 18, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.
- Recall Number:
- 25V442000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25S72
- Manufactured from:
- 2019-04-25 to
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 200061
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, 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.
- Defect Consequence:
- 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.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
- Recall Number:
- 25V345000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25S54
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 1797
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
- Recall Number:
- 25V165000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25S21
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 33576
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
- Defect Consequence:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
- Recall Number:
- 25V133000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25S16
- Manufactured from:
- 2022-02-02 to 2022-12-08
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 207
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
- Defect Consequence:
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
- Recall Number:
- 24V954000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24S79
- Manufactured from:
- 2019-07-10 to 2024-04-17
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 20484
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
- Defect Consequence:
- Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.
- Recall Number:
- 24V852000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24C39
- Manufactured from:
- 2019-07-29 to 2024-09-13
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 27678
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Defect Consequence:
- Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
- Recall Number:
- 24V330000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24S33
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 9312
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
- Defect Consequence:
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024, and November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.
- Recall Number:
- 24V187000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24S16
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 42652
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
- Defect Consequence:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.
- Recall Number:
- 23V380000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 23S27
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 125322
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 23, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available, anticipated November 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- Recall Number:
- 22V859000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 22S73
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 521746
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
- Defect Consequence:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.
- Recall Number:
- 22V484000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 22S47
- Manufactured from:
- 2019-10-24 to 2022-06-13
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 100689
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
- Recall Number:
- 22V191000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 22S21
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 345451
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.
- Defect Consequence:
- An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.
- Recall Number:
- 22V149000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 21S48
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 3
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Corsair and 2021-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with a 2.5L Hybrid powertrain. The high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
- Defect Consequence:
- A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S48.
- Recall Number:
- 21V922000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 21C31
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 114666
- Defect Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Defect Consequence:
- During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C31.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 5 years / unlimited miles
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5 out of 5 starsJohn S, 04/29/2022
2022 Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT)
Just purchased 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD. Excellent driving feel and hugs the road. Nicely built with no flaws I can find. The mileage after 150 mixed roads miles is a remarkable 42 mpg. The gas gauge barely budged at 1/8 tank used 400 plus mile range remaining. This an SUV not a Prius! The hybrid power train uses the electric mode frequently with flawless engagement of the gas engine … as needed.
My only complaint is the excess of interior hard plastic. Seats are great and otherwise the interior is excellent and this creates a negative distraction. It looks ok but feels cheap. Unacceptable in a Titanium model and Ford should fix this asap.
An update after 3 months. Continues to be a great car. Drives nicely and was great on a long trip because the seats are excellent. Our mileage in mixed driving in our rural are is an incredible 45 miles per gallon using eco mode frequently. My wife and I love this car!
Solid vehicle that gets better over time
5 out of 5 starsRob, 04/23/2022
2022 Ford Escape SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
I've had this vehicle for a while now and I'll be honest, when I first got it...I thought that that the 8-speed transmission was a little strange and the vehicle had uneven performance. Some days it would perform flawlessly and other days the transmission would gear hunt, shift hard, throw in an odd shift or shift too slowly. I even looked it up and thought it was a DCT transmission, … because that's what it initially felt like. It turns out that this car has legitimate break in period of about 2,000 miles. The gears have to be worn in, the computer has to learn driving behaviors and things will tend to smooth out over time. The SUV is absurdly fast for what it is, smooth and handles like a dream. I have no issues passing anyone or getting up to speed quickly. Honestly, it doesn't even feel like a crossover, it feels more car like when compared to the previous generation Escape. If you closed your eyes, you'd think you were driving an Audi or a 4cyl Macan or something. The interior is basic in a good way and user friendly with technology that is easy to use. It doesn't feel like a confusing Star Wars spaceship cockpit like a lot of these modern vehicles. Many reviews criticize this vehicle for having a strange transmission behavior or saying it's not fun to drive....WRONG. Do NOT judge this vehicle new within it's first 1,700 miles. It is a transmission that needs to be driven and worn in. The vehicle is FUN to drive and I often find excuses to take it out on the road just to have fun driving it. I've tested this car against the new RAV4 and there is no comparison, the Escape is hands down the better, faster and more composed vehicle. I would only shop and compare this vehicle against the Mazda CX-5 and they are practically the same vehicle. Both are "driver's" cars. I highly recommend this car.
Overall, a nice surprise of an SUV!
4 out of 5 starsNoahBee, 07/01/2022
2022 Ford Escape SEL Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT)
My wife and I were looking for our first SUV during one of the most frustrating times to buy a vehicle. Eventually, we were able to test drive a CX-5, CR-V, and a RAV4 Hybrid. We were pretty set on the RAV4 Hybrid and didn’t even think about an Escape. However, one caught our eye on the road and we decided to look into it.
My wife’s family has had a lot of trouble with Escapes in the … past so it wasn’t in consideration from the beginning. However, an SEL Hybrid happened to be in stock nearby so we decided to give it a test drive.
In the last 2 months of owning the vehicle, there is a lot to like here. First of all, the driving experience is superior to the RAV4 Hybrid especially. The RAV handles more like a truck/big SUV, whereas the Escape Hybrid feels more athletic with a smoother ride.
The fuel economy is also excellent. We’ve been averaging around 40 MPG which is great during high gas prices.
In terms of features, our favorite is the CoPilot add on that has adaptive cruise and lane centering, which basically drives the car for you and it is excellent. The steering wheel makes tiny adjustments and isn’t too jarring. The infotainment system is also the best in my opinion as it works smoothly and the layout is pleasing.
The exterior design of the car is also quite nice. It looks cleaner and more minimalistic than the RAV and nearly has a Porsche Cayenne look to it.
Having said all these positives, it is certainly not perfect. My biggest pet peeve is the interior quality. When you’re spending around $35K on a vehicle, you want it to feel nice. Unfortunately, the Escape uses a lot of hard plastics and easily scratched materials that make it feel more like a rental car — which makes sense as the Escape is a common fleet vehicle. While you’re ultimately looking for reliability and dependability in a vehicle, interior quality is secondary but still important.
Luckily, the leatherette seats are quite comfortable and the back seats actually slide forward for additional cargo space.
Overall, the Escape is a surprisingly good little SUV. It has a great feature set and a nice driving experience with relatively athletic handling. I expect the Hybrid drivetrain to be pretty reliable as it’s still based on Toyota tech. On top of it all, Fords financing is excellent and offers 0% financing, and with a few rebates, we got it below MSRP.
My biggest complaint is the interior quality and the over-reliance on plastics. Overall, if you can get past that, the Escape is a great alternative to the competition that stands out when you look at the price tag.
Idk…
3 out of 5 starsAlex T, 04/22/2022
2022 Ford Escape SEL Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT)
Had the car a week and a half so far. Pretty SUV. Love the sunroof. Been averaging 36 mpg. The fake leather material loves jeans, I got it in the sandstone color and have already had to use leather wipes to get the blue stain off. Has 3 different rattling noises. One is the B&O subwoofer in the trunk. Can’t listen to music at any volume, whether the bass is turned all the way down or all … the way up. (Upon further research and reading forums, apparently this is a normal thing for escapes with the B&O sound system that doesn’t have an actual fix 😒) There’s some tapping noise that happens at all speeds, happens every time I drive without fail. There’s some weird clunking when I go over bumps. Door rattles. Passenger door has a hard time closing. The touchscreen is slow to respond. System is slow to connect to CarPlay. Waited 4.5 months for it to come in and I’m pretty disappointed. Taking it to the dealership next week and we’ll see if they can fix anything. If not, there’s no way I’ll be keeping this. I feel like if it’s already got all these issues fresh out of the factory, what else is gonna be wrong with it after 6 months, a year, 3 years, etc….?
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2022 Escape Highlights
SUV
S
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $27,025 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $117/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 37.5 cu.ft. |
front wheel drive | |
| Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Escape models:
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Provides additional steering effort to avoid a potential collision if it can't be prevented by braking alone.
- Lane-Keeping System
- Alerts the driver when the car starts to drift out of its lane by vibrating the steering wheel and adding correctional steering if needed.
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)
- Illuminates an indicator light in the side mirror when a vehicle enters the blind spot. Also includes integrated rear cross-traffic alert.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover16.9%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedAcceptable
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedMarginal
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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