2024 Ford Escape: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Ford Escape: 8 recalls, 76 owner complaints and up to 30 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Forward collision avoidance Vehicle recall #24V440000 · 2024 · 209 vehicles
What's wrong: The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
Why it matters: Misalignment of the radar module can result in the adaptive cruise control (acc) misclassifying an overhead object as an object in the vehicle's path, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly slow and/or stop. Other safety systems that depend on the radar model (pre-collision assist, forward collision…
The fix: Dealers will adjust the angle of the radar module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2024.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #24V634000 · 2024 · 24 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel injectors May have been assembled without o-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install new fuel injector o-rings and o-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024.
Electrical, Airbags Vehicle recall #24V850000 · 2024 · 15 vehicles
What's wrong: The passenger side instrument panel cover May have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: During air bag deployment, the air bag cover May break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag May deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger side instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 18, 2025.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V852000 · 2024 · 27,678 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V954000 · 2024 · 20,484 vehicles
What's wrong: A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells May result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V315000 · 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the…
Equipment, Electrical Vehicle recall #25V343000 · 2025 · 6,781 vehicles
What's wrong: 5l or 2.0l mpc engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater May overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Why it matters: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner…
Engine Vehicle recall #25V372000 · 2025 · 404 vehicles
What's wrong: The cylinder head May have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Why it matters: An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (27): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), warning light on (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (19): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Lane departure (18): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Other / unknown (16): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), warning light on (3), noise or vibration (2).
The 2024 Ford Escape has 76 owner complaints, ranking #24 of 27 Escape model years for complaints (well below the 1016 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (56 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 11,531 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (100 complaints, 11 recalls), 2025 (25 complaints, 9 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 34 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Ford Escape have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Ford Escape. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Ford Escape problems?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (27), forward collision avoidance (19), lane departure (18).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Ford Escape get?
EPA ratings run up to 30 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Ford Escape repair manual?
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