2021
Ford
Escape
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181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
181 hp
Horsepower
190 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
8-Speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.6 - 9.0 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity55.6 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,077 mm
Front Legroom
1,034 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
WiFi Hotspot
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Lane Keeping
Blind Spot Monitor
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Parking Aid
Security
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft0.5"
4.59m
Width
6 ft2.1"
1.88m
Height
5 ft6.1"
1.68m
Wheelbase
8 ft10.7"
2.71m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Agate Black Metallic
#303030
Oxford White
#E4E4E4
Desert Gold Metallic
#D2CDB8
Velocity Blue Metallic
#3A8EC6
Antimatter Blue Metallic
#142F47
Iconic Silver Metallic
#C7CAD0
Bronze Fire Metallic
#B20F2A
Carbonized Gray Metallic
#4F453E
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#E60E28
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
#FDFFFB
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
240 complaints reported to NHTSA
240
Total Reports
8
Crashes
5
Injuries
8
Fires
Most Common Issues
STRUCTURE
78
SERVICE BRAKES
47
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
38
ENGINE
26
FUEL SYSTEM
22
GASOLINE
22
Recent Reports
ODI #11699803
Nov 17, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A plastic trim piece in the sunroof fell onto the shade. when the shade was opened it caused the shade to be disconnected from the open/close mechanism and roll back onto its spring loaded roller. the dealer quoted $1800 to fix it. not cover by ford or endurance warranty
Incident: Jun 2, 2025VIN: 1FMCU9J92MU***
ODI #11699688
Nov 16, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHERENGINE
This vehicle! It eats so much gas. Something is wrong. It makes a weird noise and puts itself into modes of sports, ice/snow, eco, slippery all by itself while I am driving. My RPMs will change and car makes a different sound and it is in a different driving mode without being put in it by me. It puts itself in auto mode and shuts off at red lights and starts back up when I put on the gas and this is not a hybrid.
Incident: Oct 7, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0H62MU***
ODI #11698706
Nov 11, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Ford Escape has an open recall on the fuel injectors. I took my car in once because there was a smell of fumes when using my a/c. When I mentioned the fuel injectors to the dealership, they said they would look at it. The dealership said they couldn't get the smell, but once they popped the hood, they could smell the gas. They fixed them then. Now there is a recall on the recall on the fuel injectors. My car has the smell of fumes again. I think the fumes are making me sick, I can't even use my a/c or heater some days. I can't be driving around with the fumes for my sake or my 2-year old daughter. It can't be safe for her to be in my car.
Incident: Sep 1, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0G69MU***
ODI #11698748
Nov 11, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
When putting the car in reverse the brakes make an awful Screaming noise. It sounds like they are not releasing. Then when you go in drive and want to stop it doesn't want to. It is not all the time but more so then not.
Incident: Oct 23, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0BZ2MU***
ODI #11698818
Nov 11, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Sunroof Shade curtain will not roll away when I try to open the roof shade. It crumbles up at the back or just doesn't roll up with the track. I have read several online Ford forums and a lot of people have been complaining about this issue. Could someone please look into this and see if this is a manufacturing problem, thank you.
Incident: Nov 8, 2025VIN: 1FMCU9DZ9MU***
ODI #11697350
Nov 4, 2025
POWER TRAINENGINE
2021 Ford Escape. In January 2025 the turbo system failed and was replaced by a Ford dealer for about $5,903.85. Around five months later the transmission required repairs for a valve body issue, totaling roughly $3,000 in August. Two months after that repair, Firestone advised that the entire transmission now needs replacement. Each time the problem appeared, the vehicle showed violent slippage while upshifting and downshifting. When coming to a stop, the car would shake violently, slip forward several inches while my foot was still on the brake, and sometimes hesitate or lose power. Recently the vehicle will stop responding to acceleration, then suddenly surge forward without warning. These repeated transmission failures have created serious safety risks and appear consistent with ongoing problems involving the Ford 8F35 transmission used in the 2021 Escape.
Incident: Oct 22, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0H61MU***
ODI #11696274
Oct 29, 2025
ENGINEFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA Recall 25V467 was issued in July 2025. It has been over 3 months of constant fear for under-hood fire from possible fuel injector crack. My family's safety has been at risk long enough, this needs a permanent fix please!
Incident: Oct 29, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0H65MU***
ODI #11695555
Oct 25, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLENGINEFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My engine has been misfiring since I purchased my vehicle from a Ford Dealership in Mooresville, NC. At least, I think it is misfiring. My vehicle did not pass an emissions test and I had it inspected at a Ford Dealership in Statesville, NC. They told me I have a transmission fluid leak. I went to a transmission specialist, and we stood under my car while he showed me that the transmission is not leaking in any way. This when I learned of the fuel injection recall. He wants to help in discerning what the problem actually is, but I need to address the recall issue first. I have to do something, as I need my car for my Uber side job, but I'm being told that I have no option. Please, help. I'll provide any additional information that you may need. Thank you.
Incident: Feb 27, 2025VIN: 1FMCU0G66MU***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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