This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2026 Ford Escape.
26–40 mpg combined
5.9–9 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
The 2026 Ford Escape has 3 recalls, the most serious being a park mechanism that may fail to hold the vehicle in place after shifting into park, allowing it to roll away and raising the risk of a crash.
Plug-in hybrid models carry an additional concern: a defect in one or more high-voltage battery cells can cause an internal short circuit, which may cut drive power without warning or, in a more serious scenario, lead to a fire. Owners of plug-in hybrid trims should be aware this recall also covers that configuration specifically. On the occupant safety side, the mounting hardware securing the rear left and right seatbelt retractors may not be fastened tightly enough. If a retractor shifts or pulls free in a crash, the belt may not hold the occupant back the way it is designed to, increasing the chance of injury.
At a glance
What can fail
The integrated park module may fail to lock when you shift into park, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll.
What the fix does
Software in the Secondary On Board Diagnostic Module C will be updated over-the-air or at a dealer, at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing defect in one or more high voltage battery cells may cause an internal short circuit, leading to battery failure in certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrids.
What the fix does
Ford is developing a repair. Until completed, use only Auto EV mode and charge the battery to a maximum of 80% capacity.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the seat belt retractors on the left and right rear passenger seats may come loose, preventing the retractors from holding properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor bolts and tighten or replace them as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
