Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2022 Escape Escape 21 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
3
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 67% | new |
| Other | 1 | 33% | new |
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Defect
Escape Trailer is recalling certain 2021-2022 Escape 17, 19, 21, and 5.0TA travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Consequence
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the quick disconnects, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2022. Owners may contact Escape Trailer's customer service at 1-604-703-1650.
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“The rear frameless window became detached from its adhesive strip at the top while the trailer was stationary at the campground. The left side window glass fell off and hit the steel bumper, shattering the black/smoked outer layer of glass. The window is Lippert part no. V000505731 size is 48…”
“The rear frameless window became detached from its adhesive strip at the top while the trailer was stationary at the campground. The left side window glass fell off and hit the steel bumper, shattering the black/smoked outer layer of glass. The window is Lippert part no. V000505731 size is 48…”
The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Escape Escape 21. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.