2007 Ford Escape Hybrid problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Worth extra scrutiny
The 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid sits mid-pack among Escape Hybrid years: 156 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 111, with no recalls and 2 closed investigations.
Brakes leads the complaint categories with 49 reports (31% of the total).
156
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
1
Crash-involved
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Escape Hybrid years?
What are the most common 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 49 | 31% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 34 | 22% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 19 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 13 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 13 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 12 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 4 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Other | 4 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WENT TO PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO NOT HIT AN ANIMAL AND YELLOW ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES,RED BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, AND "SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM" MESSAGE APPEARED AND THE CAR JUST SLID. ONCE DRIVING YOUR ABS SYSTEM IS DEACTIVATED CAUSING THE CAR TO JUST SLIDE WHEN PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. AN OBDI CODE…”
“2007 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SMOKE BEGAN TO ENTER THE VEHICLE FROM UNDER THE DASH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. MINUTES THE LATER, THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF…”
“2007 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SMOKE BEGAN TO ENTER THE VEHICLE FROM UNDER THE DASH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. MINUTES THE LATER, THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE…”
“2007 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT *CN THAT CONSUMER STATED SHE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL. SHE CALLED HER LOCAL DEALER, WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED PART OF THE SERVICE SHE HAD DONE ON HER VEHICLE IN OCTOBER 2011, WAS…”
2007 Ford Escape Hybrid — common questions
Is the 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?
It is close to typical for the Escape Hybrid: 156 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.
What are the most common 2007 Escape Hybrid problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (49 complaints), engine (34 complaints), electrical system (19 complaints).
Does the 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid.
Is the 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Ford Escape Hybrid years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Escape Hybrid years to avoid are 2008, 2020, 2006, 2005, 2009. The cleanest record among Escape Hybrid years belongs to 2024.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.