2022 Ford Escape Hybrid problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid sits mid-pack among Escape Hybrid years: 82 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 111, with no recalls and one closed investigation.
Engine leads the complaint categories with 31 reports (38% of the total).
82
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
7
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2022 compare to other Escape Hybrid years?
What are the most common 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 38% | — flat |
| Brakes | 12 | 15% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 8 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Driver Assistance | 7 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 6 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Other | 5 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 3 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 3 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 2% | — flat |
| Airbags | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“We were driving on the interstate and the car began to make a metallic clicking/ticking sound. We started to move to the shoulder as we thought it might be a tire issue when we saw an orange glow reflected on the concrete. As soon as we reached the shoulder the engine started pouring out smoke and…”
“On November 12, 2022 at approximately 1:00 p.m. an incident occurred with my 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid in Columbia, MO. As I was parking in the Forum Theater parking lot, the engine surged and I had no brakes. I was at a dead stop and when I released the brake to move into a parking slot, the engine…”
“The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…”
“The contact owned 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 65 MPH uphill, another vehicle attempting to make a left turn in front of the vehicle crashed into the vehicle. The contact stated that several air bags deployed inside the vehicle; however, the steering wheel…”
“My vehicle has a broken spot weld visible on the driver's door near the hinge. This is becoming a more common problem with Escapes according to posts I'm reading on various forums. ”
2022 Ford Escape Hybrid — common questions
Is the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 82 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Escape Hybrid year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2022 Escape Hybrid problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (31 complaints), brakes (12 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints).
Does the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid.
Is the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation 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.