There are no safety recalls for the 2007 Ford Escape HEV, but owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
2007 Ford Escape HEV problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 2
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,472 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2007 Ford Escape HEV complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Structure · at 205,000 miles · reported Mar 15, 2019
My 2007 ford escape is in mint condition. I found out today I should not drive it. My mechanic told me it's very unsafe. The frame is rusting out in back of the rear wheel and rust has broken the area where the shock absorber attaches to the frame. Perfect tuning car that I can't use. Unbelievable.
Service Brakes · at 172,000 miles · reported Mar 14, 2017
The brakes do not work. There is little to no braking power when depressing the brake, and the brakes feel stiff to engage. One shop fixed all my rotors and pads and a caliper, but the brakes still did not function. They told me I had to go to a dealer to get the brakes bled... Nothing else could be done. So I took it to a ford dealer and they said it would cost over $4000 to fix. The main ABS control unit and hydraulic control unit were what the computers said were the problem. After some pleading, they agreed to try a used part for only $900. After installing the used part, the brakes still…
Engine · at 70,000 miles · reported Nov 12, 2012
Multiple problems have been happening for about 10 months now on this vehicle which relates to its safety. I bought this vehicle in fall 2011 from saint clair ford dealership in michigan. In jan of 2012, I was driving home from work via telegraph north around 50mph and near maple road the vehicle suddenly said -there is a theft, bring vehicle to stop safely in the middle of 50mph traffic(This road is very busy)! It was so scary. I was able to bring the vehicle to the shoulder finally. I restarted the vehicle and after about 2 more tries it started driving again and then few days later it…
Electrical System · at 77,000 miles · reported Jul 17, 2012
Within 3 minutes of starting vehicle, "stop vehicle safely" message was displayed along with a red warning triangle. Vehicle shut down within a few seconds. Truck was put on a trailer and brought to a ford dealership. Three codes were present, one being p0a27. Ford's "fix" is to install a service harness and flash the BCM. ( See ford's csp 07b48 and later TSB 09-18-6) although there was never a recall, "some 2007-2007 escape hybrid vehicles built from 10-13-2003 to 12-19-2006" may experience this problem. According to ford, this vehicle was not one of the affected ones, yet it has the same…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 60,500 miles · reported Apr 10, 2012
No prior issue -just started to rev up while driving then conked out-in the middle of the road have had it diagnosed and the transmission is shot- no issue with the transmission fluid-no smell nothing I basically only drive the care up and down the street I live -not a beltway driver-never drive in snow since I AM second owner - bought when 1 year old- have had 5 years ford refuses to offer warranty as it is 6 years also have had repeated issues with a sticking gas pedal- non accelerating -just sticking and having to force it to release by constant pressing on it.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Ford Escape HEV have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2007 Ford Escape HEV as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Ford Escape HEV?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,472 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.