2016 Ford Escape electrical system problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 6, 2026MIDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   Ford had a recall for backup camera issues issued 10/13/2025. It’s been almost 1 year and no remedy. What is considered a reasonable timeline for this? Is there any way to expedite Fords process to get the parts in for the recall? Any information you can provide will be helpful. Thank you.

   NHTSA complaint #11769482 · source
2. Filed Oct 1, 2026FLElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Rear view camera fails frequently displaying a distorted image or no image with an error message. This creates danger to all parties involved and unnecessary risk to property. Manufacturer issued a recall in October 2025 and has failed to provide a timely repair, they should face reprimand.

   NHTSA complaint #11768409 · source
3. Filed Oct 1, 2026ILDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Recall under 25SA9 has not been remedied a whole year later. Not having my back up camera has caused safety incidents. And a few damages from things I could not see

   NHTSA complaint #11768275 · source
4. Filed Sep 9, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   On July 7, 2026, at approximately 113,080 miles, my 2016 Ford Escape displayed a “Transmission Fault – Service Now” warning. The exact failed component is currently UNKNOWN, but the issue appears to involve the transmission/powertrain and possibly an electrical fault. While driving, I experienced abnormal symptoms including a rotational/squeaking noise from the front-right area and an air-leak/pressure-type noise from the right side. The pressure-type noise could also be…

   NHTSA complaint #11763197 · source
5. Filed Aug 25, 202670,000 miGADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while in reverse(R) on several occasions, the rear-view camera went black and failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that the radio turned on and off independently, and the screen failed to operate as intended. The manufacturer was notified of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11759363 · source
6. Filed Aug 23, 2026UTElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

   My 2016 Ford Escape is subject to safety recall 25SA9 / NHTSA 25V695 involving the rearview camera. Ford's recall states that the rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image in reverse, or may display a message that camera is unavailable. The rearview camera is now completely nonfunctional. It previously worked intermittently but progressively worsened and is gone now. When I place the vehicle in reverse, the center display either remains blank or continues…

   NHTSA complaint #11758938 · source
7. Filed Aug 23, 2026VAElectrical System

   I am filing this complaint regarding a serious safety issue with the rearview camera on my Ford vehicle. My rearview/backup camera does not function properly when I place the vehicle in reverse. The display either shows a blank screen or a severely distorted image, preventing me from reliably seeing the area behind my vehicle. Ford issued a safety recall concerning rearview-camera problems in October 2025. I have contacted Ford/dealership personnel regarding the recall and…

   NHTSA complaint #11758868 · source
8. Filed Jul 27, 2026FLDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The rear view camera does not work at times and when it does the image is distorted and discolored and it is also upside down.

   NHTSA complaint #11753009 · source
9. Filed Jun 27, 2026MAElectrical System

   There is an active safety recall on the vehicle and FORD wants to charge to diagnose the recall. When I first inquired about the recall they said they didn’t have the part to fix that recall but wanted me to bring it into the shop to diagnose it and that would cost money. They said that even if I did bring it into to diagnose they could not do anything but let me know if they get the part but that the company no longer makes the part so it won’t get fixed anyways.

   NHTSA complaint #11746936 · source
10. Filed May 28, 2026138,000 miILElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated Instrument display went out. warnings are being indicated but not able to see the warning as well as mileage due to the instrument panel being blank. The dealer was contact; however the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11740639 · source
11. Filed Feb 6, 2026SCDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

    Recall issue: The vehicle failed and became disabled due to the shift cable bushing while in a parking lot on private property, with driver in the vehicle. The gear would not shift or go into park and continued to roll forward until either I hit the curb or applied the brake. Ford will not pay for the tow or diagnostic fee to have the problem diagnosed at another body shop (before I knew of the recall) Ford will not replace shift cable, only install protective cap. Recall…

    NHTSA complaint #11716331 · source
12. Filed Jan 22, 2026PAElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

    I have a 2016 Ford Escape SE with the Ecoboost engine. I have been experiencing the same issue with misfires in port 4 which also shows an open circuit every time as well for over the past year. The dealership has replaced everything underneath including but not limited to my spark plugs, wires, coils, and even my entire wiring harness. The issue is still happening and they do not know what is causing it. I think my vehicle may fall under the complaint failure FORD currently…

    NHTSA complaint #11712595 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology