2019 Ford Escape fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 2, 2026MSEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I am reporting a dangerous manufacturing defect regarding internal engine coolant intrusion on my 2019 Ford Escape SEL at less than 70,000 miles. Upon starting the vehicle after it sat parked overnight, a massive cloud of heavy white smoke erupted from the exhaust system and both sides of the vehicle, clearing after 1–2 minutes. The vehicle also exhibits a severe structural shudder and a mechanical groaning noise when shifting gears due to engine misfires caused by this…

   NHTSA complaint #11768512 · source
2. Filed Jul 16, 2026GAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Ford only showed one code P0403 tuneup with a written statement I asked for wanting 15k for a new engine and verbal;y stating I need a whole new engine. The 2019 Ford escape began to smoke heavily while driving. I put over had the car towed to Ford dealer in sandy springs. As Ford is stating that this car needs a new engine the old recall existed from years ago has expired on the VIN number 2022. Just because I made a purchase from 2024 doesn't mean the the issues have been…

   NHTSA complaint #11750774 · source
3. Filed Jun 7, 2026TNElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I am reporting the failure of Ford Motor Company to perform a mandatory safety recall (Recall 22S43 / NHTSA ID 22V413) on my 2019 Ford Escape. This failure is compounded by evidence of falsified internal service records (OASIS reports) that misrepresent the vehicle's recall status as 'completed.' ​Furthermore, the failure to perform this specific recall directly prevented a necessary diagnostic inspection of the transmission linkage and adjacent engine compartment. Had this…

   NHTSA complaint #11742528 · source
4. Filed May 30, 2026CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   2019 Ford Escape with a documented history of powertrain failures. White smoke on cold start and engine stalling began around 48,000 miles; the dealer noted this engine is known for coolant intrusion. At about 62,000 miles the engine short block was replaced under Ford Field Service Action 21N12 / TSB 22-2322. Smoke, shaking, and stalling continued, and the engine intermittently cuts out when shifting into reverse and must be restarted. At about 87,000 miles the transmission…

   NHTSA complaint #11740983 · source
5. Filed May 6, 2026MIEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My vehicle I’ve had for 3 months and now it won’t start and it’s from a coolant leak flooding my engine. As they called it a coolant intrusion into my engine and will cost 12k to get this fixed as I need a whole new engine.

   NHTSA complaint #11736156 · source
6. Filed Apr 8, 202688,000 miWIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately start-up after refueling the vehicle. The accelerator pedal needed to be depressed to the floorboard before the vehicle would start-up. Additionally, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate after starting the vehicle. The check engine light illuminated several weeks after the initial failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed, and the contact…

   NHTSA complaint #11729986 · source
7. Filed Mar 27, 2026TXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I own a 2019 Ford Escape with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine. The vehicle began experiencing engine misfires and a powertrain malfunction warning. Diagnostic code P0302 appeared for cylinder 2 misfire. The coolant reservoir level began dropping without any visible external leaks. A mechanic performed a pressure test and confirmed there were no external coolant leaks, indicating coolant intrusion into the engine cylinder. This is a known defect affecting 2017 - 2019 Ford Escape 1.5L…

   NHTSA complaint #11727587 · source
8. Filed Feb 5, 2026PAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   my 2019 ford escape engine has recently taken a big decline due to coolant leaking into the cylinders of the car. i was told this is a common occurrence with 2019 Escapes, so why has it not been situated? it is unsafe and over all inconvenient for the ones who are with out a car now. my car decided in the middle of traveling that it was no longer going to move no matter how hard the gas was pushed, unsafe. the engine is now loud, shaky, and over heats, while idling and…

   NHTSA complaint #11715735 · source
9. Filed Aug 1, 202563,000 miVAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the contact received an unknown notification through the Ford Mobile App. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that the high-pressure fuel pump was damaged. The contact replaced the high-pressure fuel pump and the cam shaft follower. The contact…

   NHTSA complaint #11677737 · source
10. Filed Jul 21, 2025MOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Car has been experiencing the misfire in cylinder four. This is a known cause in the 1.5 L escapes. This is a 2.0 but it has the same issues not fair that they fixed 1.5 L and not the 2.0 causes a misfire due to coolant leaking into the cylinder burning coolant and then causing the motor to overheat. When that happens, you can be going on the highway and have an abrupt warning that causes the vehicle to drop to 20 mph without notice causing extreme safety concerns for just…

    NHTSA complaint #11675192 · source
11. Filed Jul 8, 2025145,000 miFLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal humming sound coming from the passenger’s side rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated; however, a message to turn off and restart the vehicle was displayed. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was started; however, the steering wheel was locked. The message to turn off and restart was displayed again. The vehicle was taken…

    NHTSA complaint #11671929 · source
12. Filed Apr 23, 2025MNEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Can inside motor caused damage to high pressure fuel pump on top of the motor. This caused metal to get into my motor and now requires a motor replacment

    NHTSA complaint #11656399 · 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