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2026 FORD ESCAPE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

0

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

0

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

The 2026 FORD ESCAPE has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR.

Recalls for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE, potentially affecting up to 780 vehicles.

Recall 25V862000 — SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

| 780 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened.

Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the seat belt retractor bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C68....

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Owner Complaints for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE.

Safety Rating for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2026 FORD ESCAPE in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2026 FORD ESCAPE

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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