2015 FORD ESCAPE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Escape. This model year has 980 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2015 Ford Escape Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Ford Escape. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 278 | 4 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 274 | 4 | 9 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 127 | 2 | 6 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 122 | 2 | 10 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 78 | 5 | 2 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 69 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 48 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 35 | — | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 24 | 5 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 16 | 11 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 10 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Ford Escape. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was intermittently inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Preventio…
The back up camera cuts out randomly. Sometimes mid back up. It has been recalled for quite sometime and there is still no remedy available
Vehicle has 126,000 miles on it and has a coolant intrusion into the engine. This has also caused my heater to go out with a weird smell and making the engine shake when driving.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera displayed a distorted or upside-down image. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact had previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25…
On 4-13-26 an unknown subject hit my wife head on causing significant damage to our vehicle. None of the airbags deployed causing injury to my wife’s forehead, right foot and left knee
The contact owns a 2015 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 local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exc…
My 2015 Ford Escape is diagnosed with a coolant intrusion due to flawed design issues by Ford. Coolant is slowly leaking into valve 2 and causing white smoke upon startup. The engine block is cracked due to faulty coolant system by per the designed of Ford. Only remedy is a new e…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a blank image while in reverse(R). Due to the rear-view camera failure, the contact had bumped into various objects or vehicles while in reverse(R). The contact received notification of NHT…
See attached document for complaint. I am writing regarding the above-referenced recall for my 2015 Ford Escape. In October 2025, I received notice of the recall related to my vehicle. However, prior to receiving this notice, in September 2025, I opted to have my local Ford Deal…
MIL activated, reported misfire in cylinder 2. Attempted to replace spark plugs but they had seized. Took to dealership: was told coolant leaked into cylinder and entire engine needed to be replaced. Technician said this was common with Ecoboost engines for this model year, but n…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle due to a potential fire risk. The contact received notification…
The back up/rear view camera display a blank or distorted image while in reverse and has reduced and distorted my view of what is behind in not one, but on both my 2015 Fords which have been recalled. I have come close on several occasions to having an accident. I got a letter …
Took care & kept up with car maintenance quite regularly, including oil and transmission fluid drain & fills. No signs of any issues. Going uphill and suddenly transmission starts slipping and pump is suddenly whirring loud. No urgent lights or dash messages. Drove it a little fu…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while in reverse(R) the rearview camera intermittently displayed a blank screen. The failure later became a permanent failure, and the camera was inoperable. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2…
THE FORD ESCAPE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT AND THEN APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MINUTES LATER IT CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the rear-view camera became inoperable. The rear-view camera intermittently failed, with the image fluctuating and failing to properly operate. The contact received notification of NHTSA …
(1) What happened? Suddenly the rear camera screen went blank. It took me half a second to realize the problem and to react and automatically stepping the breaks. Luckily, there was no one behind the car. (2) What component or system failed or malfunctioned? Rear Camera View/…
The contact owns a 2015 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 the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image or a black …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was intermittently distorted or was inoperative. The failure had occurred on several occasions. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notif…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera image failed to function properly and intermittently failed to display. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Ford Escape.
Recalls for 2015 Ford Escape
9 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford Escape. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2015 Ford Escape — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Ford Escape reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2015 Ford Escape has 980 NHTSA owner complaints, 27 crash-related, and 9 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (278 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Escape?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (278 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (274 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (127 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Ford Escape?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Ford Escape?▾
The 2015 Ford Escape has 27 crash-related complaints and 19 fire reports out of 980 total NHTSA complaints. 32 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Ford Escape have any recalls?▾
Yes — 9 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Ford Escape. The largest issue: SEAT BELTS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Ford Escape?▾
The 2015 Ford Escape has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Escape reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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