2019 FORD ESCAPE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Escape. This model year has 517 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2019 Ford Escape Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Escape. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 346 | 3 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 111 | 6 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 35 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 34 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 9 | 9 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 9 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 8 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Ford Escape. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Coolant intrusion issue causing excessive smoke and coolant leakage. Ford is aware of the issue and provided a service notice but no recall and an extension of coverage but. Y. Vehicle falls beyond that scope due to mileage. The repair solution is a brand new engine on a known …
Coolant intrusion into cylinder
2019 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0L EcoBoost, VIN [XXX] , ~51,000 miles, built March 2019. Sioux Falls Ford performed full TSB 19-2346 / 22-2229 diagnostic on April 23, 2026 and confirmed coolant intrusion into cylinder #3 with visible damage on borescope. Check engine light has occur…
I was in an accident that envolved a rock wall and not 1 airbag deployed. Damage was severe enough for at least 2 should have deployed.
I purchased the vehicle on February 10, 2026, at which time it had approximately 31,000 miles. Within one week, the check engine light illuminated. I brought the vehicle to a repair shop, where diagnostic testing identified a fault related to spark plug #2. Further inspection re…
on March 26, 2026 my engine light turned on and I’m getting in misfire on my car, and all of a sudden I can’t run more 40 mph or my car start shaking. I went to AutoZone to get it checked and the the result is, they are needing to replace the cylinder 3 coil pack or spark plugs. …
My vehicle has stop working because the engine has a crack and coolant is leaking into cylinder block. My vehicle is currently at a Ford dealership and I was directed by my warranty plan. The dealership inspected vehicle and found the issue... Ford warranty does not want to …
Cylinder 4 misfire code caused a check engine light. Brought to mechanic who replaced all spark plugs and the cylinder 4 coil pack. The code came back later that day. I started noticing a low coolant level and one instance of white smoke on startup. I brought the vehicle to the d…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH on a local roadway, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and failed to accelerate. The engine and oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and…
Engine failure due to overheating and leaking antifreeze but not a viable leak Misfire cylinder 1 and 3 repeatedly White smoke
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 acce…
Coolant leak via head gasket failure on cylinder number 3. Trouble light (check engine) reported on the dashboard.
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 mecha…
I have a 2019 Escape with only 33k miles. The check engine light came on for P0304cyl 4 misfire and on/off again rough idle. Ford service had technician pulled plug on cylinder four and used a borescope and found coolant leaking into engine. Ford has a known TSB for coolant intru…
We just bought this vehicle 3 weeks ago, paid sales tax and first car payment. The check engine light came on for P0304cyl 4 misfire, notice white smoke blowing from exhaust and low coolant level. Had technician pull plug four and used a boriscope and found coolant leaking into e…
Ford at Jim Ellis dealership in [XXX] [XXX] look at my car last Thursday and gave me only one code P0304 which means tune up but texted me that my car need $8000 of labor and $6k of a new engine, without an explanation. Prior too the vin they pulled up showed Cust satisfaction …
I initially replaced the entire Y coolant hose to the coolant system. Six months later I had to replace a secondary coolant hose separate from the initial one. Initially, it cost me about $600 and then $300 for the second incident. Now March 22 I have to replace a coolant bypass …
In June 2025 vehicle had no coolant in tank, refilled and monitored, July 2025 check engine light appeared and code for cylinder 3 misfire, Aug 2025 vehicle went to local certified automotive repair company who began running diagnostics, replaced spark plug and coil #3. After re…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed or while the vehicle was parked, there was a loud ticking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diag…
Rear right passenger seatbelt came apart at the webbing. When my granddaughter tried to buckle her seatbelt it came apart in her hands. This has been confirmed by the dealer, it appears to have been severed but there has been no accidents.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Ford Escape.
Recalls for 2019 Ford Escape
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.
2019 Ford Escape — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Ford Escape reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2019 Ford Escape has 517 NHTSA owner complaints, 23 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (346 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Escape?▾
#1: Engine Problems (346 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (111 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (35 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Ford Escape?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Escape?▾
The 2019 Ford Escape has 23 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 517 total NHTSA complaints. 28 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Ford Escape have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Ford Escape. The largest issue: TIRES. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Escape?▾
The 2019 Ford Escape has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems 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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