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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 24 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 24 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2018 Ford Escape

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2018 Ford Escape

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Escape needs more recall homework, Escape has more complaint activity and Escape has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Ford Escape 2018 Ford Escape Difference
Total recalls 3 4 Escape has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 534 1,663 Escape has 1,129 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 24 / 3 / 20 / 0 25 / 5 / 22 / 0 Escape has 5 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 128 173 Escape has 45 more communications
Recall completion reports 16 20 Escape has 4 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Jan 15, 2026 Jan 15, 2026 Similar
Latest complaint May 30, 2026 May 31, 2026 Escape has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Power Train
  • Engine And Engine Cooling
  • Engine
  • Engine And Engine Cooling
  • Power Train
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 24 combined MPG 24 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,500 $2,500 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Ford Escape

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Ford Escape

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and engine and engine cooling repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Ford Escape

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

2018 Ford Escape

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show