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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 · 26 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 28 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2022 Ford Escape

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2022 Ford Escape

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2022 Ford Escape

may cost less to fuel.

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

Public-record comparison

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

Record 2023 Ford Escape 2022 Ford Escape Difference
Total recalls 11 19 Escape has 8 more recalls
Total complaints 88 207 Escape has 119 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 2 / 3 / 1 / 0 6 / 4 / 6 / 0 Escape has 10 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 4 Escape has 4 more investigations
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 188 161 Escape has 27 more communications
Recall completion reports 56 89 Escape has 33 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 16 1 Escape has 15 more software notices
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Jun 6, 2025 Mar 3, 2026 Escape has newer activity
Latest complaint May 27, 2026 May 29, 2026 Escape has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Electrical System
  • Engine
  • Power Train
  • Fuel System Gasoline
  • Service Brakes
  • Unknown Or Other
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 26 combined MPG 28 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,300 $2,150 Escape about $150 less
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2023 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 electrical system and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2022 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 fuel system gasoline and service brakes repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2023 Ford Escape

  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks

2022 Ford Escape

  • Fuel System Gasoline: fuel smell, leaks, stalling, range or charging changes
  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

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