Compare two vehicles

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 · 26 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2025 Ford Escape

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2025 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 and Escape has more complaint activity. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

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

Record 2026 Ford Escape 2025 Ford Escape Difference
Total recalls 2 9 Escape has 7 more recalls
Total complaints 2 18 Escape has 16 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 Similar
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 21 71 Escape has 50 more communications
Recall completion reports 2 22 Escape has 20 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 4 6 Escape has 2 more software notices
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall May 12, 2026 Mar 3, 2026 Escape has newer activity
Latest complaint Feb 25, 2026 May 24, 2026 Escape has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Electrical System Engine Fuel Propulsion System
  • Visibility Wiper
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Engine
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 26 combined MPG 26 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,300 $2,300 Similar
Safety-rating records 5 5 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2026 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 engine fuel propulsion system and visibility wiper repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2025 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 unknown or other and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2026 Ford Escape

  • Electrical System Engine Fuel Propulsion System: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Visibility Wiper: cameras, glass, wipers, defrost, mirrors

2025 Ford Escape

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

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