How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Escape have?

NHTSA lists 42 brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Escape, which is 3% of the 1,316 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Ford Escape?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for brakes on the 2011 Ford Escape.

At what mileage do 2011 Ford Escape brake problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 63,183 miles for brake-related complaints on this model year.

What kind of brake failures do 2011 Ford Escape owners report?

Owners describe the brake pedal sinking to the floor with reduced pressure, delayed stopping, and in the Hybrid, complete loss of braking in electronic mode. Some also describe confusing the brake pedal with the accelerator.

Have brake problems caused crashes on the 2011 Ford Escape?

NHTSA records 3 crashes and 1 fire tied to brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Escape, out of 42 complaints in this area.

2011 Ford Escape Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 42 brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Escape, 3% of all complaints filed for that model year. Owners report brake pedals sinking to the floor, delayed or lost stopping power, and pedal confusion with the accelerator; median mileage at failure was 63,183. No related recalls are listed for this problem area.

Brakes complaints: 42; 3% of 1,316
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 63,183 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal travels abnormally close to the floorboard with little to no resistance or pressure in the braking system.
Some owners describe pressing the brake but the vehicle failing to stop as intended, leading to collisions or near-misses at low speeds.
Owners of the Escape Hybrid report total loss of braking while operating in electronic/battery mode with the motor not running.
Several drivers describe confusion between the brake and accelerator pedals, with the brake described as undersized, resulting in unintended acceleration into obstacles.
One complaint mentions a fire report tied to a brake failure event at low speed approaching a traffic light.

When 2011 Ford Escape brake complaints were filed

First complaint May 1, 2012, latest May 29, 2025.

42 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2012 to May 2025; peak Sep 2013 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Ford Escape

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Escape model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201078 (4%)
201142 (3%)
201224 (4%)
2013107 (4%)
201447 (2%)
201535 (3%)
201629 (3%)
201758 (2%)
201831 (2%)
201910 (2%)
202047 (3%)
202150 (14%)
202234 (15%)
20234 (4%)
20243 (4%)
20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Escape have?: NHTSA lists 42 brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Escape, which is 3% of the 1,316 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Ford Escape?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for brakes on the 2011 Ford Escape.
At what mileage do 2011 Ford Escape brake problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 63,183 miles for brake-related complaints on this model year.
What kind of brake failures do 2011 Ford Escape owners report?: Owners describe the brake pedal sinking to the floor with reduced pressure, delayed stopping, and in the Hybrid, complete loss of braking in electronic mode. Some also describe confusing the brake pedal with the accelerator.
Have brake problems caused crashes on the 2011 Ford Escape?: NHTSA records 3 crashes and 1 fire tied to brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Escape, out of 42 complaints in this area.