How many suspension, wheels and tires complaints does the 2013 Ford Escape have?

NHTSA lists 64 complaints in this area for the 2013 Escape, which is about 2% of its 2,749 total complaints for the model year.

Is there a recall for suspension or tire problems on the 2013 Ford Escape?

No related recalls are listed for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires component on the 2013 Ford Escape.

At what mileage do suspension or tire problems typically show up on the 2013 Escape?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 57,894 miles.

Did suspension or tire failures cause any crashes on the 2013 Ford Escape?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2013 Escape, with no fires reported.

How does the 2013 Escape compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2013 Escape had 64 complaints (2% share), lower in share than years like 2015, 2016, and 2019, which each reported a 4% share of complaints in this area.

2013 Ford Escape Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 64 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2013 Ford Escape, about 2% of its 2,749 total complaints. Owners report tire blowouts, front-end suspension failures, clunking noises, and rear shock damage, with a median failure mileage of 57,894 miles. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 64; 2% of 2,749
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 57,894 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front or rear tires blow out or lose tread while driving at highway speeds, sometimes causing loss of control or a crash.
Front end suspension components fail during evasive maneuvers, leading to loss of control and collision with curbs or signs.
Clunking or clicking noises come from the front end and persist even after dealer service visits addressing related technical bulletins.
Banging or creeping noises occur from the rear suspension when driving over bumps, not resolved by tightening rear end links.
Rear shock absorbers detach or tear near the top, discovered during unrelated tire repairs.
Vehicle bounces repeatedly after driving over an uneven road surface, described by an owner as unusual and unsettling.

When 2013 Ford Escape suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 16, 2012, latest Jun 1, 2026.

64 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2012 Q3 to 2026 Q2; peak 2019 Q1 (4).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2013 Ford Escape

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Escape model year

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

201042 (2%)
201142 (3%)
201215 (3%)
201364 (2%)
201470 (3%)
201542 (4%)
201641 (4%)
201789 (3%)
201832 (2%)
201923 (4%)
202036 (2%)
20217 (2%)
20227 (3%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (1%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels and tires complaints does the 2013 Ford Escape have?: NHTSA lists 64 complaints in this area for the 2013 Escape, which is about 2% of its 2,749 total complaints for the model year.
Is there a recall for suspension or tire problems on the 2013 Ford Escape?: No related recalls are listed for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires component on the 2013 Ford Escape.
At what mileage do suspension or tire problems typically show up on the 2013 Escape?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 57,894 miles.
Did suspension or tire failures cause any crashes on the 2013 Ford Escape?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 2 injuries linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2013 Escape, with no fires reported.
How does the 2013 Escape compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2013 Escape had 64 complaints (2% share), lower in share than years like 2015, 2016, and 2019, which each reported a 4% share of complaints in this area.