How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Escape?

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2014 Ford Escape, making up 2% of the 2,084 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for airbags on the 2014 Ford Escape?

Yes. Recall 14V237000, reported May 7, 2014, covers the restraint control module (RCM) software, which may contain programming errors on 2013-2014 Escape and C-MAX models. Ford reprograms the RCM free of charge.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2014 Ford Escape?

The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints is 45,000 miles.

Were there injuries linked to airbag failures on the 2014 Ford Escape?

NHTSA data tied to these airbag complaints show 17 crashes, 2 fires, and 14 injuries.

What is the most common airbag complaint pattern on the 2014 Ford Escape?

The most frequent pattern owners describe is airbags failing to deploy during moderate-speed crashes, including rear-end and frontal collisions.

2014 Ford Escape Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2014 Ford Escape, 2% of all complaints that year, tied to 17 crashes and 14 injuries. Most describe airbags failing to deploy in moderate-speed collisions, at a median 45,000 miles. A related recall (14V237000) covers restraint control module software.

Airbags complaints: 32; 2% of 2,084
Crashes reported: 17
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 14
Median mileage: 45,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags fail to deploy during rear-end collisions at speeds around 35 to 40 mph, leading to secondary impacts with other vehicles.
Frontal crashes, including one into a landscaping stone and a head-on deer strike, resulted in no airbag deployment.
Some owners report only partial deployment, such as one airbag firing while others, including the driver's side door airbag, did not.
One owner linked non-deployment to a Takata-related recall notice, stating a service representative said the airbags had been shipped from the factory in a disabled state.
A driver's seat failure during a rear-end crash caused the seat to fall backward, contributing to loss of steering control, with airbags failing to deploy in that same incident.

When 2014 Ford Escape airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 11, 2014, latest Oct 15, 2023.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2014 to Oct 2023; peak Oct 2014 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2014 Ford Escape

NHTSA 14V237000May 7, 2014Airbags594,785 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 C-MAX, and Escape vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (RCM) may have errors in the programming software which may result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.
Risk: If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RCM, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S04.

Airbags complaints by Escape model year

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

201013 (1%)
201126 (2%)
201224 (4%)
201354 (2%)
201432 (2%)
201516 (1%)
201624 (2%)
201721 (1%)
20189 (1%)
201911 (2%)
202012 (1%)
20212 (1%)
20224 (2%)
20231 (1%)
20246 (8%)
20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Escape?: NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2014 Ford Escape, making up 2% of the 2,084 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for airbags on the 2014 Ford Escape?: Yes. Recall 14V237000, reported May 7, 2014, covers the restraint control module (RCM) software, which may contain programming errors on 2013-2014 Escape and C-MAX models. Ford reprograms the RCM free of charge.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2014 Ford Escape?: The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints is 45,000 miles.
Were there injuries linked to airbag failures on the 2014 Ford Escape?: NHTSA data tied to these airbag complaints show 17 crashes, 2 fires, and 14 injuries.
What is the most common airbag complaint pattern on the 2014 Ford Escape?: The most frequent pattern owners describe is airbags failing to deploy during moderate-speed crashes, including rear-end and frontal collisions.