2014 Ford Escape Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 47 brake complaints for the 2014 Ford Escape, 2% of its 2,084 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 34,000 miles. Two crashes and three fires are linked to this component, and no related recalls are on file.
- Brakes complaints
- 47
- 2% of 2,084
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 34,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal suddenly going to the floor or failing to respond while driving downhill or at highway speed, in some cases leading to a crash.
- Grinding or squealing noises occur when braking, sometimes worsening at night and triggering the ABS system to activate unexpectedly.
- Warning lights for the air bag, ABS, and electronic stability control have illuminated together, with dealers attributing the issue to the restraint control module.
- Brake fluid has been found low or leaking from a reservoir that was not properly seated on the engine, triggering a low-fluid warning.
- Some owners describe premature wear of rear brake pads and rotors, with dealers citing a rusted slide pin as the cause and declining warranty coverage.
- A few reports describe brake failure occurring alongside engine failure and smoke or fire while driving.
When 2014 Ford Escape brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 6, 2014, latest Jan 12, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2014 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Escape?
- NHTSA lists 47 brake-related 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 2014 Ford Escape brakes?
- No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the brake complaints on the 2014 Ford Escape.
- At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2014 Escape?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2014 Ford Escape is 34,000 miles.
- Have brake problems on the 2014 Escape caused crashes or fires?
- NHTSA complaint data links 2 crashes and 3 fires to brake-related issues on the 2014 Ford Escape.
- How does the 2014 Escape compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2014 Escape's brake complaints make up 2% of its total complaints, lower than the 4% shares seen in 2010, 2012, and 2013, based on NHTSA data.