How many transmission complaints does the 2014 Ford Escape have?

NHTSA lists 481 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Escape, which is 23% of all 2,084 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Ford Escape?

Yes. Recall 18V471000 covers 2013-2014 Escapes with six-speed automatics for a shifter cable bushing that can let the vehicle roll away from park, and recall 22V413000 covers an expanded range of Ford models for the same bushing issue.

At what mileage do 2014 Ford Escape transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 89,804 miles.

Did the transmission issue cause any injuries or fires?

NHTSA records 13 crashes, 4 fires, and 7 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2014 Escape.

2014 Ford Escape Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 481 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Ford Escape, 23% of all complaints for the year, tied to 13 crashes, 4 fires, and 7 injuries. Median mileage at failure is 89,804. Two recalls (18V471000 and 22V413000) address a shifter cable bushing linked to these rollaway reports.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 481; 23% of 2,084
Crashes reported: 13
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 89,804 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles in park roll backwards down driveways or inclines, sometimes striking objects, other vehicles, or dragging the driver.
Owners report sudden loss of motive power while parked or driving, requiring towing.
Some vehicles lurch or jolt forward unexpectedly after being shifted into park, causing collisions.
At highway speeds, some owners describe the engine seizing or losing power along with smoke or fire near the hood.
Repeated failures were reported even after dealers replaced the shifter cable bushing under recall 18V471000.
One complaint describes hard steering and delayed braking occurring together with a transmission failure.

When 2014 Ford Escape transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 23, 2013, latest Aug 30, 2026.

481 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2022 Q3 (45).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 Ford Escape

NHTSA 22V413000Jun 10, 2022Transmission & Powertrain2,925,968 vehicles
Power train:shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
NHTSA 18V471000Jul 16, 2018Transmission & Powertrain504,182 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Risk: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S20. Note: Owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Escape model year

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

2010508 (25%)
2011268 (20%)
201266 (11%)
2013401 (15%)
2014481 (23%)
2015286 (26%)
2016320 (28%)
2017390 (15%)
2018271 (15%)
2019125 (21%)
2020239 (15%)
202143 (12%)
202231 (13%)
202321 (21%)
20242 (3%)
20253 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2014 Ford Escape have?: NHTSA lists 481 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Escape, which is 23% of all 2,084 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Ford Escape?: Yes. Recall 18V471000 covers 2013-2014 Escapes with six-speed automatics for a shifter cable bushing that can let the vehicle roll away from park, and recall 22V413000 covers an expanded range of Ford models for the same bushing issue.
At what mileage do 2014 Ford Escape transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 89,804 miles.
Did the transmission issue cause any injuries or fires?: NHTSA records 13 crashes, 4 fires, and 7 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2014 Escape.