How many suspension, wheel, and tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Ford Escape?

NHTSA lists 32 complaints in this area for the 2018 Escape, which is about 2% of the 1,797 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to suspension or tires on the 2018 Ford Escape?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2018 Escape.

At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2018 Escape is 49,000 miles.

Did any of these suspension or tire issues cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 1 crash and 0 injuries or fires tied to suspension, wheels & tire complaints for the 2018 Escape.

How does the 2018 Escape compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2018 Escape had 32 complaints (2% share), lower than years like 2017 with 89 complaints (3% share) and 2014 with 70 complaints (3% share).

2018 Ford Escape Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2018 Ford Escape, about 2% of its 1,797 total complaints. There is 1 crash and no fires tied to this area, with a median failure mileage of 49,000 and no related recalls filed.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 32; 2% of 1,797
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 49,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front wheels or struts have reportedly buckled or detached suddenly during normal driving, in one case causing loss of control and a crash.
Owners describe lug nuts that swell and become impossible to remove with the factory-supplied wrench, sometimes discovered only during routine tire rotations or after a flat.
Several owners report tire sidewall bulges or failures they say were not caused by road hazards, occurring at highway speed.
Rear suspension components such as trailing arm bushings, dog bone control arms, and struts have been found worn or detached during dealership inspections or after unusual noises while driving.
Some owners noted tire pressure warnings preceding a discovered flat or damaged tire, requiring roadside assistance.

When 2018 Ford Escape suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 10, 2018, latest Jun 28, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2018 to Jun 2026; peak Jul 2022 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2018 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, wheel, and tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Ford Escape?: NHTSA lists 32 complaints in this area for the 2018 Escape, which is about 2% of the 1,797 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to suspension or tires on the 2018 Ford Escape?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2018 Escape.
At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2018 Escape is 49,000 miles.
Did any of these suspension or tire issues cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 1 crash and 0 injuries or fires tied to suspension, wheels & tire complaints for the 2018 Escape.
How does the 2018 Escape compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2018 Escape had 32 complaints (2% share), lower than years like 2017 with 89 complaints (3% share) and 2014 with 70 complaints (3% share).