2022 Ford Escape Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 25 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 Ford Escape, 11% of its 231 total complaints for the year. The median mileage at failure is 7,500. Two related recalls exist: liftgate hinge covers (25V829000) and engine oil/fuel vapor fire risk on hybrid engines (22V484000).
- Structure & Body complaints
- 25
- 11% of 231
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 7,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Power liftgates fail to stay open and drop unexpectedly, in some cases striking the driver or passenger.
- Tailgates open or close on their own while the vehicle is being driven.
- Driver-side door check brackets or weld spots break loose, causing loud popping noises and doors that clunk or won't close properly.
- Paint bubbles and chips on body panels and seals even with normal care, described as looking like small blisters.
- Rear window and drip rail molding detach or loosen while driving at low speed, sometimes requiring repeated repairs.
- Roof rack applique pieces go missing or come loose while the vehicle is parked.
When 2022 Ford Escape body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 17, 2022, latest Jul 9, 2026.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2022 Ford Escape
- NHTSA 25V829000Dec 1, 2025Structure & Body108,762 vehicles
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles. The liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall, or replace any missing liftgate hinge covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD6. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
- NHTSA 22V484000Jul 7, 2022Structure & Body100,689 vehicles
Structure:body:bumpers:active shutters/grill
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
Structure & Body 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 Structure & Body complaints does the 2022 Ford Escape have?
- NHTSA lists 25 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 Escape, which is 11% of the 231 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Ford Escape liftgate?
- Yes. Recall 25V829000, reported December 1, 2025, covers 2020-2022 and 2025 Escape vehicles whose liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and can detach.
- At what mileage do these structure and body problems show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 7,500 at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2022 Escape.
- Were there any injuries linked to these complaints?
- NHTSA records 3 injuries among the 25 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 Escape, with 0 crashes and 0 fires reported.