2011 Ford Escape
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Ford Escape is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 765 on record.
2011 Ford Escape at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2011 Ford Escape recalls 3
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become avail…
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimensio…
Fix: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for th…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2011 Ford Escape common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 1,312 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2011 Ford Escape safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Ford Escape SUV 4x4. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2011 Ford Escape MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2011 Ford Escape worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2011 Ford Escape costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,134) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,198), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2011 Ford Escape trims & engines on record
2011 Ford Escape vehicles on record
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG4BKB99906
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU9D74BKC54178
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0D71BKA27879
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG7BKB74188
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG0BKB74193
2011 Ford Escape Limited1FMCU9EG1BKB06763
2011 Ford Escape Limited1FMCU0EGXBKB39594
2011 Ford Escape Limited1FMCU9EG0BKC43368
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU9DG9BKC30958
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU9DG1BKA59087
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0D70BKB04094
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG9BKB74189
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0D74BKB60491
2011 Ford Escape XLS1FMCU0C77BKC65401
2011 Ford Escape XLS1FMCU0C70BKC29050
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU9DG8BKC35696
2011 Ford Escape Limited1FMCU9E72BKC31822
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU9DG9BKC46741
2011 Ford Escape Limited1FMCU0EG3BKC30030
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG5BKC46294
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG6BKB74182
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG3BKC40915
2011 Ford Escape XLT1FMCU0DG5BKC69994
2011 Ford Escape XLS1FMCU0C76BKC43244
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2011 Ford Escape — frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Ford Escape have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Ford Escape. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Escape?
Based on 1,312 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, structure.
What is the 2011 Ford Escape safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2011 Ford Escape an overall crash-test rating of 3 out of 5 stars (frontal 3★, side 3★, rollover 3★).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Ford Escape get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Ford Escape at about 25 mpg combined (24 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 2011 Ford Escape worth?
Comparable 2011 Ford Escape listings run roughly $6,700–$14,000, typically around $10,134 (from 763 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.