2016 Ford Escape
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Ford Escape is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 81 on record.
2016 Ford Escape at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2016 Ford Escape recalls 4
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Ford Escape vehicles. The driver's knee airbag modules installed in these vehicles were produced without the inflator gas generant material, and, as a result, the air bags may not inflate properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Prote…
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C11.
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.
Fix: 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 notific…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional l…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim let…
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.
2016 Ford Escape common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 1,096 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2016 Ford Escape MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2016 Ford Escape worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 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 ($14,558) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,134), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2016 Ford Escape trims & engines on record
2016 Ford Escape vehicles on record
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX9GUA57286
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F78GUB36672
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX9GUB00752
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F77GUB25484
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9G99GUC59224
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX7GUB92704
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9G91GUA22842
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F77GUB46318
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0G98GUA31226
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0G77GUC60933
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX5GUC65486
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GX5GUB72950
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F74GUC28510
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX1GUC01168
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F75GUC27771
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX7GUB07490
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GXXGUC01542
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0G92GUC12726
2016 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F74GUB66834
2016 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GX2GUB36024
2016 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU0J90GUB31183
2016 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU0J96GUC73974
2016 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU0JXXGUC35534
2016 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU9JX9GUB45179
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2016 Ford Escape — frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Ford Escape have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Ford Escape?
Based on 1,096 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are back over prevention, electrical system, engine.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford Escape get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Ford Escape at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2016 Ford Escape worth?
Comparable 2016 Ford Escape listings run roughly $10,991–$18,497, typically around $14,558 (from 68 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.