2018 Ford Escape
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Ford Escape is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 165 on record.
2018 Ford Escape at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2018 Ford Escape recalls 4
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S44.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect front brake hoses that may chafe against other components, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S04.
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 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.
2018 Ford Escape common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 1,690 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2018 Ford Escape MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2018 Ford Escape worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 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 ($19,135) with the same model 5 model-years older ($16,104), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 Ford Escape trims & engines on record
2018 Ford Escape vehicles on record
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU9HD6JUC54783
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU0HDXJUC12967
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD7JUD41377
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD0JUC90126
2018 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F79JUD41148
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD3JUB60681
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU9HD7JUA30891
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GD2JUA74282
2018 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU9J9XJUC44229
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU9HD2JUB61307
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU9HD7JUC57076
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GD2JUB84815
2018 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU9J93JUA49346
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD8JUB51409
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GDXJUA87846
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU0HD8JUB24113
2018 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU9J95JUD57361
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD8JUA58101
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU9GD6JUC91303
2018 Ford Escape S1FMCU0F76JUA04601
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD1JUB60064
2018 Ford Escape SEL1FMCU0HD4JUD37771
2018 Ford Escape Titanium1FMCU9J91JUA86329
2018 Ford Escape SE1FMCU0GD7JUD44523
Other Ford Escape model years
2018 Ford Escape — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Ford Escape have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Ford Escape?
Based on 1,690 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, lane departure, power train.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Escape get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Ford Escape at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2018 Ford Escape worth?
Comparable 2018 Ford Escape listings run roughly $15,495–$23,888, typically around $19,135 (from 118 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.