2006 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls and problems

No recalls and 219 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid.

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recalls
219
owner complaints
6
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 2, 2023 · Hybrid propulsion system · 150,000 miles

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the brushless Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact…

Feb 13, 2023 · Hybrid propulsion system · 157,000 miles

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine turned over for two seconds and stalled. The contact stated that an unknown service warning light was illuminated, indicating to pull the vehicle over. The contact notified an…

Aug 6, 2021 · Hybrid propulsion system

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign number: 14V526000 (Hybrid Propulsion System). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The part was…

Jul 25, 2019 · Structure · 110,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER IN FENTON, MICHIGAN FOR MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHOCK TOWER FRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE…

Jul 15, 2019 · Fuel/propulsion system · 100,000 miles

THE HYBRID ELECTRONICS SYSTEM OVERHEATED, THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WENT ON AND THE ALERT SYSTEM SAID TO "STOP CAR SLOWLY" AND THEN "CHECK EMISSIONS SYSTEM". THE CAR SLOWED DOWN AND LOST ALMOST ALL POWER. AFTER TURNING IT ON AGAIN, THE CAR HAD NO POWER AND COULD NOT ACCELERATE. IT WAS LIKE THIS FOR SEVERAL MINUTES (THIS…

Escape Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2005 017840
2006 021961
2007 012411
2008 0443131
2009 015363

Across all years, the 2008 Escape Hybrid has the most complaints (443). All Ford Escape Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid as of October 27, 2026.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid?
Owners have filed 219 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (57 complaints), followed by engine (43).
How many 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
6 of 219 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 2, 2023.