2011 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls and problems
No recalls and 37 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid.
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2011 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.
The steering wheel locked in one position i pulled over shut off the car restarted and the steering wheel started working again. Is their a recall on my 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid with this problem. This scared me to death I got lucky and the road was straight and I was able to stop the car. […] […] […] […] INFORMATION…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, while attempting to stop the vehicle the brake pedal extended to the floorboard, causing the stopping distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while 65 MPH on the freeway, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the power steering assist failed to operate. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering functionality returned; however, the…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle experienced electrical power steering failure. The check engine and brake system light warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring for several years. The vehicle…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a loss of electric power steering assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact…
Escape Hybrid model years compared
Across all years, the 2008 Escape Hybrid has the most complaints (443). All Ford Escape Hybrid years →
Questions
- Does the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?
- Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (14 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (8).
- How many 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 3 of 37 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 1, 2026.