Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Ford Escape owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, when the accelerator pedal was depressed there was an abnormal sound and the vehicle independently shut down. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled. The failures occurred on several different occasions. The "Electrical Malfunction" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the Check Engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that after waiting for an hour, the vehicle restarted. The failure occurred on several different occasions; the infotainment screen had to be reset whenever the failure occurred. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound whenever the vehicle was in reverse. The Check Engine warning light was illuminated. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle would experience a sudden surge in engine revs then immediately began operating like the engine was misfiring and the vehicle would eventually stall. The contact stated that his wife noticed that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the evaporator purge cannister valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer and diagnosed with the same failure but was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
My Ford Escape ecoboost engine had a coolant leak. It gave no warning and suddenly stopped running in the middle of the road while I was driving. I opened the engine and there was a small piece of metal that looked like it was about to catch fire. I have visited the ford dealership multi times asking for them to repair car and fix any known issues and they ignored this well known problem with the 1.6 engines and racked up unrelated charges on unnecessary fixes (I believe) to get the most money out of me before catastrophic engine failure. If I had driven 100 yards or more I'm sure my engine would have completely caught fire.
2015 Ford Escape, on several occasions after fueling, when pushing start, the car cranks but no start and shuts off. It took several attempts, with revving it up and, sputtering and shutting off before it cranked. No check engine indicator illuminated. There have been instances where the car parked in driveway and the same occurrence with it sputtering and shutting off. Currently at Ford dealership, diagnosed as canister purge valve. I contacted Ford reference recall, there are over a million recalls on Ford Focus for this same issue-canister purge valve, but none for Ford Escape.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started losing motive power. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was restarted, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel intake gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the vapor canister purge valve. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 24N07. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 60,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that she was unable to refuel the vehicle. The contact stated that upon inserting the nozzle, the gas pump stopped pumping continuously. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that fuel tank solenoid was filled with dirt. Additionally, the fuel tank assembly and related parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
We were driving down the highway when the ford escape shut down and the the check engine light came on for the Evap system several parts have been replaced but I get the same code and the car is dying at idle and losing power a different times while driving
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle briefly began to vibrate and shake before returning to normal functionality. Later, while the vehicle was parked and running, the contact observed excessive smoke emanating from the exhaust and smelled exhaust fumes on the interior of the vehicle; after which, the contact fainted and attributed the incident to carbon monoxide poisoning from the vehicle but had not sought medical treatment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the EVAP system. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who diagnosed failures with the spark plugs and the turbo charger. …
https://www.motorbiscuit.com/avoid-ford-ecoboost-engine-all-cost/ Everything listed in this article happened to our Ford Escape From the EcoBoost, catalytic convertor, vacuum pump for the brakes, timing chain, head gasket, and main fuel line. We have paid over 6k to replace these parts. Only to be told the car needed a new PCM computer to run. We took the car to Thoroughbred Ford in Kansas City to replace the PCM, which the part itself cost us 1k. Ford replaced the PCM and the car still didn't work after more than one diagnostic test and another associated testing, they told us it wasn't a PCM problem at all, that in fact, the engine needs to be replaced. Meanwhile, Ford wants to charge us $2300, for a car that is known for having Ecoboost issues.
Fuel System complaints in other Escape years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2015 Ford Escape?
NHTSA has 57 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2015 Ford Escape, 5% of the model year's 1,125 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2015 Ford Escape fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2015 Ford Escape, though it has 9 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Escape fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 56,000 miles, and 28% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.