Is the 2019 Ford Escape a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
Solid choice for a daily commuter with caution on transmission.
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Pros
- Comfortable ride
- Good turbocharged engine performance
- Ample cargo space
Cons
- Mediocre interior quality
- Noisy cabin at high speeds
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
23 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,000/yr
Expected lifespan
150,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shifting issues
- Throttle body malfunctions
- Exhaust manifold cracks
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2019 Ford Escape has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Equipment — Electrical — Engine Block Heater (campaign 26V011000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Tires — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for…
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Gear Position Indication (Prndl) — 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 transmissio…
- Equipment — Electrical — Engine Block Heater — 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 …
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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