2019 Ford Escape: airbags did not deploy in a crash

Filed May 7, 2026 · Airbags, Body · WI · crash

The accident occurred while I was driving south on Highway 38 at approximately 45 mph. Another driver pulled forward into my path and did not appear to see my vehicle. I attempted to swerve to avoid a more serious collision and protect both drivers, but the front driver-side area of my vehicle struck the rear driver-side area of the other vehicle. The impact caused significant front-end damage to my vehicle, particularly on the driver-side/front corner. Despite the severity of the collision and damage, my airbags did not deploy. The other vehicle’s airbags did deploy during the crash. I am concerned that the airbag system, crash sensors, or related safety components may have failed to activate properly during the collision. Due to the speed of travel and force of impact, I believe the lack of airbag deployment placed my safety at risk and could have resulted in serious injury. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. At this time, I am requesting an investigation into why the airbags did not deploy during the crash.

Filed Jan 27, 2025 · Airbags · 59,000 miles · ME · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 15 MPH through a yellow light on an off-ramp, another vehicle crossed the intersection at high speeds and crashed into the entire front of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact however the other vehicle’s air bags did deploy. It was mentioned that the contact's husband was exempt from wearing a seat belt. The contact’s husband was taken by ambulance to the hospital where he was treated for pain in his neck, his head impact, and back as well as soreness throughout his entire body. The contact's daughter was taken to the hospital by a fellow motorist since her service dog was not permitted on the ambulance and was treated for bruising to her right arm and hip. The other driver suffered no injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard where it remained in their possession. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance; they referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.

Filed May 1, 2023 · Transmission · 53,000 miles · IA · crash

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact initially received notification for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V413000(Power Train); once the parts were available, the vehicle was repaired by the dealer. Recently, the contact's wife had placed the vehicle into the reverse(R) position, and the vehicle surged forward and crashed into the corner of his home's garage. Both the vehicle and the garage sustained damage due to the failure. The air bags did not deploy and none of the vehicle's occupants sustained any injuries. The dealer and the manufacturer were both notified of the failure but neither offered any assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.

Filed Sep 14, 2022 · Transmission · OH · crash · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked at a fuel pump, the vehicle began rolling backward on its own. The contact attempted to enter the vehicle to stop the momentum; however, the vehicle rolled over her left foot. The vehicle continued to roll backward and hit a curb which stopped the vehicle. A couple and the gas attendant came to the contact aide while another person parked her vehicle. The couple informed the contact that there may have been a recall placed on the vehicle for the failure. The contact stated the Akron Police Dept. said a police report could not be filed because the incident happened on private property.. The contact was taken by her brother to the emergency room where she was treated for injuries to her left foot and right shoulder. The contact sought further treatment for her foot and was placed in physical therapy. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was able to return to the fuel station and drove the vehicle home. The dealer was notified of the failure and towed the vehicle to their location and gave the contact a loaner vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that her vehicle was under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V413000(Power Train). The dealer notified the manufacturer about the failure and the dealer informed her that a case had been filed. The contact eventually received a letter for the recall on her vehicle. The contact also received a letter from the manufacturer which stated that since the investigators could not replicate the failure with the vehicle; they would not cover any medical bills and that her case was closed. The contact was informed that the recall was performed on the vehicle; however, she refused to take back possession of the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed May 13, 2020 · Airbags, Electrical · 8,623 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2019 ford escape. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, when the hill assist mode independently activated without being on a hill. The contact stated the vehicle started to apply the brakes independently causing the vehicle to hesitate. The contact also stated the steering wheel seized, causing her to lose control of the vehicle and crashed into a guard rail. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated the front driver side seat belt pretensioner failed to engage, causing her to impact the dashboard/radio with her head. The contact stated medical attention was required due to the fact that she lost consciences and suffered a concussion. The contact also stated that she has a tingling sensation in both legs and has lost sensation in both arms. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an auto shop. The contact stated the insurance company deemed the vehicle totaled. The contact called local dealer ramp motors (4869 nesconset hwy, port jefferson station, ny 11776, (631) 473-1550) and has left a voicemail of the issue. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,623.

Filed Mar 12, 2020 · Transmission · 700 miles · MI · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford escape. The contact stated while shifting gears to reverse, she heard a loud abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated while making a right turn, the vehicle began to accelerate on its own and impacted a pole. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact did not sustain any injuries or seek medical attention. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to local dealer friendly ford located (2800 n telegraph rd, monroe, mi 48162) where made aware of the failure. The vehicle had not been diagnosed as of yet. The contact stated unknown part of front passenger side of the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 700.

Filed Sep 28, 2019 · Airbags · TX · crash · 2 injuries

In a head on collusion, he airbags failed to deploy in two separate accidents whereas I one of the incidents facial injury and chest injury occurred as a result