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2019 Ford Escape electrical problems

37 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 3,400. 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints
37
of this car's complaints
6%
typical mileage
3,400
crashes
4
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Ignition: coil
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Escape electrical problems in other years

200020052010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2019 Ford Escape electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 35Backup camera 5Start-stop 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2019 Ford Escape owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 15, 2026 · Electrical · OH

Dash board has been flashing images and turning black and white like something is malfunctioning the automatic stop start has been inconsistently working I have issues with the lights getting dimmer while I’m driving at night and sometimes I have to manually hold the brights forward for the lights to work there seems to be something distracting me in the control paneling of the vehicle making me nervous and tired sometimes distracting my eyes.

Filed Jun 7, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · TN

I am reporting the failure of Ford Motor Company to perform a mandatory safety recall (Recall 22S43 / the federal safety agency ID 22V413) on my 2019 Ford Escape. This failure is compounded by evidence of falsified internal service records (OASIS reports) that misrepresent the vehicle's recall status as 'completed.' ​Furthermore, the failure to perform this specific recall directly prevented a necessary diagnostic inspection of the transmission linkage and adjacent engine compartment. Had this recall been performed, the technician would have identified the progressive corrosion and mechanical stress that subsequently destroyed the high-pressure fuel pump and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). ​The manufacturer meticulously recorded routine maintenance while ignoring a critical federal safety mandate. Their negligence directly caused a cascading mechanical failure, rendering my vehicle an unsafe, non-operational hazard. I am seeking a formal investigation into these falsified service records and the manufacturer's failure to remedy this safety hazard. I attempted to resolve this manner at the lowest levels, before taking this route. Unfortunately, to their detriment; Ford basically told me I was on my own. I have already alerted the Attorney General for the State of Tennessee, as well. The subsequent loss of the vehicle as a result of the abhorrent behavior of Ford Motor company has resulted in time lost with my kids and my mental health appointments with the Veterans Administration. I can not make it to my therapist or get my medication. I have the Carfax and Oasis reports as further evidence to back these claims.

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 Mar 22, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CA

I initially replaced the entire Y coolant hose to the coolant system. Six months later I had to replace a secondary coolant hose separate from the initial one. Initially, it cost me about $600 and then $300 for the second incident. Now March 22 I have to replace a coolant bypass valve because it has been failing and my car is overheating again. The HVAC system is not working properly and the car is overheating.

Filed Jan 29, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · AK

Electric power steering failed and the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The power steering unit failed while driving down a curvy highway in Kenai Burrow, Alaska. I took the vehicle to the local Ford dealer and dropped said vehicle off. The service tech stated that the 2019 Ford escape was prone to having issues with the power steering unit. The vehicle is in the shop at this time. The warning lamp came on stating that there was a problem with the power steering unit that however, happened while we were driving down the highway. This was a life-threatening incident that it could’ve caused my wife and I and any oncoming traffic to parish in a car accident. The roads were snow covered and icy

Filed Dec 16, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CA · crash

he freeway I notified future ford of concord and I was told I would receive a call back but as I recall I didn’t receive a call back. The car started acting as if nothing was wrong about a week or so later then two days ago December 13,2025 first my head lights went out and a message saying there’s a bulb outage or electrical issue appeared and also the hill assist unavailable warning light appeared , following the 911 calling assistance is unavailable as well, and I also noticed my radio is no longer producing sound so I believe the engine ( block , head gasket etc) component also electrical system, sync 3 system has also failed or malfunctioned. During the second occurrence I was driving as I was before which led to The safety of my children, my husband and myself put at risk being it was night time and I could no longer see the road the car acted as if it was turning off and slowing down.. yes there was warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem during the failures, and they first appeared at the exact time of the failures . Also below are photos captured from the ford vehicle app alerting me about issues for the car

Filed Oct 20, 2025 · Brakes, Electrical · IN

My battery light has been on for about a week it will come off and on thos morning as I was pulling into work I notice the power steering wasn't working right!

Filed Oct 11, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · TX

Our BCM stopped working the first sign was both of our head lights randomly would not turn on. This was confirmed by two other mechanics and the ford service center had to replace the entire thing. The second part the fail was part of the engine. Something happened where we were told coolant was in our cylinder number 3 and they want to replace the entire engine with no symptoms other then low coolant levels because they stated it is a risk of fire.

Filed Aug 18, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CA

Stop /Start button would kill the car would need a jump. Coolant leak in engine blew a gasket. Need a new engine. 54,000 moles on a 2019 Fors Escape

Filed May 28, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 78,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black, almost causing the vehicle to strike a pedestrian. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. Additionally, the contact stated that the speedometer and fuel gauge readings were inaccurate, and the hatch had failed to open intermittently. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the dealer, where unknown repairs were performed; however, the failures persisted. The contact also stated that the Auto START/STOP system was inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Questions about the 2019 Ford Escape electrical

Does the 2019 Ford Escape have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 37 complaints about the electrical of the 2019 Ford Escape, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2019 Ford Escape electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 3,400 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Ford Escape electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Escape have the most electrical problems?

The Ford Escape model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (339 complaints), 2010 (217 complaints) and 2014 (216 complaints).

Other 2019 Ford Escape problems

Engine 397Transmission 128Fuel system 26Steering 16Lights 13Body 12Airbags 11Tires 11Brakes 10Wheels 10Acceleration 8Driver assistance 8Seat belts 6Suspension 3Visibility 3Seats 2Locks 1

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