2017 Ford Escape Electrical Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are electrical problems on the 2017 Ford Escape?
156 owners have reported electrical problems on the 2017 Ford Escape, 6% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 21,000–73,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
156 complaints 6% of all 2017 complaints 39,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (81 of 156). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Electrical complaints by the year the problem happened.
Electrical complaints by Escape year
Related recalls
Power windows may not reverse in time
Injury riskThe power window settings can let a window close on a body part, such as a hand or arm, before it reverses, which fails a federal window safety standard. This raises the risk of injury to people in the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will update the power window software free of charge.
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Other 2017 Ford Escape problems
Common questions
What are common 2017 Ford Escape electrical problems?
Complaints most often name the spark plugs, wiring and software.
At what mileage do 2017 Ford Escape electrical problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 21,000–73,000 miles. The middle value is about 39,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2017 Ford Escape electrical problems?
Yes: 16V617000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Escape year has the most electrical complaints?
The 2013 Escape, with 339 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.