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Ford Escape VIN Decoder — free recall, spec & history check
The Ford Escape is a popular compact crossover sold in front- and all-wheel-drive forms with a range of engines across its generations. Decoding the VIN before you buy confirms the exact engine and drivetrain and surfaces any open safety recalls tied to that specific year.
Decode your Escape's VIN free →What junoVIN shows for a Ford Escape
- Make, model, year, engine and full NHTSA vPIC factory specs
- Open NHTSA safety recalls — with Do-Not-Drive & fire-risk alerts
- NCAP 5-star crash-test ratings and consumer complaints
- EPA fuel economy with annual and 5-year fuel-cost estimates
- A model-specific used-car Buyer's Brief and a free theft/salvage check
What to check on a used Ford Escape
- Confirm engine (1.5L/2.0L EcoBoost vs. 2.5L) and FWD/AWD match the listing
- Review open NHTSA recalls by model year
- Check service history for transmission and cooling-system maintenance
Frequently asked questions
How do I decode a Ford Escape VIN for free?
Enter the 17-character VIN into junoVIN (or scan it with your phone camera). It instantly returns the Ford Escape's make, model, year, engine and factory specs, open NHTSA recalls, NCAP safety ratings, EPA fuel economy and owner sentiment — free, with no account.
Does junoVIN show open recalls for a Ford Escape?
Yes. junoVIN pulls open safety recalls live from NHTSA by VIN, flags Do-Not-Drive and Park-Outside (fire-risk) campaigns, and notes when a recall can be fixed over-the-air. You can also get a free email alert when a new recall is posted for your Ford Escape.
What should I check on a used Ford Escape?
Confirm engine (1.5L/2.0L EcoBoost vs. 2.5L) and FWD/AWD match the listing; Review open NHTSA recalls by model year; Check service history for transmission and cooling-system maintenance. junoVIN surfaces the public-record items free; title, accident and odometer history come from a paid vehicle-history report linked on each result.