Buick Enclave vs Ford Escape
For 2007–2022 models, the Buick Enclave has 30.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 59.0 for the Ford Escape. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2007–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Buick Enclave
30.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
49% fewer than the Ford Escape
- Complaints
- 2,382
- Sold
- 789,492
- Recall campaigns
- 24
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2008–2010 and 2014. Fewest: 2007, 2019 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 72,869 mi
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 69,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 78,414 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 70,000 mi
Ford Escape
59.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.0× the Buick Enclave’s rate
- Complaints
- 21,958
- Sold
- 3,719,131
- Recall campaigns
- 67
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008–2010 and 2013. Fewest: 2007, 2012 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 56,500 mi
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Head gasket and cylinder head
Typically around 85,000 mi · repair $1,620–$3,010
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 110,984 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 52,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 80,200 mi · repair $260–$1,910
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Buick Enclave or the Ford Escape?
For 2007–2022 models, the Buick Enclave has 30.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Escape has 59.0, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Buick Enclave?
The most-reported problem on the Buick Enclave is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 72,869 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Ford Escape?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Escape is stalling and no-start, typically around 56,500 miles.
Which Buick Enclave and Ford Escape years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Buick Enclave: 2008–2010 and 2014; Ford Escape: 2008–2010 and 2013.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.