VIN 1FMCU0GD7HUC86259 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2017 Ford Escape SE. This specific unit was assembled at the LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Ford's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4x2 and a 1.5L 4 Cyl engine producing 170 hp.
This vehicle carries a notable 4 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include visibility:power window devices and controls, power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl), equipment:electrical:engine block heater. All recalls must be repaired by a Ford dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 40 MPG combined (42 city / 38 highway), which represents above-average fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1550 at national average gas prices. It scores 9/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 222 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2017 Ford Escape SE falls in an estimated used-market range of $10,200โ$14,600. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2017 FORD Escape
The 2017 Ford Escape is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2017 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
4 Open Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year...
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape,...
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus,...
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Owner Complaints
2590 filed with NHTSA
2017 Ford Escape In 2025 driver's side front seat...
Total Engine failure due to coolant leaking into the...
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Fuel Economy
40 MPG Combined
City: 42 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Combined: 40 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$10,200โ$14,600
Based on vehicle class, age, trim, and U.S. market trends. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The settings for the closing-force of the power-operated windows may allow the windows to close on...
Risk: If a window closes on a body part, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2016....
22V41300010/06/2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification...
26V01100015/01/2026
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater...
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge....
26V37400009/06/2026
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 16V617. The power-operated windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with...
Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. 2026. Owners...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
SEAT BELTS06/15/2026
2017 Ford Escape In 2025 driver's side front seat...
2017 Ford Escape In 2025 driver's side front seat belt would not retract. Car taken to Balise Ford in Hyannis, MA. Balise Ford did an inspection (for which...
ENGINE06/15/2026
Total Engine failure due to coolant leaking into the...
Total Engine failure due to coolant leaking into the engine. Car would sometimes not start requiring it to be jump started but I thought it was due to...
ENGINE06/14/2026
Engine replacement due to defective engine at a cost...
Engine replacement due to defective engine at a cost of $10784.68 plus Washington tax of $949.05 for a total of $11,733.73. I file a complaint with both Ford...
ENGINE06/13/2026
Engine failed at 71,700 miles due to cracked block...
Engine failed at 71,700 miles due to cracked block causing coolant intrusion into cylinders. Motor would quit while driving. Ford dealer tested and confirmed known problem. Motor would...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER06/13/2026
Consumer haveing coolant intrusion into cylinder 3 due to...
Consumer haveing coolant intrusion into cylinder 3 due to a defect on a 2017 ford escape titanium eco boost 2.0
ENGINE06/12/2026
My Turbo/EcoBoost Escapeโs check engine light kept coming on...
My Turbo/EcoBoost Escapeโs check engine light kept coming on and off between October and December 2025. I took it to a Ford repair shop in December to diagnose...
ENGINE06/12/2026
Check engine light came on. had it checked at...
Check engine light came on. had it checked at the dealer and they confirmed coolant intrusion on the engine and that it needs an engine replacement. there was...
ENGINE06/12/2026
Coolant for car engine was discovered by ford service...
Coolant for car engine was discovered by ford service technician in cylinder causing the spark plug to misfire and break. the engine miss fires and idles very rough....
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This vehicle has 4 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 2590 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,440/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1FMCU0GD7HUC86259 decode to?+
VIN 1FMCU0GD7HUC86259 decodes to a 2017 FORD Escape SE, assembled in LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2017 FORD Escape have?+
This 2017 FORD Escape has 4 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2017 FORD Escape with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a FORD dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2017 FORD Escape?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2017 FORD Escape SE is estimated at $10,200โ$14,600. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2017 FORD Escape get?+
According to EPA data, the 2017 FORD Escape gets approximately 40 MPG combined (42 city / 38 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,550.