VIN 1FMCU9GX7GUB92704 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2016 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 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 1.6L 4 Cyl engine producing 178 hp.
This vehicle carries a notable 4 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include air bags:knee bolster, power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl), back over prevention: sensing system: camera. 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 39 MPG combined (41 city / 36 highway), which represents above-average fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1600 at national average gas prices. It scores 9/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 230 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2016 Ford Escape SE falls in an estimated used-market range of $10,600โ$15,200. 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 2016 FORD Escape
The 2016 Ford Escape is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2016 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
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Owner Complaints
1006 filed with NHTSA
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Fuel Economy
39 MPG Combined
City: 41 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Combined: 39 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$10,600โ$15,200
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 2016 Ford Escape vehicles. The driver's knee airbag modules installed in these vehicles were produced without the inflator gas generant material, and, as a result, the air bags may not inflate properly in...
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the driver's knee air bag does not inflate as intended, the driver has an increased risk of...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2017. Owners may...
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...
25V69500013/10/2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or...
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driverโs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact...
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....
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
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/15/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was...
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/15/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was...
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/15/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing into the garage to park the vehicle, the back over prevention sensor failed to alert...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER06/14/2026
For about 2 years now my 2016 Escape would...
For about 2 years now my 2016 Escape would periodically show a distorted image in the camera when reversing. It was infrequent and would often correct itself before...
ENGINE06/13/2026
My car overheated repeatedly and it was diagnosed by...
My car overheated repeatedly and it was diagnosed by Liberty Ford Aurora Ohio to be caused by Coolant Intrusion. I was quoted a price of more than $11,000.00...
ENGINE06/12/2026
My Ford escape recently has been experiencing what I...
My Ford escape recently has been experiencing what I believe to be a coolant issue. There was a stained spot on the driveway a couple of times in...
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/10/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the rearview camera was inoperable...
BACK OVER PREVENTION06/09/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while in reverse (R), the rearview camera displayed a blank image with the message "Camera Not Available",...
Negotiation tip:
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 1006 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 1FMCU9GX7GUB92704 decode to?+
VIN 1FMCU9GX7GUB92704 decodes to a 2016 FORD Escape SE, assembled in LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2016 FORD Escape have?+
This 2016 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 2016 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 2016 FORD Escape?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2016 FORD Escape SE is estimated at $10,600โ$15,200. 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 2016 FORD Escape get?+
According to EPA data, the 2016 FORD Escape gets approximately 39 MPG combined (41 city / 36 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,600.