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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FMCU0J92GUB70891 · Checked Sep 26, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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1FMCU0J92GU•••••• 2016 Ford ESCAPE

This build is quieter than most: 5 complaints against 9 for the average 2016 Ford ESCAPE build.

5on this build
1071on the model
117builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Engine 2 Steering 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1 Fuel System 1

What owners of this build wrote

Steering crash May 2019
Jerking, unwanted jolting, locked up steering
Back Over Prevention May 2026
See attached document for complaint
Visibility May 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 58 MPH in the rain, the sunroof glass panel exploded and shattered. The contact continued driving. The contact had not sustained any injuries. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimate…
Fuel System Nov 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determine that the canister purge valve was stuck in the open position. The vehicle was not…
Engine Apr 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while stopped on several occasions, the vehicle was idling rough. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a misfire in…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FMCU0J92GUB70891 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.