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2017 Ford Escape Backup System Problems

4 owner-reported backup system complaints from NHTSA data

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Mar 2021Sep 2020
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (4)

mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon attempting to reverse, the back over prevention camera screen display failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the message "Rear-view Camera Not Available" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11671149
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Apr 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was blurry with a warning message indicating that the rearview camera was not functioning properly. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent.

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NHTSA #: 11459229
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Mar 2021

Every once in a while the sync3 system and infomat fails. I lose nav, back up camera, climate control, radio, and handsfree phone control. Took it to the dealership and they said apim needed replacement.

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NHTSA #: 11405005
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Sep 2020

The backup camera will occasionally go dark or black and white. I have tried to replicate the issue. However, it happens randomly.

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NHTSA #: 11361974

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