2023 Ford Escape Active
1FMCU9GN0PUA87968

Average price: $ 7 516 USD View stats
Analysis report

This 2023 Ford Escape Active carries a branded salvage title following a total loss declaration in Kentucky after a multi-point collision involving moderate damage to the front and both sides of the vehicle. While it shows consistent maintenance with six service records including regular oil changes at Bell Ford Lincoln, the transition from a personal lease in Michigan to its current status involves significant structural concerns and documented severe damage. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to understand how the title history, specific accident details, and prior ownership transitions impact its safety and market value.

Characteristics

Seller Reserve Price
VIN 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
Auction IAAI
Mileage 26,602 mi 42,812 km
Auction Date (UTC) 06/24/2026 14:30
Engine 1.5l I-3 Di, Dohc, Vvt, Turbo, 180hp
Color White
Body Sport Utility
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Gasoline
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 20 149 USD
Market value $ 18 328 USD
Primary damage Right Front
Secondary damage Left Side

Trade history

Sales history unknown

Exterior condition

2 damages · 2 zones
Damage map
1 2
1 Front right
Primary damage: Right Front
2 Left side
Secondary damage: Left Side
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 6/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: Moderate

The vehicle requires a complete front-end overhaul including bumper, fender, and headlight assembly. Due to the severity of the impact on the right side, a thorough inspection of the frame rail alignment and cooling system integrity is mandatory before repair.

Advantages
Insuranceer seller provides a higher level of transparency regarding the damage history.
Low mileage (26,602 mi) for a modern SUV model.
Interior appears clean and well-maintained from available photos.
Disadvantages
Significant front-end impact may have compromised structural mounting points for the engine/transmission.
Secondary damage on the left side suggests multiple points of contact or an additional incident.
Potential for hidden cooling system leaks due to proximity of collision to radiator.
Good for Parts

While being an insurance-held vehicle is a plus, the combination of primary front impact and secondary side damage suggests multiple points of structural concern. The cost to properly realign panels and replace high-tech components (like the LED headlight assembly) may be substantial relative to market value.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Moderate Front Bumper & Grille — Significant impact on the passenger side. The bumper cover is torn and deformed; grille assembly is destroyed.
Moderate Right Front Fender — The fender panel is heavily buckled and pushed inward toward the engine bay/wheel well area.
Severe Headlight Assembly (Passenger) — Housing is shattered; internal mounting brackets are likely broken or displaced. Replacement required.
Moderate Left Side Body Panels — Visible denting and scraping on the rear passenger door/quarter panel area, consistent with secondary impact or side-swipe.
Severe Engine Bay / Cooling System — The proximity of the front-right impact to the radiator support and cooling fans suggests potential damage to the cooling system components.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
A B S Standard
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee Driver Seat Only
Airbag Location Side 1st and 2nd Rows
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Blind Spot Monitor Standard
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Brake System Type Hydraulic
C I B Standard
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 1.5
Displacement C C 1500.0
Displacement C I 91.53561614209
Doors 4
Drive Type 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E D R Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Manufacturer Ford
Engine Model DRAGON GTDI
Forward Collision Warning Standard
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Keyless Ignition Standard
Lane Departure Warning Standard
Lane Keep System Standard
Make FORD
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Model Escape
Model Year 2023
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Plant City LOUISVILLE
Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant State KENTUCKY
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Optional
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Standard
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Seat Rows 2
Seats 5
T P M S Direct
Traction Control Standard
Transmission Speeds 8
Transmission Style Automatic
Trim Active
Turbo Yes
V I N 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
Vehicle Descriptor 1FMCU9GN*PU
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Vehicle Valuation (USA) 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors White
Display Name Ford
Display Name Active Sport Utility 4D
Display Name 2023
Display Name Escape
Drivetrains AWD
Engines 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 26602
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Blind-Spot Information, Technology Pkg 2, Hill Start Assist Control, Electronic Traction Control, AdvanceTrac, ABS (4-Wheel), Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Power Liftgate Release, Electric Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM Stereo, Bang & Olufsen, SiriusXM Satellite, Rear Parking Sensors, Surround View Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Lane Keeping System, Dual Power Seats, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Rear Spoiler, Alloy Wheels
Original Owner No
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-06-20
Salvage Yes
Taxi Use No
Title Brand Yes
Transmissions Automatic, 8-Spd
Used As Rental No
Vehicle Data 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
Vehicle
Make Ford
Model Escape
Year 2023
Country US
Active
Name Active AWD
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $31,515
Invoice $30,254
Supply & Demand (USA) 1FMCU9GN0PUA87968
Vehicle
Make Ford
Model Escape
Year 2023
Market Overview
Supply level High
Demand level Low
Avg days to sell 60 days
DSO 61 days
Ingest date 2026-06-15
Listings (90d)
Sold 5485
Active listings 3708
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