The 2026 Ford Escape has 10 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 6 part types and 2 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.5L L3 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 Turbocharged and 2.5L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2026 Ford Escape, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (3 parts), Gear Oil (2 parts) and Transfer Case Fluid (2 parts). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 2026 Ford Escape was sold with 3 engines. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
2 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2026 Ford Escape, led by MOTORCRAFT (6 parts) and VALVOLINE (4 parts).
Each part number listed for the 2026 Ford Escape opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 1.5L L3 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | TX13260 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Axle at Wheels | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | TX13280 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Axle at WheelsAWD | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | TX13259 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Axle At WheelsFWD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
MOTORCRAFT supplies the 3 CV Axle parts for the 2026 Ford Escape. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT TX13260, MOTORCRAFT TX13280 and MOTORCRAFT TX13259.
CV Axle Support Bearing Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | CVB23 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the CV Axle Support Bearing. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT CVB23.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | 915052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | 915053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
VALVOLINE supplies both parts for the 2026 Ford Escape. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Escape.
This group includes VALVOLINE 915052 and VALVOLINE 915053.
Transfer Case Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | 915052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | 915053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
VALVOLINE supplies both parts for the 2026 Ford Escape. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Escape.
Listed part numbers: VALVOLINE 915052 and VALVOLINE 915053.
Transfer Case Fluid Temperature Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Escape engines | DY1565 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PTU Temperature Sensor | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case Fluid temperature sensors. Typical signs include hard cold starts, a fan that never comes on, or a gauge that disagrees with the scan tool. A sensor that reads open or shorted is usually the part; an implausible-but-smooth reading can be wiring.
One part is listed for the 2026 Ford Escape — MOTORCRAFT DY1565.
Transfer Case Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | MM1426 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Includes Screw | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT MM1426.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2026 Ford Escape
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Some drivetrain parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Gear Oil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2026 Ford Escape?
Our catalog currently lists 10 drivetrain parts for the 2026 Ford Escape across 6 subcategories and 2 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.5L L3 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 Turbocharged and 2.5L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2026 Ford Escape engines?
Some do. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2026 Ford Escape?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2026 Ford Escape was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2026 Ford Escape?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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