The Lemon IndexAll cars · Ford Escape · 2009
2009 Ford Escape. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 7
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 22 / 28 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 20 / 28 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 19 / 25 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 34 / 31 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4Wheel or AWD | 29 / 27 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 59,000 and 130,000 miles. Median 90,000, from 1,556 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 120,000 | 88,300–150,000 | 710 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 65,000 | 43,000–86,000 | 291 |
| Speed control | 69,600 | 53,500–91,000 | 286 |
| Engine | 71,500 | 51,800–95,300 | 265 |
| Electrical | 81,000 | 59,000–130,100 | 121 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 38% |
| Speed control | 15% |
| Engine | 13% |
| Steering | 10% |
| Engine | 8% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,846 | 40 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 35 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
15E045000 Jun 2015 Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing
Defect. The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Risk. Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
14V284000 May 2014 Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
Risk. If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July
10E043000 Sep 2010 Equipment
Defect. MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Risk. AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Remedy. MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
| Closed | Loss of power steering while driving | 2015 | 2018 |
| Closed | Electronic throttle body malfunction | 2013 | 2014 |
| Closed | Electronic throttle body malfunction | 2012 | 2013 |
Manufacturer communications 46
Ford filed 46 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The transmission may leak fluid from a seal
- Illuminated mil or safety stop now message, or a no
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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