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2009 Ford Escape Problems and Repair Histories

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2009 Ford Escape

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Ford Escape in United Arab Emirates
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 51460   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 51460 1200 Open wrench shown on my dshboard. When it's shown the engine is still running but no power even when I tried to apply power on the accelerator. 

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 30000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 30000 0 Engine light came on found codes - P0022, P0012, P0341. Due to excessive wear to cylinder head it was replaced on left side, VCT's and gaskets. Replaced thermostat and gasket. 

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

Ford Escape in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 21000 0 Air conditioner freezes up after 2 hours 
Sep 2010 31000 0 Air Conditioning Sensor Problem 
Dec 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Arkansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 0 axle seals were replaced 
Apr 2013 43000 600 "frozen" caliper on front passenger side. Replaced caliper, brake pads and had rotors turned. 

 

Ford Escape in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 23560   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 24180 0 windshield washer jet on hood leaking dual climate control not working. not deliverng the level of heat requested to each side 
Sep 2010 25420 0 dual control heat not working. one control flap was replaced 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 16000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 17000 0 Window washing system problem. Fixed by replace parts second time. 

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 18600 0 Transmission is toast. From the net this a common problem in 09 Escape. Short of completely replacing transmission and waiting for parts etc. the problem of crappy shifts (and I mean crappy) will remain. Don't want to be without it for the time needed. 
Apr 2011 31000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 24000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 24000 0 Fluctuation in air temp from driver to passenger side. Dealer replaced two actuators and I was told that a 15 degree difference in temp was normal from side to side with dual auto climate control The problem remained. They did reprogram the computer after I told them I would not accept this answer from their rep. Then the system seemed to function normally. 
Mar 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 15000 0 Powertrain reprogram 
Dec 2010 22000 0 Check engine light, dealer replaced VCT solenoid. TSB. 
Sep 2012 40000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 10000 0 creaking in passenger side suspension 
Jun 2009 13000 0 bushings 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Iowa, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 44000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 46500 0 Self diagnosed engine light as P0012, No drivabilty problems. Cleared and it came back, twice in three weeks. Now light is still on, will take to dealer for repairs, Doesn't seem right to have problems this early with a near new car. Dealer ran a ebd scan, found 3 codes, ordered parts said they were on major backorder will call when parts arrive. Don't have a clue as to when we see them. 
Jun 2011 52000 0 engine light came on, dealer ordered and replaced parts so far no reoccurring light. time will tell. 
Jun 2012 60000 280 Back-up alarm system errored, replaced one of 4 sensors(LR) 
Mar 2013 69000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 0 New Transmission 
Jan 2011 26040   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 26040   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 26040 0 Drivers side window was rattling & rubber trim needed replacement. Rear axle seal was leaking differential fluid. 
Jun 2012 27900 0 Rear axle seal on 4WD system was still leaking (weeping) slightly. 
Mar 2013 40920   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 16000 0 Transmission re-flash per bulletin. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 56000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 62000 750 Electronic Throttle Body failure. Caused car to go from 60mph to coasting. Towed vehicle.  
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 2000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 28700 0 Transmission fluid leak. Front driver side axle seal and cv boot replaced. Noise over bumps 
Aug 2012 35000 0 Fluid leak seen on garage floor. Seal replaced. 
Sep 2012 36000 0 Rear hatch electronic latch failed. Glass latch still worked. 
Jan 2013 39000 108 Lower two speeds of interior heating/cooling system fan didn't work. Fan resistor pack replaced. Transmission leak fixed. Paid deductible for extended warranty. 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2010 16120   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 17360 0 Recall for the automatic transmission. The transmission was clunking when put into reverse gear after shifting from forward to reverse several times in a row at slow speed, as in maneuvering into a parking space. Had me worried. Software update fixed it. 
Jul 2012 29540 180 The outside pad holder seized close to the rotor, causing rotar damage on the drivers front. The Passenger side pads and rotors still had plenty of wear left. I felt this was way to soon to have to change pads and rotors. 
Mar 2013 35960   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 6200   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 39680 0 I was informed by dealer 
Mar 2013 52700   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 1240   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 13600 0 Replaced drivers side half-shaft. Replace wheel bearing 
Apr 2010 0 Transmission leak: Replaced drivers side half shaft, bushing and seal. Drivers Side wheel bearing replaced. Mechanic found problem during test drive after fixing the halfshaft. 
Jun 2010 17980 0 Perform PRG 10B15 /PCM Update and Flow Test Update PCM-FLOW TEST - Passed 
Mar 2012 40300   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 22000 0 Under warranty, the temperature blend door actuator assembly was replaced on both sides. Car has dual climate control and temperature varied erratically from side to side. There is a TSB for this (9-12-6). 
Dec 2010 36000 0 Both cam position sensors on 6 cylinder engine replaced after check engine light and code indicated need for repair. 
Dec 2011 59000 300 Fuel filler mechanism replaced 
Mar 2013 88000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 6000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 7000 0 rattle in headliner left center air duct very low airflow acceleration surge when cold - fixed with TSB Heater / ac fan motor making noise 
Jan 2010 8700 0 Replaced fan motor Vibration over 50 mph. Tech verified problem, Ford acknowledges problem but no fix at this time 
Aug 2010 18000 450 Ball joints replaced - Ford blamed this on towing, though I believe the problem existed prior to. 
Feb 2011 27000 0 Faulty window belt moldings caused scratch in window glass Transmission - erratic shifting, hunting for gears Faulty tire pressure sensor 
Aug 2012 54500 532 Intermittent loss of throttle response. Replaced electronic throttle body 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 6200 0 a pair of deep short scratches in the driver side interior door panel. replaced with new trim panel 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 3100 0 Cord for block heater replaced, as the extreme cold weather gave it a beating 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0 rear back glass greased by dealer, but started squeaking again on way home from dealer on paved road.  squeaking in rear of vehicle, sounds like coming from back seat latch. dealer advised coming from back glass. told me because I drive on dirt road (2mi/day) dust is getting on the glass under the rubber seal, they applied grease.  
Dec 2010 28000 40 heard noise in transmission area then in right front area, dealer claims it was dirt & rocks wedged underneath. Also they were saying I must have high centered it, not true. I drive 2 miles/day on a dirt road with minimial gravel. Local Dealership service worker lied to Ford rep about what I advised the issue was. Totally unacceptable. Do not recommend local service department. Mentioned that unacceptable that back glass should require greasing, who ever heard of such. Also didn't realize I would have to crawl under my vehicle everyday to remove rocks & dirt that may have gotten under it.  Phoned Ford to inquire/complain that must be manufacturing flaw if dirt/rocks cause excessive noise on AWD off road vehicle. Really didn't care, also mentioned back glass issue. Advised will tell engineers, but didn't really seem to car Would not recommend this Ford Escape to anyone buying it for use other than paved road. Apparently isn't capable of going on any other surface without issues with dirt/gravel build up. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 36580   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 36880 0 POWERTRAIN LIGHT GO ON, DEALER CHECKED THE CAR FOUND ATF BURNED AND GOT CODE. REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY BUT CAUSE ATF LEAKING AFTER SERVICE.BACK SHOP SEVERAL TIME 
Mar 2013 41540   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

Ford Escape in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 0 Checked for rain-caused leak at top of hatch window. No cure provided-"couldn't duplicate" was reason given. Still occurs. Have not returned to dealer. 
Mar 2013 42000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 7000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 7000 0 The trans had a leak and there was a service bulletin on the left trans case. Per my request they replaced the whole transmission. 
Sep 2012 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 27000   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 51000 100 Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. 

 

Ford Escape in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 24000 0 Shift issues going from 2nd to 3rd and going from 4th to 5th gears. Very high revs in between shifts. 
Mar 2012 56000 500 Vehicle would not start, key would not turn all the way to engage the starter. Ignition replaced. 
Jun 2012 60000 0 Check engine light came on. OBD code P1633. Dealer replaced PCM (computer) 
Mar 2013 70000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 5000 0 CD player will not eject disc. 
Mar 2010 8000 0 CD player would not eject 
Dec 2010 17000 0 Transmission fluid leak 
Mar 2011 20000 0 Transmission fluid leak, took 27 business days to repair. 
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic AWD

Ford Escape in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 56420 0 leaking differential change driver side front wheel bearing, 2 rear trailing arm links and bushings 

 

Ford Escape in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 38000 260 Drivers side seat belt would not unbuckle. Had to use force to get it to unbuckle, then drove around with it dinging for a damn week until I could get it into the dealers. They fixed and did not charge me for the seat belt. 
Mar 2013 48000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 4340   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 19840 0 TSB 10-10-1 6F35 Transmission - New dipstick and filler tube kit. Transmission fluid was leaking from dipstick tube area. 
Oct 2010 21080 0 TSB 10-1-5 Transmission Fluid leak - Replace left side half shaft, half shaft seal and bushing 
Nov 2010 21700 0 Leaking transmission oil from dip stick vent. Replaced transmission case half and pan filter. 
Feb 2011 24020 0 Clicking noise behind dash - Replaced right and left blend door actuators TSB 10-8-6 Chrome wheels were all corroding on lip. Replaced all 4 chrome wheels. 
Jun 2011 27900 0 Squeaks and rattles from rear hatch. Lubed and repositioned rubber hatch seal and adjusted rear hatch striker. 
Jan 2012 34720 0 "Check Fuel Fill Inlet" warning was going on after every third or fourth fillup. As per TSB 11-11-28, caused by a leaking / stuck evaporative emission purge valve. They replaced evaporative emission cannister and purge solenoid. 
Mar 2013 47740   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 11160   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 14880 0 tsb tranny check 
Sep 2010 19220 0 grinding noise easy free repair dealer awesome 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 38000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 58000 80 replaced heating fan speed selector motor. 
Feb 2012 74700 80 Chirp from belts and/or tensioners 
Mar 2013 88000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 5000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 6000 0 leaking trans. oil, parts were on backorder dealer gave me a loner car, they had my car for 3 weeks. 
Jul 2011 17000 0 check engine light problem 

 

Ford Escape in Nevada, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 5000 0 Transmission Vent line re-routed. 
Jun 2010 39000 0 Replace axle bushing and seal, replace worn axle. Clunky transmission action, especially in lower gears. About to take car in for this when received recall notice. 
Oct 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 620   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 18600 0 Reprogramed the powertrain control module to the latest calibration, to avoid future solenoid regulator valve bore to wear which could result in transmission slips and/or harsh shifts and premature clutch wear and loss of 4th to 6th gear. 
Oct 2010 23940 0 The filler neck on the gas tank filler tube came apart, bad glue joint(factory defect). Replaced filler tube assembly. Lost the 1st and 2nd speed on the heater fan, changed the resistance module that controls heater fan speeds. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 6000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 11000 0 When the electric windows were lowered or raised, they would squeal The parts were replaced and the squeals stopped 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Ford Escape in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 9000 0 Cruise control problem - after using cruise control, applied brake to turn it off, then accelerator became "stiff" and could not maintain speed. Coasted to shoulder, turned car off and restarted, problem went away. Dealer could not replicate. 
Jun 2010 14000 0 passenger side window regulator failed with window in open position. 
Nov 2012 29700 480 power door lock on front passenger door sticks, does not always unlock 
Jan 2013 31000 267 Wrench light came on, car hesitated on acceleration and ran roughly. After car turned off and restarted, problem did not reappear. Did not set codes, after diagnosis no repair done. Light showing "passenger airbag off" stays on even when adult passenger is in seat. Set low battery code, so battery replaced. Light continues to come on. 
Apr 2013 32000 0 Passenger airbag off light did not come on correctly - sometimes on when occupied, sometime off when not occupied. Repair required replacement of seat sensor - "kit" supposedly cost $1500. Covered under airbag warranty, which is 5 years 

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 34000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 35000 650 Replaced 12V battery Replaced hibrid battery blend door activator Replaced water pump and flushed coolant 
Jan 2012 37000 0 Engine didn't have a lot of power and ran rough. Replaced canister purge valve. 
Sep 2012 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 4340   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 10540 0 check engine light on for 2nd time. This time code was for "evap". Dealer guesses it is caused by the capless fuel filler system. He reset engine light. It came back on 3 days later. rear hatch lock actuator does not work anymore. Therefore cannot open hatch. Can still open rear glass. 
Jul 2011 21080 0 wire harness to electric water pump was frayed, had corroded, and only supplied intermitent power to the inline water pump. caused electric motor overheat warning. limped car across town, stopping for it to cool. dealer replaced wire. 
Aug 2012 39680   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 17000 0 Rear wiper motor. 
Jul 2012 37000 0 Drivers seat bracket rusting. 
Oct 2012 39300 50 Hybrid. Actuator problem. Ventilation and cooling for the batteries. 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD

Ford Escape in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 150 The heater plug front end broke. Was not covered under warranty. Ford should not sell vehicles with poor quality heater cords in northern Alberta. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 11000 0 Check engine light on for fuel system evap leak. 
Mar 2013 56000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 66960   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 67580 0 As a condition of the purchase, the dealership selling the car repaired leaky satellite aerial "puck" on front right of roof and cleaned water stains from headliner. 
Feb 2013 68180 60 Replaced faulty ambient temperature sensor in front bumper. Replaced one defective (chirping) temperature blend door actuator. 
Mar 2013 68820   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 55000 0 TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATION BETWEEN DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE 
Aug 2011 68000 100 AC wasn't working properly - Freon was recharged 
Jan 2012 79000 250 Front Suspension was making clunking noise - upon inspection front sway bar links were worn and needed replacement 
Mar 2013 105000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford Escape

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford Escape in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 5000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 19000 0 Transmission skipping gears. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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