2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD; the most frequently affected component is suspension — wheel bearing. Owners filed 153 complaints, most often about steering. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2009 ranks #5 for number of recalls.
Suspension — Wheel bearingCampaign 15E045000 · 03 Jun 2015
Problem: 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.
Steering — Electric power assist systemCampaign 14V284000 · 29 May 2014
Problem: 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 18, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S05.
EquipmentCampaign 10E043000 · 03 Sep 2010
Problem: 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Steering28 · 70%
Service brakes6 · 15%
Engine3 · 8%
Electrical system3 · 8%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 5%
Suspension1 · 2%
Unknown or other1 · 2%
Electronic stability control (esc)1 · 2%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel was extremely hard to turn, without warning. The contact called hassett ford (3530 sunrise hwy, wantagh, ny 11793, (516) 785-7800) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was taken…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape hybrid. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle three times and the vehicle started to operate as designed. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape hybrid. While driving 30 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning and a wrench warning indicator illuminated. The contact and a bystander pushed the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact called an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and diagnosed…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape hybrid. When the vehicle was parked after driving for some time, the contact attempted to accelerate and drive the vehicle; however, the steering wheel was locked. In addition, the power steering assist fault warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.