Model year guide

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 31 on record.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints153
Combined28–32 mpg
Typical price$10,039

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Rollover risk: 20.4% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined28–32 mpg
City32 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,250
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid worth?

Low
$5,600
Typical price
$10,039
High
$15,000

From 27 comparable 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$9,050
Total$20,300
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,039) with the same model 3 model-years older ($3,473), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
174.8 in
Width
71.3 in
Height
68.1 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Curb weight
3,638 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 3

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

Loss of power steering while driving Closed

On May 27, 2014, amended June 2, 2014, Ford Motor Company (Ford) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA describing a safety defect that may result in a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving in approximately 746,067 model year (MY) 2008 through 2011 Ford Escape vehicles equipped with electric power assisted steering (NHTSA 14V-284, Ford 14S05). Ford's DIR described the defect condition as "a…

NHTSA #DP15001 · Steering · opened Apr 2015 · closed Jun 2018

Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction Closed

In a letter dated August 30, 2012, The North Carolina Consumers Council (NCCC) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged electronic throttle body failures resulting in engine stall or surge while driving in model year (MY) 2005 through 2012 Ford Escape vehicles. On October 2, 2012 the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Defect Petiti…

NHTSA #DP12006 · Engine · opened Oct 2012 · closed Feb 2013

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 5

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

Some 2005-2012 Escape Hybrid and 2006-2011 Mariner Hybrid vehicles may set DTCs P0A81 (battery pack cooling fan 1 control circuit) and/or P0A96 (battery pack cooling fan 2 control circuit) in the traction battery control module (TBCM). These codes by themselve…

Bulletin TSB 16-0118 · Electrical System · Sep 2016

COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM

Bulletin SIS-21841 · Air Bags, Electrical System · Apr 2011

FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM

Bulletin AS-21769 · Power Train, Electrical System, Service Brakes, Air · Mar 2011

FORD/MERCURY: TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WITH DTC C1440. SOME VEHICLES BUILT MAY EXHIBIT THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON WITH DTC CODE C1440. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD FOLLOWING THE ILLUMINATION OF THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, A SLIGHT BRAKE D…

Bulletin TSB-09-15-1 · Traction Control System · Dec 2009

FORD: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING OR RUBBING NOISE FROM THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AND/OR EXHIBIT ABS WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATION. ESCAPE AND ESCAPE HYBRID ONLY. *PE

Bulletin TSB-09-5-5 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2009

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ESCAPE HYBRID FWD/AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Ford Escape Hybrid

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company from the 2001 to the 2026 model years across four generations, as Ford's first SUV derived from a car platform.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · HEV
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid vehicles on record

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Other Ford Escape Hybrid model years

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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid?

Across all 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, service brakes, engine.

What is the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid get?

The 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid has U.S. EPA estimates of 28–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid listings run roughly $5,600–$15,000, typically around $10,039 (from 27 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.