2009 Ford Escape Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 275
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 275 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Accelerator Pedal · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 117 |
| 30–60k mi | 86 |
| 100–150k mi | 41 |
| 1–30k mi | 16 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the engine stalled with the illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle was restarted after two attempts however, the failure recurred six times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the throttle body and motor assembly were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The…
ODI 10533031
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the engine stalled with the illumination of the engine warning indicator. The vehicle was restarted normally however, the failure recurred six times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the throttle body and motor assembly were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate…
ODI 10533002
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving along when the car feels as though it's about to stall. I immediately slow down to pull over, turn the car off, let it sit for a moment then start it back up. The problem has continued to happen until i took it into a garage to find out i need a new throttle body. *tr
ODI 10532320
Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving on a two lane rt, speed limit 55mph at 9pm, no lighting along rt, accelerating to keep up speed going up a hill, the car started to slow down. Pulling over to my right (off the road ) putting on my flashers, was now at a complete stop was hit in rear left doing damage to my car and the car that hit me.the car that hit me left the seen of the accident. No warning this was going to happen.towed car to a…
Crash reported
ODI 10532547
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Driving vehicle approx. 50 mph on a clear day, approx 105 degrees in las vegas nv, the rpm's suddenly went "limp" around 900 even though the gas peddle was fully depressed. Appearance of a wrench light and check engine light noted. Hazard lights were engaged and the vehicle was successfully pulled to the side of the road, turned off, and restarted. Ran fine like nothing happened for about a mile and a half. Same…
ODI 10532787
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Driving about 55-60 mph down the highway my gas pedal stopped responding and my truck rapidly slowed down. I was able to maneuver to the shoulder & restart. This happened 4 times in the 7 miles to pick up my daughter (toddler son was with me). I had to go to the nearest service shop and almost $500 later its being fixed. *tr
ODI 10531836
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle just stopped driving almost like it stalled and then started to coast. *tr
ODI 10531623
Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle moving at constant 45 mph when engine stumble felt, electronic throttle control/powertrain light illuminated and lost all ability to control vehicle speed with accelerator pedal. Engine was still running and vehicle was able to be safely pulled off the main road. After turning vehicle off and then back on, the light went out and all systems were again ok. Problem was traced to the electronic throttle control…
ODI 10532625
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
At full speed on the freeway the throttle body decided to go into limp mode and go to an idle only. I had to quickly pull to the side or i would have been hit. If i would have been in heavy traffic i would have caused an accident. The situation happened again today while waiting for a red light. It sounds like that is being investigated already. *tr
ODI 10532220
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
When driving the truck we lose acceleration and pressing the gas pedal does nothing. This has happened now 4 times. The idle sits between 800 & 1100 rpms when this happens. We took the truck to the service department at pine lake ford in laporte, indiana and they said that the throttle body needs to be replaced at a cost of $383. Our extended warranty just ran out and this seems to be a recall problem when i…
ODI 10532160
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle died and check engine light came on. We ran the diagnostic and it indicated the fuel actuator was getting stuck. According to the ford dealer, the throttle body needs to be replaced. It appears that many other owners of this vehicle have also had to have the throttle body replaced. *tr
ODI 10531707
Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle suddenly started decelerating at a rapid pace. I was driving 60 mph, and the gas pedal suddenly seemed to stop sending gas to the engine. I had to pull over and coast to a stop. This was not covered by my lifetime warranty and is going to cost me over $600 in towing, parts and labor. *tr
ODI 10526095
Vehicle Speed Control
Car stalled while moving 3 times. Once while in motion, the other 2 right after stops. Would hit the gas & the car wouldn't move. I would turn off the car & restart it & it would run ok, then do it again. Took it to autozone to have them tell me what codes came up & they said it was the p2111 stating the throttle actuator stuck on open. I have a 2 year old daughter & can't have take this kind of risk with her. Its…
ODI 10546669
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle stalled several miles later as the contact applied the brakes. The vehicle was restarted and the failure recurred twice. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the throttle body would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired.…
ODI 10532862
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving 35 mph in town when vehicle seemed to be losing power. I pulled over to the side of the road. The engine was running at a very rough idle . I tried to accelerate but it would barely move. I turned the engine off and restarted it . It did the same thing, no acceleration. I did this several times before it would run properly. It seemed rather jerky while driving. I was about 10 miles from home when this…
ODI 10526108
Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving home on i-95 south and as i was exiting to go west on i-495 my ford escape lost all acceleration. I was extremely lucky that there wasn't much traffic around me and i was able to drift over to the shoulder and come to a stop. *tr
ODI 10533813
Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving home from work. The car was running just fine when it suddenly decelerated and died. The little wrench on the left side of the instrument panel lit up. I turned on the hazard lights, turned off the ignition, put it in park and restarted it. It was exactly like the experiences of the other escape owners who had problems with the throttle. I had been noticing a "flutter" under the accelerator a few…
ODI 10525864
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated while traveling approximately 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was moved to the shoulder of the road where it was restarted. The vehicle resumed normal function then the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle will be repaired. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 10525556
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
This is the 3rd time this problem happened. I'm driving normally, at a constant speed, and all of a sudden, wrench light comes on, rpms do weird things, gas pedal doesn't do anything, putting it in neutral in a drift downspeed does nothing, park does nothing. Putting it in park and shutting the engine, and starting again makes the light go away and run fine again. This is a huge safety concern as i travel with young…
ODI 10525541
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the wrench warning icon illuminated as the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was restarted and functioned normally. The vehicle was later taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage…
ODI 10533706
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I was on the highway going around 60 mph. The vehicle seemed to die.i pulled over and realized it was still running, but would only idle and did not respond to pressing the gas pedal. I restarted the engine and drove about 50 miles without further incident,but engine warning light remained on. The next day, the engine warning light was on when i started the vehicle, and it lost power immediately. I restarted it and…
ODI 10533357
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving the car lost speed and rpms. Car would not accelerate. It ran at an idle. Dealership said throttle body needed to be replaced. The part has need on back order for some time. *tr
ODI 10525001
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Car seems to loose power. Although the engine is still running it seems to not be able to accelerate or move. I have to turn on my blinkers and coast to a safe place and stop and restart my engine. *tr
ODI 10546213
Vehicle Speed Control
2009 ford escape. Consumer writes in regards to throttle body problems. *smd the consumer stated as she merged onto the highway, the vehicle totally shut down. The wrench light illuminated, she applied the brake and turned off the key and re-started the engine. The consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer, but continued to experience the failure. An inspection revealed the throttle body needed to be…
ODI 10533553
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Car surged then stalled on interstate 65mph. 2nd time at 40mph on county hwy. Throttle body bad-part on national backorder 2 week delay. *tr
ODI 10524526