2009 Ford Escape Service Brakes Problems
- 42
- 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 42 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 22 records
- master cylinder · 10 records
- steering wheel · 9 records
- went floor · 6 records
- goes floor · 6 records
- stop sign · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
I was driving in a neighborhood and as i was approaching a stop sign, i slowly started to brake. As i came closer to the stop sign, suddenly the brake pedal felt like it just "dropped out" and i slid through the stop sign and had to slam my foot on the brake pedal all the way to the floor and thankfully was able to stop, but was in the middle of the road at this point. This was very scary and i am thankful that…
ODI 10917160
Service Brakes
After driving over a short section of rough pavement the brake pedal was soft later making stopping difficult, and nearly running a stop sign. Abs control unit was replaced at a cost of over $2000. *tr
ODI 10938961
Service Brakes
While moving lose brakes, brakes go to floor. Changed brake master cylinder and it is still doing it.
ODI 10885800
Service Brakes · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. While driving 30 mph, the abs, brake, and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the abs control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 21,300. Updated 04/14/16*lj *cn
ODI 10849594
Service Brakes
On january 18, 2016 i paid $2,829.78 for brake repairs on our 2009 ford escape (v6 / 2-wheel drive, with 136,221 miles on the odometer). The brake repairs were required because of a failure in both the abs braking module and the brake master cylinder (please see attached invoice from cornerstone ford), which caused the brake pedal to sink to the floor when brakes were applied. I could not believe that ford had not…
ODI 10825187
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. While driving, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering sensor and steering column had to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the onboard diagnostic warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle experienced a loss of power. The dealer stated that the mass air index was…
ODI 10896519
Service Brakes · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that the front brakes exhibited an abnormal noise and the brake pedal failed to engage and disengage. In addition, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who were unable to determine a permanent remedy to repair the vehicle. The independent mechanics bled the brake lines and replaced the master…
ODI 11112006
Electronic Stability Control · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · Service Brakes
When driving the traction control light, brake light, and abs light came on. These light will not go out. Taking it to a mechanic, they tell me it is the abs module. The test cost $100. To replace the module will cost $1395. Should this not be a warranted item for safety? The shop told me that the abs and traction control will not work until the module is replaced.
ODI 10745751
Engine · Service Brakes
Brake at a light or stop sign at least 3 times when 2009 ford escape xlt wanted to accelerate. *tr
ODI 10689490
Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Entering a parking space in a grocery store lot. When i applied the brakes it seemed i got a simutaneus engine acceleration and the car surged forward hitting the facing car. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10653621
Service Brakes · Steering
Excessive wear on front brakes, replaced at 18,000 miles and again at 25,000 miles plus new calipers. Vehicle's current mileage is 27,000...steers better now... Difficultly inserting key in ignition unless steering is in the lock position.. Current problem. *tr
ODI 10618524
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
While coming to a stop at a major intersection with a car in front of me, my 2009 ford escape suddenly accelerated and would not stop, despite my frantic efforts to brake the car; i swerved to my right, went through 6 inches of snow on grass curb and then went up a 5 ft. Ice bank, where my wheels jammed in the ice and i stopped, sitting at nearly a 45 degree angle, 5 ft. Above the road. My front bumper was mangled…
Crash reported
ODI 10574299
Service Brakes · Steering
I was traveling on the turnpike when all at once my car jerked then lost power, i was unable to steer the car so i coasted on the median till the car allowed me to turn onto an exit ramp. My husband came and checked the truck, it started and seemed to be okay. The entire month of november the truck starts however the steering wheel is locked. I have to cut the car off and on at least 6 times while trying to turn the…
ODI 10555132
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard upon being depressed without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the brake hydraulic control unit would need to be replaced.…
ODI 10553221
Service Brakes
Brake pedal went to the floor leaving my office. Local master mechanic inspected it and said it's the brake hydraulic control unit (hcu). I drove to frontier ford dealer and the technician said it's the master cylinder which was a wrong diagnosis and after replacing the master cylinder the brake was soft and went half way to the floor. *tr
ODI 10553134
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Driving and vehicle kept acting like it was stalling while trying to drive. Knew that the gas was not low, so wasn't sure what the issue was. Made it to destination and called mechanic. Brought it in to the shop, still with intermittent stalling while driving. Ran a test and said that the throttle actuator control system was stuck open - this has seemed to be a problem with ford escape vehicles. Got it fixed with no…
ODI 10551482
Service Brakes
Vehicle has no brakes after sitting overnight, requires pumping brake pedal to correct. Vehicle has been in dealer shop numerous times. Dealer recently replaced master cylinder and reprogrammed abs module. Vehicle still has the problem and its 2013. Found numerous complaints on the web after doing search for "ford escape brake problems". Fords response is that haven't seen any problems. *tr
ODI 10508971
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