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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1FMCU03G39K••••••2009 Ford ESCAPE
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2009 Ford ESCAPE build (28 vs 10).
28on this build
1505on the model
154builds in total
Most reportedSteering 19Vehicle Speed Control 4Power Train 3Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringApr 2026
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and only manual steering was available. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, and the vehicle was towed to the…
Service BrakesFeb 2019
I was driving my ford escape and when I pressed my breaks there was a bang sound and the break pedal went to the floor. Lost all break pressure while driving
Fuel/propulsion SystemOct 2016
Purchased used 2009 escape in april 2016. Check engine light on and gas leaks over tire well when the tank is filled all the way. Took it in and upon smoke test dealership stated the top of the tank is rusted with pinholes. Trying to charge me $1600 to repair with the filler…
Unknown Or OtherMay 2016
Radiator fan is constantly running at high speed even when engine is cold. When turning on the AC for the first time this year a cloud of something came out of the vents which startled the driver and could have caused an accident if in a congested area. AC is now blowing warn…
Vehicle Speed ControlAug 2013
The contact owns a 2009 ford escape. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 30 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration power. The vehicle was merged to the shoulder where it was shut down and restarted. The vehicle resumed normal function but the failure…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FMCU03G39KB79187 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.