2009 Ford Escape Fuel System Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are fuel system problems on the 2009 Ford Escape?
203 owners have reported fuel system problems on the 2009 Ford Escape, 12% of all complaints for this year and the 5th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 52,000–98,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
203 complaints 12% of all 2009 complaints 69,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (190 of 203). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Fuel System complaints by the year the problem happened.
Fuel System complaints by Escape year
Related recalls
No recall covers fuel system problems on the 2009 Ford Escape. See all 3 recalls for this year.
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Other 2009 Ford Escape problems
Common questions
What are common 2009 Ford Escape fuel system problems?
Complaints most often name the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings, storage and tank assembly.
At what mileage do 2009 Ford Escape fuel system problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 52,000–98,000 miles. The middle value is about 69,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2009 Ford Escape fuel system problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2009 Ford Escape. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Escape year has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2010 Escape, with 507 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.