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Scratched Glass
Mike and Debbi, 02/23/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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2009 Ford Escape,Escape Owners 08/09 help us out! This is the second Ford Escape we have purchased. New 2001 and less than a year ago 2009.(We love the Escape) The issue is the Belt Mouldings have captured sand/fine grit and has scratched the rear passenger windows. More noticeable due to heavey tint,and now on the front drivers glass and passenger. 2001 Ford Escape never this issue.The 09 is getting worse.The Ford Dealer stocks his inventory on a Boat Yard on Quincy Bay near Boston Harbor. The service department will not help us out to fix this problem,stating it's our fault.We do not live next to a gravel pit,nor do we drive this vehicle on the Beach.Ford Reps will not acknowledge.
Sangria Ford Update AWD V6
bjc, 03/20/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Went on vacation and left vehicle with Dealer for a week. Ford has Tech Bulletins on transmission/transfer case noise and vibrating accelerator peddle that the dealer was able to fix. Overall I really like the vehicle, now that the annoying problems have been repaired I can get back to enjoying the commute.
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Love our Ford!
Anthony, 04/23/2010
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Vehicle has been GREAT...it's my wife's car but I love driving it as well. I don't know what Escape Edmond's was driving, but the brakes on this Escape are AWESOME. We love the SYNC package as well as the satellite radio. Fit and finish are second to none. High revving 4 cylinder gets great mileage and has good power. Ford has been doing one hell of a job. Highly recommended. We test drove a Chevy Equinox (Government Motors, I know, please forgive me)and it was a typical GM...poor fit/finish, lots of cheap plastic, etc...even with GM's rebates, we said no way.
Sangria Escape AWD V6 Update 2
bjc, 04/30/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Had to take the vehicle back for transmission noise again. Hoot was back in transfer case and sounded like drive shaft was metal on metal, noise disappeared at hwy speeds. Dealer found new tech bulletin for Escape 6 speed transmission issue they applied. Vehicle is now shifting more normally and I don't notice the noises coming from the transfer case. Let's hope this is the last visit to the dealer for the same thing.
So far so Good
edog, 05/14/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Most of my drving is to and from work. Feels solid. No rattles, Tough seeing through rear window when backing up. Chrome Rimms are a waste of money and very hard to keep clean.
Well worth it
bman, 07/05/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Bought this vehicle used from a local dealer. Had a Fusion previously and definitely love the extra room. Has a great ride, mpg, and low wind noise. Test drove Rav4, Pilots, and Equinox and kept coming back to the Ford.
American Quality?
Jeff H, 07/20/2010
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Bought American to support my country and UAW after years of Asian vehicles. Engine runs/idles louder/rougher than comparable imports and SUV has been into dealer 3 times for over 3 weeks. Mysterious clunking in rear (Ford engineer called in), leaky transmission, transmission shifting problems (recall to reprogram control module solved them). Overall, I like the vehicle but have been a little disappointed with the overall quality and experience of owning it. Certainly makes me question the contention that domestic vehicles are equal to and exceeding imports. And, it seems like every other car on the road is an Escape!
2009 Sangri Ford Escape AWD V6 update
bjc, 10/11/2010
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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After 11,000 miles have had to take the vehicle back to the dealer because they fouled up the brakes. Took it in for an oil change and mentioned funny noise when decelerating and ended up going back 5 times because the brakes weren't right. Now I am returning 10-12-2010 because of an oil leak on the drivers side of vehicle. Dealer says oil filter on passenger side so not sure what is leaking, sure hope not transmission. I am 2nd guessing myself now for buying a Ford and wonder how many more times I will be in the service department with it.
Great electronics
Russ Page, 04/07/2017
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Best hands free phone set up seen, far superior to Toyota 2011 avalon. Cruise control on steering wheel also more intuitive than other cars.
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Blessing
Darrin thomas, 07/12/2017
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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It's in excellent shape and a beautiful SUV
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Satisfied so far
Renegade21, 12/16/2009
2009 Ford Escape Limited 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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I wanted a SUV for utility but didn't want to sacrifice much on MPG. I get about 24/27mpg (city/hwy) and probably average about 25 overall. The Escape is fun to drive and pretty comfortable. I'm glad I went with the 6 cylinder. It has pretty good pickup but struggles initially. Handling is pretty nimble for an SUV. Get the Sync system! I love controlling my iPod and phone by voice. Overall a great SUV that I've enjoyed so far and haven't had any problems with. (about 7500 miles driven so far)
I will never buy another Ford
Gary, 05/09/2024
2009 Ford Escape XLT 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
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Constant repairs, do not buy a 2009 Ford Escape what a disgrace. Now as of 5 /10/2024 the key is giving me problems starting the car, purchased a new key helps some. Needs a new ignition cylinder, stay away from Ford.
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