2009 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid | 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 153 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 4 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–32 | 29–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,000 mi | 80,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape Hybrid | Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 70 | 14 |
| Engine | 24 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 | 8 |
| Power Train | 15 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 26 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
2009 Ford Escape Hybrid
2011 Ford Escape Hybrid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.