Three problems related to starter solenoid have been reported for the 2009 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2009 Escape.
2009 Ford Escape 3. 0 246,000 miles, have had all recall items replaced. Problems with starter continuously engaged, spark and melt positive wire. Replaced starter, tumbler and ignition module. 5 months later same event occurred. Starter continuously engaged, smoke and sparks from replaced starter. Mechanic replaced starter, starter solenoid and ignition module located directly behind ignition tumbler. Still having same issue with starter running continuously, mechanic suspects possible wiring harness compromised from previous high voltage drain damage. Replacement of wiring harness may be the only option to correct issue.
Vct solenoids and cam sensors are faulty. The vehicle stalls randomly, engine lags and exibits poor fuel mpg. The problem occured just out of warranty and upon research; I have discovered this issue is very vast with 2009-2011 Ford Escapes, Mercury mariners, 2010-2011 Ford fusion and Mercury milan vehicles equipped with the 3. 0l engine and built on or before 3-1-2011. My 2009 Ford Escape and many others vehicles should be recalled at no cost out of warranty.
Took my vehicle in to Ford dealer due to check engine light stuck on. Diagnostics pulled 2 codes, p0011 & p0012. These 2 codes are major engine problems!! both solenoids need to be replaced, and possibly have to replace both cylinder heads and cam shafts if head and camshafts show wear = thus a very very expensive engine repair cost for me!! the Ford dealership said this is only covered under warranty up to 60,000 miles: my Escape had only 63,296 miles on 4-2-13, the day I went to the dealership. I'm climbing up the tree at Ford motor company an feel I have a "lemon" Ford vehicle!! I want to know why Ford motor company did not send out any recall notices to 2009 Ford Escape owners regarding this major-major engine malfunction = serious engine repair costs to me due to their negligence !! I am over the warranty timeline by 3,296 miles !!! I should not have to pay for this engine repair !!.