2009 Ford Escape XLS FWD 4Dr SUV Recalls

Fuel: 22 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy
MSRP: $20,435

Ford's small crossover Escape enters 2009 again available in several trims: XLS, XLT, XLT V6, Limited, and Hybrid. All trims are available in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations. The base engine gets upgraded to a 2.5L I-4, while the 3.0L V6 engine returns, boasting 200 horsepower and 193 lb-ft of torque. The Hybrid features a "full" hybrid 2.5L I-4 engine, which can run fully on electricity up to 25 mph for fuel efficient city driving. Available features on the Escape include a voice activation SYNC system, Sirius satellite radio, full leather seating, a Navigation system, and a power glass moonroof.

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2009 Ford Escape XLS FWD 4Dr SUV Recalls Equipment

Vehicle recalls have received much media attention recently. While some of these reports are related to investigations that have not yet resulted in an official recall, IntelliChoice does strive to display all the current used 2009 Ford Escape XLS FWD 4Dr SUV recalls and safety equipment issues provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in their recall database. As consumers and vehicle owners are generally notified first, there may be a delay between the time a recall is announced and when we are able to update our site. This 2009 Ford Escape XLS FWD 4Dr SUV recall list includes dates, detailed manufacturing problems, number of units affected, defects, and more. Click on the links below to view additional data about the 2009 Ford Escape XLS FWD 4Dr SUV recalls and solutions from the manufacturer!

Recall 01 - ID # 10E043000 - EQUIPMENT

Consequence	AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Recall Date	September 3, 2010
Model Affected	Escape
Description	MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Component	EQUIPMENT
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET MARATHON SEAT COVERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON GENERAL MOTORS, FORD, CHRYSLER, TOYOTA, OR NISSAN VEHICLES.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
Remedy	MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
Units Affected	294
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