2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2009 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 284 | 1,691 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,432 | 45 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 91,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 827 |
| Power Train | 12 | 301 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 279 |
| Engine | 14 | 254 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 143 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 115 |
| Air Bags | 97 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 94 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 197 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 81 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 192 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 172 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 85 |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
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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.