What was the problem with the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid?

Mark: So Ford Escape, 2009 hybrid had a problem with this high voltage battery. What was going on with this vehicle? Bernie: Yeah, so the vehicle was towed to our shop in a no start condition. The owner had left the vehicle sitting for a while. Found the 12 volt battery had drained completely.

What kind of battery does a Ford Escape Hybrid use?

You can switch that up and it’ll divert power from the 12 volt battery to the high voltage battery and charge that battery up enough so you can start to vehicle. A very smart idea, which they decided to discontinue in the 2009 model year.

How long does it take to replace a Ford Escape battery?

Hyper Hybrids will repair or replace your Ford Escape battery and get you back on the road in about an hour or two for a price that is about half of what the other guys charge. And we will warranty the battery for a full 120 days to 1 year depending on the service level you choose.

Where is the Charger on a Ford Escape?

Interestingly enough, on a Ford Escape, if you have one that’s a 2008 or earlier, there’s actually a capability to charge the high voltage battery with the 12 volt battery system. There’s a switch. Can’t remember exactly where it’s located, but if you look in your owner’s manual, you’ll find it.

How much does it cost to replace hybrid battery in Ford Escape?

We recently received one concerning a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid, which the owner had left unused for several months. The car wouldn’t start after that, and when she had it towed to her local Ford dealer, the service department told her she had to have the hybrid battery replaced, at a cost of $9,700.

Is there a problem with my Ford Escape battery?

I have had an ongoing problem with battery drain on my 2008 Ford Escape. At first, if the car sat for 48 hours with out being started, it would drain. Not even enough juice to unlock the doors. Since the battery was already 4 years old, that was the first thing we thought of and immediately replaced it. 2 days later the battery was dead.

What should the hvbattery be on a Ford Escape?

Ford engineers have determined that keeping the HVBattery between 40 and 60 % will allow the battery to perform well past the 8 (or 10) years and 100,000 (or 150,000) miles that the special warranty covers.

What was the problem with the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid?