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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2009 Ford Flex recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 26, 201616V247000 | Air bags: frontalAn improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V247000
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Owner complaints by component181
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 20 |
| Electrical system | 32 | 18 |
| Service brakes | 32 | 18 |
| Power train | 23 | 13 |
| Steering | 18 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 9 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 17 | 9 |
| Hydraulic | 16 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | 8 |
| Structure | 12 | 7 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 10 | 6 |
| Suspension | 9 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 4 |
| Air bags | 6 | 3 |
| Wheels | 5 | 3 |
13 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Wheels
“On February 26, 2026, I purchased a used 2009 Ford Flex VIN from Header’s Auto Sales. At time of delivery, the vehicle was equipped with tires that did not meet the manufacturer’s required load rating for this vehicle.”
- Electrical system
“You can be driving down the road, and all your gauges will stop working, and all the warning lights on the dash will light up.”
- Unknown or other
“Rear subframe rusted at bolt mount. Vehicle could have experienced catastrophic failure wihle driving. Independent service center diagnosed and documented rusted area and potential for failure.”
Other Ford Flex model years
- 20136 recalls580 complaints
- 20122 recalls64 complaints
- 20112 recalls144 complaints
- 20101 recall139 complaints
- 20091 recall181 complaints
All years: 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2009
Other Ford models
- 2009 F-1502 recalls324 complaints
- 2009 Escape1 recall1,846 complaints
- 2009 Explorer0 recalls33 complaints
- 2009 Fusion6 recalls1,023 complaints
- 2009 Focus0 recalls229 complaints
- 2009 Edge6 recalls261 complaints
- 2009 F-2500 recalls77 complaints
- 2009 Mustang5 recalls181 complaints
- 2009 F-3509 recalls47 complaints
- 2009 Taurus0 recalls64 complaints
- 2009 Expedition1 recall28 complaints
- 2009 Ranger7 recalls169 complaints
2009 Ford Flex recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Ford Flex have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2009 Ford Flex. The most recent, 16V247000 (reported April 26, 2016), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Ford Flex?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 36 complaints out of 181 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Ford Flex?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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