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P2135 on FORD ESCAPE

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2009

What P2135 Means on Your FORD ESCAPE

Real FORD ESCAPE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Vehicle stalled during acceleratation. then went idle and went into safety mode in traffic."

— 2006 FORD ESCAPE owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 02/06/2016

"While driving the 2009 ford escape down highway, experienced a brief lurch then complete and immediate loss of throttle control. engine speed decreased to approx. 1000 rpm making it impossible to continue driving and forcing an emergency stop on shoulder."

— 2009 FORD ESCAPE owner • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 08/24/2013

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P2135 on FORD ESCAPE

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2009
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P2135 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026