Ford Freestyle recalls and problems
2 recalls and 3,665 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
2
Complaints
3,665
Crashes reported
101
Fires reported
14
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Ford Freestyle by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Freestyle | 0 | 893 | 27 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 Freestyle | 1 | 1,300 | 42 | 10 | 18 | 0 |
| 2005 Freestyle | 2 | 1,459 | 32 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| 2004 Freestyle | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Ford Freestyle problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1,617 | |
| Power Train | 1,308 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 351 | |
| Engine | 330 | |
| Electrical System | 269 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 224 | |
| Unknown or Other | 190 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 169 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 127 | |
| Structure | 91 |
All Ford Freestyle recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06V-383 | Oct 5, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota… |
| 05V-515 | Nov 9, 2005 | 2005 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (All wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Ford Freestyle?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2005 Ford Freestyle has the most reports (1,459). Check the 2005 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Ford Freestyle have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering Ford Freestyle model years 2005–2006.
What are the most common Ford Freestyle problems?
Owners report vehicle speed control, power train, engine and engine cooling problems most often.