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2005 Ford Escape Problems and Repair Histories

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2005 Ford Escape 45 Escapes, 8.2 months of data per Escape, average 93500 miles

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2005 Ford Escape

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Ford Escape in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 122000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 123000 2899 Car not start. Burn up computer and spark plug. Replaced all spark plugs, coils and computer. 2900 cost 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 53320   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 53940 250 the rear end differential needs to be replaced as the bearings are wearing out. Ford says that the replacement part costs $2200.00 / $3600 installed. None of the Escape forums list this kind of problem. Front torsion bar linkage worn out. Needs to be replaced 
Feb 2010 54560 1400 CLUTCH OF REAREND ASSEMBLY PREMATURELY WORN OUT. METAL FILINGS FOUND IN REAREND OIL. HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY WITH USED PART AS NEW PART TOO EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE. 
Oct 2011 73160   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Ford Escape in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 70000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 86000 0 Motorcraft battery died after less than 4 years. Prorate is worthless, AdvanceAuto battery cheaper, installed myself. 
Sep 2012 92000 500 Replaced both L+R inner and outer tie rods, one side worn bad other not terrible but replaced both sides Both L+R sway bar links were worn out Replaced both front struts Noticed scoring on L brake disc (probably caused my myself when I changed the pads 30k miles ago) and decided to changed both front rotors and install new pads. The rear control arms have ball joints which were worn out on both sides. I replaced both control arms (comes as an assembly with ball joint installed) Both L+R front ball joints had torn boots and were out of grease and full of dirt. Replaced with new ball joints. 
Mar 2013 97000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 56000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 60000 1200 Rear shocks, front strut bushings, spark plugs 10000ths over gap, replaced with new plugs and had 60k miles maintenance performed. 
Jul 2010 64000 100 Replaced front brake rotors. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 25000   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 37700 208 Replaced right rear shock -- failed possibly due to severe weather conditions (heat stress) per dealer 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2012 130000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 135000 2477 The car was missing. Couldn't go faster than 25mph if at all. All 6 coils and the PCM needed to be replaced. Very costly. Maybe not even worth repairing although the bluebook value is fairly high. 
Dec 2012 140000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Penza Oblast, Russia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 44020   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 60140 3 headlamp - melted H11 socket, just bought a new one 
Dec 2010 63860 120 gasket in rear differential (oil leak), $40 wire/socket in PRNDL circuit - cost me much of nerves, coz it was hard to find the problem - the car was not able to ignite in hot weather conditions, $80 
Apr 2011 67580 2000 failed automatic transmission 

 

Ford Escape in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 75000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 83000 340 Rear shocks needed to be replaced due to low fluid. 
Jan 2013 85000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 50000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 68000 98 High pitched whine which went away with stepping on Brake. Mechanic thought it needed new brakes, but on inspection saw there was 50% of pad life left. He lubed and put back together. No more whine. 
Dec 2010 81000 1000 The torque converter was bad and had to be replaced. 
Dec 2011 92000 429 Small leak in the brakes vacuum assist was causing a high pitched whine until brakes were depressed. Turn out it was not being sealed when letting off the brakes 
Jun 2012 98000 350 replaced brakes Replaced tie rod 
Mar 2013 107000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 38000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 70000 500 Replace brake fluid and rear brakes 
Dec 2012 115000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

Ford Escape in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 58900   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 61380 0 Gas cap loose/missing light came on dash. Fixed gas cap seal by removing, cleaning and reinstalling rubber seal. No problem since. 
Oct 2011 63840 70 Replaced faulty switch on moonroof. Problem solved. Switch is extremely expensive ($70). 
Mar 2013 70680   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 46500   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 53320 0 Rear Suspension reported leaking and will need a repair soon. Delaying a bit. Battery also reported as weak, but no starting problems. 
Jun 2011 58900 350 Rear suspension reported as leaking a few months ago, but no driving symptoms apparent. Repaired at convenient time. 
Sep 2011 63240 112 Exhaust Manifold reported as leaking during oil change at non-dealer service. Replaced by dealer under extended warranty. Pinion seal/gasket reported 'seeping' during former repair, but was not critical. Repaired along with other warranty item. 
Mar 2013 75020   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2004 0 To dealer 4 times for poor performance 
Sep 2008 20000 65 Noise in left rear-shocks bad-replaced myself 
Feb 2011 30700 0 Noise was now identified as tire noise. Replaced tires with third set in 35K miles. Noise much less but still when braking. Tire dealer showed me that two of the wheels were warped and thought that they and the brake pads were the problem. 
Mar 2013 40000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 100000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 105000 375 Brakes, pads and drums for rear axle 
Jun 2008 132000 0 Rear brake work. 
Dec 2009 164000 0 There was a leak from the lower radiator hose. Not sure if it was related to the waterpump, did not diagnose before trading it in. 

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 76260   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 79140 1000 alternator died, car dies while driving. replaced alternator. Apparently, PCM lost its stored settings when alternator died and battery ran out. Transmission and idling became rough. 
Mar 2013 79980   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 67000   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 94000 350 Carrier Bearing in Front Differential 
Sep 2009 101000 35 Electrical ground loose 
Dec 2009 102000 90 Two coil packs cylinders 4 and 5 
Jul 2011 113300 125 Low/leak Freon. 
Jul 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2012 92000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 92000 0 Loose and/or broken stabilizer links 

 

Ford Escape in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 82000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 85700 150 Front passenger window wouldn't go down. Styrofoam in door had came loose. Shop re-glued Styrofoam put door panel back in place. Paid for labor/glue/disposal fees, etc. 
Dec 2012 86000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 35000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 47000 650 Replaced right front wheel bearing. 
Nov 2010 85000 4400 Vehicle wouldn't drive, replaced transmission. 
Jun 2012 110000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 58000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 59000 50 AC compressor failed. 
Sep 2012 75000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 118000   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 125000 750 Abs light on, 4wd light blinking Brake rotors and brake pads replaced Failing alternator 

 

Ford Escape in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2005 0 purchased 
Feb 2008 61300 750 replaced rear shocks, front brakes and rotors. flushed and replaced brake fluid and transmission fluid 
Jun 2009 87000 354 replaced #4 cylinder coil 
Dec 2009 94000 361 Replaced center driveshaft U-Joint 
Jan 2011 116000 2600 REPLACED 6 COIL PACKS, ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND SPARK PLUGS APPARENTLY THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLITEN ABOUT THIS, BUT NEVER A RECALL. SUPPOSEDLY, THE SPARK PLUGS WENT BAD AND FRIED THE CONTROL MODULE AND COIL PACKS. 
Nov 2011 129700 786 replaced alternator 
Mar 2013 144000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 0 Coil Pak #1 Went Bad 
Sep 2007 17 Front Passenger Stud Broke off 
Oct 2007 48 When removing the Exhaust manifold for above repair found ABS ring on the Drive Axle was broken, they want 540.00 for a new Axle, I had them JB Weld the ring and all is good so far. Cost on JB weld was 48 Dollars 
Mar 2008 1295 First new vehicle I opted NOT to buy the extended warranty for, well it bit me! Transfer Case failure, I noticed noise in the front end, took it in to get looked at, the transfer case was totally destroyed, on the inside. Was told this was the only one 

 

Ford Escape in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 250 Replaced left front wheel bearing because it was noisy. Sounded like I was running snow tires. 
Jan 2011 400 Replaced one coil over a spark plug and all plugs. Engine was missing badly. 

 

Ford Escape in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 67000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 85000 59 hose from windshield wiper fluid tank to pump became unconnected and was reconnected and fastened. 
Apr 2012 151000 1368 Replaced flexplate/flywheel and replaced starter as well while had apart. drilled out broken manifold and replaced since car was apart for another problem 
Mar 2013 165000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 0 ABS and AWD light coming in. Replace right front axle due to abs pick up ring broken off 
Feb 2009 42780 170 Left front axle broke at c.v. joint. $170 for the axle, 1.5 hrs labour 
Mar 2009 45280 300 replace broken left front axle $170 for the axle, $130 for labour 
Apr 2009 47740 100 Replaced seized left rear caliper. 
Nov 2009 53320 200 Replaced left front wheel bearing, $40. Replaced both front rotors and pads. 
Mar 2010 57980 55 Factory stereo stopped working. Replaced with a stereo I had lying around. $55 for the mounting plate and wiring harness. 
Oct 2010 60760 0 a/c compressor seal leaking 

 

Ford Escape in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 27000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 28000 800 Customer complained that car was pulling to the left. After inspection, both left and right control arms were replaced and a 4 wheel alignment was performed.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 87420   First odometer entry
May 2010 89280 1200 replace 3 wheel bearings and lower control arm and tone ring. 
Oct 2012 116560 250 Flex pipe replace 

 

Ford Escape in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 77000   First odometer entry
Oct 2008 80000 200 New rear drilled/slotted rotors and ceramic pads. 
Mar 2009 86000 160 Front drilled/slotted rotors and ceramic pads. Flushed brake fluid entire system. 
Nov 2009 101000 60 Idle Air Control Valve cleaned and no different - then ordered/replaced with new part 
Apr 2010 109000 360 Front drivers side wheel bearing noise for several weeks. Developed a stronger vibration and found inner CV joint play. Replaced half shaft, wheel bearing, and while there, both struts/bearings, and rear shocks. 
Aug 2010 115000 35 Vibration from U-joints on rear drive shaft. 
Jan 2012 133000 160 Front right wheel bearing replaced 
Dec 2012 141000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 66960   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 66960 200 Outer passenger tie-rod ball joint seized. 
Nov 2010 75020 333 The pinion seal and both axle seals on the rear dif. were leaking; told this is somewhat common for the age of the vehicle / driving in Canada. 
Apr 2011 78300 330 Driver side wheelbearing replaced 
Feb 2012 84940 400 Sway bar bushing on the drivers side required replacing.  Also, the ABS tone ring on the same side needed replacing. When I went to get the vehicle certified for the buyer, both brake (flex) lines required replacing (apparently a common repair on that vehicle).  

 

Ford Escape in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0 Failed COP unit cyl # 4 
Nov 2008 50 Failed COP unit cyl #6 
Aug 2009 107000 850 Faulty computer burns out COP units. Problem first manifested at low mileage, again last year and most recently four of six COP units failed. Dealer fried four more units verifying my complaint. PCM backordered till mid September 
Oct 2009 108000 240 Replaced front pads and rotors 
Aug 2011 144000 521 New front and back rotors and pads [Motorcraft, from dealer] 
Sep 2012 162000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Ford Escape in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 73000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 75000 0 Poor gas mileage 20 MPG instead of the usual 24 MPG. 
Nov 2010 77000 25 The cam cover had a minor oil leak. The gasket was replaced. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual AWD

Ford Escape in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 66000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 70000 15 Replaced the right from ABS Ring $14.99. 
Feb 2012 74000 264 Worn out rear U joint 
Aug 2012 79000 0 Checked the system for leaks. Repairs were estimated at $1200. 
Mar 2013 87000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Ford Escape in Philippines
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 35340   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 36580 370 replaced alternator 
Jun 2010 40920 25 lost cooling capability of ACU. Had encounter low idle RPM and one instance of engine stalling (engine died ). Found Freon pressure to be low. Fixed by charging freon 
Jul 2010 40920 160 freon leak on Evaporater/condenser thus loss of freon pressure as time goes by - took 1 month before total loss of freon since last freon recharge 
Sep 2010 42160 0 actuator lock not functioning on the tail-lift window and rear door thus unable to lock it even though all the other doors are locked already. Searched the net for similar problems and found out it is common for ford escape.  
Apr 2012 49360 160 Faulty fan module that controls radiator fan speed. Fan speed goes high all throughout when engine is up and running. Replacing fan module, radiator fan speed respond back to engine temperature ( does not turn on when engine is cold ) 
Dec 2012 58280 530 Crankshaft pulley defective causing sound when aircon is engaged.  All four engine supports busted causing engine vibration when drive is engage but pressing the brake pedal. Got fixed when replaced. 

 

Ford Escape in Indonesia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2006 0 rattling from rear left door. 

 

Ford Escape in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 74000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 90000 180 Front ABS Tone ring cracked which activates ABS system at incorrect times. 
May 2011 106000 625 Bearing in electric radiator fan went out causing a grinding sound when it ran. Replaced entire fan assembly and problem resolved. 
Aug 2011 112000 475 CV Boot began letting grease out. CV boot replaced. 
Jan 2012 124300 210 Replaces ABS system tone ring due to a ABS light on and system working during wrong times 
Oct 2012 147000 400 Gas pedal sticks in cold weather. Throttle body replaced due to excessive carbon build-up. 
Mar 2013 158000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 0 transmission replaced 
Jul 2009 0 replace leaking oil seal 

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

Ford Escape in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 0 Front brakes, pads and rotors and two shorted coil packs replaced under warranty. 

 

Ford Escape in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 80000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 82000 450 Passenger side rear wheel bearing failed and needed to be replaced. Difficult job. 
Jul 2011 89300 780 Passenger side rear wheel-bearing failed again, excessive play, greater than 1" play. Front passenger side wheel-bearing bad, noisy. 
Nov 2011 94500 140 Battery light came on. Output of alternator was less than 11 volts. Replaced alternator. 
Dec 2011 96000 350 Pulsating brake pedal and fade. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 86000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 87700 100 Replaced Battery. 
Mar 2013 101000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 39000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 44000 0 Occasional sustained high-pitched noise in or near radio/nav unit. I was told that it occurred in many of the 2005-model year Ford Escape Hybrids, and nothing could really be done. Vehicle would occasionally shudder when coming to complete stop (right at the point of stopping) or just as starting again after complete stop. Was told that the shudder was from the shift between gas and hybrid engine - not really repairable. 
Jul 2010 49000 100 Water pump needed to be replaced. 
Dec 2010 52000 0 Thermostat was stuck open and had to be replaced. I took it to a local dealer, where they fixed it in 1/2 day. All costs were covered under the manufacturer's emission warranty, so there was no charge to me. 
Mar 2011 53000 440 A/C compressor went out, and was blowing warm air (since it was warm out). Replaced and it works fine. 
Jul 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 69000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 99000 731 replace throttle body and spark plugs 
Jun 2012 110000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford Escape in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 115000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 120000 1200 On-board computer senses something wrong and it shuts sown vehicle. 

 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD

Ford Escape in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 120000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 120000 200 Sealed rear differential was leaking, req'd differential service 

 

Ford Escape in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 0 Ford recall for wiring harness of HV battery. 
Jul 2012 78000 525 new rotors, brake pads, brake cables and an oil seal leak was repaired. These were the orginal brakes and equipment on a 2005 vehicle. 

 

Ford Escape in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 85000   First odometer entry
May 2010 98000 0 Rear differential replaced. 
Sep 2012 126000 1300 Cooling fans for hybrid battery pack - signaled by error message 
Mar 2013 129000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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