2005 Ford Escape Ford Escape 2005

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2005 Ford Escape repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (3%)

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2005 Ford Escape body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

188480 mi

C $3000
Rear pass side wheel well rotted out. Then tested driver side, pencil pushed right through. Would have cost about $3,000 to fix. A shame, as fine mechanically. Even the A/C. 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

63540 mi

C $70
Replaced faulty switch on moonroof. Problem solved. Switch is extremely expensive ($70). 
146700 mi

US $50
Right Rear Shock mount was completely rotted from the body. Shock was not connected at all at the top. Very thin metal in fender well was completely gone. Replacement part was not available and repaired by purchasing flat sheet and welding. 

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2005 Ford Escape 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

4960 mi rattling from rear left door. 
169000 mi

US $250
Water was getting into driver headlight. Replaced. 

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2005 Ford Escape Body Problems

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