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2006 Ford Freestyle repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

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

Other (5%)

Chart based on 215 repairs.
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2006 Ford Freestyle other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (90%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Ford Freestyle 4dr Wagon

203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD

112000 mi

US $300
Driver's side rear door latch stopped functioning--door would close but not remain closed. Something in the latch assembly broke and they replaced the whole latch assembly. 
178000 mi

US $6
Rear passenger door would not latch closed after being opened to remove snow brush from car. Looked up how to reset latch on YouTube, then reset lock with screwdriver and lubricated all locks. 
8000 mi dashboard storage compartment door hinge broke. Warranty replacement part ordered from the factory and installed on follow up visit. dashboard storage compartment door hinge broke. Warranty replacement part ordered from the factory and installed on follow up visit. 
30000 mi

US $30
Rear wiper arm became detached from motor. New bolt installed rear wiper now works normally. 

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2006 Ford Freestyle 4dr Wagon

203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD

28000 mi The seat latch for the rear seats had a minor problem that they were able to repair within the warranty time period.  
60000 mi

US $75
Front & back windshield washer fluid was not coming out. 
10540 mi Rear folding seat needed adjusting too, same trip, not a big deal. 
18180 mi Rear seat would not release often to flip forward. Dealer could not replicate for two years of chances while in the shop to repair. Finally a new modified seat/latch was installed. 
30360 mi 2-row seat release jammed on 60% side. They were unable to fix and quoted $550 parts plus labour and another visit. I spent an hour this weekend and figured it out myself, no cost; one vinyl strap and some epoxy. 

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2006 Ford Freestyle Other Problems

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