Ford Freestyle Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Ford Freestyle have?

The Ford Freestyle has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2005 through 2005. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Freestyle under recall?

Whether your specific Freestyle is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Freestyle year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2005 Ford Freestyle has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Ford Freestyle. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

2572

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years75 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2005

Affected Model Years

20052R · 1042C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Other1 campaign (50%)

Engine1 campaign (50%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Ford Freestyle

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

821

POWER TRAIN

463

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

164

ENGINE

155

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

111

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

109

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Based on 2,572 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 23 injuries reported.

All Ford Freestyle Recall Campaigns

#06V3830002005 Ford FreestyleOther

Issued: May 10, 2006

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

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, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA,…

Risk: AS A RESULT, THE DOOR LATCH PAWL MAY NOT RETURN TO THE LATCH POSITION WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED, AND THE DOOR COULD OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SHIELD OVER THE FRONT LATCHES; SEAL A DRAIN HOLE IN THE REAR WINDOW TRIM MOLDING ON THE FREESTYLE REAR SIDE DOORS; AND APPLY GREASE TO ALL FRONT AND REAR SIDE-DOOR LATCH MECHANI…

#05V5150002005 Ford FreestyleEngine

Issued: Sep 11, 2005

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

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 (FRONT WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES).

Risk: IF THIS HAPPENS, DRIVERS MAY NOTICE A NOISE OR A FUEL LEAK. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FUEL TANK STRAPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Recalls by Component

1Engine Recalls

#05V515000MY 2005

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

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 WH…

Ford Freestyle Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Ford Freestyle have?

The Ford Freestyle has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2005 through 2005.

Is my Freestyle under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Freestyle year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2005 Ford Freestyle has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Freestyle recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Freestyle?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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