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2005 Ford Escape
Body / Paint Problems
CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2005 Escape has problems where the engine shuts down while driving. Ford finally issued a September 2014 recall. Time will tell if the recall fix really solves the problem.
However the 2005 Escape also has a defect where the PCM (Power Control Module) fries at around 100k miles. Ford extended the PCM warranty to 80,000 miles, but only after most owners were past the mileage limit. Now owners are on the hook for the average repair cost of over $2,000 (!!)
2005 Ford Escape Body / Paint Problems
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- Excessive Wheel Well/Shock Tower Rust
- Sub-Frame Rotted
- Paint Flaking Off
- Rear Panel Crack
- Rocker Panels Rusted
- Rusting On Roof
- NHTSA: Structure: Body
- NHTSA: Structure
- NHTSA: Structure: Frame And Members: Underbody Shields
- NHTSA: Structure: Frame And Members
- NHTSA: Structure: Body: Door
- NHTSA: Structure: Body: Hatchback/Liftgate
- NHTSA: Structure: Body: Hatchback/Liftgate: Hinge And ...
- NHTSA: Structure: Body: Door: Hinge And Attachments
- NHTSA: Structure: Body: Hatchback/Liftgate: Support ...
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