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 (!!)
1.6
hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
102,218 miles
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The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and the anti-theft indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer (capital Ford located at 4222 oleander dr wilmington, nc 28403) where it was diagnosed that the system needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 200,000.
Brakes are making noise intermittingly. It sounds like blowing in a bottle. Went to the dealership for service 3 times in the first month of ownership. They keep grinding down the rotors and it's not helping. Apparantly Ford Corp. Is aware of the problem and are trying to find a cure. They don't know what to do at this point. Also, stealth security system failed, and the vehicle had to be towed back to the dealer for repair. This also happened in first month of ownership.
- Henderson, NV, USA
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- Wilmington, NC, USA