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 (!!)
Engine would redline during extended highway trips and not return to idle. I took it to a mechanic when it was happening and found that there was ping pong ball sized ice chunks of ice stuck in the throttle place and keeping it at wide open, also had ice buildup around entire throttle.
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Engine would redline during extended highway trips and not return to idle. I took it to a mechanic when it was happening and found that there was ping pong ball sized ice chunks of ice stuck in the throttle place and keeping it at wide open, also had ice buildup around entire throttle.
- smilek, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, US