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 (!!)
Loud sqeaky noise noticed in right front end. Took to our mechanic. They said both outer tie rod ends and left lower ball joint have torn grease boots. We had them replace the right fornt lower ball joint, but they tell us this is an ongoing problem becasue of the torn grease boots and that eventually both tie rods will break.
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Loud sqeaky noise noticed in right front end. Took to our mechanic. They said both outer tie rod ends and left lower ball joint have torn grease boots. We had them replace the right fornt lower ball joint, but they tell us this is an ongoing problem becasue of the torn grease boots and that eventually both tie rods will break.
- Cindy S., Kettering, OH, US