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Dec 9, 2025 Structure

When temperature get below freezing car doors will not latch shut and come back open. Car doors work fine when temp are higher. There is a recall already for this NHTSA# 06v383000 Ford# 06545. I have a Ford Case# XXX My car was not included in recall and either should be or needs to be further inves...

Dec 9, 2025 Electrical System

When temperature get below freezing car doors will not latch shut and come back open. Car doors work fine when temp are higher. There is a recall already for this NHTSA# 06v383000 Ford# 06545. I have a Ford Case# XXX My car was not included in recall and either should be or needs to be further inves...

Dec 9, 2025 Structure

When temperature get below freezing car doors will not latch shut and come back open. Car doors work fine when temp are higher. There is a recall already for this NHTSA# 06v383000 Ford# 06545. I have a Ford Case# XXX My car was not included in recall and either should be or needs to be further inves...

Dec 9, 2025 Electrical System

When temperature get below freezing car doors will not latch shut and come back open. Car doors work fine when temp are higher. There is a recall already for this NHTSA# 06v383000 Ford# 06545. I have a Ford Case# XXX My car was not included in recall and either should be or needs to be further inves...

Oct 31, 2025 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V383000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side door independently...

Oct 31, 2025 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V383000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side door independently...

Jan 21, 2025 Structure

PASSANGER DOOR LATCH- DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVING, WILL NOT STAY CLOSED CHECKED SAID RECALL WAS REPAIRED IN 2006, LATCH IN NOT CLOSING

Jan 21, 2025 Structure

PASSANGER DOOR LATCH- DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVING, WILL NOT STAY CLOSED CHECKED SAID RECALL WAS REPAIRED IN 2006, LATCH IN NOT CLOSING

Dec 6, 2024 Latches/locks/linkages 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that all four door latches failed to latch while attempting to close the doors. The contact had to make several attempts to close and lock the doors before the doors latch and remained closed. The failure had reoccurred intermittently. The c...

Dec 6, 2024 Latches/locks/linkages 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that all four door latches failed to latch while attempting to close the doors. The contact had to make several attempts to close and lock the doors before the doors latch and remained closed. The failure had reoccurred intermittently. The c...

Aug 23, 2024 Structure 170,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance however, the contact was informed that the motor mount torque strap needed to be replaced. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed ...

Aug 23, 2024 Structure 170,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance however, the contact was informed that the motor mount torque strap needed to be replaced. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed ...

Feb 2, 2024 Engine 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle lunged forward. While starting the vehicle, the vehicle revved high. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle decelerated. The contact stated that several times, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. ...

Feb 2, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle lunged forward. While starting the vehicle, the vehicle revved high. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle decelerated. The contact stated that several times, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. ...

Feb 2, 2024 Engine 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle lunged forward. While starting the vehicle, the vehicle revved high. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle decelerated. The contact stated that several times, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. ...

Feb 2, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle lunged forward. While starting the vehicle, the vehicle revved high. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle decelerated. The contact stated that several times, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. ...

Nov 27, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Doors will not close in cold weather. This is a safety issue that was not resolved with prior recall.

Nov 27, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Doors will not close in cold weather. This is a safety issue that was not resolved with prior recall.

Apr 24, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Driving my 2005 Ford Freestyle today when I suddenly heard a loud explosion or crash sound overhead. At first I thought something had fallen from the sky and crashed into the top of our vehicle. I immediately slowed down and pulled the car off the side of the road. My husband was a passenger in th...

Apr 24, 2023 Visibility

Driving my 2005 Ford Freestyle today when I suddenly heard a loud explosion or crash sound overhead. At first I thought something had fallen from the sky and crashed into the top of our vehicle. I immediately slowed down and pulled the car off the side of the road. My husband was a passenger in th...

Apr 24, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Driving my 2005 Ford Freestyle today when I suddenly heard a loud explosion or crash sound overhead. At first I thought something had fallen from the sky and crashed into the top of our vehicle. I immediately slowed down and pulled the car off the side of the road. My husband was a passenger in th...

Apr 24, 2023 Visibility

Driving my 2005 Ford Freestyle today when I suddenly heard a loud explosion or crash sound overhead. At first I thought something had fallen from the sky and crashed into the top of our vehicle. I immediately slowed down and pulled the car off the side of the road. My husband was a passenger in th...

Jun 8, 2022 Engine

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jun 8, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jun 8, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jun 8, 2022 Engine

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jun 8, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jun 8, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Says transmission data error check engine and trac control all display and only allow me to drive 20-35 MPH some time I can turn the car off and back on and the codes will shut off but they come back on in the middle of the highway what usually takes me 30 minutes takes me an hour and a half to get ...

Jul 2, 2021 Power Train 179,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called the local dealer however, the veh...

Jul 2, 2021 Power Train 179,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called the local dealer however, the veh...

Mar 12, 2021 Engine Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Mar 12, 2021 Power Train Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Mar 12, 2021 Steering Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Mar 12, 2021 Engine Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Mar 12, 2021 Power Train Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Mar 12, 2021 Steering Fire 202,000 mi

I WAS SOLD A VEHICLE WITHOUT BEING TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. INSTEAD HE TOLD ME IT WAS JUST SOME RATTLING THAT WAS COMING FROM SOMETHING LOOSE AND NOT IMPORTANT. ITS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY UNDER MY CAR. I LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR IT AND THERE IS AN IMPORTANT RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON IT. PLEASE...

Jan 31, 2021 Service Brakes 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Service Brakes 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Jan 31, 2021 Unknown Or Other 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Jan 31, 2021 Back Over Prevention 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Jan 31, 2021 Service Brakes 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 159,229 mi

JUST GOT THE CAR AND IT STALLED ON ME TODAY, ACCELERATED AND SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ALOT GOING ON IV READ OTHER PEOPLE'S COMMENTS ABOUT THE FORD CAUSING ACCIDENTS I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN TO ME I'M A NEW DRIVER

Jan 31, 2021 Service Brakes 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Jan 31, 2021 Unknown Or Other 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Jan 31, 2021 Back Over Prevention 257,000 mi

STATIONARY AND IN MOTION MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL COME ON, IT DOES THIS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY, I JUST GOT THIS FORD THE OTHER DAY, NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE ISSUE IS, BUT I'VE SEEN THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THIS ISSUE. THAT ALMOST CAUSED ME AN ACCIDENT TODAY IN THE SNOW. NOT VERY HAPPY ABOUT IT...

Aug 3, 2020 Engine 122,000 mi

DRIVING JUST FINE WHENEVER I GOT IT. NOT EVEN 20,000 MILES LATER AT ABOUT 122K MILES THE TRANSMISSION IS BAD AND GOING OUT. IT DRIVES AT HIGH RPM BUT LOW SPEEDS AND WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PROPER GEAR. MAKES A FUNNY AIRPLANE NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN KEPT UP WITH BY ME.

Aug 3, 2020 Power Train 122,000 mi

DRIVING JUST FINE WHENEVER I GOT IT. NOT EVEN 20,000 MILES LATER AT ABOUT 122K MILES THE TRANSMISSION IS BAD AND GOING OUT. IT DRIVES AT HIGH RPM BUT LOW SPEEDS AND WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PROPER GEAR. MAKES A FUNNY AIRPLANE NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN KEPT UP WITH BY ME.

Aug 3, 2020 Engine 122,000 mi

DRIVING JUST FINE WHENEVER I GOT IT. NOT EVEN 20,000 MILES LATER AT ABOUT 122K MILES THE TRANSMISSION IS BAD AND GOING OUT. IT DRIVES AT HIGH RPM BUT LOW SPEEDS AND WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PROPER GEAR. MAKES A FUNNY AIRPLANE NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN KEPT UP WITH BY ME.

Aug 3, 2020 Power Train 122,000 mi

DRIVING JUST FINE WHENEVER I GOT IT. NOT EVEN 20,000 MILES LATER AT ABOUT 122K MILES THE TRANSMISSION IS BAD AND GOING OUT. IT DRIVES AT HIGH RPM BUT LOW SPEEDS AND WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PROPER GEAR. MAKES A FUNNY AIRPLANE NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN KEPT UP WITH BY ME.

Jun 7, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 168,009 mi

MY CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE WHEN I AM BRAKING, AND IT IS A POWERFUL AND SUDDEN ACCELERATION! IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN I AM BACKING UP AND TURNING, BUT WILL HAPPEN AT ANY TIME. IT STARTED LAST WEEK AND IS HAPPENING WITH GREATER FREQUENCY, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE. LAST NIGHT IT WENT IN...

Jun 7, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 168,009 mi

MY CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE WHEN I AM BRAKING, AND IT IS A POWERFUL AND SUDDEN ACCELERATION! IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN I AM BACKING UP AND TURNING, BUT WILL HAPPEN AT ANY TIME. IT STARTED LAST WEEK AND IS HAPPENING WITH GREATER FREQUENCY, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE. LAST NIGHT IT WENT IN...

Apr 22, 2020 Power Train 233,000 mi

CHECK TRANSMISSION KEEPS POPPING UP AND THE WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON AND CARS RPMS GO TO 3000 YO 5000 ON ITS OWN GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY

Apr 22, 2020 Power Train 233,000 mi

CHECK TRANSMISSION KEEPS POPPING UP AND THE WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON AND CARS RPMS GO TO 3000 YO 5000 ON ITS OWN GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY

Jan 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other 62,445 mi

THIS VEHICLE TRANSMISSION DOESNT WORK AND CAN NOT BE FIX. THIS PROBLEM CAME WITH THE VEHICLE. IT MAKE NOISE LIKE A HELICOPTER. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDNT DO ANYTHING AND TO CALL FORD MOTOR AS THERE IS RECALL IN THIS MODEL..

Jan 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other 62,445 mi

THIS VEHICLE TRANSMISSION DOESNT WORK AND CAN NOT BE FIX. THIS PROBLEM CAME WITH THE VEHICLE. IT MAKE NOISE LIKE A HELICOPTER. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDNT DO ANYTHING AND TO CALL FORD MOTOR AS THERE IS RECALL IN THIS MODEL..

Dec 3, 2019 Engine Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Dec 3, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Dec 3, 2019 Engine Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Dec 3, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other Crash 136,000 mi

THE CAR STOPS RANDOMLY AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES WILL NOT EVEN STARTUP. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND I RECENTLY HIT SOMEONE IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO JERKING OR LERCHING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. VERY DANGEROUS

Sep 4, 2019 Electrical System 14,650 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, OVER THE COURSE OF SEVERAL YEARS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. OVER TIME, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME TOTALLY INOPERABLE AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE SPEED, FUEL LEVEL, OR OTHER GAUGES....

Sep 4, 2019 Electrical System 14,650 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, OVER THE COURSE OF SEVERAL YEARS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. OVER TIME, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME TOTALLY INOPERABLE AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE SPEED, FUEL LEVEL, OR OTHER GAUGES....

Aug 14, 2019 Engine 109,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STALLS EVERY WEEK STEERING AND BRAKES HARD TO CONTROL, MY WIFE DRIVES THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT TO MANY SHOPS, NO CODES STORED IN COMPUTER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED, REPLACED FUEL PUMP, SAME FAULT. THE CAR IS UNSAFE HARD TO STOP SOMETIMES WHEN ENGINE SHUTS OFF. FORD ...

Aug 14, 2019 Unknown Or Other 109,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STALLS EVERY WEEK STEERING AND BRAKES HARD TO CONTROL, MY WIFE DRIVES THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT TO MANY SHOPS, NO CODES STORED IN COMPUTER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED, REPLACED FUEL PUMP, SAME FAULT. THE CAR IS UNSAFE HARD TO STOP SOMETIMES WHEN ENGINE SHUTS OFF. FORD ...

Aug 14, 2019 Engine 109,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STALLS EVERY WEEK STEERING AND BRAKES HARD TO CONTROL, MY WIFE DRIVES THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT TO MANY SHOPS, NO CODES STORED IN COMPUTER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED, REPLACED FUEL PUMP, SAME FAULT. THE CAR IS UNSAFE HARD TO STOP SOMETIMES WHEN ENGINE SHUTS OFF. FORD ...

Aug 14, 2019 Unknown Or Other 109,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STALLS EVERY WEEK STEERING AND BRAKES HARD TO CONTROL, MY WIFE DRIVES THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT TO MANY SHOPS, NO CODES STORED IN COMPUTER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED, REPLACED FUEL PUMP, SAME FAULT. THE CAR IS UNSAFE HARD TO STOP SOMETIMES WHEN ENGINE SHUTS OFF. FORD ...

Aug 9, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 151,215 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE WAITING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD SPONTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Aug 9, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 151,215 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE WAITING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD SPONTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IDLING WITH THE GEAR IN REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND SPRADLEY FORD (2828 HWY 50 WEST,...

Jul 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IDLING WITH THE GEAR IN REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND SPRADLEY FORD (2828 HWY 50 WEST,...

Jul 19, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN BACKING AND WHEN STOPPING GOING FORWARD. IT FEELS LIKE SEONE IS PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR EVEN THOUGH YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE.

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN BACKING AND WHEN STOPPING GOING FORWARD. IT FEELS LIKE SEONE IS PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR EVEN THOUGH YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE.

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IDLING WITH THE GEAR IN REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND SPRADLEY FORD (2828 HWY 50 WEST,...

Jul 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IDLING WITH THE GEAR IN REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND SPRADLEY FORD (2828 HWY 50 WEST,...

Jul 19, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN BACKING AND WHEN STOPPING GOING FORWARD. IT FEELS LIKE SEONE IS PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR EVEN THOUGH YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE.

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN BACKING AND WHEN STOPPING GOING FORWARD. IT FEELS LIKE SEONE IS PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR EVEN THOUGH YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE.

Jul 15, 2019 Power Train 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL BUZZING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NALLEY FORD SANDY SPRINGS (7555 ROSWELL RD, ATLANTA, GA 30350, (678) 809-5711) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEED...

Jul 15, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 15, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 15, 2019 Power Train 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 15, 2019 Power Train 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL BUZZING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NALLEY FORD SANDY SPRINGS (7555 ROSWELL RD, ATLANTA, GA 30350, (678) 809-5711) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEED...

Jul 15, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 15, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 15, 2019 Power Train 200,000 mi

FUEL LINE JUST SNAPPED OFF THE CAR , ALSO THE TRANSMISSION LINE SNAPPED OFF AND THE TRANS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, THE DOOR LOCKS SHUT DOWN AND STOPPED WORKING . THE TRANSMISSION AND FUEL LINE SNAPPED WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY.

Jul 10, 2019 Electrical System 250,000 mi

DASH CLUSTER DIED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. FOUND PROBLEM TO BE SHODDY SOLDER WORK ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAUSING MULTIPLE FAILURES IN THE DASH CLUSTER AND FUEL SYSTEM. HAPPENED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT 60 MPH.

Jul 10, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 250,000 mi

DASH CLUSTER DIED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. FOUND PROBLEM TO BE SHODDY SOLDER WORK ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAUSING MULTIPLE FAILURES IN THE DASH CLUSTER AND FUEL SYSTEM. HAPPENED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT 60 MPH.

Jul 10, 2019 Electrical System 250,000 mi

DASH CLUSTER DIED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. FOUND PROBLEM TO BE SHODDY SOLDER WORK ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAUSING MULTIPLE FAILURES IN THE DASH CLUSTER AND FUEL SYSTEM. HAPPENED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT 60 MPH.

Jul 10, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 250,000 mi

DASH CLUSTER DIED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. FOUND PROBLEM TO BE SHODDY SOLDER WORK ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAUSING MULTIPLE FAILURES IN THE DASH CLUSTER AND FUEL SYSTEM. HAPPENED DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT 60 MPH.

Jul 3, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES ON ITS ON CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD AND TAKE OFF SLOW WITH VERY LITTLE POWER IT DOES IT WHEN SITTING IN PARK WITH THE CAR TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING

Jul 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 172,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES ON ITS ON CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD AND TAKE OFF SLOW WITH VERY LITTLE POWER IT DOES IT WHEN SITTING IN PARK WITH THE CAR TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING

Jul 3, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES ON ITS ON CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD AND TAKE OFF SLOW WITH VERY LITTLE POWER IT DOES IT WHEN SITTING IN PARK WITH THE CAR TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING

Jul 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 172,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES ON ITS ON CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD AND TAKE OFF SLOW WITH VERY LITTLE POWER IT DOES IT WHEN SITTING IN PARK WITH THE CAR TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING

Jun 30, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 30, 2019 Electrical System 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 30, 2019 Exterior Lighting 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 30, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 30, 2019 Electrical System 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 30, 2019 Exterior Lighting 160,000 mi

WHILE I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, IT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. I AM STILL ABLE TO ACCELERATE, STEER AND STOP; HOWEVER, THE LIGHTS, HEATER AND RADIO SHUT OFF AND ALL OF MY GAUGES QUIT WORKING. MY DASHBOARD SAYS "CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM" BUT THE SOURCE OF THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. I HAVE ALR...

Jun 25, 2019 Electrical System 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 25, 2019 Engine 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 25, 2019 Electrical System 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 25, 2019 Engine 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 138,000 mi

ALL ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH NO WORKING GAUGES, BUT CAR DRIVES. WITHING PAST YEAR, HAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED 2 TIMES, ALTERNATOR REPLACED TWICE, INJECTOR COILS & SPARK PLUGS, CLEANED/REPLACED, BATTERY REPLACED, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY & GASKET, . HAD DIAGNOSED AT 2 FORD DEA...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags Crash 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, A TRACTOR TRAILER CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY THE FOLLOWING DAY, WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE QUARTER PANEL OF A 2006 DODGE RAM. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags Crash 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, A TRACTOR TRAILER CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY THE FOLLOWING DAY, WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE QUARTER PANEL OF A 2006 DODGE RAM. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ...

May 20, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 20, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 20, 2019 Visibility/wiper 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 20, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 20, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 20, 2019 Visibility/wiper 150,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST POWER THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. THE REAR WIPER DOESN'T WORK AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING

May 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 90 mi

THE CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEED WHILE BRAKING, THIS SEEMS TO BE THE SAME ISSUE ADDRESSED IN A RECALL THAT HAD BEEN COMPLETED IN DECEMBER OF 2016.

May 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 90 mi

THE CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEED WHILE BRAKING, THIS SEEMS TO BE THE SAME ISSUE ADDRESSED IN A RECALL THAT HAD BEEN COMPLETED IN DECEMBER OF 2016.

Apr 5, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 40 mi

LA GUAGUA SE APAGA EN PLENA RUTA LUEGO DE HABERLE SUPLIDO DE GASOLINA. NO APAGA LA LUZ INTERIOR DEL TECHO Y TECHO FRENTE AL CONDUCTOR. ESTE AUTO LO ADQUIR HACE UN AO MS O MENOS A TRAVS DE VENTA DIRECTA DEL DUEO. SOLICITO ME REGISTREN PARA TODA CORRESPONDENCIA.

Apr 5, 2019 Exterior Lighting 40 mi

LA GUAGUA SE APAGA EN PLENA RUTA LUEGO DE HABERLE SUPLIDO DE GASOLINA. NO APAGA LA LUZ INTERIOR DEL TECHO Y TECHO FRENTE AL CONDUCTOR. ESTE AUTO LO ADQUIR HACE UN AO MS O MENOS A TRAVS DE VENTA DIRECTA DEL DUEO. SOLICITO ME REGISTREN PARA TODA CORRESPONDENCIA.

Apr 5, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 40 mi

LA GUAGUA SE APAGA EN PLENA RUTA LUEGO DE HABERLE SUPLIDO DE GASOLINA. NO APAGA LA LUZ INTERIOR DEL TECHO Y TECHO FRENTE AL CONDUCTOR. ESTE AUTO LO ADQUIR HACE UN AO MS O MENOS A TRAVS DE VENTA DIRECTA DEL DUEO. SOLICITO ME REGISTREN PARA TODA CORRESPONDENCIA.

Apr 5, 2019 Exterior Lighting 40 mi

LA GUAGUA SE APAGA EN PLENA RUTA LUEGO DE HABERLE SUPLIDO DE GASOLINA. NO APAGA LA LUZ INTERIOR DEL TECHO Y TECHO FRENTE AL CONDUCTOR. ESTE AUTO LO ADQUIR HACE UN AO MS O MENOS A TRAVS DE VENTA DIRECTA DEL DUEO. SOLICITO ME REGISTREN PARA TODA CORRESPONDENCIA.

Mar 31, 2019 Power Train

THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE CVT TRANSMISSION IT SEEM TO NEVER SHIFT RIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL ALWAYS ACTED FUNNY SHIFTS HIGH OR SHIFT HARD AND THEN IT FINALLY GAVE OUT DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHT IT MADE A LOUD CLUNK AND I HAD NO GEARS I COSTED TO A STOP

Mar 31, 2019 Power Train

THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE CVT TRANSMISSION IT SEEM TO NEVER SHIFT RIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL ALWAYS ACTED FUNNY SHIFTS HIGH OR SHIFT HARD AND THEN IT FINALLY GAVE OUT DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHT IT MADE A LOUD CLUNK AND I HAD NO GEARS I COSTED TO A STOP

Mar 1, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 188,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER, PLACE THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL, AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ...

Mar 1, 2019 Engine 188,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER, PLACE THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL, AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ...

Mar 1, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 188,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER, PLACE THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL, AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ...

Mar 1, 2019 Engine 188,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER, PLACE THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL, AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ...

Feb 4, 2019 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING WHILE GOING UP A HILL

Feb 4, 2019 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING WHILE GOING UP A HILL

Jan 30, 2019 Structure 75,000 mi

CAR DOORS WILL NOT RELATCH IN FREEZING TEMPS. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY BUT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AFTER THE CAR DOOR WAS INITIALLY OPENED. IF I DRIVE TO WORK AND THE TEMP DROPS IT WILL BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I SEE THAT THIS MODEL WAS RECALLED FOR THIS REASON BUT MY VIN WAS NOT. OBVIOUSLY SHOULD HAVE BEEN...

Jan 30, 2019 Structure 75,000 mi

CAR DOORS WILL NOT RELATCH IN FREEZING TEMPS. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY BUT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AFTER THE CAR DOOR WAS INITIALLY OPENED. IF I DRIVE TO WORK AND THE TEMP DROPS IT WILL BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I SEE THAT THIS MODEL WAS RECALLED FOR THIS REASON BUT MY VIN WAS NOT. OBVIOUSLY SHOULD HAVE BEEN...

Jan 24, 2019 Electrical System 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 24, 2019 Power Train 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 24, 2019 Wheels 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 24, 2019 Electrical System 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 24, 2019 Power Train 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 24, 2019 Wheels 164,100 mi

VEHICLES SAYS AWD MALFUNCTION AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR WON'T SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THE POWER LOCKS ALSO MALFUNCTIONED SHORTLY BEFORE THE AWD MALFUNCTION, MAKING IT WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO SHUT. THE POWER LOCK WAS UNLOCKED/LOCKED A COUPLE TIMES FIXING THE ISSUE FOR NOW.

Jan 23, 2019 Structure 160,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZE OPEN IN COLD WEATHER AS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 06V383000. THE DOORS HAVE FAILED TO LATCH WHEN ENTERING THE CAR AS WELL AS IN MOTION AT 50MPH. A SEARCH OF THE CARS VIN SHOWS NO OPEN RECALLS HOWEVER THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN SERVICED FOR THIS ISSUE BUT CLEARLY FALLS UNDER THE...

Jan 23, 2019 Structure 160,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZE OPEN IN COLD WEATHER AS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 06V383000. THE DOORS HAVE FAILED TO LATCH WHEN ENTERING THE CAR AS WELL AS IN MOTION AT 50MPH. A SEARCH OF THE CARS VIN SHOWS NO OPEN RECALLS HOWEVER THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN SERVICED FOR THIS ISSUE BUT CLEARLY FALLS UNDER THE...

Jan 9, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 14,235 mi

IT LUNGES WHEN I'M TURNING FROM STOP ,TAPPING ON THE BRAKE,TURNING RIGHT CORNERS, BACKING UP WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP, IT LUNGES OUT OF NOWHERE.IM AFRAID I'M GOING TO HIT SOMEONE OR SOMETHING

Jan 9, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 14,235 mi

IT LUNGES WHEN I'M TURNING FROM STOP ,TAPPING ON THE BRAKE,TURNING RIGHT CORNERS, BACKING UP WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP, IT LUNGES OUT OF NOWHERE.IM AFRAID I'M GOING TO HIT SOMEONE OR SOMETHING

Nov 23, 2018 Structure

ANYTIME THE WEATHER DROPS BELOW 40 DEGREES, WHICH IT MOST OFTEN DOES DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IN MA, MY DOOR LOCKS FREEZE. IT COULD BE RIGHT WHEN I START THE CAR OR WHILE I'M DRIVING, IT'S VERY SPORADIC. I CAN OPEN THE DOORS, BUT THEY WILL NOT CLOSE AGAIN, WHICH IS CLEARLY VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU'RE D...

Nov 23, 2018 Structure

ANYTIME THE WEATHER DROPS BELOW 40 DEGREES, WHICH IT MOST OFTEN DOES DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IN MA, MY DOOR LOCKS FREEZE. IT COULD BE RIGHT WHEN I START THE CAR OR WHILE I'M DRIVING, IT'S VERY SPORADIC. I CAN OPEN THE DOORS, BUT THEY WILL NOT CLOSE AGAIN, WHICH IS CLEARLY VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU'RE D...

Oct 10, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Oct 10, 2018 Engine 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Oct 10, 2018 Power Train 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Oct 10, 2018 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Oct 10, 2018 Engine 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Oct 10, 2018 Power Train 10 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE VEHICLE STARTS TO REV FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I SEE THE "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE APPEAR AND A LIT UP WRENCH ALSO APPEARS AND THE ENGINE STARTS STALLING OR SURGING, FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER.

Sep 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other Crash 255,000 mi

WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THEN WHEN I SLOWLY TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE TO MOVE, THE ENGINE REVVED UP, THEN SURGED FORWARD VERY QUICKLY, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE AGAIN, BUT IT WASN'T ENOUGH TO STOP THE CAR. I NEVER TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS RESULTED IN ME SLAMMING INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME

Sep 4, 2018 Unknown Or Other Crash 255,000 mi

WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THEN WHEN I SLOWLY TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE TO MOVE, THE ENGINE REVVED UP, THEN SURGED FORWARD VERY QUICKLY, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE AGAIN, BUT IT WASN'T ENOUGH TO STOP THE CAR. I NEVER TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS RESULTED IN ME SLAMMING INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME

Aug 22, 2018 Electrical System

I AM HAVING THE ISSUES THAT THE INVESTIGATION WITH THE ELECTRIC THROTTLE BODY. THEY HAVE A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM CALLED 12N03 AND IT DIDN'T LAST LONG ENOUGH FOR ME TO GET THE CAR THAT I PURCHASED (THIS YEAR) FIXED. I HAVE 66K MILES ON THE CAR AND THE DEALERSHIPS ARE USING THE 10 YEARS OR 150...

Aug 22, 2018 Electrical System

I AM HAVING THE ISSUES THAT THE INVESTIGATION WITH THE ELECTRIC THROTTLE BODY. THEY HAVE A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM CALLED 12N03 AND IT DIDN'T LAST LONG ENOUGH FOR ME TO GET THE CAR THAT I PURCHASED (THIS YEAR) FIXED. I HAVE 66K MILES ON THE CAR AND THE DEALERSHIPS ARE USING THE 10 YEARS OR 150...

Jul 25, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, MY 05 FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD, TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND WHEN IN REVERSE, IT ALSO LUNGES. OFTEN WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. IT WILL STUMBLE ALL OVER ITSELF AND DIES. I'VE ALMOST BEEN HIT ON A COUPLE OCCASIONS BECAUSE I COULDN...

Jul 25, 2018 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, MY 05 FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD, TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND WHEN IN REVERSE, IT ALSO LUNGES. OFTEN WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. IT WILL STUMBLE ALL OVER ITSELF AND DIES. I'VE ALMOST BEEN HIT ON A COUPLE OCCASIONS BECAUSE I COULDN...

Jul 25, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, MY 05 FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD, TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND WHEN IN REVERSE, IT ALSO LUNGES. OFTEN WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. IT WILL STUMBLE ALL OVER ITSELF AND DIES. I'VE ALMOST BEEN HIT ON A COUPLE OCCASIONS BECAUSE I COULDN...

Jul 25, 2018 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, MY 05 FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD, TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN THE DRIVE POSITION AND WHEN IN REVERSE, IT ALSO LUNGES. OFTEN WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. IT WILL STUMBLE ALL OVER ITSELF AND DIES. I'VE ALMOST BEEN HIT ON A COUPLE OCCASIONS BECAUSE I COULDN...

Jul 1, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

VEHICLE KEEPS JUMPING. THROTTLE BODY

Jul 1, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

VEHICLE KEEPS JUMPING. THROTTLE BODY

Jun 30, 2018 Engine 120,000 mi

ENGINE SURGES AT IDLE AND WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, COULD EASILY REAR END SOMEONE OR RUN OVER SOMEONE WORSE WHEN AC IS RUNNING

Jun 30, 2018 Engine 120,000 mi

ENGINE SURGES AT IDLE AND WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, COULD EASILY REAR END SOMEONE OR RUN OVER SOMEONE WORSE WHEN AC IS RUNNING

Jun 29, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 149,000 mi

AT LOW SPEED OR STOPPED WHILE IN DRIVE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS. I WAS AT A DRIVE THROUGH AND IT LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN. ALSO WHILE DRIVING IN A LOWER SPEED ZONE 20-35 (SCHOOL ZONES AND NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS) THE RPM'S START PULSING CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNGE EVERY TIME.

Jun 29, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 149,000 mi

AT LOW SPEED OR STOPPED WHILE IN DRIVE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS. I WAS AT A DRIVE THROUGH AND IT LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN. ALSO WHILE DRIVING IN A LOWER SPEED ZONE 20-35 (SCHOOL ZONES AND NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS) THE RPM'S START PULSING CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNGE EVERY TIME.

Jun 15, 2018 Wheels 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS LATER, THE CHECK TRANSMISSION INDICATOR ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE ...

Jun 15, 2018 Power Train 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS LATER, THE CHECK TRANSMISSION INDICATOR ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE ...

Jun 15, 2018 Wheels 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS LATER, THE CHECK TRANSMISSION INDICATOR ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE ...

Jun 15, 2018 Power Train 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS LATER, THE CHECK TRANSMISSION INDICATOR ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE ...

Jun 12, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN NOT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE CAR SPEED UP WITHOUT THE DRIVERS INTENTION.

Jun 12, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN NOT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE CAR SPEED UP WITHOUT THE DRIVERS INTENTION.

Mar 17, 2018 Engine 142,000 mi

WHILE REVERSING SLOWLY FROM A PARKING SPOT AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLICATION OF THE GAS PEDAL. QUICKLY PRESSING THE BRAKE DID WORK TO SLOW THE CAR DOWN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR.

Mar 17, 2018 Power Train 142,000 mi

WHILE REVERSING SLOWLY FROM A PARKING SPOT AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLICATION OF THE GAS PEDAL. QUICKLY PRESSING THE BRAKE DID WORK TO SLOW THE CAR DOWN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR.

Mar 17, 2018 Engine 142,000 mi

WHILE REVERSING SLOWLY FROM A PARKING SPOT AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLICATION OF THE GAS PEDAL. QUICKLY PRESSING THE BRAKE DID WORK TO SLOW THE CAR DOWN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR.

Mar 17, 2018 Power Train 142,000 mi

WHILE REVERSING SLOWLY FROM A PARKING SPOT AND TURNING THE WHEEL, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLICATION OF THE GAS PEDAL. QUICKLY PRESSING THE BRAKE DID WORK TO SLOW THE CAR DOWN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR.

Mar 7, 2018 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A CONSTANT SCRAPING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN I AM DRIVING IT. WE PAID $ 200.00 FOR FORD MECHANIC TO CHANGE OUT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WITH NEW FLUID KIT & HE DID FIND METAL & BRASS SHAVINGS FROM TRANNY IN OIL PAN. MECHANIC SAYS THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WI...

Mar 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A CONSTANT SCRAPING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN I AM DRIVING IT. WE PAID $ 200.00 FOR FORD MECHANIC TO CHANGE OUT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WITH NEW FLUID KIT & HE DID FIND METAL & BRASS SHAVINGS FROM TRANNY IN OIL PAN. MECHANIC SAYS THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WI...

Mar 7, 2018 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A CONSTANT SCRAPING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN I AM DRIVING IT. WE PAID $ 200.00 FOR FORD MECHANIC TO CHANGE OUT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WITH NEW FLUID KIT & HE DID FIND METAL & BRASS SHAVINGS FROM TRANNY IN OIL PAN. MECHANIC SAYS THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WI...

Mar 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A CONSTANT SCRAPING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN I AM DRIVING IT. WE PAID $ 200.00 FOR FORD MECHANIC TO CHANGE OUT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WITH NEW FLUID KIT & HE DID FIND METAL & BRASS SHAVINGS FROM TRANNY IN OIL PAN. MECHANIC SAYS THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WI...

Feb 15, 2018 Latches/locks/linkages 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE REAR DRIVER'S DOOR, THE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH PROPERLY TO CLOSE. AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS, THE DOOR WAS ABLE TO CLOSE COMPLETELY. THERE WERE NO OPEN RECALLS. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Feb 15, 2018 Latches/locks/linkages 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE REAR DRIVER'S DOOR, THE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH PROPERLY TO CLOSE. AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS, THE DOOR WAS ABLE TO CLOSE COMPLETELY. THERE WERE NO OPEN RECALLS. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE M...

Dec 24, 2017 Structure 101,000 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, FRONT ENGINE SUBFRAME RUSTED BEYOND REPAIR WHERE STEERING GEAR IS ATTACHED. DICK MASHETER FORD IN COLUMBUS OHIO PROVIDED DIAGNOSIS WHEN PERFORMING OTHER REPAIRS. REPLACEMENT FRAME IS UNAVAILABLE FROM FORD DIRECTLY; THE ONLY ALTERNATIVES ARE GETTING A USED SUBFRAME OR HAVI...

Dec 24, 2017 Suspension 101,000 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, FRONT ENGINE SUBFRAME RUSTED BEYOND REPAIR WHERE STEERING GEAR IS ATTACHED. DICK MASHETER FORD IN COLUMBUS OHIO PROVIDED DIAGNOSIS WHEN PERFORMING OTHER REPAIRS. REPLACEMENT FRAME IS UNAVAILABLE FROM FORD DIRECTLY; THE ONLY ALTERNATIVES ARE GETTING A USED SUBFRAME OR HAVI...

Dec 24, 2017 Structure 101,000 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, FRONT ENGINE SUBFRAME RUSTED BEYOND REPAIR WHERE STEERING GEAR IS ATTACHED. DICK MASHETER FORD IN COLUMBUS OHIO PROVIDED DIAGNOSIS WHEN PERFORMING OTHER REPAIRS. REPLACEMENT FRAME IS UNAVAILABLE FROM FORD DIRECTLY; THE ONLY ALTERNATIVES ARE GETTING A USED SUBFRAME OR HAVI...

Dec 24, 2017 Suspension 101,000 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, FRONT ENGINE SUBFRAME RUSTED BEYOND REPAIR WHERE STEERING GEAR IS ATTACHED. DICK MASHETER FORD IN COLUMBUS OHIO PROVIDED DIAGNOSIS WHEN PERFORMING OTHER REPAIRS. REPLACEMENT FRAME IS UNAVAILABLE FROM FORD DIRECTLY; THE ONLY ALTERNATIVES ARE GETTING A USED SUBFRAME OR HAVI...

Dec 15, 2017 Structure

MY FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR DOES NOT SHUT IN COLD WEATHER. THE LOCKS STICK ON, AND THE DOOR BOUNCES BACK OPEN WHEN I TRY TO SHUT THE DOOR. I PAID TO HAVE THE DOOR LOCKS REPLACED, A FEW YEARS AGO. THE ISSUE STILL HAPPENED ON ALMOST EVERY COLD DAY. AROUND 15F TO 32F. THE FORD DEALER WHO REPLACEMENT THE ...

Dec 15, 2017 Structure

MY FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR DOES NOT SHUT IN COLD WEATHER. THE LOCKS STICK ON, AND THE DOOR BOUNCES BACK OPEN WHEN I TRY TO SHUT THE DOOR. I PAID TO HAVE THE DOOR LOCKS REPLACED, A FEW YEARS AGO. THE ISSUE STILL HAPPENED ON ALMOST EVERY COLD DAY. AROUND 15F TO 32F. THE FORD DEALER WHO REPLACEMENT THE ...

Dec 14, 2017 Electrical System 175,000 mi

ABOUT 1 WEEK AGO IN MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GLITCHED AND STOPPED WORKING MID DRIVE. ALL THE ODOMETERS, FUEL AND LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD TURNED OFF AND WONT COME BACK ON. NO WAY TO TELL WHAT SPEED YOU ARE GOING ON. THIS SEEMED TO HAVE BEEN A REPORTED PROBLEM TO FORD BUT NOTHING HA...

Dec 14, 2017 Electrical System 175,000 mi

ABOUT 1 WEEK AGO IN MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GLITCHED AND STOPPED WORKING MID DRIVE. ALL THE ODOMETERS, FUEL AND LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD TURNED OFF AND WONT COME BACK ON. NO WAY TO TELL WHAT SPEED YOU ARE GOING ON. THIS SEEMED TO HAVE BEEN A REPORTED PROBLEM TO FORD BUT NOTHING HA...

Dec 8, 2017 Electrical System 11,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE HEATING FAN WOULD ALTER IN SPEEDS DESPITE THE HEAT TEMPERATURE BEING ADJUSTED. IN ADDITION, THE HEADLAMPS FLUCTUATED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO CHRISTIAN BROTHERS FORD INC (1975 HIGHWAY 2, EAST CROOKST...

Dec 8, 2017 Electrical System 11,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE HEATING FAN WOULD ALTER IN SPEEDS DESPITE THE HEAT TEMPERATURE BEING ADJUSTED. IN ADDITION, THE HEADLAMPS FLUCTUATED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO CHRISTIAN BROTHERS FORD INC (1975 HIGHWAY 2, EAST CROOKST...

Dec 7, 2017 Engine 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE FORWARD AND CAUSE A CRASH. A CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED W...

Dec 7, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE FORWARD AND CAUSE A CRASH. A CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED W...

Dec 7, 2017 Engine 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE FORWARD AND CAUSE A CRASH. A CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED W...

Dec 7, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT OR WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE FORWARD AND CAUSE A CRASH. A CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED W...

Nov 25, 2017 Electrical System 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Nov 25, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Nov 25, 2017 Exterior Lighting 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Nov 25, 2017 Electrical System 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Nov 25, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Nov 25, 2017 Exterior Lighting 107,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING 25 AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING 55, THE LIGHTS IN CLUSTER OF GUAGES WENT OUT. THE WRENCH ICON LIGHTS UP AND ALL POWER GOES OUT TO THE GUAGES. ALL NEEDLES DROP. CHECKED THE FUZES. NOTHING BLOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE A.C. ALSO STOPS BLOWING COLD AIR.

Oct 11, 2017 Structure 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AND THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED. THE INSPECTOR STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT TWO OR THREE YEARS BEFORE, RUST WAS DISCOVERED DURIN...

Oct 11, 2017 Structure 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AND THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED. THE INSPECTOR STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT TWO OR THREE YEARS BEFORE, RUST WAS DISCOVERED DURIN...

Sep 14, 2017 Seats 100,000 mi

THE 60 PART OF THE 60/40 MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK IN THE FOLDED DOWN POSITION. THE LATCH WAS ALWAYS DIFFICULT TO USE. I HAD TO REALLY YANK ON IT TO GET IT TO ENGAGE. NOW IT IS JUST BROKEN. I CAN ONLY SEAT 1 PERSON IN THE MIDDLE SEAT AND THE PASSENGERS IN THE 3RD SEAT CAN EXIT OUT OF ONLY 1 DOOR. TH...

Sep 14, 2017 Seats 100,000 mi

THE 60 PART OF THE 60/40 MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK IN THE FOLDED DOWN POSITION. THE LATCH WAS ALWAYS DIFFICULT TO USE. I HAD TO REALLY YANK ON IT TO GET IT TO ENGAGE. NOW IT IS JUST BROKEN. I CAN ONLY SEAT 1 PERSON IN THE MIDDLE SEAT AND THE PASSENGERS IN THE 3RD SEAT CAN EXIT OUT OF ONLY 1 DOOR. TH...

Jun 18, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 131,000 mi

WHEN PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO HIGHWAY, LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHTS CAME ON, WAS LUCKY THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME WERE PAYING ATTENTION AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED, WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNK IN...

Jun 18, 2017 Power Train 131,000 mi

WHEN PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO HIGHWAY, LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHTS CAME ON, WAS LUCKY THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME WERE PAYING ATTENTION AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED, WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNK IN...

Jun 18, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 131,000 mi

WHEN PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO HIGHWAY, LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHTS CAME ON, WAS LUCKY THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME WERE PAYING ATTENTION AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED, WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNK IN...

Jun 18, 2017 Power Train 131,000 mi

WHEN PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO HIGHWAY, LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHTS CAME ON, WAS LUCKY THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME WERE PAYING ATTENTION AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED, WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNK IN...

Jun 5, 2017 Engine 148,508 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AFTER SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VOLUNTARY RECALL HAD EXPIRED. THE FAIL...

Jun 5, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 148,508 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AFTER SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VOLUNTARY RECALL HAD EXPIRED. THE FAIL...

Jun 5, 2017 Engine 148,508 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AFTER SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VOLUNTARY RECALL HAD EXPIRED. THE FAIL...

Jun 5, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 148,508 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AFTER SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VOLUNTARY RECALL HAD EXPIRED. THE FAIL...

May 15, 2017 Engine 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

May 15, 2017 Engine 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

Mar 31, 2017 Structure 194,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO REMAIN OPEN WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE DOOR STRUCK THE CONTACT IN THE HEAD. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE ...

Mar 31, 2017 Steering 194,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO REMAIN OPEN WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE DOOR STRUCK THE CONTACT IN THE HEAD. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE ...

Mar 31, 2017 Structure 194,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO REMAIN OPEN WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE DOOR STRUCK THE CONTACT IN THE HEAD. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE ...

Mar 31, 2017 Steering 194,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO REMAIN OPEN WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THE DOOR STRUCK THE CONTACT IN THE HEAD. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE ...

Mar 18, 2017 Steering 180,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH (POSTED 80 SPEED LIMIT) THE CAR STARTED TO GLIDE LEFT AND RIGHT WITH LITTLE TURNING OF THE WHEEL. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHILE GOING 15-25MPH. THE FEELING IS A COASTING FEELING, LIKE YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OF CORRECTING IT WITH THE STEERING. SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ONLINE ALREADY OF THE SAME FO...

Mar 18, 2017 Suspension 180,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH (POSTED 80 SPEED LIMIT) THE CAR STARTED TO GLIDE LEFT AND RIGHT WITH LITTLE TURNING OF THE WHEEL. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHILE GOING 15-25MPH. THE FEELING IS A COASTING FEELING, LIKE YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OF CORRECTING IT WITH THE STEERING. SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ONLINE ALREADY OF THE SAME FO...

Mar 18, 2017 Steering 180,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH (POSTED 80 SPEED LIMIT) THE CAR STARTED TO GLIDE LEFT AND RIGHT WITH LITTLE TURNING OF THE WHEEL. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHILE GOING 15-25MPH. THE FEELING IS A COASTING FEELING, LIKE YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OF CORRECTING IT WITH THE STEERING. SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ONLINE ALREADY OF THE SAME FO...

Mar 18, 2017 Suspension 180,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 80MPH (POSTED 80 SPEED LIMIT) THE CAR STARTED TO GLIDE LEFT AND RIGHT WITH LITTLE TURNING OF THE WHEEL. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHILE GOING 15-25MPH. THE FEELING IS A COASTING FEELING, LIKE YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OF CORRECTING IT WITH THE STEERING. SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ONLINE ALREADY OF THE SAME FO...

Feb 24, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 160,000 mi

CAR WILL STALL OUT WHILE IDLING, ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING (APPARENTLY FAIL SAFE MODE). MAY OR MAY NOT START AGAIN AFTER SHUTTING OFF AND RESTARTING. ALTERNATIVELY, ENGINE WILL ROAR WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL, WITH NO ACCELERATION; OR WILL JOLT/SHUDDER WHILE MOVING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR. NEW F...

Feb 24, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

CAR WILL STALL OUT WHILE IDLING, ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING (APPARENTLY FAIL SAFE MODE). MAY OR MAY NOT START AGAIN AFTER SHUTTING OFF AND RESTARTING. ALTERNATIVELY, ENGINE WILL ROAR WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL, WITH NO ACCELERATION; OR WILL JOLT/SHUDDER WHILE MOVING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR. NEW F...

Feb 24, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 160,000 mi

CAR WILL STALL OUT WHILE IDLING, ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING (APPARENTLY FAIL SAFE MODE). MAY OR MAY NOT START AGAIN AFTER SHUTTING OFF AND RESTARTING. ALTERNATIVELY, ENGINE WILL ROAR WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL, WITH NO ACCELERATION; OR WILL JOLT/SHUDDER WHILE MOVING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR. NEW F...

Feb 24, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

CAR WILL STALL OUT WHILE IDLING, ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING (APPARENTLY FAIL SAFE MODE). MAY OR MAY NOT START AGAIN AFTER SHUTTING OFF AND RESTARTING. ALTERNATIVELY, ENGINE WILL ROAR WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL, WITH NO ACCELERATION; OR WILL JOLT/SHUDDER WHILE MOVING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR. NEW F...

Feb 13, 2017 Engine 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 13, 2017 Power Train 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 13, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 13, 2017 Engine 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 13, 2017 Power Train 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 13, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 136,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ENTERS ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING, EXPERIENCES IDLE ISSUES AND THE THROTTLE BODY IS RESPONSIBLE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THERE IS NOT A RECALL PRESENT - WHEN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE YOU FIND MANY CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND T...

Feb 6, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR DOORS ON THE VEHICLE FAILED TO LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000(LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE ...

Feb 6, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR DOORS ON THE VEHICLE FAILED TO LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000(LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE ...

Feb 4, 2017 Electrical System 145,294 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE NHTSA PRELIMINARY EVALUATION #PE07058 STATUS: CLOSED DATE OPENED: NOVEMBER 16, 2007 DATE CLOSED: MARCH 11, 2008 RECALL: NO RECALL ISSUED COMPONENT(S): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SUMMARY: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF PROPER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION...

Feb 4, 2017 Electrical System 145,294 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE NHTSA PRELIMINARY EVALUATION #PE07058 STATUS: CLOSED DATE OPENED: NOVEMBER 16, 2007 DATE CLOSED: MARCH 11, 2008 RECALL: NO RECALL ISSUED COMPONENT(S): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL SUMMARY: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF PROPER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION...

Jan 11, 2017 Traction Control System 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 11, 2017 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 11, 2017 Traction Control System 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 11, 2017 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES AND WHEEL SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 5, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TRANSMISSION ISSUES. STARTED MAKING AWFUL NOISES AND LOW ACCELERATION. WENT TO MECHANIC AND TOLD THE TRANSMISSION IS SHOT

Jan 5, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TRANSMISSION ISSUES. STARTED MAKING AWFUL NOISES AND LOW ACCELERATION. WENT TO MECHANIC AND TOLD THE TRANSMISSION IS SHOT

Jan 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 129,030 mi

CVT FAIL, THROTTLE BODY ISSUE, STARTED IN SEPTEMBER 2016. CAR NOW HAS 135,030 MILES. HAPPENS CONTINUOUSLY, WHEN IDLE AND MOVING DOWN THE ROAD. I SENT A LETTER TO FORD AND THEY RESPONDED WITH A "SORRY...WE CAN'T HELP YOU". MAKING HELICOPTER NOISE. LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. I WILL ATTA...

Jan 2, 2017 Power Train 129,030 mi

CVT FAIL, THROTTLE BODY ISSUE, STARTED IN SEPTEMBER 2016. CAR NOW HAS 135,030 MILES. HAPPENS CONTINUOUSLY, WHEN IDLE AND MOVING DOWN THE ROAD. I SENT A LETTER TO FORD AND THEY RESPONDED WITH A "SORRY...WE CAN'T HELP YOU". MAKING HELICOPTER NOISE. LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. I WILL ATTA...

Jan 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 129,030 mi

CVT FAIL, THROTTLE BODY ISSUE, STARTED IN SEPTEMBER 2016. CAR NOW HAS 135,030 MILES. HAPPENS CONTINUOUSLY, WHEN IDLE AND MOVING DOWN THE ROAD. I SENT A LETTER TO FORD AND THEY RESPONDED WITH A "SORRY...WE CAN'T HELP YOU". MAKING HELICOPTER NOISE. LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. I WILL ATTA...

Jan 2, 2017 Power Train 129,030 mi

CVT FAIL, THROTTLE BODY ISSUE, STARTED IN SEPTEMBER 2016. CAR NOW HAS 135,030 MILES. HAPPENS CONTINUOUSLY, WHEN IDLE AND MOVING DOWN THE ROAD. I SENT A LETTER TO FORD AND THEY RESPONDED WITH A "SORRY...WE CAN'T HELP YOU". MAKING HELICOPTER NOISE. LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. I WILL ATTA...

Dec 30, 2016 Electrical System 140,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START CAR. ALL INSTRUMENTS GO OUT AND BATTERY LIGHT GOES OUT. NOTHING WORKS. INTERIOR LIGHTS,LOCKS HEAT RADIO.HAS BEEN IN SHOP 6 TIMES AND HAVE BATTERY REPLACED ALTERNATOR TWICE. CLUSTER REPAIRED AND SMART JUNCTION BOX. CAR IS STILL NOT FIXED. HAS BEEN A COMPLETE NIGHTMARE . THEY SAID...

Dec 30, 2016 Electrical System 140,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO START CAR. ALL INSTRUMENTS GO OUT AND BATTERY LIGHT GOES OUT. NOTHING WORKS. INTERIOR LIGHTS,LOCKS HEAT RADIO.HAS BEEN IN SHOP 6 TIMES AND HAVE BATTERY REPLACED ALTERNATOR TWICE. CLUSTER REPAIRED AND SMART JUNCTION BOX. CAR IS STILL NOT FIXED. HAS BEEN A COMPLETE NIGHTMARE . THEY SAID...

Dec 28, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Dec 28, 2016 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Dec 28, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Dec 28, 2016 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Dec 19, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 53,000 mi

AWD MALFUNCTION IS PRESENT AND IT INTERFERES WITH THE STABILITY CONTROL AND ABS. IT SOMETIMES CAUSES ABS NOT TO GET ENGAGED.

Dec 19, 2016 Power Train 53,000 mi

AWD MALFUNCTION IS PRESENT AND IT INTERFERES WITH THE STABILITY CONTROL AND ABS. IT SOMETIMES CAUSES ABS NOT TO GET ENGAGED.

Dec 19, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 53,000 mi

AWD MALFUNCTION IS PRESENT AND IT INTERFERES WITH THE STABILITY CONTROL AND ABS. IT SOMETIMES CAUSES ABS NOT TO GET ENGAGED.

Dec 19, 2016 Power Train 53,000 mi

AWD MALFUNCTION IS PRESENT AND IT INTERFERES WITH THE STABILITY CONTROL AND ABS. IT SOMETIMES CAUSES ABS NOT TO GET ENGAGED.

Dec 15, 2016 Engine 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Dec 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Dec 15, 2016 Unknown Or Other 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Dec 15, 2016 Engine 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Dec 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Dec 15, 2016 Unknown Or Other 114,000 mi

DOOR LATCHES FREEZING EVERY WINTER AND DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND STAY SHUT. ALSO WENT TO FORD WEBSITE AND REALIZED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR FSA TITLE: ENGINE IDLE RPM SURGE EXTENDED WARRANTY FIELD SERVICE ACTION NUMBER: 12N03. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND MY CAR DOES THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY AND I AM ...

Nov 18, 2016 Engine 194,000 mi

WHILE VEICHLE IS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE REVS BETWEEN 500-1000 RPM. TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED SHIFTING AND MADE THE RPM GO ALL OVER THE PLACE. WHILE TURNING AT A SLOW SPEED IT SEEMED TO MAKE THE ISSUE WORSE. WAS TOLD IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION.

Nov 18, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 194,000 mi

WHILE VEICHLE IS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE REVS BETWEEN 500-1000 RPM. TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED SHIFTING AND MADE THE RPM GO ALL OVER THE PLACE. WHILE TURNING AT A SLOW SPEED IT SEEMED TO MAKE THE ISSUE WORSE. WAS TOLD IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION.

Nov 18, 2016 Engine 194,000 mi

WHILE VEICHLE IS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE REVS BETWEEN 500-1000 RPM. TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED SHIFTING AND MADE THE RPM GO ALL OVER THE PLACE. WHILE TURNING AT A SLOW SPEED IT SEEMED TO MAKE THE ISSUE WORSE. WAS TOLD IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION.

Nov 18, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 194,000 mi

WHILE VEICHLE IS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE REVS BETWEEN 500-1000 RPM. TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HAVE STOPPED SHIFTING AND MADE THE RPM GO ALL OVER THE PLACE. WHILE TURNING AT A SLOW SPEED IT SEEMED TO MAKE THE ISSUE WORSE. WAS TOLD IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION.

Nov 15, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 13,800 mi

MY CAR JUST STOPS I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE THRODEL BODY BUT FIXING IT WS ONLY TRMPAREY I HAVE 6 KIDS IN MY CAR AT ALL TIMES IT IS VERY SCAREY I NEVER KNOW WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN

Nov 15, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 13,800 mi

MY CAR JUST STOPS I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE THRODEL BODY BUT FIXING IT WS ONLY TRMPAREY I HAVE 6 KIDS IN MY CAR AT ALL TIMES IT IS VERY SCAREY I NEVER KNOW WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN

Oct 31, 2016 Power Train 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN LOW OR HIGH GEAR. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Oct 31, 2016 Seats 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN LOW OR HIGH GEAR. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Oct 31, 2016 Power Train 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN LOW OR HIGH GEAR. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Oct 31, 2016 Seats 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN LOW OR HIGH GEAR. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Oct 26, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED ACCELERATING WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEA...

Oct 26, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED ACCELERATING WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEA...

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Oct 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Oct 10, 2016 Exterior Lighting 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Oct 10, 2016 Electrical System 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Oct 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Oct 10, 2016 Exterior Lighting 181,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR AT NIGHT LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT BUT BACKUP LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE CAR WAS IN DRIVE. TURN SIGNALS DID NOT WORK AND RADIO WENT OUT. CAR EVENTUALLY LOST ALL POWER.

Sep 20, 2016 Air Bags 197,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER, STALLED, AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF...

Sep 20, 2016 Electrical System 197,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER, STALLED, AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF...

Sep 20, 2016 Air Bags 197,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER, STALLED, AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF...

Sep 20, 2016 Electrical System 197,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER, STALLED, AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF...

Sep 10, 2016 Engine 123,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGUN TO SURGE IN ACCELERATION WHEN AFTER I AM STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, AND THEN I LET IT OFF FIRST TO GO, IT SURGES AHEAD OR BACKWARD, DEPENDING ON FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH NO PRESSURE AT ALL ON THE ACCELERATOR. REPEAT, I DO NOT PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR, AND IT ...

Sep 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGUN TO SURGE IN ACCELERATION WHEN AFTER I AM STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, AND THEN I LET IT OFF FIRST TO GO, IT SURGES AHEAD OR BACKWARD, DEPENDING ON FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH NO PRESSURE AT ALL ON THE ACCELERATOR. REPEAT, I DO NOT PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR, AND IT ...

Sep 10, 2016 Engine 123,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGUN TO SURGE IN ACCELERATION WHEN AFTER I AM STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, AND THEN I LET IT OFF FIRST TO GO, IT SURGES AHEAD OR BACKWARD, DEPENDING ON FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH NO PRESSURE AT ALL ON THE ACCELERATOR. REPEAT, I DO NOT PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR, AND IT ...

Sep 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGUN TO SURGE IN ACCELERATION WHEN AFTER I AM STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, AND THEN I LET IT OFF FIRST TO GO, IT SURGES AHEAD OR BACKWARD, DEPENDING ON FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH NO PRESSURE AT ALL ON THE ACCELERATOR. REPEAT, I DO NOT PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR, AND IT ...

Sep 2, 2016 Engine 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE SENSOR LIGHT SUDDENLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE'S SPEED REDUCED AND WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTI...

Sep 2, 2016 Engine 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE SENSOR LIGHT SUDDENLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE'S SPEED REDUCED AND WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTI...

Aug 29, 2016 Engine 135,147 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUF...

Aug 29, 2016 Engine 135,147 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUF...

Aug 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 134,000 mi

CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AND BACKWARDS

Aug 12, 2016 Unknown Or Other 134,000 mi

CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AND BACKWARDS

Aug 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 134,000 mi

CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AND BACKWARDS

Aug 12, 2016 Unknown Or Other 134,000 mi

CAR IS LUNGING FORWARD AND BACKWARDS

Aug 9, 2016 Power Train 103,005 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED. THE MECHANIC ADDED A HIGH PRESSURE FILTER AND TRANSMISSION FLUID, BUT...

Aug 9, 2016 Power Train 103,005 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED. THE MECHANIC ADDED A HIGH PRESSURE FILTER AND TRANSMISSION FLUID, BUT...

Aug 4, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

IF WE CHANGE GEARS WITH THE A/C ON THE CAR LUNGES WHEN WE'RE TRYING TO COME TO A STOP. IT LUNGES AS WE'RE PARKING OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT. AFTER STOPPING IT WILL CONTINUE TO LUNGE WITHOUT WARNING IF IT IS IN DRIVE...IT WILL EVEN LUNGE AS WE TRY TO SHIFT TO PARK. WE ARE AFRAID WE W...

Aug 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

IF WE CHANGE GEARS WITH THE A/C ON THE CAR LUNGES WHEN WE'RE TRYING TO COME TO A STOP. IT LUNGES AS WE'RE PARKING OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT. AFTER STOPPING IT WILL CONTINUE TO LUNGE WITHOUT WARNING IF IT IS IN DRIVE...IT WILL EVEN LUNGE AS WE TRY TO SHIFT TO PARK. WE ARE AFRAID WE W...

Aug 4, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

IF WE CHANGE GEARS WITH THE A/C ON THE CAR LUNGES WHEN WE'RE TRYING TO COME TO A STOP. IT LUNGES AS WE'RE PARKING OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT. AFTER STOPPING IT WILL CONTINUE TO LUNGE WITHOUT WARNING IF IT IS IN DRIVE...IT WILL EVEN LUNGE AS WE TRY TO SHIFT TO PARK. WE ARE AFRAID WE W...

Aug 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

IF WE CHANGE GEARS WITH THE A/C ON THE CAR LUNGES WHEN WE'RE TRYING TO COME TO A STOP. IT LUNGES AS WE'RE PARKING OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT. AFTER STOPPING IT WILL CONTINUE TO LUNGE WITHOUT WARNING IF IT IS IN DRIVE...IT WILL EVEN LUNGE AS WE TRY TO SHIFT TO PARK. WE ARE AFRAID WE W...

Aug 2, 2016 Electrical System 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Aug 2, 2016 Engine 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Aug 2, 2016 Power Train 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Aug 2, 2016 Electrical System 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Aug 2, 2016 Engine 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Aug 2, 2016 Power Train 97,000 mi

I JUST BOUGHT MY VEHICLE AND STARTED NOTICING SOME ISSUES WITH THE CAR RACING/IDLING FAST. SEVERAL TIMES IT WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE ALMOST HITTING A CAR, THEN STALLED & REDUCED SPEED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TOO OREILLYS AND F...

Jul 19, 2016 Power Train 64,241 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, IT WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MECHA...

Jul 19, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 64,241 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, IT WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MECHA...

Jul 19, 2016 Power Train 64,241 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, IT WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MECHA...

Jul 19, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 64,241 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, IT WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MECHA...

Jul 18, 2016 Engine 190,000 mi

MY ENGINE LITE CAME ON I TOOK IT TO O'REILY TO HAVE IT CHECK OUT. THEY GAVE ME THECODES TO THE THROTTLE BODY. WHEN I CALL FORD DEALER THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT UNDER RECALL ANY MORE. I DID NOT RECIEVE A NOTICE THATTHIS WAS A DEFECT IN THE CAR. IT IDLES IN PARK WHEN YOU ARE AT THE STOP ;LITE AND WHEN...

Jul 18, 2016 Engine 190,000 mi

MY ENGINE LITE CAME ON I TOOK IT TO O'REILY TO HAVE IT CHECK OUT. THEY GAVE ME THECODES TO THE THROTTLE BODY. WHEN I CALL FORD DEALER THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT UNDER RECALL ANY MORE. I DID NOT RECIEVE A NOTICE THATTHIS WAS A DEFECT IN THE CAR. IT IDLES IN PARK WHEN YOU ARE AT THE STOP ;LITE AND WHEN...

Jul 13, 2016 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT RANDOMLY FLASHED. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS AND THE ENGINE IDLED ROUGHLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Jul 13, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT RANDOMLY FLASHED. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS AND THE ENGINE IDLED ROUGHLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Jul 13, 2016 Power Train 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE GEAR SHIFT WAS IN THE DRIVE OR REVERSE POSITION, THE ENGINE REVVED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE UPDATED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE....

Jul 13, 2016 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT RANDOMLY FLASHED. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS AND THE ENGINE IDLED ROUGHLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Jul 13, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT RANDOMLY FLASHED. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS AND THE ENGINE IDLED ROUGHLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Jul 13, 2016 Power Train 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE GEAR SHIFT WAS IN THE DRIVE OR REVERSE POSITION, THE ENGINE REVVED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE UPDATED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE....

Jun 22, 2016 Engine 78,955 mi

CAR SURGED WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACE THEN WENT INTO LIMP MODE. TOOK TO THE SHOP AND IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED. I SEE THAT HAS BEEN AN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS A CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN BUT IT EXPIRED 1 YR AGO. WHY DID FORD NOT NOTIFY...

Jun 22, 2016 Engine 78,955 mi

CAR SURGED WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACE THEN WENT INTO LIMP MODE. TOOK TO THE SHOP AND IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED. I SEE THAT HAS BEEN AN ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE. LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS A CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN BUT IT EXPIRED 1 YR AGO. WHY DID FORD NOT NOTIFY...

Jun 21, 2016 Electrical System

WHEN I TURN ON THE AC IN MY VEHICLE THE VEHICLE STARTS TO LUNGE ALL OF A SUDDEN AND I CAN BE AT A COMPLETE STOP AND IT DOES IT. ALSO WHEN I HAVE MY AC ON MY TRUCK JUST TURNS OFF AND IT IS SCARY BECAUSE THERE IS NO WARNING IT JUST TURNS OFF. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND THIS IS VERY SCARY TO GO THROUGH. P...

Jun 21, 2016 Engine

WHEN I TURN ON THE AC IN MY VEHICLE THE VEHICLE STARTS TO LUNGE ALL OF A SUDDEN AND I CAN BE AT A COMPLETE STOP AND IT DOES IT. ALSO WHEN I HAVE MY AC ON MY TRUCK JUST TURNS OFF AND IT IS SCARY BECAUSE THERE IS NO WARNING IT JUST TURNS OFF. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND THIS IS VERY SCARY TO GO THROUGH. P...

Jun 21, 2016 Electrical System

WHEN I TURN ON THE AC IN MY VEHICLE THE VEHICLE STARTS TO LUNGE ALL OF A SUDDEN AND I CAN BE AT A COMPLETE STOP AND IT DOES IT. ALSO WHEN I HAVE MY AC ON MY TRUCK JUST TURNS OFF AND IT IS SCARY BECAUSE THERE IS NO WARNING IT JUST TURNS OFF. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND THIS IS VERY SCARY TO GO THROUGH. P...

Jun 21, 2016 Engine

WHEN I TURN ON THE AC IN MY VEHICLE THE VEHICLE STARTS TO LUNGE ALL OF A SUDDEN AND I CAN BE AT A COMPLETE STOP AND IT DOES IT. ALSO WHEN I HAVE MY AC ON MY TRUCK JUST TURNS OFF AND IT IS SCARY BECAUSE THERE IS NO WARNING IT JUST TURNS OFF. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND THIS IS VERY SCARY TO GO THROUGH. P...

Jun 19, 2016 Electrical System

RECENTLY PURCHASED MY CAR THROUGH AN INDEPENDENT DEALER. STARTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN IN PARK OR WHEN REVERSING. BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF RANDOMLY. IF I CUT IT OFF AND TURN IT ON IT GOES AWAY. CAR JUMPS (ACCELERATES) DURING DRIVING. IT DOES IT ALL THE TIME NO MATTER WHERE I AM DRIVING. RUN ...

Jun 19, 2016 Power Train

RECENTLY PURCHASED MY CAR THROUGH AN INDEPENDENT DEALER. STARTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN IN PARK OR WHEN REVERSING. BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF RANDOMLY. IF I CUT IT OFF AND TURN IT ON IT GOES AWAY. CAR JUMPS (ACCELERATES) DURING DRIVING. IT DOES IT ALL THE TIME NO MATTER WHERE I AM DRIVING. RUN ...

Jun 19, 2016 Electrical System

RECENTLY PURCHASED MY CAR THROUGH AN INDEPENDENT DEALER. STARTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN IN PARK OR WHEN REVERSING. BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF RANDOMLY. IF I CUT IT OFF AND TURN IT ON IT GOES AWAY. CAR JUMPS (ACCELERATES) DURING DRIVING. IT DOES IT ALL THE TIME NO MATTER WHERE I AM DRIVING. RUN ...

Jun 19, 2016 Power Train

RECENTLY PURCHASED MY CAR THROUGH AN INDEPENDENT DEALER. STARTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN IN PARK OR WHEN REVERSING. BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF RANDOMLY. IF I CUT IT OFF AND TURN IT ON IT GOES AWAY. CAR JUMPS (ACCELERATES) DURING DRIVING. IT DOES IT ALL THE TIME NO MATTER WHERE I AM DRIVING. RUN ...

May 20, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 112,800 mi

WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY ON THE BRAKE IT WILL TRY TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN WHILE NOT EVEN ON THE GAS PEDAL IN REVERSE AND DRIVE.

May 20, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 112,800 mi

WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY ON THE BRAKE IT WILL TRY TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN WHILE NOT EVEN ON THE GAS PEDAL IN REVERSE AND DRIVE.

May 18, 2016 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

May 18, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

May 18, 2016 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

May 18, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

May 7, 2016 Power Train 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

May 7, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

May 7, 2016 Unknown Or Other 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

May 7, 2016 Power Train 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

May 7, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

May 7, 2016 Unknown Or Other 180,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN A 4 LANE HIGH WAY THE CAR LOST GAS PEDAL CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL. WITH OTHER VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 65 MPH BEHIND MY CAR... HAVE HAD SEVERAL GARAGES LOOK AT IT AND STILL CANT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM. NOW A TOW BILL LABOR AND OTHER COMPOUNDING EXSPE...

Apr 25, 2016 Electrical System 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STOPPED WORKING AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Apr 25, 2016 Electrical System 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STOPPED WORKING AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Apr 14, 2016 Power Train 75,000 mi

THERE IS A NOISE THAT IS COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN IN PARK OR NEUTRAL THE NOISE IS PROMINENT. I AM FINDING OUT THAT THIS IS A DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION AS I HAVE LESS THAN 80K MILES TO THE CAR. FORD HAS TOLD ME THAT THE CAR IS OLD WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO. THEY DID NOT MENTION HOW DANGEROUS...

Apr 14, 2016 Power Train 75,000 mi

THERE IS A NOISE THAT IS COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN IN PARK OR NEUTRAL THE NOISE IS PROMINENT. I AM FINDING OUT THAT THIS IS A DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION AS I HAVE LESS THAN 80K MILES TO THE CAR. FORD HAS TOLD ME THAT THE CAR IS OLD WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO. THEY DID NOT MENTION HOW DANGEROUS...

Apr 12, 2016 Power Train 51,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, HEARD LOUD POP (CLAP SOUND). THEN DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO LOCK UP. TRIED TO FLUSH TRANSMISSION FLUID AND REPLACE OS SENSOR FROM FORD AND NOW IT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR.

Apr 12, 2016 Steering 51,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, HEARD LOUD POP (CLAP SOUND). THEN DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO LOCK UP. TRIED TO FLUSH TRANSMISSION FLUID AND REPLACE OS SENSOR FROM FORD AND NOW IT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR.

Apr 12, 2016 Power Train 51,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, HEARD LOUD POP (CLAP SOUND). THEN DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO LOCK UP. TRIED TO FLUSH TRANSMISSION FLUID AND REPLACE OS SENSOR FROM FORD AND NOW IT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR.

Apr 12, 2016 Steering 51,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, HEARD LOUD POP (CLAP SOUND). THEN DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO LOCK UP. TRIED TO FLUSH TRANSMISSION FLUID AND REPLACE OS SENSOR FROM FORD AND NOW IT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR.

Mar 26, 2016 Electrical System 88,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, MY '05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED THE AIR & RADIO TURN OFF, ALONG WITH ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH, ALL GAUGES BOTTOM OUT & THE TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. THIS LASTS FOR ABOUT 30-45 REPEATEDLY, IN QUICK SUCCESSION. YOU CANNOT SIGNAL A TURN OR KNOW SPEED WHEN THIS OCCURS WHICH IS A S...

Mar 26, 2016 Electrical System 88,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, MY '05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED THE AIR & RADIO TURN OFF, ALONG WITH ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH, ALL GAUGES BOTTOM OUT & THE TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. THIS LASTS FOR ABOUT 30-45 REPEATEDLY, IN QUICK SUCCESSION. YOU CANNOT SIGNAL A TURN OR KNOW SPEED WHEN THIS OCCURS WHICH IS A S...

Mar 23, 2016 Power Train

BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AFTER 90000 MILE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP CHECK TRANSMISSION AND ENGIE LIGHTS CAME ON AFTER HAVING IT IN THE DEALRSHIP MANYTIMES AND SPENDING THOUSANDS OF DOLLAR'S FIXING PARTS THEY COME BACK BACK AFTER THIRD TRIP IN ITH SAME PROBLEM THEY TELL ME YOU HAVE A CVT TR...

Mar 23, 2016 Power Train

BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AFTER 90000 MILE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP CHECK TRANSMISSION AND ENGIE LIGHTS CAME ON AFTER HAVING IT IN THE DEALRSHIP MANYTIMES AND SPENDING THOUSANDS OF DOLLAR'S FIXING PARTS THEY COME BACK BACK AFTER THIRD TRIP IN ITH SAME PROBLEM THEY TELL ME YOU HAVE A CVT TR...

Mar 17, 2016 Steering 125,000 mi

POWER STEERING DOESNT WORK WELL

Mar 17, 2016 Steering 125,000 mi

POWER STEERING DOESNT WORK WELL

Mar 15, 2016 Engine Crash 73,000 mi

I DROVE INTO A PARKING SPACE, SET FOR PARK. THE CAR JUST SHOT FORWARD AND HIT A WALL. THE ENGINE RIFFED LOUD, FOR A FEW SECOND. COULD NOT REDO THE BRAKES. THE WALL WAS ONLE ABOUT 8 TO 10 FEET FROM ME.THE CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION, BECAUSE I JUST PUT IT IN PARK. IT HAPPEN IN A PARKIONG LOT AT CBS PHARMA...

Mar 15, 2016 Engine Crash 73,000 mi

I DROVE INTO A PARKING SPACE, SET FOR PARK. THE CAR JUST SHOT FORWARD AND HIT A WALL. THE ENGINE RIFFED LOUD, FOR A FEW SECOND. COULD NOT REDO THE BRAKES. THE WALL WAS ONLE ABOUT 8 TO 10 FEET FROM ME.THE CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION, BECAUSE I JUST PUT IT IN PARK. IT HAPPEN IN A PARKIONG LOT AT CBS PHARMA...

Mar 3, 2016 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE 2 ISSUES: #1. BACK SEAT PASSENGER DOOR CHILD SAFETY LOCKS ARE ALWAYS ON. EVERY TIME I HAVE A PASSENGER IN THE BACK SEATS THEY ARE TRAPPED, AND CANNOT GET OUT UNLESS SOMEONE OPENS THE DOORS FROM THE OUTSIDE OR THEY PULL UP ON THE LOCK FROM HE INSIDE. IVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE I PURCHASED TH...

Mar 3, 2016 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE 2 ISSUES: #1. BACK SEAT PASSENGER DOOR CHILD SAFETY LOCKS ARE ALWAYS ON. EVERY TIME I HAVE A PASSENGER IN THE BACK SEATS THEY ARE TRAPPED, AND CANNOT GET OUT UNLESS SOMEONE OPENS THE DOORS FROM THE OUTSIDE OR THEY PULL UP ON THE LOCK FROM HE INSIDE. IVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE I PURCHASED TH...

Mar 2, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 86,060 mi

WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY. WHEN I SET THE CRUISE CONTROL I HAD TO PUSH THE BUTTON 15X FOR IT TO ENGAGE. AFTER IT WAS SET THE INCREASE AND DECREASE BUTTONS WOULDN'T WORK. WHEN I TRIED TO CANCEL OUT CRUISE CONTROL THE BUTTON DID NOT WORK. ONLY WAY TO STOP THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS TO TAP THE BRAKES.

Mar 2, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 86,060 mi

WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY. WHEN I SET THE CRUISE CONTROL I HAD TO PUSH THE BUTTON 15X FOR IT TO ENGAGE. AFTER IT WAS SET THE INCREASE AND DECREASE BUTTONS WOULDN'T WORK. WHEN I TRIED TO CANCEL OUT CRUISE CONTROL THE BUTTON DID NOT WORK. ONLY WAY TO STOP THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS TO TAP THE BRAKES.

Feb 29, 2016 Power Train

MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS HAD THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON NUMEROUS TIME TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP MANY TIME SPENT 2000 DOLLARS IN REPLACEMENT PARTS AND PROBLEM MN STILL HAPPENS WHEN STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS GO TO TAKE OFF CHECK ENGIN LIGHT OMES ON AND SPEED REDUCES STARTED HAPPING AFTER 78000 MILES DEALERSHI...

Feb 29, 2016 Power Train

MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS HAD THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON NUMEROUS TIME TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP MANY TIME SPENT 2000 DOLLARS IN REPLACEMENT PARTS AND PROBLEM MN STILL HAPPENS WHEN STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS GO TO TAKE OFF CHECK ENGIN LIGHT OMES ON AND SPEED REDUCES STARTED HAPPING AFTER 78000 MILES DEALERSHI...

Feb 19, 2016 Power Train 111,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY THE SPEED SUDDENLY REDUCED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE MY THAN ~40 MPH. MY DAUGHTER WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY AND PARK THE VEHICLE IN A NEARBY PARKING LOT. ONCE PARKED AND THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE WILL NO LONGER START. ACCORDING T...

Feb 19, 2016 Power Train 111,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY THE SPEED SUDDENLY REDUCED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE MY THAN ~40 MPH. MY DAUGHTER WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY AND PARK THE VEHICLE IN A NEARBY PARKING LOT. ONCE PARKED AND THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE WILL NO LONGER START. ACCORDING T...

Feb 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SLOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED SHORTLY AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 10, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SLOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED SHORTLY AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 10, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT PICK UP SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REPAIRS AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Feb 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT PICK UP SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REPAIRS AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Feb 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SLOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED SHORTLY AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 10, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SLOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED SHORTLY AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 10, 2016 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT PICK UP SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REPAIRS AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Feb 10, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT PICK UP SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR VARIOUS REPAIRS AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Jan 29, 2016 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION EXHIBITED SEVERE HESITATION IN A JERKING MOTION. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPL...

Jan 29, 2016 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION EXHIBITED SEVERE HESITATION IN A JERKING MOTION. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPL...

Jan 17, 2016 Structure 112,000 mi

IN COLD WEATHER THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE AND LATCH. THIS WAS ADDRESSED IN A RECALL (FORD RECALL NO. 06S45) SEVERAL YEARS AGO, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL PERSISTS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS VEHICLE BACK TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WERE AN APPARENT "BANDAID" FIX IS USED BECAUSE THE DOOR...

Jan 17, 2016 Structure 112,000 mi

IN COLD WEATHER THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE AND LATCH. THIS WAS ADDRESSED IN A RECALL (FORD RECALL NO. 06S45) SEVERAL YEARS AGO, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL PERSISTS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS VEHICLE BACK TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WERE AN APPARENT "BANDAID" FIX IS USED BECAUSE THE DOOR...

Jan 16, 2016 Power Train 205,800 mi

I BOUGHT THIS SUV 9-11-15 WITH THE INTENT TO GO TO MY VA APPOINTMENTS DUE TO MY MEDICAL CONDITIONS. THE OWNER STATED IT HAD A FEW PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION, BUT I DID NOT KNOW THAT MUCH ABOUT AUTOMOBILES TO UNDERSTAND WHAT HE WAS TALKING ABOUT. WHEN I GOT READY TO DRIVE THE CAR IT WOULD NOT CHA...

Jan 16, 2016 Power Train 205,800 mi

I BOUGHT THIS SUV 9-11-15 WITH THE INTENT TO GO TO MY VA APPOINTMENTS DUE TO MY MEDICAL CONDITIONS. THE OWNER STATED IT HAD A FEW PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION, BUT I DID NOT KNOW THAT MUCH ABOUT AUTOMOBILES TO UNDERSTAND WHAT HE WAS TALKING ABOUT. WHEN I GOT READY TO DRIVE THE CAR IT WOULD NOT CHA...

Jan 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LAST YEAR 2015,FOR MY DAUGHTER FOR HER FIRST STARTER VEHICLE. JUST LAST NIGHT THE DOOR LATCHES STARTED FREEZING UP AND THE DOOR WONT CLOSE AND OPENS WHILE DRIVING. APPARENTLY THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS SO I CALLED FORD. THEY TOLD ME THE RECALL WAS TAKEN CARE OF IN 2006...

Jan 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LAST YEAR 2015,FOR MY DAUGHTER FOR HER FIRST STARTER VEHICLE. JUST LAST NIGHT THE DOOR LATCHES STARTED FREEZING UP AND THE DOOR WONT CLOSE AND OPENS WHILE DRIVING. APPARENTLY THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS SO I CALLED FORD. THEY TOLD ME THE RECALL WAS TAKEN CARE OF IN 2006...

Jan 11, 2016 Latches/locks/linkages

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED IN FRIGID WEATHER TEMPERATURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKA...

Jan 11, 2016 Latches/locks/linkages

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED IN FRIGID WEATHER TEMPERATURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKA...

Dec 28, 2015 Electrical System 3 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WON'T WORK.. MY REVERSE LIGHT STAY ON AND I CAN'T TELL WHAT THE GAUGES ARE READING SEEING AS THEY WONT WORK. THE ONLY LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATES IS THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE PANEL. MY RADIO LIGHTS WORK BUT NOTHING ELSE. I CAN'T TELL WHAT THE SPEED LIMIT IS NOTHING. HOW CAN ONE DRIVE ...

Dec 28, 2015 Electrical System 3 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WON'T WORK.. MY REVERSE LIGHT STAY ON AND I CAN'T TELL WHAT THE GAUGES ARE READING SEEING AS THEY WONT WORK. THE ONLY LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATES IS THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE PANEL. MY RADIO LIGHTS WORK BUT NOTHING ELSE. I CAN'T TELL WHAT THE SPEED LIMIT IS NOTHING. HOW CAN ONE DRIVE ...

Dec 21, 2015 Engine 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED, WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. THE SAFE FAILURE MODE, THE ENGINE, AND WRENCH WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHILE THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE AND RESUME TO NORMAL FUNCTI...

Dec 21, 2015 Engine 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED, WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. THE SAFE FAILURE MODE, THE ENGINE, AND WRENCH WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHILE THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE AND RESUME TO NORMAL FUNCTI...

Dec 15, 2015 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED COROSSION ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.

Dec 15, 2015 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED COROSSION ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.

Nov 11, 2015 Electrical System 1,000,000 mi

I GOT INTO THE CAR TO START IT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, AND I SMELLED SMOKE, THE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE

Nov 11, 2015 Engine 1,000,000 mi

I GOT INTO THE CAR TO START IT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, AND I SMELLED SMOKE, THE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE

Nov 11, 2015 Electrical System 1,000,000 mi

I GOT INTO THE CAR TO START IT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, AND I SMELLED SMOKE, THE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE

Nov 11, 2015 Engine 1,000,000 mi

I GOT INTO THE CAR TO START IT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, AND I SMELLED SMOKE, THE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE

Nov 10, 2015 Electrical System 131,596 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE FUEL, SPEEDOMETER, AND OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGES STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,59...

Nov 10, 2015 Electrical System 131,596 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE FUEL, SPEEDOMETER, AND OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGES STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,59...

Oct 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE...

Oct 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE...

Oct 24, 2015 Unknown Or Other 119,800 mi

THE TRANSMISSION MAKE A NOISE LIKES BLENDING SOMETHING, IT DOESN'T CHANGE GEARS AND AFTER A WILE DOESN'T ACELERATE.

Oct 24, 2015 Unknown Or Other 119,800 mi

THE TRANSMISSION MAKE A NOISE LIKES BLENDING SOMETHING, IT DOESN'T CHANGE GEARS AND AFTER A WILE DOESN'T ACELERATE.

Oct 5, 2015 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN NEUTRAL OR PARK, THE NEUTRAL INPUT SHAFT MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Oct 5, 2015 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN NEUTRAL OR PARK, THE NEUTRAL INPUT SHAFT MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Sep 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 239,000 mi

DOOR LATCH IS FROZEN CLOSED AND CANNOT GET DRIVERS SIDE DOOR TO OPEN. DISMANTLED ENTIRE CAR TO FIX ISSUE.

Sep 27, 2015 Structure 239,000 mi

DOOR LATCH IS FROZEN CLOSED AND CANNOT GET DRIVERS SIDE DOOR TO OPEN. DISMANTLED ENTIRE CAR TO FIX ISSUE.

Sep 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 239,000 mi

DOOR LATCH IS FROZEN CLOSED AND CANNOT GET DRIVERS SIDE DOOR TO OPEN. DISMANTLED ENTIRE CAR TO FIX ISSUE.

Sep 27, 2015 Structure 239,000 mi

DOOR LATCH IS FROZEN CLOSED AND CANNOT GET DRIVERS SIDE DOOR TO OPEN. DISMANTLED ENTIRE CAR TO FIX ISSUE.

Sep 21, 2015 Power Train 77,950 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE WHICH IS IDLE ENGINE CONDITION WITH NO ACCELERATOR ACTION. ONLY STEERING AND BRAKING WERE AVAILABLE. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED ON I-278 WHILE TRAVELING IN THE MIDDLE LANE OF FOUR LANES AND BECA...

Sep 21, 2015 Power Train 77,950 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE WHICH IS IDLE ENGINE CONDITION WITH NO ACCELERATOR ACTION. ONLY STEERING AND BRAKING WERE AVAILABLE. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED ON I-278 WHILE TRAVELING IN THE MIDDLE LANE OF FOUR LANES AND BECA...

Sep 19, 2015 Engine 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 19, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 19, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 19, 2015 Engine 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 19, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 19, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 105,857 mi

1. DRIVING CAR AT 45MPH..CAME TO RED LIGHT. WHEN PUSHING A CELERATOR TO FLOOR , CAR SUDDENLY DOES NOT RESPOND TO PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED. NOTICE CHECK E GINE ON DISPLAY PANEL AND WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON AND WORDS "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" DISPLAY. 2. WHEN STANDING STIL...

Sep 9, 2015 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Sep 9, 2015 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Sep 4, 2015 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Sep 4, 2015 Steering 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Sep 4, 2015 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Sep 4, 2015 Steering 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Aug 19, 2015 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY. THE ODOMETER WAS READING OFF THE CHARTS, BUT THE ENGINE SEEMED - AT LEAST SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS - WORKING JUST FINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN WARM WEATHER (WE LIVE IN UTAH) AND COLD. IT DOESN'T SEEM TO HAPPEN IN ONLY ONE TEMPERATURE AN...

Aug 19, 2015 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY. THE ODOMETER WAS READING OFF THE CHARTS, BUT THE ENGINE SEEMED - AT LEAST SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS - WORKING JUST FINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN WARM WEATHER (WE LIVE IN UTAH) AND COLD. IT DOESN'T SEEM TO HAPPEN IN ONLY ONE TEMPERATURE AN...

Aug 16, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A 45 MPH ROAD, THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, NO ACCELERATION, THERE WAS A TRUCK BEHIND US THAT ALMOST HIT US. WE WERE ABLE TO PULL OVER , WE TURNED OFF THE CAR AND STARTED BACK UP AND CONTINUED DRIVING. WE TOOK THE CAR TO MECHANIC AND THEY DIAGNOSTICALLY TESTED IT AND HE SAID IMMEDIATLE...

Aug 16, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A 45 MPH ROAD, THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, NO ACCELERATION, THERE WAS A TRUCK BEHIND US THAT ALMOST HIT US. WE WERE ABLE TO PULL OVER , WE TURNED OFF THE CAR AND STARTED BACK UP AND CONTINUED DRIVING. WE TOOK THE CAR TO MECHANIC AND THEY DIAGNOSTICALLY TESTED IT AND HE SAID IMMEDIATLE...

Aug 12, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 129,900 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING UP A HILL ,FELT A SURGE THEN DECELERATION TO 25-30 MPH. THIS HAS HAPPENED A NUMBER OF TIMES.MECHANIC RESEARCH CODES AND SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. PE11018

Aug 12, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 129,900 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING UP A HILL ,FELT A SURGE THEN DECELERATION TO 25-30 MPH. THIS HAS HAPPENED A NUMBER OF TIMES.MECHANIC RESEARCH CODES AND SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. PE11018

Jul 27, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 27, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 27, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 27, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

WE HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT REVVING UP WANTED TO GO FORWARD WHEN PARKING. WE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED , HELPED FOR A LITTLE WHILE.PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD COMPRESSOR REPLACED, THEN STARTING HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS (FAILURE SAFE MODE ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN) WHILE DRIVING . HAD ALTER...

Jul 23, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION REACHING SPEEDS UP TO 50 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS ...

Jul 23, 2015 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED AND APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. MULTIPLE UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Jul 23, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION REACHING SPEEDS UP TO 50 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS ...

Jul 23, 2015 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED AND APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. MULTIPLE UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Jul 17, 2015 Suspension 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A HUMMING NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE DRIVER SIDE. THE NOISE BECAME LOUDER WHEN DRIVING OVER 10 MPH. THE CONTACT CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND LEFT VOICE MESSAGES, BUT NO ONE RETURNED THE CAL...

Jul 17, 2015 Suspension 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A HUMMING NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE DRIVER SIDE. THE NOISE BECAME LOUDER WHEN DRIVING OVER 10 MPH. THE CONTACT CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND LEFT VOICE MESSAGES, BUT NO ONE RETURNED THE CAL...

Jun 18, 2015 Power Train 104,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR AND WITHIN TWO WEEKS IT HAD A COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR MAKES A HORRNEDOUS NOISE AND WILL NOT DRIVE FORWARD. PRIOR TO THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE OR SURGE. TOOK TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP WHO QUOTE ME $4,250 TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. AT THAT PRI...

Jun 18, 2015 Power Train 104,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR AND WITHIN TWO WEEKS IT HAD A COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR MAKES A HORRNEDOUS NOISE AND WILL NOT DRIVE FORWARD. PRIOR TO THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE OR SURGE. TOOK TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP WHO QUOTE ME $4,250 TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. AT THAT PRI...

May 29, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE SPEED SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 65 MPH ALTHOUGH THE DRIVER DID NOT ENGAGE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND...

May 29, 2015 Power Train 148,255 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN GOING UP A HILL. THE VEHICLE ALSO JERKED VIOLENTLY AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN UP A HILL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED...

May 29, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE SPEED SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 65 MPH ALTHOUGH THE DRIVER DID NOT ENGAGE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND...

May 29, 2015 Power Train 148,255 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN GOING UP A HILL. THE VEHICLE ALSO JERKED VIOLENTLY AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN UP A HILL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED...

May 3, 2015 Power Train 101,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN CAR SUDDENLY JOLTED, AS IF IT HAD STRUCK SOMETHING. AFTER LOOKING TO INSURE NOTHING HAD BEEN STRUCK, WE PROCEEDED AND THE CAR MADE ANOTHER ODD NOISE AND CEASED TO GO FORWARD. THE TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN AND ALL FLUIDS ESCAPED. THE CAR IS RUINED AND FROM ALL ...

May 3, 2015 Power Train 101,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN CAR SUDDENLY JOLTED, AS IF IT HAD STRUCK SOMETHING. AFTER LOOKING TO INSURE NOTHING HAD BEEN STRUCK, WE PROCEEDED AND THE CAR MADE ANOTHER ODD NOISE AND CEASED TO GO FORWARD. THE TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN AND ALL FLUIDS ESCAPED. THE CAR IS RUINED AND FROM ALL ...

May 2, 2015 Electrical System

AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STARTED COMING ON OCCASIONALLY LAST FALL. IT IS NOW ON ALL THE TIME. TALKED TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WAS EITHER A SENSOR OR A WHEEL BEARING. IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE WHEEL BEARING RIGHT NOW. *TR

May 2, 2015 Power Train

AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STARTED COMING ON OCCASIONALLY LAST FALL. IT IS NOW ON ALL THE TIME. TALKED TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WAS EITHER A SENSOR OR A WHEEL BEARING. IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE WHEEL BEARING RIGHT NOW. *TR

May 2, 2015 Electrical System

AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STARTED COMING ON OCCASIONALLY LAST FALL. IT IS NOW ON ALL THE TIME. TALKED TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WAS EITHER A SENSOR OR A WHEEL BEARING. IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE WHEEL BEARING RIGHT NOW. *TR

May 2, 2015 Power Train

AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STARTED COMING ON OCCASIONALLY LAST FALL. IT IS NOW ON ALL THE TIME. TALKED TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WAS EITHER A SENSOR OR A WHEEL BEARING. IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE WHEEL BEARING RIGHT NOW. *TR

Apr 28, 2015 Engine 68,500 mi

KEPT HAVING ISSUES STARTING THE VEHICLE ALONG WITH WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGH WAY NOT BEING ABLE TO GET UP TO THE SPEED NEEDED. TOOK IT TOO BEECHMONT FORD IN OHIO TODAY AND BECAUSE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON THEN GO OFF . WHEN I SPOKE TO SOMEBODY I WAS TOLD $100 FOR AN HOUR TO DIAGNOSE THEN I W...

Apr 28, 2015 Engine 68,500 mi

KEPT HAVING ISSUES STARTING THE VEHICLE ALONG WITH WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGH WAY NOT BEING ABLE TO GET UP TO THE SPEED NEEDED. TOOK IT TOO BEECHMONT FORD IN OHIO TODAY AND BECAUSE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON THEN GO OFF . WHEN I SPOKE TO SOMEBODY I WAS TOLD $100 FOR AN HOUR TO DIAGNOSE THEN I W...

Apr 26, 2015 Power Train 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 26, 2015 Steering 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 26, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 26, 2015 Power Train 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 26, 2015 Steering 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 26, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

I PURCHASED THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED. ISSUES: (1) SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON, THEN I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHO REPLACED THE FLUID, WHICH SEEMED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) RANDOM SURGES OF POWER, WHICH ALMOST RESULTED IN A FEW ACCIDENTS AND WAS SEVERELY FRIG...

Apr 24, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

A FEW YEARS AGO OUR FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING WHEN SITTING IDLE, IF YOU DIDN'T KEEP YOU FOOT ON THE BREAK AT A STOP LIGHT ETC, IT WOULD LUNGE INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF YOU. WE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY TRYING TO GET THIS FIXED, BUT IT NEVER WAS 100% RESOLVED. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP THIS PAST ...

Apr 24, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

A FEW YEARS AGO OUR FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING WHEN SITTING IDLE, IF YOU DIDN'T KEEP YOU FOOT ON THE BREAK AT A STOP LIGHT ETC, IT WOULD LUNGE INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF YOU. WE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY TRYING TO GET THIS FIXED, BUT IT NEVER WAS 100% RESOLVED. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP THIS PAST ...

Apr 5, 2015 Electrical System 94,000 mi

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER FOR A FEW SECONDS AND RESET TO LEFT. ALSO LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. *TR

Apr 5, 2015 Electrical System 94,000 mi

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER FOR A FEW SECONDS AND RESET TO LEFT. ALSO LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. *TR

Apr 2, 2015 Engine

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT HAS THE BRAKE PRESSED WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE PRIOR TO SHIFTING INTO PARK. *TR

Apr 2, 2015 Power Train

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT HAS THE BRAKE PRESSED WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE PRIOR TO SHIFTING INTO PARK. *TR

Apr 2, 2015 Engine

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT HAS THE BRAKE PRESSED WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE PRIOR TO SHIFTING INTO PARK. *TR

Apr 2, 2015 Power Train

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT HAS THE BRAKE PRESSED WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE PRIOR TO SHIFTING INTO PARK. *TR

Mar 29, 2015 Power Train 145,000 mi

STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, WHEN WE WENT TO TAKE OFF, THERE WAS NO REVERSE OR FORWARD. ENGINE JUST REVS WHEN GAS IS PUSHED, NO MOVEMENT FROM VEHICLE. *TR

Mar 29, 2015 Power Train 145,000 mi

STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, WHEN WE WENT TO TAKE OFF, THERE WAS NO REVERSE OR FORWARD. ENGINE JUST REVS WHEN GAS IS PUSHED, NO MOVEMENT FROM VEHICLE. *TR

Mar 19, 2015 Power Train 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AWD SYSTEM FAILED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHIL...

Mar 19, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AWD SYSTEM FAILED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHIL...

Mar 19, 2015 Power Train 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AWD SYSTEM FAILED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHIL...

Mar 19, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AWD SYSTEM FAILED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHIL...

Feb 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PROCEEDING AFTER A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRANSMISSI...

Feb 27, 2015 Power Train 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PROCEEDING AFTER A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRANSMISSI...

Feb 27, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PROCEEDING AFTER A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRANSMISSI...

Feb 27, 2015 Power Train 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PROCEEDING AFTER A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRANSMISSI...

Feb 24, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AFTER THE CHECK ENGINE AND FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE THE DIAGNOSTIC WAS UNKNOWN. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Feb 24, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AFTER THE CHECK ENGINE AND FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE THE DIAGNOSTIC WAS UNKNOWN. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Feb 9, 2015 Electrical System 136,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LOST ALL POWER TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, REFUSED TO GO ABOVE 2K ROMA. TURNED CAR OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. TURNED IT BACK IN AND LIGHTS WERE STILL ON AND CAR WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE ACCELERATOR POS...

Feb 9, 2015 Exterior Lighting 136,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LOST ALL POWER TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, REFUSED TO GO ABOVE 2K ROMA. TURNED CAR OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. TURNED IT BACK IN AND LIGHTS WERE STILL ON AND CAR WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE ACCELERATOR POS...

Feb 9, 2015 Electrical System 136,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LOST ALL POWER TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, REFUSED TO GO ABOVE 2K ROMA. TURNED CAR OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. TURNED IT BACK IN AND LIGHTS WERE STILL ON AND CAR WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE ACCELERATOR POS...

Feb 9, 2015 Exterior Lighting 136,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LOST ALL POWER TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, REFUSED TO GO ABOVE 2K ROMA. TURNED CAR OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. TURNED IT BACK IN AND LIGHTS WERE STILL ON AND CAR WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE ACCELERATOR POS...

Feb 7, 2015 Engine Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 7, 2015 Electrical System Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 7, 2015 Steering Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 7, 2015 Engine Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 7, 2015 Electrical System Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 7, 2015 Steering Crash 98,000 mi

WHERE TO BEGIN.... THE BRAKES ARE SHOT. DON'T WORK AT ALL. DURING THE SUMMER AND FALL THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY GO INTO "FAILSAFE MODE" AND JUST STOP. IT HAS TO BE TURNED COMPLETELY OFF FOR SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO TURN BACK ON AND WILL GENERALLY DO THIS UP TO 8 TIMES BEFORE I JUST SHUT IT O...

Feb 3, 2015 Structure 163,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND FAILED TO CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,000.

Feb 3, 2015 Structure 163,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND FAILED TO CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,000.

Jan 29, 2015 Power Train 135,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY STUCK CLOSED, FORCING LIMP HOME MODE - STALL IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY, FORD RECALL 12N03 DID NOT WORK - AFTER IDLING, THERE IS A POWER SURGE WHICH LUNGES VEHICLE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AT A STOP SIGN, HAPPENED DIRECTLY AFTER SERVICE. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Engine 135,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY STUCK CLOSED, FORCING LIMP HOME MODE - STALL IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY, FORD RECALL 12N03 DID NOT WORK - AFTER IDLING, THERE IS A POWER SURGE WHICH LUNGES VEHICLE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AT A STOP SIGN, HAPPENED DIRECTLY AFTER SERVICE. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Power Train 135,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY STUCK CLOSED, FORCING LIMP HOME MODE - STALL IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY, FORD RECALL 12N03 DID NOT WORK - AFTER IDLING, THERE IS A POWER SURGE WHICH LUNGES VEHICLE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AT A STOP SIGN, HAPPENED DIRECTLY AFTER SERVICE. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Engine 135,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY STUCK CLOSED, FORCING LIMP HOME MODE - STALL IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY, FORD RECALL 12N03 DID NOT WORK - AFTER IDLING, THERE IS A POWER SURGE WHICH LUNGES VEHICLE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AT A STOP SIGN, HAPPENED DIRECTLY AFTER SERVICE. *TR

Jan 20, 2015 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH WOULD FREEZE IN COLDER TEMPERTURES, PREVENTING THE DOOR FROM BEING OPENED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE DOOR LAT...

Jan 20, 2015 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH WOULD FREEZE IN COLDER TEMPERTURES, PREVENTING THE DOOR FROM BEING OPENED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE DOOR LAT...

Jan 5, 2015 Electrical System 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 5, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 5, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 5, 2015 Electrical System 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 5, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 5, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 182,997 mi

TRAVELING ON HWY AT APPROX 60 MPH, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, "FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE APPEARED AND CAR POWERED DOWN. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF, WAITED 1 MIN, RESTARTED CAR. MESSAGE WAS CLEARED AND CAR DROVE AS NORMAL. ABOUT 20 MILES LATER, SAME PROBLEM, EXCEPT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MESSAGE A...

Jan 1, 2015 Latches/locks/linkages 124,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH WILL FREEZE UP WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY, OR IF IT SOUNDS LIKE IT HAS CLOSED PROPERLY CAN POP OPEN WHEN DRIVING. TALKED TO FORD AND THE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ONCE, THEREFORE THEY WILL NOT COVER THE COST TO FIX AGAIN. *JS

Jan 1, 2015 Latches/locks/linkages 124,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH WILL FREEZE UP WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY, OR IF IT SOUNDS LIKE IT HAS CLOSED PROPERLY CAN POP OPEN WHEN DRIVING. TALKED TO FORD AND THE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ONCE, THEREFORE THEY WILL NOT COVER THE COST TO FIX AGAIN. *JS

Dec 22, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRES WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

Dec 22, 2014 Tires 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRES WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

Dec 22, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRES WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

Dec 22, 2014 Tires 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRES WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAG...

Dec 17, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED, SURGED, AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE WOULD REV. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPL...

Dec 17, 2014 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED, SURGED, AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE WOULD REV. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPL...

Dec 17, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED, SURGED, AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE WOULD REV. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPL...

Dec 17, 2014 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED, SURGED, AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE WOULD REV. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPL...

Dec 15, 2014 Structure 118,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR OPENED, ALMOST EXPELLING MY CHILD HAD HE NOT HAD A SEAT BELT ON. THE DOORS ON THIS VEHICLE HAVE BEEN FREEZING UP AND EITHER DON'T CLOSE OR POP OPEN WHILE DRIVING. I SAW THERE WAS A RECALL THAT IS NOT VIN PERTINENT BUT IS ON THE FORD FREESTYLE FOR THESE FREE...

Dec 15, 2014 Structure 118,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR OPENED, ALMOST EXPELLING MY CHILD HAD HE NOT HAD A SEAT BELT ON. THE DOORS ON THIS VEHICLE HAVE BEEN FREEZING UP AND EITHER DON'T CLOSE OR POP OPEN WHILE DRIVING. I SAW THERE WAS A RECALL THAT IS NOT VIN PERTINENT BUT IS ON THE FORD FREESTYLE FOR THESE FREE...

Dec 10, 2014 Power Train 187,000 mi

FOR ABOUT A MONTH NOW MY CAR HAS BEEN MAKING THIS LOUD "HELICOPTER" NOISE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR SO I HAD THAT CHANGED, THOUGHT IT WAS THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, HAD THAT CHANGED. THE MECHANIC BELIEVES IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION. AFTER DOING RESEARCH I SEE THIS...

Dec 10, 2014 Suspension 187,000 mi

FOR ABOUT A MONTH NOW MY CAR HAS BEEN MAKING THIS LOUD "HELICOPTER" NOISE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR SO I HAD THAT CHANGED, THOUGHT IT WAS THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, HAD THAT CHANGED. THE MECHANIC BELIEVES IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION. AFTER DOING RESEARCH I SEE THIS...

Dec 10, 2014 Power Train 187,000 mi

FOR ABOUT A MONTH NOW MY CAR HAS BEEN MAKING THIS LOUD "HELICOPTER" NOISE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR SO I HAD THAT CHANGED, THOUGHT IT WAS THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, HAD THAT CHANGED. THE MECHANIC BELIEVES IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION. AFTER DOING RESEARCH I SEE THIS...

Dec 10, 2014 Suspension 187,000 mi

FOR ABOUT A MONTH NOW MY CAR HAS BEEN MAKING THIS LOUD "HELICOPTER" NOISE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR SO I HAD THAT CHANGED, THOUGHT IT WAS THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, HAD THAT CHANGED. THE MECHANIC BELIEVES IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION. AFTER DOING RESEARCH I SEE THIS...

Dec 8, 2014 Engine 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SUDDEN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD DEACTIVATE INDEPENDENTLY AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP WITHOUT TH...

Dec 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 8, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 8, 2014 Engine 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 8, 2014 Engine 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SUDDEN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD DEACTIVATE INDEPENDENTLY AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP WITHOUT TH...

Dec 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 8, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 8, 2014 Engine 115,000 mi

A LITTLE OVER 3 YEARS AGO, I FILED A COMPLAINT REGARDING A SURGING WITH MY FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAD OUR VEHICLE SERVICED AND THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED FOR A WHILE, BUT WE RECENTLY STARTED EXPERIENCING ISSUES AGAIN. THIS TIME THE FREESTYLE WOULD LOSE ACCELERATION, THE RPMS DRO...

Dec 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 122,798 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH REMAINED IN THE OPEN POSITION AND FAILED TO CLOSE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE F...

Dec 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 122,798 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH REMAINED IN THE OPEN POSITION AND FAILED TO CLOSE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE F...

Dec 2, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 122,798 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCH REMAINED IN THE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT SHUT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. ...

Dec 2, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 122,798 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCH REMAINED IN THE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT SHUT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. ...

Dec 1, 2014 Structure

I AM VERY FRUSTRATED THAT I HAVE THE SAME MAKE/MODEL THAT WAS INCLUDED IN THE 11/8/2006 RECALL BUT FORD AND NHTSA LIMITED THE VEHICLES TO ONLY CERTAIN STATES. DURING COLD WEATHER WATER IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CAR DOOR AND FREEZE THE LATCHES. THE CAR DOOR LATCH THEN FREEZES MAKING IT UNSAFE AND UND...

Dec 1, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages

I AM VERY FRUSTRATED THAT I HAVE THE SAME MAKE/MODEL THAT WAS INCLUDED IN THE 11/8/2006 RECALL BUT FORD AND NHTSA LIMITED THE VEHICLES TO ONLY CERTAIN STATES. DURING COLD WEATHER WATER IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CAR DOOR AND FREEZE THE LATCHES. THE CAR DOOR LATCH THEN FREEZES MAKING IT UNSAFE AND UND...

Dec 1, 2014 Structure

I AM VERY FRUSTRATED THAT I HAVE THE SAME MAKE/MODEL THAT WAS INCLUDED IN THE 11/8/2006 RECALL BUT FORD AND NHTSA LIMITED THE VEHICLES TO ONLY CERTAIN STATES. DURING COLD WEATHER WATER IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CAR DOOR AND FREEZE THE LATCHES. THE CAR DOOR LATCH THEN FREEZES MAKING IT UNSAFE AND UND...

Dec 1, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages

I AM VERY FRUSTRATED THAT I HAVE THE SAME MAKE/MODEL THAT WAS INCLUDED IN THE 11/8/2006 RECALL BUT FORD AND NHTSA LIMITED THE VEHICLES TO ONLY CERTAIN STATES. DURING COLD WEATHER WATER IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CAR DOOR AND FREEZE THE LATCHES. THE CAR DOOR LATCH THEN FREEZES MAKING IT UNSAFE AND UND...

Nov 24, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR LATCH FAILED TO RETURN TO THE LATCH POSITION WHEN THE DOOR WAS CLOSED CAUSING THE DOOR TO OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DOOR LATCH NEEDED...

Nov 24, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR LATCH FAILED TO RETURN TO THE LATCH POSITION WHEN THE DOOR WAS CLOSED CAUSING THE DOOR TO OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DOOR LATCH NEEDED...

Nov 16, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 16, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 16, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 16, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 16, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 16, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WE LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN STARTED BACK UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THERE WERE CARS BEHIND ME. I WAS ABLE T...

Nov 13, 2014 Power Train 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 13, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 13, 2014 Electrical System 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 13, 2014 Power Train 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 13, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 13, 2014 Electrical System 98,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, V6, 3.0, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, LIMITED EDITION. I STARTED HEARING LOUD GRINDING AND KNOCKING NOISES FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WILL START, AND THE RPMS WILL INCREASE AND DECREASE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS THE REASON THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THESE VEHICLES ARE GOING BAD...

Nov 8, 2014 Structure 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Nov 8, 2014 Steering 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Nov 8, 2014 Suspension 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Nov 8, 2014 Structure 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Nov 8, 2014 Steering 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Nov 8, 2014 Suspension 116,265 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD - 116K MILES, VERY GOOD CONDITION, 2ND OWNER. ON 11/1, I REQUESTED MECHANIC TO DO A FULL INSPECTION ON THE CAR, NO KNOW ISSUES, BUT JUST TO CHECK IT OVER BEFORE WINTER. UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAI...

Oct 30, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 1 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY INFANT SON HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL AFTER CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY. IT WAS A LIGHT DRIZZLE FOLLOWING A PERIOD OF HEAVY RAIN. THE ROADS WERE WET BUT THERE WAS NO STANDING WATER. CARS WERE BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES, THE PEDAL WAS UP, BUT THER...

Oct 30, 2014 Air Bags Crash 1 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY INFANT SON HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL AFTER CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY. IT WAS A LIGHT DRIZZLE FOLLOWING A PERIOD OF HEAVY RAIN. THE ROADS WERE WET BUT THERE WAS NO STANDING WATER. CARS WERE BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES, THE PEDAL WAS UP, BUT THER...

Oct 30, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 1 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY INFANT SON HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL AFTER CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY. IT WAS A LIGHT DRIZZLE FOLLOWING A PERIOD OF HEAVY RAIN. THE ROADS WERE WET BUT THERE WAS NO STANDING WATER. CARS WERE BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES, THE PEDAL WAS UP, BUT THER...

Oct 30, 2014 Air Bags Crash 1 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY INFANT SON HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL AFTER CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY. IT WAS A LIGHT DRIZZLE FOLLOWING A PERIOD OF HEAVY RAIN. THE ROADS WERE WET BUT THERE WAS NO STANDING WATER. CARS WERE BRAKING IN FRONT OF ME TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES, THE PEDAL WAS UP, BUT THER...

Oct 11, 2014 Engine 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" . THIS MAKE MY CAR STOP. I ALMOST SLAM ANOTHER CAR. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS STUCK OPEN. TOOK IT TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY CHANGED THE THROTTLE BODY. W...

Oct 11, 2014 Power Train 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" . THIS MAKE MY CAR STOP. I ALMOST SLAM ANOTHER CAR. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS STUCK OPEN. TOOK IT TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY CHANGED THE THROTTLE BODY. W...

Oct 11, 2014 Engine 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" . THIS MAKE MY CAR STOP. I ALMOST SLAM ANOTHER CAR. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS STUCK OPEN. TOOK IT TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY CHANGED THE THROTTLE BODY. W...

Oct 11, 2014 Power Train 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" . THIS MAKE MY CAR STOP. I ALMOST SLAM ANOTHER CAR. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS STUCK OPEN. TOOK IT TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY CHANGED THE THROTTLE BODY. W...

Oct 7, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

IT FIRST STARTED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND MY WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON. MY VEHICLE WAS PUT INTO "SAFE MODE"WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP LOSING ALL POWER. I LOOKED UP MY VIN NUMBER AT FORD.COM AND IT SAID A RECALL IS IN ACTION BY THE COMPANY TO REMEDY A SAFETY OR...

Oct 7, 2014 Traction Control System

IT FIRST STARTED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND MY WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON. MY VEHICLE WAS PUT INTO "SAFE MODE"WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP LOSING ALL POWER. I LOOKED UP MY VIN NUMBER AT FORD.COM AND IT SAID A RECALL IS IN ACTION BY THE COMPANY TO REMEDY A SAFETY OR...

Oct 7, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

IT FIRST STARTED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND MY WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON. MY VEHICLE WAS PUT INTO "SAFE MODE"WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP LOSING ALL POWER. I LOOKED UP MY VIN NUMBER AT FORD.COM AND IT SAID A RECALL IS IN ACTION BY THE COMPANY TO REMEDY A SAFETY OR...

Oct 7, 2014 Traction Control System

IT FIRST STARTED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND MY WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON. MY VEHICLE WAS PUT INTO "SAFE MODE"WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP LOSING ALL POWER. I LOOKED UP MY VIN NUMBER AT FORD.COM AND IT SAID A RECALL IS IN ACTION BY THE COMPANY TO REMEDY A SAFETY OR...

Oct 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE BECAUSE THE LATCH HAD BECOME FROZEN DUE TO THE COLD WEATHER. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO HOLD THE DOOR CLOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE CONTA...

Oct 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE BECAUSE THE LATCH HAD BECOME FROZEN DUE TO THE COLD WEATHER. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO HOLD THE DOOR CLOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE CONTA...

Oct 2, 2014 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR LIFTGATE ABRUPTLY CLOSED WITH FORCE DUE TO THE SUPPORT STRUTS. THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT BOTH STRUTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND NEEDED TO BE...

Oct 2, 2014 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR LIFTGATE ABRUPTLY CLOSED WITH FORCE DUE TO THE SUPPORT STRUTS. THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT BOTH STRUTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND NEEDED TO BE...

Sep 30, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

VECHICLE WAS PARKED, NO ONE IN OR NEAR IT WHEN ALL BY ITSELF THE HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO TURN OFF AND ON RAPIDLY AT ABOUT HALF BRIGHT FOR ABOUT 30 TO 40 SECONDS I HAD THE CONTROL THAT UNLOCKS AND LOCKS THE DOORS IN MY POCKET. I DON'T HAVE A CAR STARTER FOR THIS CAR. I USED THE LOCK UNLOCK REMOTE ...

Sep 30, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

VECHICLE WAS PARKED, NO ONE IN OR NEAR IT WHEN ALL BY ITSELF THE HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO TURN OFF AND ON RAPIDLY AT ABOUT HALF BRIGHT FOR ABOUT 30 TO 40 SECONDS I HAD THE CONTROL THAT UNLOCKS AND LOCKS THE DOORS IN MY POCKET. I DON'T HAVE A CAR STARTER FOR THIS CAR. I USED THE LOCK UNLOCK REMOTE ...

Sep 25, 2014 Engine 117,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FOUR CHILDREN THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP ON THE HIGHWAY AFTER LOSING ALL POWER. I WAS VERY CLOSE TO BE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS...

Sep 25, 2014 Engine 117,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FOUR CHILDREN THE WRENCH LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON & MY CAR WAS PUT IN "SAFE MODE" WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP ON THE HIGHWAY AFTER LOSING ALL POWER. I WAS VERY CLOSE TO BE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND. HAD ENGINE LIGHT THAT CAME ON READ & WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BODY WAS...

Sep 6, 2014 Power Train 142,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN SITTING STILL WITH ENGINE RUNNING BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE AND IS WORSE WHEN AIR COND IS ON. LOUD NOISE I BELIEVE IS COMING FROM TRANSMISSION WHILE PARKED AND RUNNING AND SITTING STILL. SYSTEM WAS OVERCHARGING AND CAUSED MY BATTERY TO EXPLODE. CHECK LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ...

Sep 6, 2014 Electrical System 142,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN SITTING STILL WITH ENGINE RUNNING BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE AND IS WORSE WHEN AIR COND IS ON. LOUD NOISE I BELIEVE IS COMING FROM TRANSMISSION WHILE PARKED AND RUNNING AND SITTING STILL. SYSTEM WAS OVERCHARGING AND CAUSED MY BATTERY TO EXPLODE. CHECK LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ...

Sep 6, 2014 Power Train 142,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN SITTING STILL WITH ENGINE RUNNING BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE AND IS WORSE WHEN AIR COND IS ON. LOUD NOISE I BELIEVE IS COMING FROM TRANSMISSION WHILE PARKED AND RUNNING AND SITTING STILL. SYSTEM WAS OVERCHARGING AND CAUSED MY BATTERY TO EXPLODE. CHECK LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ...

Sep 6, 2014 Electrical System 142,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN SITTING STILL WITH ENGINE RUNNING BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE AND IS WORSE WHEN AIR COND IS ON. LOUD NOISE I BELIEVE IS COMING FROM TRANSMISSION WHILE PARKED AND RUNNING AND SITTING STILL. SYSTEM WAS OVERCHARGING AND CAUSED MY BATTERY TO EXPLODE. CHECK LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ...

Aug 29, 2014 Power Train 141,090 mi

CARS RUNS FINE WHEN COLD OR EARLY IN THE MORNING AFTER FEW MINUTES WRENCH LIGHT GETS ON AND TRANSMISSION START TO MAKE NOISE WHEN SHIFTED AND WON'T ACCELERATE WELL, RUNS BUT ENGINE STAY AT HIGH RPMS , IF I TURN IT OFF FOR FEW SECONDS WRENCH LIGHT COME OFF AND RUNS FINES BUT AFTER FEW MINUTES RUNNIN...

Aug 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 29,925 mi

THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS IN LAS VEGAS. I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE SPEED WENT DOWN AND I COULD CONTROL THE SPEED ("FAILED ENGINE SAFE MODE" APPEARED IN THE PANEL). I PARKED THE VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF AND RE-STARTED IT. THE PROBLEM DIDN'T HAPPEN AGAIN. ON MY WAY BACK,...

Aug 29, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 29,925 mi

THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS IN LAS VEGAS. I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE SPEED WENT DOWN AND I COULD CONTROL THE SPEED ("FAILED ENGINE SAFE MODE" APPEARED IN THE PANEL). I PARKED THE VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF AND RE-STARTED IT. THE PROBLEM DIDN'T HAPPEN AGAIN. ON MY WAY BACK,...

Aug 29, 2014 Power Train 141,090 mi

CARS RUNS FINE WHEN COLD OR EARLY IN THE MORNING AFTER FEW MINUTES WRENCH LIGHT GETS ON AND TRANSMISSION START TO MAKE NOISE WHEN SHIFTED AND WON'T ACCELERATE WELL, RUNS BUT ENGINE STAY AT HIGH RPMS , IF I TURN IT OFF FOR FEW SECONDS WRENCH LIGHT COME OFF AND RUNS FINES BUT AFTER FEW MINUTES RUNNIN...

Aug 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 29,925 mi

THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS IN LAS VEGAS. I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE SPEED WENT DOWN AND I COULD CONTROL THE SPEED ("FAILED ENGINE SAFE MODE" APPEARED IN THE PANEL). I PARKED THE VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF AND RE-STARTED IT. THE PROBLEM DIDN'T HAPPEN AGAIN. ON MY WAY BACK,...

Aug 29, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 29,925 mi

THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS IN LAS VEGAS. I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE SPEED WENT DOWN AND I COULD CONTROL THE SPEED ("FAILED ENGINE SAFE MODE" APPEARED IN THE PANEL). I PARKED THE VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF AND RE-STARTED IT. THE PROBLEM DIDN'T HAPPEN AGAIN. ON MY WAY BACK,...

Aug 26, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THREE MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSE THAT THE FUEL PUMP ...

Aug 26, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THREE MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSE THAT THE FUEL PUMP ...

Aug 14, 2014 Engine 104,000 mi

CAR WAS FINANCED AND PURCHASED USED FROM AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER IN 2007 @ APPROX. 64K MILES. PREVIOUS OWNER WAS REGISTERED AS FORD MOTOR CO., INDIANA. ON 12 JUN 2014, WITHOUT WARNING, THE CONTINUOUSLY-VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FIRST SHOWED SIGNS OF A PROBLEM: FAILING TO SHIFT OUT OF LOWER SPEED ...

Aug 14, 2014 Power Train 104,000 mi

CAR WAS FINANCED AND PURCHASED USED FROM AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER IN 2007 @ APPROX. 64K MILES. PREVIOUS OWNER WAS REGISTERED AS FORD MOTOR CO., INDIANA. ON 12 JUN 2014, WITHOUT WARNING, THE CONTINUOUSLY-VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FIRST SHOWED SIGNS OF A PROBLEM: FAILING TO SHIFT OUT OF LOWER SPEED ...

Aug 14, 2014 Engine 104,000 mi

CAR WAS FINANCED AND PURCHASED USED FROM AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER IN 2007 @ APPROX. 64K MILES. PREVIOUS OWNER WAS REGISTERED AS FORD MOTOR CO., INDIANA. ON 12 JUN 2014, WITHOUT WARNING, THE CONTINUOUSLY-VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FIRST SHOWED SIGNS OF A PROBLEM: FAILING TO SHIFT OUT OF LOWER SPEED ...

Aug 14, 2014 Power Train 104,000 mi

CAR WAS FINANCED AND PURCHASED USED FROM AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER IN 2007 @ APPROX. 64K MILES. PREVIOUS OWNER WAS REGISTERED AS FORD MOTOR CO., INDIANA. ON 12 JUN 2014, WITHOUT WARNING, THE CONTINUOUSLY-VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FIRST SHOWED SIGNS OF A PROBLEM: FAILING TO SHIFT OUT OF LOWER SPEED ...

Aug 6, 2014 Power Train 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FILTER REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BU...

Aug 6, 2014 Power Train 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FILTER REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BU...

Aug 6, 2014 Power Train 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FILTER REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BU...

Aug 6, 2014 Power Train 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FILTER REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BU...

Aug 4, 2014 Power Train 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE FAIL SAFE MODE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OVER 10 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR RE...

Aug 4, 2014 Power Train 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE FAIL SAFE MODE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OVER 10 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR RE...

Aug 2, 2014 Engine 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Aug 2, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Aug 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Aug 2, 2014 Engine 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Aug 2, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Aug 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,000 mi

THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND THE THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE FORD DEALER BUT THEY ONLY CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN IT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE LAST EVENT WAS IN AUGUST 1 WHEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME UP AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST THE POWER ...

Jul 23, 2014 Engine 104,902 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A THREE TO FOUR SECOND LAG. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,902.

Jul 23, 2014 Engine 104,902 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A THREE TO FOUR SECOND LAG. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,902.

Jul 22, 2014 Power Train 91,000 mi

CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR CAME UP WRENCH LIGHT LIT UP WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS. *TR

Jul 22, 2014 Power Train 91,000 mi

CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR CAME UP WRENCH LIGHT LIT UP WOULD NOT SHIFT GEARS. *TR

Jul 21, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN TO DRIVE OR REVERSE .CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM COMES ON AND OFF AS IT PLEASE. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKED OUT 4 DIFFERENT TIMES BUT NO PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FOUND. THE NEXT ISSUE IS NOW IT IS DISPLAYING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND SAYS ENGINE SAFE MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ...

Jul 21, 2014 Power Train

RIDING DOWN ROAD AND CAR STARTED LUNGING AND TRYING TO GO ON ITS OWN. THEN TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. CAR WOULD THEN ONLY GO 40MPH BUT IT WOULD REV UP AND TAC AT 5 OR MORE. TOOK IT TO AMERICUS SUNBELT FORD, THEY SAID IT NEEDED TRANSAXLE FLUID AND PUT SOME IN. LIGHT WENT OFF AND IT WORKED. VERY DANGERO...

Jul 21, 2014 Steering

RIDING DOWN ROAD AND CAR STARTED LUNGING AND TRYING TO GO ON ITS OWN. THEN TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. CAR WOULD THEN ONLY GO 40MPH BUT IT WOULD REV UP AND TAC AT 5 OR MORE. TOOK IT TO AMERICUS SUNBELT FORD, THEY SAID IT NEEDED TRANSAXLE FLUID AND PUT SOME IN. LIGHT WENT OFF AND IT WORKED. VERY DANGERO...

Jul 21, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN TO DRIVE OR REVERSE .CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM COMES ON AND OFF AS IT PLEASE. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKED OUT 4 DIFFERENT TIMES BUT NO PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FOUND. THE NEXT ISSUE IS NOW IT IS DISPLAYING THE WRENCH LIGHT AND SAYS ENGINE SAFE MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ...

Jul 21, 2014 Power Train

RIDING DOWN ROAD AND CAR STARTED LUNGING AND TRYING TO GO ON ITS OWN. THEN TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. CAR WOULD THEN ONLY GO 40MPH BUT IT WOULD REV UP AND TAC AT 5 OR MORE. TOOK IT TO AMERICUS SUNBELT FORD, THEY SAID IT NEEDED TRANSAXLE FLUID AND PUT SOME IN. LIGHT WENT OFF AND IT WORKED. VERY DANGERO...

Jul 21, 2014 Steering

RIDING DOWN ROAD AND CAR STARTED LUNGING AND TRYING TO GO ON ITS OWN. THEN TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. CAR WOULD THEN ONLY GO 40MPH BUT IT WOULD REV UP AND TAC AT 5 OR MORE. TOOK IT TO AMERICUS SUNBELT FORD, THEY SAID IT NEEDED TRANSAXLE FLUID AND PUT SOME IN. LIGHT WENT OFF AND IT WORKED. VERY DANGERO...

Jul 20, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 129,500 mi

VEHICLE IDLING, VEHICLE PUT INTO REVERSE AND INSTANTLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, DEPRESSED BRAKE AND VEHICLE NET INTO A SAFE FAIL MODE. ENGINE LIGHT AND A WRENCH DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON SYSTEMS CAME UP FINE. PUT VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD...

Jul 20, 2014 Power Train 129,500 mi

VEHICLE IDLING, VEHICLE PUT INTO REVERSE AND INSTANTLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, DEPRESSED BRAKE AND VEHICLE NET INTO A SAFE FAIL MODE. ENGINE LIGHT AND A WRENCH DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON SYSTEMS CAME UP FINE. PUT VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD...

Jul 20, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 129,500 mi

VEHICLE IDLING, VEHICLE PUT INTO REVERSE AND INSTANTLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, DEPRESSED BRAKE AND VEHICLE NET INTO A SAFE FAIL MODE. ENGINE LIGHT AND A WRENCH DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON SYSTEMS CAME UP FINE. PUT VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD...

Jul 20, 2014 Power Train 129,500 mi

VEHICLE IDLING, VEHICLE PUT INTO REVERSE AND INSTANTLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, DEPRESSED BRAKE AND VEHICLE NET INTO A SAFE FAIL MODE. ENGINE LIGHT AND A WRENCH DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON SYSTEMS CAME UP FINE. PUT VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD...

Jul 16, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

* ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. - DURING HIGH EXTERIOR TEMPERATURES WHEN VEHICLE AC IS ON, VEHICLE DRASTICALLY LUNGES FORWARD IF IN DRIVE - OR BACKWARDS IF IN REVERSE. RESEARCH ONLINE STATES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMON...

Jul 16, 2014 Service Brakes 68,000 mi

* ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. - DURING HIGH EXTERIOR TEMPERATURES WHEN VEHICLE AC IS ON, VEHICLE DRASTICALLY LUNGES FORWARD IF IN DRIVE - OR BACKWARDS IF IN REVERSE. RESEARCH ONLINE STATES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMON...

Jul 16, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

* ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. - DURING HIGH EXTERIOR TEMPERATURES WHEN VEHICLE AC IS ON, VEHICLE DRASTICALLY LUNGES FORWARD IF IN DRIVE - OR BACKWARDS IF IN REVERSE. RESEARCH ONLINE STATES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMON...

Jul 16, 2014 Service Brakes 68,000 mi

* ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. - DURING HIGH EXTERIOR TEMPERATURES WHEN VEHICLE AC IS ON, VEHICLE DRASTICALLY LUNGES FORWARD IF IN DRIVE - OR BACKWARDS IF IN REVERSE. RESEARCH ONLINE STATES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMON...

Jul 14, 2014 Engine 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Structure 90,000 mi

PURCHASED USED-WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT-APPEARS TO BE SOME TYPE OF ELECTRONIC PROBLEM-EVEN WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH SHUT. *TR

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED USED-WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT-APPEARS TO BE SOME TYPE OF ELECTRONIC PROBLEM-EVEN WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH SHUT. *TR

Jul 14, 2014 Engine 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ROUGHLY 65-70 MPH AND THE FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE CAME ON, WHICH DISABLED MY GAS PEDAL. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, AND HAD TO "COAST" WITH MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON SO I COULD TURN THE CAR OFF WHILE IN PARK ON THE SHOULDER. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND IT WENT...

Jul 14, 2014 Structure 90,000 mi

PURCHASED USED-WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT-APPEARS TO BE SOME TYPE OF ELECTRONIC PROBLEM-EVEN WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH SHUT. *TR

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED USED-WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT-APPEARS TO BE SOME TYPE OF ELECTRONIC PROBLEM-EVEN WHEN CAR IS WARMED UP THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH SHUT. *TR

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS ONLY WHILE THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. HAVE COME CLOSE TO HITTING A PEDESTRIAN WHILE PARKING, BUT NO SERIOUS INJURIES TO REPORT. UPDATED 3/17/2015 *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS ONLY WHILE THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. HAVE COME CLOSE TO HITTING A PEDESTRIAN WHILE PARKING, BUT NO SERIOUS INJURIES TO REPORT. UPDATED 3/17/2015 *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS ONLY WHILE THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. HAVE COME CLOSE TO HITTING A PEDESTRIAN WHILE PARKING, BUT NO SERIOUS INJURIES TO REPORT. UPDATED 3/17/2015 *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN PARKING OR REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS ONLY WHILE THE A/C IS RUNNING ON ANY FAN LEVEL. HAVE COME CLOSE TO HITTING A PEDESTRIAN WHILE PARKING, BUT NO SERIOUS INJURIES TO REPORT. UPDATED 3/17/2015 *JS

Jun 25, 2014 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A STOP. VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD AND STALLS. *TR

Jun 25, 2014 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A STOP. VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD AND STALLS. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONTINUOUSLY MISSING OUT AND OR LUNGES. IF IT'S HOT OUT & AIR IS ON CAR WILL DRASTICALLY LUNGE FORWARD OR REVERSE. IF IT'S RAINING OUT CAR MISSES OUT WHILE JUST DRIVING NORMALLY & ACTS AS IF IT'S GOING TO STALL OUT WHEN GOING FORWARD FROM A STOP LIGHT OR SIMILAR SITUATIONS. THER...

Jun 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONTINUOUSLY MISSING OUT AND OR LUNGES. IF IT'S HOT OUT & AIR IS ON CAR WILL DRASTICALLY LUNGE FORWARD OR REVERSE. IF IT'S RAINING OUT CAR MISSES OUT WHILE JUST DRIVING NORMALLY & ACTS AS IF IT'S GOING TO STALL OUT WHEN GOING FORWARD FROM A STOP LIGHT OR SIMILAR SITUATIONS. THER...

Jun 21, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, MY ?05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED THE AIR & RADIO TURN OFF, ALONG WITH ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH, ALL GAUGES BOTTOM OUT & THE TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. THIS LASTS FOR ABOUT 30-45 REPEATEDLY, IN QUICK SUCCESSION. YOU CANNOT SIGNAL A TURN OR KNOW SPEED WHEN THIS OCCURS WHICH IS A ...

Jun 21, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, MY ?05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED THE AIR & RADIO TURN OFF, ALONG WITH ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH, ALL GAUGES BOTTOM OUT & THE TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. THIS LASTS FOR ABOUT 30-45 REPEATEDLY, IN QUICK SUCCESSION. YOU CANNOT SIGNAL A TURN OR KNOW SPEED WHEN THIS OCCURS WHICH IS A ...

Jun 9, 2014 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEEL WELL ON THE VEHICLE WAS CORRODED AND CONTAINED HOLES. AS A RESULT OF THE HOLES, FUMES SEEPED INTO THE VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO BECOME ILL. THE HOLES ALSO CAUSED THE SEAT BELT TO BECOME WET WHEN IT RAINED AND CO...

Jun 9, 2014 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEEL WELL ON THE VEHICLE WAS CORRODED AND CONTAINED HOLES. AS A RESULT OF THE HOLES, FUMES SEEPED INTO THE VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO BECOME ILL. THE HOLES ALSO CAUSED THE SEAT BELT TO BECOME WET WHEN IT RAINED AND CO...

Jun 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THIS VEHICLE IS LUNGING. UNEXPECTED MOVING WHEN FOOT NOT ON ACCELERATOR. THIS HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED. I HAVE TWO KIDS UNDER THE AGE OF 2 AND I WOULD LIKE FOR YOU TO RECALL THIS VEHICLE AND REPAIR IT IMMEDIATELY. I DON'T DEEM IT SAFE TO DRIVE. I SEE WHERE THIS HAS BEEN INV...

Jun 8, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THIS VEHICLE IS LUNGING. UNEXPECTED MOVING WHEN FOOT NOT ON ACCELERATOR. THIS HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED. I HAVE TWO KIDS UNDER THE AGE OF 2 AND I WOULD LIKE FOR YOU TO RECALL THIS VEHICLE AND REPAIR IT IMMEDIATELY. I DON'T DEEM IT SAFE TO DRIVE. I SEE WHERE THIS HAS BEEN INV...

Jun 6, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 140,243 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ...

Jun 6, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 140,243 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ...

Jun 1, 2014 Engine 83,000 mi

THE VERY FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE AND IT JUST LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. IT HAPPEN MULTIPLE TIMES THAT DAY TO THE POINT I STARTED TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WHEN I CAME TO A STOPLIGHT TO KEEP IT FROM POSSIBLY HITTING ANOTHER V...

Jun 1, 2014 Power Train 83,000 mi

THE VERY FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE AND IT JUST LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. IT HAPPEN MULTIPLE TIMES THAT DAY TO THE POINT I STARTED TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WHEN I CAME TO A STOPLIGHT TO KEEP IT FROM POSSIBLY HITTING ANOTHER V...

Jun 1, 2014 Engine 83,000 mi

THE VERY FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE AND IT JUST LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. IT HAPPEN MULTIPLE TIMES THAT DAY TO THE POINT I STARTED TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WHEN I CAME TO A STOPLIGHT TO KEEP IT FROM POSSIBLY HITTING ANOTHER V...

Jun 1, 2014 Power Train 83,000 mi

THE VERY FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE AND IT JUST LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. IT HAPPEN MULTIPLE TIMES THAT DAY TO THE POINT I STARTED TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL WHEN I CAME TO A STOPLIGHT TO KEEP IT FROM POSSIBLY HITTING ANOTHER V...

May 30, 2014 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHEN PUTTING CAR IN DRIVE ON WARM DAYS WITH THE AIR ON THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I AM USED TO THIS BUT MY WIFE GOT IN THE CAR YESTERDAY 5-29-2014 AND ALMOST HIT A CAR IN THE PARKING LOT. VERY DANGEROUS !!! READ THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS CAR. *TR

May 30, 2014 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHEN PUTTING CAR IN DRIVE ON WARM DAYS WITH THE AIR ON THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I AM USED TO THIS BUT MY WIFE GOT IN THE CAR YESTERDAY 5-29-2014 AND ALMOST HIT A CAR IN THE PARKING LOT. VERY DANGEROUS !!! READ THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS CAR. *TR

May 29, 2014 Engine 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 29, 2014 Power Train 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 29, 2014 Electrical System 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 29, 2014 Engine 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 29, 2014 Power Train 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 29, 2014 Electrical System 145,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE LOOSES COMPLETE POWER WHILE DRIVING. RUNS SLUGGISH AND HESITATES.. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR POSSIBLE RECALL (THROTTLE BODY) DEALER SAYS NOT THE ISSUE NEED TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AND TRANSMISSION, ETC.. CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR ASSISTANCE TO SEE IF THIS WAS A ...

May 28, 2014 Power Train 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 28, 2014 Engine 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 28, 2014 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 28, 2014 Power Train 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 28, 2014 Engine 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 28, 2014 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A SIGN WHEN THE BRAKES WORE OUT AT LESS THAN A YEAR AND LESS THAN 9,000. THE CAR WOULD IDLE HIGH AND JUMP BEFORE STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR WOULD GET A JUMP START BEFORE I WANTED IT TO MOVE. A NOISE COULD BE HEARD WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. HOWEVER, IT DID CHANGE NOISES AS I...

May 26, 2014 Power Train

WE OWN A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THE TRANSMISSION HAS NEVER BEEN QUITE RIGHT, IT FAILED OVER THE WEEKEND AND THE FORD TECH SAYS TRANSMISSIONS ARE DEFECTIVE BUT THEIR RECOMMENDATION IS TO REPLACE IT AT A COST OF 6600 WITH THE SAME TYPE OF DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE DONE MY RESEARCH AND HAVE SPOKEN TO...

May 26, 2014 Power Train

WE OWN A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THE TRANSMISSION HAS NEVER BEEN QUITE RIGHT, IT FAILED OVER THE WEEKEND AND THE FORD TECH SAYS TRANSMISSIONS ARE DEFECTIVE BUT THEIR RECOMMENDATION IS TO REPLACE IT AT A COST OF 6600 WITH THE SAME TYPE OF DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE DONE MY RESEARCH AND HAVE SPOKEN TO...

May 25, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

I AM WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT 2 ISSUES THAT I HAVE EXPERIENCED WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE VIN # [XXX]...I HAVE READ ONLINE BY A LOT OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE THROTTLE BODY...MY CAR TRIES TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN AT TIMES EVEN WHEN I AM ON THE BRAKE...ALSO THE AC PROBLEM I HAVE THAT I HAVE RE...

May 25, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

I AM WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT 2 ISSUES THAT I HAVE EXPERIENCED WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE VIN # [XXX]...I HAVE READ ONLINE BY A LOT OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE THROTTLE BODY...MY CAR TRIES TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN AT TIMES EVEN WHEN I AM ON THE BRAKE...ALSO THE AC PROBLEM I HAVE THAT I HAVE RE...

May 21, 2014 Electrical System 112,980 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAME ON W/O TURNING THEM ON AND THE SWITCH WAS IN THE OFF POSITION. ALSO, NO DOORS WERE AJAR AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AT THE SAME TIME THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED ON AND OFF THREE SEPARATE TIMES WITHIN ONE MINUTE. THIS OCCURRED ON 05/14/2014, 05/17/2014 AND 05/20/2014. ALL INC...

May 21, 2014 Exterior Lighting 112,980 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAME ON W/O TURNING THEM ON AND THE SWITCH WAS IN THE OFF POSITION. ALSO, NO DOORS WERE AJAR AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AT THE SAME TIME THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED ON AND OFF THREE SEPARATE TIMES WITHIN ONE MINUTE. THIS OCCURRED ON 05/14/2014, 05/17/2014 AND 05/20/2014. ALL INC...

May 21, 2014 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WE NOTICED THAT WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN RELATED TO A DOOR SWITCH BUT AFTER SOME TROUBLE SHOOTING, I FOUND THAT IT WAS RELATED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. I FOUND THAT WHILE DRIVING I COULD WIGGLE THE ...

May 21, 2014 Exterior Lighting 113,000 mi

WE NOTICED THAT WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN RELATED TO A DOOR SWITCH BUT AFTER SOME TROUBLE SHOOTING, I FOUND THAT IT WAS RELATED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. I FOUND THAT WHILE DRIVING I COULD WIGGLE THE ...

May 21, 2014 Electrical System 112,980 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAME ON W/O TURNING THEM ON AND THE SWITCH WAS IN THE OFF POSITION. ALSO, NO DOORS WERE AJAR AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AT THE SAME TIME THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED ON AND OFF THREE SEPARATE TIMES WITHIN ONE MINUTE. THIS OCCURRED ON 05/14/2014, 05/17/2014 AND 05/20/2014. ALL INC...

May 21, 2014 Exterior Lighting 112,980 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAME ON W/O TURNING THEM ON AND THE SWITCH WAS IN THE OFF POSITION. ALSO, NO DOORS WERE AJAR AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AT THE SAME TIME THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED ON AND OFF THREE SEPARATE TIMES WITHIN ONE MINUTE. THIS OCCURRED ON 05/14/2014, 05/17/2014 AND 05/20/2014. ALL INC...

May 21, 2014 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WE NOTICED THAT WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN RELATED TO A DOOR SWITCH BUT AFTER SOME TROUBLE SHOOTING, I FOUND THAT IT WAS RELATED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. I FOUND THAT WHILE DRIVING I COULD WIGGLE THE ...

May 21, 2014 Exterior Lighting 113,000 mi

WE NOTICED THAT WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN RELATED TO A DOOR SWITCH BUT AFTER SOME TROUBLE SHOOTING, I FOUND THAT IT WAS RELATED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. I FOUND THAT WHILE DRIVING I COULD WIGGLE THE ...

May 7, 2014 Suspension 112,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ON A SIDE STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. I HEARD A LOUD CLUNK FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR.. I STOPPED THE CAR AND GOT OUT TO CHECK THE CAUSE. THE RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS NO LONGER CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE STRUCTURE. THE ATTACHMENT BOLT AND BUSHING IS CONNECTED TO THE CONTROL...

May 7, 2014 Suspension 112,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ON A SIDE STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. I HEARD A LOUD CLUNK FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR.. I STOPPED THE CAR AND GOT OUT TO CHECK THE CAUSE. THE RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS NO LONGER CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE STRUCTURE. THE ATTACHMENT BOLT AND BUSHING IS CONNECTED TO THE CONTROL...

Apr 29, 2014 Steering 79,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME VERY HARD TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE STEERING U-JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE...

Apr 29, 2014 Steering 79,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME VERY HARD TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE STEERING U-JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE...

Apr 24, 2014 Power Train 117,000 mi

LAST WEEKEND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVING FINE WITH NO INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM. WE WERE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN WE SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CLUNKING NOISE WE HEARD THE SOUND OF METAL CLANGING AROU...

Apr 24, 2014 Power Train 117,000 mi

LAST WEEKEND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVING FINE WITH NO INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM. WE WERE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN WE SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CLUNKING NOISE WE HEARD THE SOUND OF METAL CLANGING AROU...

Apr 23, 2014 Power Train 107,000 mi

ON 04/10/2014 AT 10:50AM. I WAS DRIVING ON ROUTE 22 WEST BOUND. I WAS GOING 65 MPH WHEN THE TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL THE WRENCH LIGHT THAT IS TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME FLASHING ACROSS DASHBOARD "CHECK TRANSMISSION". THE CAR WENT FROM 65MPH TO 25MPH AND I ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A TRACTOR TRAILER TH...

Apr 23, 2014 Power Train 107,000 mi

ON 04/10/2014 AT 10:50AM. I WAS DRIVING ON ROUTE 22 WEST BOUND. I WAS GOING 65 MPH WHEN THE TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL THE WRENCH LIGHT THAT IS TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME FLASHING ACROSS DASHBOARD "CHECK TRANSMISSION". THE CAR WENT FROM 65MPH TO 25MPH AND I ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A TRACTOR TRAILER TH...

Mar 29, 2014 Power Train 142,400 mi

ON MONDAY, MARCH 17TH, 2014, AFTER $3685 IN REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE, AS WELL AS SOME RECALL WORK, AND A LOAN FOR $5321 FOR MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD (WHICH WAS JUST PURCHASED IN OCTOBER 2013 AND HAS ONLY BEEN DRIVEN ABOUT A MONTH TOTAL DUE TO NUMEROUS ISSUES), I ENCOUNTERED A PROBLEM WITH M...

Mar 29, 2014 Power Train 142,400 mi

ON MONDAY, MARCH 17TH, 2014, AFTER $3685 IN REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE, AS WELL AS SOME RECALL WORK, AND A LOAN FOR $5321 FOR MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD (WHICH WAS JUST PURCHASED IN OCTOBER 2013 AND HAS ONLY BEEN DRIVEN ABOUT A MONTH TOTAL DUE TO NUMEROUS ISSUES), I ENCOUNTERED A PROBLEM WITH M...

Mar 26, 2014 Power Train 106,439 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND ADVISED THE DEALER DURING A TEST DRIVE THERE WAS A NOISE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOOSE BELT AND STATED TO SCHEDULE A SERVICE APPOINTMENT. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE VEHICLE...

Mar 26, 2014 Power Train 106,439 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014 AND ADVISED THE DEALER DURING A TEST DRIVE THERE WAS A NOISE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOOSE BELT AND STATED TO SCHEDULE A SERVICE APPOINTMENT. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE VEHICLE...

Mar 23, 2014 Power Train 90,000 mi

WELL IT IDLES LOUD. AND IS SLOW TO GO WHEN THEIR IS NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION. THEIR IS A LOT OF COMPLAINTS FROM PEOPLE ON THIS CAR AND EVERYONE IS TRYING TO GET A GOVT RECALL ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL. ALSO THE CAR FIX SHOP SAYS IT COULD BE THE THROTTLE BODY OR TRANSMISSION FILTER. RESEARCHING E...

Mar 23, 2014 Power Train 90,000 mi

WELL IT IDLES LOUD. AND IS SLOW TO GO WHEN THEIR IS NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION. THEIR IS A LOT OF COMPLAINTS FROM PEOPLE ON THIS CAR AND EVERYONE IS TRYING TO GET A GOVT RECALL ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL. ALSO THE CAR FIX SHOP SAYS IT COULD BE THE THROTTLE BODY OR TRANSMISSION FILTER. RESEARCHING E...

Mar 12, 2014 Steering 129,650 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE CAR THE STEERING WOULD CATCH AND IT PULLED ME TOWARD THE DITCH LINE AND ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. *TR

Mar 12, 2014 Steering 129,650 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE CAR THE STEERING WOULD CATCH AND IT PULLED ME TOWARD THE DITCH LINE AND ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. *TR

Mar 10, 2014 Electrical System 127,000 mi

THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DARK WHILE DRVING AT NIGHT, HEADLIGHTS INCLUDED. THE GAUGES ALL DROPPED TO ZERO, THEN WENT BACK UP, BACK TO ZERO. THIS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES WITHIN A MINUTE. THEN ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE PANEL LIT UP INCLUDING AIRBAG , ABS, EVERYTHING. VERY SCARY TO HAVE THIS HAPPEN ...

Mar 10, 2014 Electrical System 127,000 mi

THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DARK WHILE DRVING AT NIGHT, HEADLIGHTS INCLUDED. THE GAUGES ALL DROPPED TO ZERO, THEN WENT BACK UP, BACK TO ZERO. THIS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES WITHIN A MINUTE. THEN ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE PANEL LIT UP INCLUDING AIRBAG , ABS, EVERYTHING. VERY SCARY TO HAVE THIS HAPPEN ...

Mar 4, 2014 Steering 125,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOSS OF STEERING DUE TO CORROSION TO THE STEERING SHAFT. *TR

Mar 4, 2014 Steering 125,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOSS OF STEERING DUE TO CORROSION TO THE STEERING SHAFT. *TR

Feb 26, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 55,000 mi

I WAS SENT THE RECALL FOR DOOR LATCHES FREEZING AND DOORS NOT CLOSING SECURELY AND/OR DOORS OPENING. I HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE AT FORD DEALER. THE FOLLOWING WINTER WAS MILD AND DOORS WERE NOT WET IN BELOW FREEZING DAYS/NIGHTS ETC THE FOLLOWING YEARS DOORS STILL CONTINUED TO OPEN AND NOT LATCH SHUT ...

Feb 26, 2014 Structure 55,000 mi

I WAS SENT THE RECALL FOR DOOR LATCHES FREEZING AND DOORS NOT CLOSING SECURELY AND/OR DOORS OPENING. I HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE AT FORD DEALER. THE FOLLOWING WINTER WAS MILD AND DOORS WERE NOT WET IN BELOW FREEZING DAYS/NIGHTS ETC THE FOLLOWING YEARS DOORS STILL CONTINUED TO OPEN AND NOT LATCH SHUT ...

Feb 26, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 55,000 mi

I WAS SENT THE RECALL FOR DOOR LATCHES FREEZING AND DOORS NOT CLOSING SECURELY AND/OR DOORS OPENING. I HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE AT FORD DEALER. THE FOLLOWING WINTER WAS MILD AND DOORS WERE NOT WET IN BELOW FREEZING DAYS/NIGHTS ETC THE FOLLOWING YEARS DOORS STILL CONTINUED TO OPEN AND NOT LATCH SHUT ...

Feb 26, 2014 Structure 55,000 mi

I WAS SENT THE RECALL FOR DOOR LATCHES FREEZING AND DOORS NOT CLOSING SECURELY AND/OR DOORS OPENING. I HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE AT FORD DEALER. THE FOLLOWING WINTER WAS MILD AND DOORS WERE NOT WET IN BELOW FREEZING DAYS/NIGHTS ETC THE FOLLOWING YEARS DOORS STILL CONTINUED TO OPEN AND NOT LATCH SHUT ...

Feb 19, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 19, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 19, 2014 Power Train 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 19, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 19, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 19, 2014 Power Train 86,000 mi

IN DRIVE AT 40 MPH TO 55 MPH THE CAR ALMOST STALLS AND GOES I TO FAIL SAFE MODE. IN FAIL SAFE MODE THE CAR RUNS AT 15 MPH. THE DEALER SAYS THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 18, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH CAUSING IT TO OPEN FREELY WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE...

Feb 18, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH CAUSING IT TO OPEN FREELY WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE...

Feb 7, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE OF THE DOORS OPENED INDEPENDENTLY WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL BUT DID NOT PREVENT TH...

Feb 7, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE OF THE DOORS OPENED INDEPENDENTLY WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL BUT DID NOT PREVENT TH...

Feb 6, 2014 Power Train 118,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE, BOUGHT IN SUMMER 2013 AS WAS NEVER MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSIONS. SOMETIMES IT WOULD WORK JUST FINE AND OTHER TIMES IT SEEMED LIKE IT WAS STRAINING TO KEEP UP THE SPEED IT WAS SET AT. IN NOVEMBER STARTED TO HEAD TO WORK AND THE TRANSMISSION ...

Feb 6, 2014 Power Train 118,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE, BOUGHT IN SUMMER 2013 AS WAS NEVER MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSIONS. SOMETIMES IT WOULD WORK JUST FINE AND OTHER TIMES IT SEEMED LIKE IT WAS STRAINING TO KEEP UP THE SPEED IT WAS SET AT. IN NOVEMBER STARTED TO HEAD TO WORK AND THE TRANSMISSION ...

Feb 1, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ONE NIGHT THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON THE DASH AND THE CAR STARTED TO MAKE A LOUD WHINING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AREA. SHE PULLED INTO A SHOPPING PLAZA AND SHUT THE CAR OFF AND CALLED ME ON THE CELL, WE TRIED TO START IT UP BUT THE WHINING NOISE KEPT GOING AND TH...

Feb 1, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ONE NIGHT THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON THE DASH AND THE CAR STARTED TO MAKE A LOUD WHINING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AREA. SHE PULLED INTO A SHOPPING PLAZA AND SHUT THE CAR OFF AND CALLED ME ON THE CELL, WE TRIED TO START IT UP BUT THE WHINING NOISE KEPT GOING AND TH...

Jan 29, 2014 Power Train 161,693 mi

I TOOK MY CAR TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE A TAPPING NOISE IN THE ENGINE AND WAS TOLD I NEEDED A TRANSMISSION. USED $2,000 TO $3,000 AND NEW $6,500. HE TOLD ME THAT THE CAR COULD GO 50 MILES OR 50,000 MILES BEFORE IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING BUT IT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF IT HAPPENED I...

Jan 29, 2014 Power Train 161,693 mi

I TOOK MY CAR TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE A TAPPING NOISE IN THE ENGINE AND WAS TOLD I NEEDED A TRANSMISSION. USED $2,000 TO $3,000 AND NEW $6,500. HE TOLD ME THAT THE CAR COULD GO 50 MILES OR 50,000 MILES BEFORE IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING BUT IT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF IT HAPPENED I...

Jan 27, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

CAR LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. THIRD ROW DRIVER SIDE CUP HOLDERS STAY FULL OF WATER, I PULLED PLUG BELOW SPARE TIRE TO KEEP WATER FROM FILLING UP AND RUSTING THE TIRE. MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THIS CAR LEAKING. NOW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS DAMAGED, THE REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON, AND THE TAILLIGHTS SOMETI...

Jan 27, 2014 Structure 120,000 mi

CAR LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. THIRD ROW DRIVER SIDE CUP HOLDERS STAY FULL OF WATER, I PULLED PLUG BELOW SPARE TIRE TO KEEP WATER FROM FILLING UP AND RUSTING THE TIRE. MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THIS CAR LEAKING. NOW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS DAMAGED, THE REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON, AND THE TAILLIGHTS SOMETI...

Jan 27, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

CAR LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. THIRD ROW DRIVER SIDE CUP HOLDERS STAY FULL OF WATER, I PULLED PLUG BELOW SPARE TIRE TO KEEP WATER FROM FILLING UP AND RUSTING THE TIRE. MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THIS CAR LEAKING. NOW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS DAMAGED, THE REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON, AND THE TAILLIGHTS SOMETI...

Jan 27, 2014 Structure 120,000 mi

CAR LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. THIRD ROW DRIVER SIDE CUP HOLDERS STAY FULL OF WATER, I PULLED PLUG BELOW SPARE TIRE TO KEEP WATER FROM FILLING UP AND RUSTING THE TIRE. MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THIS CAR LEAKING. NOW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS DAMAGED, THE REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON, AND THE TAILLIGHTS SOMETI...

Jan 23, 2014 Engine 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 23, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 23, 2014 Engine 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 23, 2014 Power Train 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 170,000 mi

ME AND MY WIFE CARPOOL ON THIRD SHIFT TO OUR JOBS. UPON BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND AN ERROR READING" FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE". I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO WORK, HOWEVER I COULDN'T GO FAST AT ALL NO MORE THAN MAYBE 40. I'M SEEING ONLINE MANY WITH THIS YEAR AND MOD...

Jan 19, 2014 Power Train 92,200 mi

CVT FAILURE. CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 45 MPH AND BEGAN JERKING. WOULD SIT AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS SOMETIMES FOR 3 TURNS BEFORE CAR WOULD MOVE. BARELY MADE IT HOME. *TR

Jan 19, 2014 Power Train 92,200 mi

CVT FAILURE. CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 45 MPH AND BEGAN JERKING. WOULD SIT AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS SOMETIMES FOR 3 TURNS BEFORE CAR WOULD MOVE. BARELY MADE IT HOME. *TR

Jan 4, 2014 Service Brakes 80,914 mi

TWICE IN SNOW STORMS WHILE CREEPING ALONG AT <5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES (GENTLY PUMPING) TO NEGOTIATE A HILL THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH AND SEEMED NON FUNCTIONAL. I BELIEVE THIS IS REPEATABLE AND IS SOMEHOW RELATED TO LOW SPEED ON A DOWN GRADE WHILE PUMPING THE BRAKES. I COU...

Jan 4, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 80,914 mi

TWICE IN SNOW STORMS WHILE CREEPING ALONG AT <5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES (GENTLY PUMPING) TO NEGOTIATE A HILL THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH AND SEEMED NON FUNCTIONAL. I BELIEVE THIS IS REPEATABLE AND IS SOMEHOW RELATED TO LOW SPEED ON A DOWN GRADE WHILE PUMPING THE BRAKES. I COU...

Jan 4, 2014 Service Brakes 80,914 mi

TWICE IN SNOW STORMS WHILE CREEPING ALONG AT <5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES (GENTLY PUMPING) TO NEGOTIATE A HILL THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH AND SEEMED NON FUNCTIONAL. I BELIEVE THIS IS REPEATABLE AND IS SOMEHOW RELATED TO LOW SPEED ON A DOWN GRADE WHILE PUMPING THE BRAKES. I COU...

Jan 4, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 80,914 mi

TWICE IN SNOW STORMS WHILE CREEPING ALONG AT <5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES (GENTLY PUMPING) TO NEGOTIATE A HILL THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH AND SEEMED NON FUNCTIONAL. I BELIEVE THIS IS REPEATABLE AND IS SOMEHOW RELATED TO LOW SPEED ON A DOWN GRADE WHILE PUMPING THE BRAKES. I COU...

Jan 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 107,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR FAILED TO LATCH WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOOR INDEPENDENTLY OPENING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACT...

Jan 3, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 107,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR FAILED TO LATCH WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOOR INDEPENDENTLY OPENING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACT...

Jan 2, 2014 Power Train 87,500 mi

CVT FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 87,500 MILES WHILE MY NEPHEW WAS DRIVING THE CAR. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS HURT AND HE WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A CONTROLLED STOP. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO OPERATE FOR ANOTHER 5 MILES OF DRIVING BEFORE IT WOULD NO LONGER SHIFT INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. *TR

Jan 2, 2014 Power Train 87,500 mi

CVT FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 87,500 MILES WHILE MY NEPHEW WAS DRIVING THE CAR. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS HURT AND HE WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A CONTROLLED STOP. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO OPERATE FOR ANOTHER 5 MILES OF DRIVING BEFORE IT WOULD NO LONGER SHIFT INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. *TR

Dec 29, 2013 Seat Belts 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AND CAN'T AFFORD TO REPAIR BECAUSE OF RIDICULOUS COST. SEAT BELT IN MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK AND MY CHILDREN CAN'T SIT IN THAT SEAT BECAUSE IT IS STUCK. VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD BUY. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN MY FAMILY VEHICLE! *TR

Dec 29, 2013 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AND CAN'T AFFORD TO REPAIR BECAUSE OF RIDICULOUS COST. SEAT BELT IN MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK AND MY CHILDREN CAN'T SIT IN THAT SEAT BECAUSE IT IS STUCK. VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD BUY. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN MY FAMILY VEHICLE! *TR

Dec 29, 2013 Seat Belts 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AND CAN'T AFFORD TO REPAIR BECAUSE OF RIDICULOUS COST. SEAT BELT IN MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK AND MY CHILDREN CAN'T SIT IN THAT SEAT BECAUSE IT IS STUCK. VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD BUY. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN MY FAMILY VEHICLE! *TR

Dec 29, 2013 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AND CAN'T AFFORD TO REPAIR BECAUSE OF RIDICULOUS COST. SEAT BELT IN MIDDLE SEAT IS STUCK AND MY CHILDREN CAN'T SIT IN THAT SEAT BECAUSE IT IS STUCK. VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD BUY. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN MY FAMILY VEHICLE! *TR

Dec 17, 2013 Power Train 132,000 mi

WHEN IDLE IN DRIVE THE RPM'S SURGE BY ITSELF AND THE VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD. *TR

Dec 17, 2013 Engine 132,000 mi

WHEN IDLE IN DRIVE THE RPM'S SURGE BY ITSELF AND THE VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD. *TR

Dec 17, 2013 Power Train 132,000 mi

WHEN IDLE IN DRIVE THE RPM'S SURGE BY ITSELF AND THE VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD. *TR

Dec 17, 2013 Engine 132,000 mi

WHEN IDLE IN DRIVE THE RPM'S SURGE BY ITSELF AND THE VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD. *TR

Dec 13, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE WRENCH ICON AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL REDUCTION IN POWER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASION...

Dec 13, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE WRENCH ICON AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL REDUCTION IN POWER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASION...

Dec 12, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLDER TEMPERATURES OR WHEN IT RAINS, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT ENGAGE WHEN CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Dec 12, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLDER TEMPERATURES OR WHEN IT RAINS, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT ENGAGE WHEN CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Dec 9, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE, WRENCH ICON AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL REDUCTION IN POWER. THE ENGINE RPMS ALSO INCREASED ABNORMALLY AS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE WAS ...

Dec 9, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE, WRENCH ICON AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL REDUCTION IN POWER. THE ENGINE RPMS ALSO INCREASED ABNORMALLY AS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE WAS ...

Dec 1, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Dec 1, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Dec 1, 2013 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Dec 1, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Dec 1, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Dec 1, 2013 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

THE DASH TURNED OFF. ALL OF THE DASH COMPONENTS ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING THE MILEAGE, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, OIL, TURN SIGNALS ETC. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT FAILS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT KEEPING ME GUESSING IF I AM DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OR NOT AND IF MY TURN SIGNALS ARE WORKING. T...

Nov 16, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE DASH BOARD INFO READS SAFE MODE (ENGINE FAILURE) THE LITE AND A WRENCH APPEAR ON THE DATA ON THE DASH. THE VEHICLE MOTOR STILL ON GOES DOWN TO 1 TO 3 MPH WHILE DRIVING, ON STREET OR FREEWAY, THE CAR HAVE TO BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED AND PROCEEDS TO RUN FOR AWHILE AND DOES THE SAME THING AND NO...

Nov 16, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE DASH BOARD INFO READS SAFE MODE (ENGINE FAILURE) THE LITE AND A WRENCH APPEAR ON THE DATA ON THE DASH. THE VEHICLE MOTOR STILL ON GOES DOWN TO 1 TO 3 MPH WHILE DRIVING, ON STREET OR FREEWAY, THE CAR HAVE TO BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED AND PROCEEDS TO RUN FOR AWHILE AND DOES THE SAME THING AND NO...

Nov 11, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Traction Control System 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Exterior Lighting 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Traction Control System 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 11, 2013 Exterior Lighting 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 SEL FREESTYLE WITH ABOUT 130K MILES ON IT. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITH SPEED OF 55MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ABS AND AWD LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYED "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" AND "AWD MALFUNCTION", THEN ENTIRE PANEL WENT DARK (RPM, GAS, OIL, SPEED AND ODOMET...

Nov 7, 2013 Electrical System 96,000 mi

GAUGES BOTTOM OUT OCCASIONALLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES WILL ALSO GO OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS. I GOOGLED THIS AND FOUND SEVERAL FORUMS AND ARTICLES WHERE OTHERS HAVE RUN INTO THIS. A DEFECT/SHORT IN THE GAUGE CLUSTER. TO DATE THOUGH THE NHTSA OR FORD HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING. DRIVING AT 50MPH AND AT ...

Nov 7, 2013 Electrical System 96,000 mi

GAUGES BOTTOM OUT OCCASIONALLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES WILL ALSO GO OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS. I GOOGLED THIS AND FOUND SEVERAL FORUMS AND ARTICLES WHERE OTHERS HAVE RUN INTO THIS. A DEFECT/SHORT IN THE GAUGE CLUSTER. TO DATE THOUGH THE NHTSA OR FORD HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING. DRIVING AT 50MPH AND AT ...

Nov 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Nov 5, 2013 Engine 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Nov 5, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Nov 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Nov 5, 2013 Engine 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Nov 5, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 76,000 mi

IN 2011 THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FORD RECOMMENDED CLEANING THE THROTTLE BODY AND I HAD THIS DONE AT A FORD DEALER. FORD LATER EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THIS PART AND REIMBURSED ME. FOLLOWING THIS, I FOUND THAT THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGED AND THE RPMS WOULD RACE. ON NOVE...

Oct 24, 2013 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF GEAR. THE CONTACT MOVED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY, SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPEC...

Oct 24, 2013 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF GEAR. THE CONTACT MOVED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY, SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPEC...

Oct 23, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 118,223 mi

HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL DONE TO CLEAN THROTTLE BODY FOR COLD START STALL IT RAN FIN FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS WHEN ONE SUNDAY WE WERE ON THE INTERSTATE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AT THE TIME WHEN SUDDENLY IT WAS LIKE SOME ONE SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WE WERE IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH TRAFFIC MOVING FAST MY WIFE BEC...

Oct 23, 2013 Engine 118,223 mi

HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL DONE TO CLEAN THROTTLE BODY FOR COLD START STALL IT RAN FIN FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS WHEN ONE SUNDAY WE WERE ON THE INTERSTATE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AT THE TIME WHEN SUDDENLY IT WAS LIKE SOME ONE SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WE WERE IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH TRAFFIC MOVING FAST MY WIFE BEC...

Oct 23, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 118,223 mi

HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL DONE TO CLEAN THROTTLE BODY FOR COLD START STALL IT RAN FIN FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS WHEN ONE SUNDAY WE WERE ON THE INTERSTATE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AT THE TIME WHEN SUDDENLY IT WAS LIKE SOME ONE SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WE WERE IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH TRAFFIC MOVING FAST MY WIFE BEC...

Oct 23, 2013 Engine 118,223 mi

HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL DONE TO CLEAN THROTTLE BODY FOR COLD START STALL IT RAN FIN FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS WHEN ONE SUNDAY WE WERE ON THE INTERSTATE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AT THE TIME WHEN SUDDENLY IT WAS LIKE SOME ONE SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WE WERE IN VERY HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH TRAFFIC MOVING FAST MY WIFE BEC...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 103,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER TWO YEARS NOW. IN THOSE TWO YEARS OUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE FORD DEALER 4 TIMES NOW. WHEN DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES OFF AND SENDS FUEL SHUTOFF CODES TO THE FUEL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE. OTHER ITEMS REPLACED WERE THE ON...

Oct 21, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 103,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER TWO YEARS NOW. IN THOSE TWO YEARS OUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE FORD DEALER 4 TIMES NOW. WHEN DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES OFF AND SENDS FUEL SHUTOFF CODES TO THE FUEL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE. OTHER ITEMS REPLACED WERE THE ON...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 103,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER TWO YEARS NOW. IN THOSE TWO YEARS OUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE FORD DEALER 4 TIMES NOW. WHEN DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES OFF AND SENDS FUEL SHUTOFF CODES TO THE FUEL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE. OTHER ITEMS REPLACED WERE THE ON...

Oct 21, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 103,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER TWO YEARS NOW. IN THOSE TWO YEARS OUR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE FORD DEALER 4 TIMES NOW. WHEN DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES OFF AND SENDS FUEL SHUTOFF CODES TO THE FUEL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE. OTHER ITEMS REPLACED WERE THE ON...

Oct 16, 2013 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE SEL 2005, ON NOVEMBER 2005, FROM THE FORD DEALER, BRAND NEW CAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER. MY TRANSMISSION STARTED TO MAKE A NOISE ON LAST WEEK. I TOOK THE CAR TO 2 DIFFERENT MECHANICS AND BOTH TOLD ME THAT IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION!!! IT IS A CVT TRANSMISSION, VERY EXPEN...

Oct 16, 2013 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE SEL 2005, ON NOVEMBER 2005, FROM THE FORD DEALER, BRAND NEW CAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER. MY TRANSMISSION STARTED TO MAKE A NOISE ON LAST WEEK. I TOOK THE CAR TO 2 DIFFERENT MECHANICS AND BOTH TOLD ME THAT IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION!!! IT IS A CVT TRANSMISSION, VERY EXPEN...

Oct 15, 2013 Power Train 120,000 mi

WHEN STOPPING, IDLING, PUTTING CAR IN GEAR, ETC., THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST STRIKING CAR AHEAD OF ME. IT SEEMS TO BE WORSE WHEN THE AC IS ON OR IF MY STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. I USUALLY PUT MY CAR IN NEUTRAL WHILE STOPPING IN A DRIVE THRU OR AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT BECAUSE I FEAR I'M GOING TO HIT SOMEONE...

Oct 15, 2013 Power Train 120,000 mi

WHEN STOPPING, IDLING, PUTTING CAR IN GEAR, ETC., THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST STRIKING CAR AHEAD OF ME. IT SEEMS TO BE WORSE WHEN THE AC IS ON OR IF MY STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. I USUALLY PUT MY CAR IN NEUTRAL WHILE STOPPING IN A DRIVE THRU OR AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT BECAUSE I FEAR I'M GOING TO HIT SOMEONE...

Oct 3, 2013 Power Train 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Oct 3, 2013 Engine 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Oct 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Oct 3, 2013 Power Train 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Oct 3, 2013 Engine 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Oct 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 79,661 mi

WE PURCHASED A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON APRIL 4, 2013. IT HAD 74,590 MILES ON IT. ON OCTOBER 1, 2013 THE CTV TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. CHECK ENGINE AND CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNINGS CAME ON, THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10MPH, IT LURCHED AND CRUNCHED AT 3500-4000RPMS. WE MADE IT LESS THAN ON...

Sep 28, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 107,000 mi

VEHICLE WOULD SURGE AND LOOSE POWER AT ALL SPEEDS. AT TIMES WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND, THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN WOULD SURGE, THEN WOULD LOSE POWER. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER RECENTLY AS THEY TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY ONLY. NOW IT'S WORS...

Sep 28, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 107,000 mi

VEHICLE WOULD SURGE AND LOOSE POWER AT ALL SPEEDS. AT TIMES WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND, THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN WOULD SURGE, THEN WOULD LOSE POWER. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER RECENTLY AS THEY TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY ONLY. NOW IT'S WORS...

Sep 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

HAPPENS BOTH WHEN TAKING OFF AND GOING OVER 40MPH VEH MAKES THUMPING SOUND FROM REAR END AND HESITATES UNTIL THUMPING GOES AWAY THEN ABLE TO ACCELERATE WITHOUT PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

HAPPENS BOTH WHEN TAKING OFF AND GOING OVER 40MPH VEH MAKES THUMPING SOUND FROM REAR END AND HESITATES UNTIL THUMPING GOES AWAY THEN ABLE TO ACCELERATE WITHOUT PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 15, 2013 Power Train 166,000 mi

TRANSMISSION DIED OUT IN TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE 89. LOST POWER AND WENT INTO A LOW GEAR. *TR

Sep 15, 2013 Power Train 166,000 mi

TRANSMISSION DIED OUT IN TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE 89. LOST POWER AND WENT INTO A LOW GEAR. *TR

Sep 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT WOULD ONLY ALLOW ME TO DRIVE 40MPH, PULLED OVER AROUND 11 TIMES AND RESTARTED THE CAR. I WAS AN HOUR AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED A FEW MON...

Sep 12, 2013 Power Train 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT WOULD ONLY ALLOW ME TO DRIVE 40MPH, PULLED OVER AROUND 11 TIMES AND RESTARTED THE CAR. I WAS AN HOUR AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED A FEW MON...

Sep 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT WOULD ONLY ALLOW ME TO DRIVE 40MPH, PULLED OVER AROUND 11 TIMES AND RESTARTED THE CAR. I WAS AN HOUR AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED A FEW MON...

Sep 12, 2013 Power Train 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE WRENCH LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT WOULD ONLY ALLOW ME TO DRIVE 40MPH, PULLED OVER AROUND 11 TIMES AND RESTARTED THE CAR. I WAS AN HOUR AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED A FEW MON...

Sep 11, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE SHE SHIFTED IT IN REVERSE GEAR BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. AFTER A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF TIME THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND TH...

Sep 11, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE SHE SHIFTED IT IN REVERSE GEAR BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. AFTER A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF TIME THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND TH...

Sep 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,00...

Sep 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,00...

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE HALT WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED...

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE. SHE PULLED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STARTED THE VEHICLE BACK UP. SHE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNO...

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Sep 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION POWER AND MADE A STRANGE NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000.

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE HALT WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED...

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE. SHE PULLED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STARTED THE VEHICLE BACK UP. SHE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNO...

Sep 5, 2013 Power Train 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Sep 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION POWER AND MADE A STRANGE NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000.

Sep 4, 2013 Power Train 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR STARTED DRIVING ROUGH AND WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. DROVE CAR BACK HOME. BARELY MADE IT HOME DUE TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. HAD CAR TOWED TO SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CVT TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT ACCOST OF $7426. CAR I...

Sep 4, 2013 Power Train 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR STARTED DRIVING ROUGH AND WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. DROVE CAR BACK HOME. BARELY MADE IT HOME DUE TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. HAD CAR TOWED TO SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CVT TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT ACCOST OF $7426. CAR I...

Aug 30, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

I WAS SITTING IN A DRIVE THRU WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY REVVED UP AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD. THE GAS PEDAL WAS NOT BEING PRESSED AT THE TIME, ONLY THE BRAKE. I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE CAR STOPPED. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV AND THEN IT SHUT OFF. WHEN THE CAR WAS RESTAR...

Aug 30, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

I WAS SITTING IN A DRIVE THRU WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY REVVED UP AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD. THE GAS PEDAL WAS NOT BEING PRESSED AT THE TIME, ONLY THE BRAKE. I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE CAR STOPPED. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV AND THEN IT SHUT OFF. WHEN THE CAR WAS RESTAR...

Aug 27, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 27, 2013 Engine 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 27, 2013 Power Train 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 27, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 27, 2013 Engine 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 27, 2013 Power Train 198,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE SAT PARKED AT IDLE (IN PARKING LOT) FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 MINUTES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS THEN PRESSED AND GEAR SHIFT PUT INTO "DRIVE". VEHICLE RPM'S IMMEDIATELY WENT UP OUT OF CONTROL WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE QUICKLY LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET BEFORE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSE...

Aug 26, 2013 Power Train 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 26, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 26, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 26, 2013 Power Train 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 26, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 26, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2011 AND SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. MY CAR BEGAN DOING IT IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE BEFORE. THEY REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, AND RESET THE COM...

Aug 22, 2013 Power Train 163,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL...

Aug 22, 2013 Power Train 163,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL...

Aug 16, 2013 Power Train 137,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF PARKING SPOT, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS. PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE IT LUNGED FORWARD, IDLED AND THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE LIGHT CAME ON, SHOWING WRENCH AS WELL. THE CAR STALLED OUT. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO PARKING LOT. I HAD TO LET THE CAR SIT BEFORE BEING ABLE TO START IT U...

Aug 16, 2013 Power Train 137,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF PARKING SPOT, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS. PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE IT LUNGED FORWARD, IDLED AND THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE LIGHT CAME ON, SHOWING WRENCH AS WELL. THE CAR STALLED OUT. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO PARKING LOT. I HAD TO LET THE CAR SIT BEFORE BEING ABLE TO START IT U...

Aug 13, 2013 Engine Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 13, 2013 Structure Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 13, 2013 Power Train Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 13, 2013 Engine Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 13, 2013 Structure Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 13, 2013 Power Train Crash 117,000 mi

MY FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. I HIT A CAR WHILE TRYING TO BACK UP AND PARK BECAUSE THE CAR SURGED AND ACCELERATED INTO REVERSE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM IN 2 YEARS AND NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. I ALMOST HIT PEOPLE IN A PARKING LOT BECAUS...

Aug 7, 2013 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE REPAIR WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN OR INCREASE SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED BUT WAS DIAGNOSED AS A PROBLEM WITH THE CONVERTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSU...

Aug 7, 2013 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE REPAIR WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN OR INCREASE SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED BUT WAS DIAGNOSED AS A PROBLEM WITH THE CONVERTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSU...

Aug 5, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, ALL OF THE GAUGES FAILED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAIL...

Aug 5, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, ALL OF THE GAUGES FAILED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAIL...

Aug 3, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 3, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 3, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 3, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 86,780 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY (HWY 350) AND THE CAR JUST STALLED OUT, AGAIN IN TRAFFIC ON TAKE OFF THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, ONCE GETTING ON I-70 IT JUST STALLED,. WE TOOK IT TO DICK SMITH FORD HERE IN RAYTOWN, MISSOURI , [XXX] THE SERVICE PERSON SAID IT WAS COVERED UNDER EXTENDED W...

Aug 1, 2013 Power Train 123,187 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STA...

Aug 1, 2013 Power Train 123,187 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STA...

Jul 29, 2013 Power Train 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Engine 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Traction Control System 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Power Train 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Engine 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 29, 2013 Traction Control System 117,000 mi

BOUGHT IT 7/23/2013, DAY ONE FINE. DAY 2, SPOUSE IN CAR, WITH 3 CHILDREN, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT ALL CAME ON. .ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER, ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENT, CAR BUCKING AND USING SIGNIFICANT RPMS TO ACCELERATE . RES...

Jul 26, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 26, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 26, 2013 Power Train 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 26, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 26, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 26, 2013 Power Train 62,125 mi

CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND THEN STOPPED. ACCELERATOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. I WAITED FOR TEN MINUTES, TURNED THE ENGINE ON AND LIMPED HOME AT 5 MPH. THIS BREAKDOWN OCCURRED AFTER WORKED WAS PERFORMED AT VARSITY FORD IN ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. DEALER ADVISED T...

Jul 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 125,000 mi

HAD RECALL 12N03 PERFORMED DUE TO SURGING, AFTER REPAIR CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE WHEN COLD. WHEN APPROACHING STOP CAR WOULD NOT WANT TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD PUT GEAR IN NEUTRAL AND TACH WOULD SURGE OVER 2000 RPM'S, DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. CONTINUED TO DRIVE UNTIL CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING, GOT MES...

Jul 24, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

HAD RECALL 12N03 PERFORMED DUE TO SURGING, AFTER REPAIR CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE WHEN COLD. WHEN APPROACHING STOP CAR WOULD NOT WANT TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD PUT GEAR IN NEUTRAL AND TACH WOULD SURGE OVER 2000 RPM'S, DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. CONTINUED TO DRIVE UNTIL CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING, GOT MES...

Jul 24, 2013 Engine 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WRENCH WARNING ICON WOULD ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE...

Jul 24, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH,THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT MANUAL FORCE ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIM...

Jul 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 125,000 mi

HAD RECALL 12N03 PERFORMED DUE TO SURGING, AFTER REPAIR CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE WHEN COLD. WHEN APPROACHING STOP CAR WOULD NOT WANT TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD PUT GEAR IN NEUTRAL AND TACH WOULD SURGE OVER 2000 RPM'S, DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. CONTINUED TO DRIVE UNTIL CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING, GOT MES...

Jul 24, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

HAD RECALL 12N03 PERFORMED DUE TO SURGING, AFTER REPAIR CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE WHEN COLD. WHEN APPROACHING STOP CAR WOULD NOT WANT TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD PUT GEAR IN NEUTRAL AND TACH WOULD SURGE OVER 2000 RPM'S, DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. CONTINUED TO DRIVE UNTIL CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING, GOT MES...

Jul 24, 2013 Engine 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WRENCH WARNING ICON WOULD ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE...

Jul 24, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH,THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT MANUAL FORCE ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIM...

Jul 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE...

Jul 19, 2013 Power Train 136,900 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND I HAVE 137,053 MILES ON THIS CAR HAD THIS CAR GOING ON 2 YEARS..I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND STILL MAKING PAYMENTS ON THIS CAR FOR ANOTHER YEAR...I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A LOUD HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE CVT TRANNY AND MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME NOW...

Jul 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE...

Jul 19, 2013 Power Train 136,900 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND I HAVE 137,053 MILES ON THIS CAR HAD THIS CAR GOING ON 2 YEARS..I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND STILL MAKING PAYMENTS ON THIS CAR FOR ANOTHER YEAR...I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A LOUD HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE CVT TRANNY AND MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME NOW...

Jul 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET AND WENT INTO SAFE MODE. AND WOULD ONLY GO 40MPH. IT SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN I GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE MY CAR WILL LUNG...

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 110,000 mi

THE CAR HAD A CTV TRANSMISSION , ON THIS DAY AFTER PROPER MAINTENANCE THE TRANSMISSION JUST BROKE, IT, I BELIEVE, WAS BAD DESIGN FOR A TRANS AS WITNESS OF FORD DROPPING THIS TRANS AFTER 2 YEARS. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP IN BRIGHTON MI, WHERE I WAS TOLD THE CVT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO REBUI...

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 70,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BRAND NEW AND MY CVT TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHEN MY CAR HAD ONLY ABOUT 70,000 MILES ON IT AND I ALSO HAD MY THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AS WELL. I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREE WAY WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY CAR JUST DIED OUT CAUSING ME TO PANIC AND ALMOST GETTING INTO A CAR ACC...

Jul 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET AND WENT INTO SAFE MODE. AND WOULD ONLY GO 40MPH. IT SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN I GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE MY CAR WILL LUNG...

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 110,000 mi

THE CAR HAD A CTV TRANSMISSION , ON THIS DAY AFTER PROPER MAINTENANCE THE TRANSMISSION JUST BROKE, IT, I BELIEVE, WAS BAD DESIGN FOR A TRANS AS WITNESS OF FORD DROPPING THIS TRANS AFTER 2 YEARS. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP IN BRIGHTON MI, WHERE I WAS TOLD THE CVT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO REBUI...

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 70,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BRAND NEW AND MY CVT TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHEN MY CAR HAD ONLY ABOUT 70,000 MILES ON IT AND I ALSO HAD MY THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AS WELL. I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREE WAY WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY CAR JUST DIED OUT CAUSING ME TO PANIC AND ALMOST GETTING INTO A CAR ACC...

Jul 16, 2013 Power Train 65,200 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN SHUT OFF AND ON MY DASH BOARD IT READ "FAILED SAFE MODE". THEN 2 WEEKS LATER THIS SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET. I WAS AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR SHUT OFF AGAIN STATING "FAIL SAFETY MODE"...

Jul 16, 2013 Engine 65,200 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN SHUT OFF AND ON MY DASH BOARD IT READ "FAILED SAFE MODE". THEN 2 WEEKS LATER THIS SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET. I WAS AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR SHUT OFF AGAIN STATING "FAIL SAFETY MODE"...

Jul 16, 2013 Power Train 65,200 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN SHUT OFF AND ON MY DASH BOARD IT READ "FAILED SAFE MODE". THEN 2 WEEKS LATER THIS SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET. I WAS AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR SHUT OFF AGAIN STATING "FAIL SAFETY MODE"...

Jul 16, 2013 Engine 65,200 mi

WHEN I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE MY CAR LUNGED BACKWARDS AND THEN SHUT OFF AND ON MY DASH BOARD IT READ "FAILED SAFE MODE". THEN 2 WEEKS LATER THIS SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I PULLED OUT ONTO A STREET. I WAS AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR SHUT OFF AGAIN STATING "FAIL SAFETY MODE"...

Jul 15, 2013 Power Train 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE POWER TRAIN. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT HAVE THE ...

Jul 15, 2013 Engine 47,000 mi

SUDDEN, SPORADIC LUNGING/SURGING OCCURS WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS, I.E. PARKING. SEEMS TO THEM, ESPECIALLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN RUNNING A/C. LAST YEAR I GOT THE "SAFE MODE" AND WRENCH DISPLAY, BIT OF COURSE WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO BRING IT IN WHEN THE MESSAGE WAS STILL SHOWING. IT OCCU...

Jul 15, 2013 Power Train 47,000 mi

SUDDEN, SPORADIC LUNGING/SURGING OCCURS WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS, I.E. PARKING. SEEMS TO THEM, ESPECIALLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN RUNNING A/C. LAST YEAR I GOT THE "SAFE MODE" AND WRENCH DISPLAY, BIT OF COURSE WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO BRING IT IN WHEN THE MESSAGE WAS STILL SHOWING. IT OCCU...

Jul 15, 2013 Power Train 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE POWER TRAIN. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT HAVE THE ...

Jul 15, 2013 Engine 47,000 mi

SUDDEN, SPORADIC LUNGING/SURGING OCCURS WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS, I.E. PARKING. SEEMS TO THEM, ESPECIALLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN RUNNING A/C. LAST YEAR I GOT THE "SAFE MODE" AND WRENCH DISPLAY, BIT OF COURSE WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO BRING IT IN WHEN THE MESSAGE WAS STILL SHOWING. IT OCCU...

Jul 15, 2013 Power Train 47,000 mi

SUDDEN, SPORADIC LUNGING/SURGING OCCURS WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS, I.E. PARKING. SEEMS TO THEM, ESPECIALLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN RUNNING A/C. LAST YEAR I GOT THE "SAFE MODE" AND WRENCH DISPLAY, BIT OF COURSE WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO BRING IT IN WHEN THE MESSAGE WAS STILL SHOWING. IT OCCU...

Jul 11, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER WOULD ACCUMULATE ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT EXCESSIVE WATER SEEPED THROUGH THE DOOR PANEL. THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Jul 11, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER WOULD ACCUMULATE ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT EXCESSIVE WATER SEEPED THROUGH THE DOOR PANEL. THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Jul 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AND BACKWARDS WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE REPLICATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jul 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE AND BACKWARDS WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE REPLICATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jul 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

IT IS ABOUT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: PE11018. I STARTED EXPERIENCING THE EXACT SAME CONDITION DESCRIBED IN THIS INVESTIGATION SUMMARY. THEN I RESEARCHED ON WEB, AND FOUND ABOUT THIS INVESTIGATION. I WAS SHOCKED BY THAT THE INVESTIGATION WAS CLOSED 2 YEARS AGO, AND THEY CONCLUDED "NO RECALL" , "N...

Jul 5, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

IT IS ABOUT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: PE11018. I STARTED EXPERIENCING THE EXACT SAME CONDITION DESCRIBED IN THIS INVESTIGATION SUMMARY. THEN I RESEARCHED ON WEB, AND FOUND ABOUT THIS INVESTIGATION. I WAS SHOCKED BY THAT THE INVESTIGATION WAS CLOSED 2 YEARS AGO, AND THEY CONCLUDED "NO RECALL" , "N...

Jul 3, 2013 Power Train 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Engine 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Electrical System 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Power Train 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Engine 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Electrical System 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 3, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,450 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO BE SERVICED FOR MAINTENANCE (POWER STEERING SERVICE AND TRANSMISSION SERVICE) TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN THOMASVILLE, GA. AFTER A FEW DAYS MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED TO DISPLAY TRANSMISSION DATA ERROR, CHECK TRACK CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND WA...

Jul 1, 2013 Power Train 110,894 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING AS THE TRANSMISSION AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED ...

Jul 1, 2013 Power Train 110,894 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING AS THE TRANSMISSION AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED ...

Jun 21, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

CAR HAS A HISTORY OF LUNGING WHEN IDLING. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE YEARS. *TR

Jun 21, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

CAR HAS A HISTORY OF LUNGING WHEN IDLING. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE YEARS. *TR

Jun 14, 2013 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND AFTER APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED...

Jun 14, 2013 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND AFTER APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED...

Jun 12, 2013 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING AND CONTINUED USE WOULD CAUSE IT TO SEIZE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ...

Jun 12, 2013 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING AND CONTINUED USE WOULD CAUSE IT TO SEIZE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ...

Jun 11, 2013 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS MAKING A HELICOPTER NOISE FORD DEALER SAID IT WILL NEED A REPLACEMENT FOR 7000 DOLLARS WTF .I CAN SEE THAT THIS SAME THING IS HAPPENING TO THOUSANDS FOR FREESTYLE OWNERS WITH NO RECALL FROM FORD DON'T THEY STAND BY THEIR PRODUCTS ANYMORE .THIS IS A DEFECT FORD SHOULD REPLA...

Jun 11, 2013 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS MAKING A HELICOPTER NOISE FORD DEALER SAID IT WILL NEED A REPLACEMENT FOR 7000 DOLLARS WTF .I CAN SEE THAT THIS SAME THING IS HAPPENING TO THOUSANDS FOR FREESTYLE OWNERS WITH NO RECALL FROM FORD DON'T THEY STAND BY THEIR PRODUCTS ANYMORE .THIS IS A DEFECT FORD SHOULD REPLA...

Jun 2, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,760 mi

I WENT IN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE ROTATION AND WE DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR CRADLE WAS RUSTING OUT WITH A BIG HOLE IN THE CRADLE FRAME. *TR

Jun 2, 2013 Structure 40,760 mi

I WENT IN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE ROTATION AND WE DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR CRADLE WAS RUSTING OUT WITH A BIG HOLE IN THE CRADLE FRAME. *TR

Jun 2, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,760 mi

I WENT IN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE ROTATION AND WE DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR CRADLE WAS RUSTING OUT WITH A BIG HOLE IN THE CRADLE FRAME. *TR

Jun 2, 2013 Structure 40,760 mi

I WENT IN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC FOR TIRE ROTATION AND WE DISCOVERED THAT THE MOTOR CRADLE WAS RUSTING OUT WITH A BIG HOLE IN THE CRADLE FRAME. *TR

May 18, 2013 Power Train 100,800 mi

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT 40-45 AND CAR STARTED MAKING A LOUD WHINING SOUND, A COUPLE OF SECOND LATER SPEED STARTED DECREASING AND THE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. HAD IT SENT TO A LOCAL MECHANIC (MEINEKE) WHO EXPLAINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD COMPLETELY GONE OUT AND THAT THE COST OF REPAIR WOULD B...

May 18, 2013 Power Train 100,800 mi

DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT 40-45 AND CAR STARTED MAKING A LOUD WHINING SOUND, A COUPLE OF SECOND LATER SPEED STARTED DECREASING AND THE THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. HAD IT SENT TO A LOCAL MECHANIC (MEINEKE) WHO EXPLAINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD COMPLETELY GONE OUT AND THAT THE COST OF REPAIR WOULD B...

May 8, 2013 Power Train 61,291 mi

ENGINE SURGING WHEN PUT IN REVERSE, THEN SURGING FORWARD, HARD TO STOP WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, VEHICLE TOWED. *TR

May 8, 2013 Power Train 61,291 mi

ENGINE SURGING WHEN PUT IN REVERSE, THEN SURGING FORWARD, HARD TO STOP WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, VEHICLE TOWED. *TR

Apr 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS RUNNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR FAILED AND THE PROBLEM DID NOT RESURFACE UNTIL THE AIR CONDITIONER W...

Apr 18, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS RUNNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR FAILED AND THE PROBLEM DID NOT RESURFACE UNTIL THE AIR CONDITIONER W...

Apr 10, 2013 Electrical System 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEH...

Apr 10, 2013 Power Train 72,000 mi

IN 2010, MY CAR WOULD GO INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND I WOULD HAVE TO SHUT IT OFF AND RESTART IT. AFTER A FEW TIMES, IS STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN IT WAS IDLING. AT THAT TIME, I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. TODAY, APRIL 10, 2013, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND T...

Apr 10, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

IN 2010, MY CAR WOULD GO INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND I WOULD HAVE TO SHUT IT OFF AND RESTART IT. AFTER A FEW TIMES, IS STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN IT WAS IDLING. AT THAT TIME, I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. TODAY, APRIL 10, 2013, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND T...

Apr 10, 2013 Electrical System 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEH...

Apr 10, 2013 Power Train 72,000 mi

IN 2010, MY CAR WOULD GO INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND I WOULD HAVE TO SHUT IT OFF AND RESTART IT. AFTER A FEW TIMES, IS STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN IT WAS IDLING. AT THAT TIME, I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. TODAY, APRIL 10, 2013, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND T...

Apr 10, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

IN 2010, MY CAR WOULD GO INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND I WOULD HAVE TO SHUT IT OFF AND RESTART IT. AFTER A FEW TIMES, IS STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN IT WAS IDLING. AT THAT TIME, I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. TODAY, APRIL 10, 2013, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND T...

Apr 4, 2013 Electrical System 122,946 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THEY STATED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE M...

Apr 4, 2013 Electrical System 122,946 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THEY STATED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE M...

Apr 3, 2013 Engine 120,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION HAS ISSUES MANY LAWSUITS OVER THIS OUR TRANSMISSION STOP YESTERDAY. READING THE COST OF REPLACE AND THIS LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING FORD NEEDS TO ADDRESS PLEASE HELP! *TR

Apr 3, 2013 Power Train 120,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION HAS ISSUES MANY LAWSUITS OVER THIS OUR TRANSMISSION STOP YESTERDAY. READING THE COST OF REPLACE AND THIS LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING FORD NEEDS TO ADDRESS PLEASE HELP! *TR

Apr 3, 2013 Engine 120,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION HAS ISSUES MANY LAWSUITS OVER THIS OUR TRANSMISSION STOP YESTERDAY. READING THE COST OF REPLACE AND THIS LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING FORD NEEDS TO ADDRESS PLEASE HELP! *TR

Apr 3, 2013 Power Train 120,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION HAS ISSUES MANY LAWSUITS OVER THIS OUR TRANSMISSION STOP YESTERDAY. READING THE COST OF REPLACE AND THIS LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING FORD NEEDS TO ADDRESS PLEASE HELP! *TR

Mar 30, 2013 Engine 116,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS, MY CAR HAD AN UNEXPECTED LURCHING/LUNGING PROBLEM WHENEVER I WAS PULLING IN & OUT OF PARKING SPACES. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS, SINCE I HAD TO IMMEDIATELY SLAM ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING SOMETHING OR SOMEONE. I NOTICED ON SEVERAL FORUMS THAT THE SUGGESTED FIX WAS TO HAVE THE TH...

Mar 30, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS, MY CAR HAD AN UNEXPECTED LURCHING/LUNGING PROBLEM WHENEVER I WAS PULLING IN & OUT OF PARKING SPACES. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS, SINCE I HAD TO IMMEDIATELY SLAM ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING SOMETHING OR SOMEONE. I NOTICED ON SEVERAL FORUMS THAT THE SUGGESTED FIX WAS TO HAVE THE TH...

Mar 30, 2013 Engine 116,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS, MY CAR HAD AN UNEXPECTED LURCHING/LUNGING PROBLEM WHENEVER I WAS PULLING IN & OUT OF PARKING SPACES. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS, SINCE I HAD TO IMMEDIATELY SLAM ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING SOMETHING OR SOMEONE. I NOTICED ON SEVERAL FORUMS THAT THE SUGGESTED FIX WAS TO HAVE THE TH...

Mar 30, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS, MY CAR HAD AN UNEXPECTED LURCHING/LUNGING PROBLEM WHENEVER I WAS PULLING IN & OUT OF PARKING SPACES. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS, SINCE I HAD TO IMMEDIATELY SLAM ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID HITTING SOMETHING OR SOMEONE. I NOTICED ON SEVERAL FORUMS THAT THE SUGGESTED FIX WAS TO HAVE THE TH...

Mar 29, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ISSUE 1: THE CAR LUNGES PERIODICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. IT IS VERY STARTLING AND CAUSES PANIC-REACTIONS TO SLAM THE BRAKE TO STOP. I DON'T BELIEVE THE COUNTER-MEASURES I'VE BEEN USING ARE A VERY GOOD LONG-TERM "DEFENSIVE-DRIVING" STRATEGY ESPECIALLY IF IT GETS WORSE NOR DO I FEEL ITS A SITUATION ...

Mar 29, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ISSUE 1: THE CAR LUNGES PERIODICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. IT IS VERY STARTLING AND CAUSES PANIC-REACTIONS TO SLAM THE BRAKE TO STOP. I DON'T BELIEVE THE COUNTER-MEASURES I'VE BEEN USING ARE A VERY GOOD LONG-TERM "DEFENSIVE-DRIVING" STRATEGY ESPECIALLY IF IT GETS WORSE NOR DO I FEEL ITS A SITUATION ...

Mar 25, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 65,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT ON JANUARY 3RD, 2012 AND NEVER HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE REGARDING THIS. IT IS STILL HAPPENING AND IS STILL AN ISSUE. MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER IS 10442220. I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VE...

Mar 25, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT ON JANUARY 3RD, 2012 AND NEVER HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE REGARDING THIS. IT IS STILL HAPPENING AND IS STILL AN ISSUE. MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER IS 10442220. I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VE...

Mar 25, 2013 Power Train 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE 'S ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROAD I TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO START THE VEHICLE, TO NO AVAIL. I WAITED APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES BEFORE TRYING AGAIN. THE ENGINE STARTED, BUT WOULD NOT GO IN GEAR. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF TRYING TO PUT IT IN GEAR, IT SUDDENLY WORKED! KNOWIN...

Mar 25, 2013 Engine 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE 'S ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROAD I TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO START THE VEHICLE, TO NO AVAIL. I WAITED APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES BEFORE TRYING AGAIN. THE ENGINE STARTED, BUT WOULD NOT GO IN GEAR. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF TRYING TO PUT IT IN GEAR, IT SUDDENLY WORKED! KNOWIN...

Mar 25, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 65,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT ON JANUARY 3RD, 2012 AND NEVER HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE REGARDING THIS. IT IS STILL HAPPENING AND IS STILL AN ISSUE. MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER IS 10442220. I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VE...

Mar 25, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT ON JANUARY 3RD, 2012 AND NEVER HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE REGARDING THIS. IT IS STILL HAPPENING AND IS STILL AN ISSUE. MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER IS 10442220. I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VE...

Mar 25, 2013 Power Train 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE 'S ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROAD I TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO START THE VEHICLE, TO NO AVAIL. I WAITED APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES BEFORE TRYING AGAIN. THE ENGINE STARTED, BUT WOULD NOT GO IN GEAR. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF TRYING TO PUT IT IN GEAR, IT SUDDENLY WORKED! KNOWIN...

Mar 25, 2013 Engine 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE 'S ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROAD I TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO START THE VEHICLE, TO NO AVAIL. I WAITED APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES BEFORE TRYING AGAIN. THE ENGINE STARTED, BUT WOULD NOT GO IN GEAR. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF TRYING TO PUT IT IN GEAR, IT SUDDENLY WORKED! KNOWIN...

Mar 20, 2013 Power Train 124,000 mi

WELL AFTER I RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FOR CLEANING OF THE THROTTLE BODY, THE FOLLOWING WEEK I BEGAN HEARING A NOISE AS IF I WAS IN AN AIRPLANE WHEN BEFORE THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE I WAS HEADED TO WORK ONE MORNING AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH AND MY TRUCK STARTED JERKING SO I IMMEDIATE...

Mar 20, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 124,000 mi

WELL AFTER I RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FOR CLEANING OF THE THROTTLE BODY, THE FOLLOWING WEEK I BEGAN HEARING A NOISE AS IF I WAS IN AN AIRPLANE WHEN BEFORE THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE I WAS HEADED TO WORK ONE MORNING AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH AND MY TRUCK STARTED JERKING SO I IMMEDIATE...

Mar 20, 2013 Power Train 124,000 mi

WELL AFTER I RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FOR CLEANING OF THE THROTTLE BODY, THE FOLLOWING WEEK I BEGAN HEARING A NOISE AS IF I WAS IN AN AIRPLANE WHEN BEFORE THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE I WAS HEADED TO WORK ONE MORNING AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH AND MY TRUCK STARTED JERKING SO I IMMEDIATE...

Mar 20, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 124,000 mi

WELL AFTER I RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FOR CLEANING OF THE THROTTLE BODY, THE FOLLOWING WEEK I BEGAN HEARING A NOISE AS IF I WAS IN AN AIRPLANE WHEN BEFORE THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE I WAS HEADED TO WORK ONE MORNING AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH AND MY TRUCK STARTED JERKING SO I IMMEDIATE...

Mar 18, 2013 Engine 116,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE IS BAD. FORD KNOWS IT AND THEY IT BUT DID NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. AS WE ARE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 75 / 80 MILES AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO TO WHAT THEY CALL A SAFE MODE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES DOWN TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. ...

Mar 18, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE IS BAD. FORD KNOWS IT AND THEY IT BUT DID NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. AS WE ARE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 75 / 80 MILES AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO TO WHAT THEY CALL A SAFE MODE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES DOWN TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. ...

Mar 18, 2013 Engine 116,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE IS BAD. FORD KNOWS IT AND THEY IT BUT DID NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. AS WE ARE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 75 / 80 MILES AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO TO WHAT THEY CALL A SAFE MODE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES DOWN TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. ...

Mar 18, 2013 Power Train 116,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE IS BAD. FORD KNOWS IT AND THEY IT BUT DID NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. AS WE ARE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 75 / 80 MILES AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO TO WHAT THEY CALL A SAFE MODE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES DOWN TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Steering 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Steering 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 16, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 140,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP; NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENTS (I WOULD REAR END SOMEONE IF I DIDN'T ALLOW MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE OTHER VEHICLE AND MINE THAN LEGALLY ALLOWED.). WHEN YOU TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING THE CAR SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY, NO MATTER WHAT SPEED YOU ARE DRIVING AT. ...

Mar 12, 2013 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE COMING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUALLY APPLIED PRESSURE TO ...

Mar 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 12, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 12, 2013 Structure Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 12, 2013 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE COMING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUALLY APPLIED PRESSURE TO ...

Mar 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 12, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 12, 2013 Structure Crash 78,000 mi

CAR STALLS DAILY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY STILL STALLS, ANOTHER DEALER CLEANED THE MAF AND CHANGED THE SPARK PLUGS AND CHANGE CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID, STILL STALLING. NEED A NEW THROTTLE BODY IT IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH FORD AND VERY DANGEROUS SOME ONE WILL GET K...

Mar 2, 2013 Seat Belts 175,000 mi

THE MIDDLE BENCH SEATS CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTED IN WHILE THE SEAT WAS FOLDED DOWN, LOCKED, AND WON'T ALLOW THE SEAT TO COME BACK UP. THE ONLY WAY I WAS ABLE TO GET THE SEAT BACK IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION WAS TO UNBOLTED THE SEATBELT, LET THE LOSE END RETRACT INTO THE MECHANISM UNTIL IT RELEASED ALLO...

Mar 2, 2013 Seat Belts 175,000 mi

THE MIDDLE BENCH SEATS CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTED IN WHILE THE SEAT WAS FOLDED DOWN, LOCKED, AND WON'T ALLOW THE SEAT TO COME BACK UP. THE ONLY WAY I WAS ABLE TO GET THE SEAT BACK IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION WAS TO UNBOLTED THE SEATBELT, LET THE LOSE END RETRACT INTO THE MECHANISM UNTIL IT RELEASED ALLO...

Feb 21, 2013 Structure 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LATCHES FROZE AND THE DOORS COULD NOT BE COMPLETELY CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. TH...

Feb 21, 2013 Structure 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LATCHES FROZE AND THE DOORS COULD NOT BE COMPLETELY CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. TH...

Feb 13, 2013 Power Train 98,250 mi

ENGINE WENT IDLE DURING RUSH HR ON I95 CENTER LANE TRAFFIC FLYING BY RPMS SOARING AND IM AT A COAST TRYING TO GET OVER SCARED THE BLEEP OUT OF SEVERAL OTHER DRIVERS. DASH SAYS ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND AS I BRAKE THE CAR IS LURCHING AND JERKING. I SHUT IT OFF. I BREATHE IN AND OUT AND THEN START HE...

Feb 13, 2013 Engine 98,250 mi

ENGINE WENT IDLE DURING RUSH HR ON I95 CENTER LANE TRAFFIC FLYING BY RPMS SOARING AND IM AT A COAST TRYING TO GET OVER SCARED THE BLEEP OUT OF SEVERAL OTHER DRIVERS. DASH SAYS ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND AS I BRAKE THE CAR IS LURCHING AND JERKING. I SHUT IT OFF. I BREATHE IN AND OUT AND THEN START HE...

Feb 13, 2013 Power Train 98,250 mi

ENGINE WENT IDLE DURING RUSH HR ON I95 CENTER LANE TRAFFIC FLYING BY RPMS SOARING AND IM AT A COAST TRYING TO GET OVER SCARED THE BLEEP OUT OF SEVERAL OTHER DRIVERS. DASH SAYS ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND AS I BRAKE THE CAR IS LURCHING AND JERKING. I SHUT IT OFF. I BREATHE IN AND OUT AND THEN START HE...

Feb 13, 2013 Engine 98,250 mi

ENGINE WENT IDLE DURING RUSH HR ON I95 CENTER LANE TRAFFIC FLYING BY RPMS SOARING AND IM AT A COAST TRYING TO GET OVER SCARED THE BLEEP OUT OF SEVERAL OTHER DRIVERS. DASH SAYS ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND AS I BRAKE THE CAR IS LURCHING AND JERKING. I SHUT IT OFF. I BREATHE IN AND OUT AND THEN START HE...

Feb 2, 2013 Power Train 57,000 mi

WHEN IT GETS BELOW FREEZING, I GET A WRENCH LIGHT AND THEN THERE IS NO THROTTLE RESPONSE. A FEW WEEKS AGO I WAS STUCK IN A SNOW STORM WITH THIS PROBLEM. I ENDED UP PURCHASING A CARMD DEVICE AND FOUND OUT THAT IT IS A TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY, BUT THE LOCAL FORD MOTOR COMPANY INSISTS THAT IT IS THE CO...

Feb 2, 2013 Power Train 57,000 mi

WHEN IT GETS BELOW FREEZING, I GET A WRENCH LIGHT AND THEN THERE IS NO THROTTLE RESPONSE. A FEW WEEKS AGO I WAS STUCK IN A SNOW STORM WITH THIS PROBLEM. I ENDED UP PURCHASING A CARMD DEVICE AND FOUND OUT THAT IT IS A TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY, BUT THE LOCAL FORD MOTOR COMPANY INSISTS THAT IT IS THE CO...

Feb 1, 2013 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS FAILED TO CLOSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LATCHES FREEZE WHEN THE TEMPERATURE WAS COLD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE DOOR LATCH WO...

Feb 1, 2013 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS FAILED TO CLOSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LATCHES FREEZE WHEN THE TEMPERATURE WAS COLD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE DOOR LATCH WO...

Jan 23, 2013 Power Train 59,519 mi

STARTED THE CAR, HEADED OUT AND "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON. TOOK TO THE DEALER THEY CAME UP WITH 2 CODES, POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION, POSSIBLE MECHATRONICS. DEALER RECOMMENDED TAKE HOME AND IF/WHEN ERROR MESSAGES APPEAR BRING THE CAR BACK. CAR WAS FINE FOR FEW MILES THEN "CHECK TRANSMISSION" FOLLOW...

Jan 23, 2013 Power Train 59,519 mi

STARTED THE CAR, HEADED OUT AND "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON. TOOK TO THE DEALER THEY CAME UP WITH 2 CODES, POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION, POSSIBLE MECHATRONICS. DEALER RECOMMENDED TAKE HOME AND IF/WHEN ERROR MESSAGES APPEAR BRING THE CAR BACK. CAR WAS FINE FOR FEW MILES THEN "CHECK TRANSMISSION" FOLLOW...

Jan 17, 2013 Visibility 80,000 mi

THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWS WARM AIR ONLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON AND THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Jan 17, 2013 Visibility 80,000 mi

THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWS WARM AIR ONLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON AND THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Jan 15, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 10 MPH UPHILL WHEN THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL OR THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REP...

Jan 15, 2013 Suspension 176,690 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VEER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE SHE NOTICED THAT THE REAR CONTROL ARM WAS FRACTURED AND BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. TH...

Jan 15, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 10 MPH UPHILL WHEN THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL OR THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REP...

Jan 15, 2013 Suspension 176,690 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AS THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VEER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE SHE NOTICED THAT THE REAR CONTROL ARM WAS FRACTURED AND BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. TH...

Dec 26, 2012 Power Train 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 26, 2012 Engine 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 26, 2012 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 26, 2012 Power Train 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 26, 2012 Engine 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 26, 2012 Unknown Or Other 35,000 mi

THE CAR JUMP IN LOW SPEED AND YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THIS WAS IN DIRECT DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Dec 25, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 25, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 101,000 mi

THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE ON THE HWY. THE RPMS WOULD SURGE FORWARD AND RELAX TO NORMAL RPM SPEED. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER A FEW DAY'S AGO. MY WORRY IS THAT I HAVE TAKEN IT TO REPAIR FACILITIES AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. I AM WORRIED THAT I WILL HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BECAUSE OF THE RECALL...

Dec 13, 2012 Engine 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT MONTHS LATER WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH UPHILL, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK ...

Dec 13, 2012 Engine 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT MONTHS LATER WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH UPHILL, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK ...

Dec 11, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

CAR SURGES WHEN AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE OF GAS, TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING VERY WIERD, KICKS HARD THEN THE NEXT DAY WORKS. *TR

Dec 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

CAR SURGES WHEN AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE OF GAS, TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING VERY WIERD, KICKS HARD THEN THE NEXT DAY WORKS. *TR

Dec 11, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

CAR SURGES WHEN AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE OF GAS, TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING VERY WIERD, KICKS HARD THEN THE NEXT DAY WORKS. *TR

Dec 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

CAR SURGES WHEN AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE OF GAS, TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING VERY WIERD, KICKS HARD THEN THE NEXT DAY WORKS. *TR

Dec 8, 2012 Visibility 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Seats 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Electrical System 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Visibility 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Seats 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 8, 2012 Electrical System 55,000 mi

THE FIRST INCIDENT MY FUEL GAUGE IS OFF & PRODUCING INCORRECT DATA OF GAS REMAINING IN CAR & DRIVER WINDOW WOULD ROLL UP AND DOWN WHEN TRYING TO JUST ROLL IT UP. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. ANOTHER INCIDENT I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THI...

Dec 2, 2012 Structure Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Steering Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Dec 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Dec 2, 2012 Engine 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Dec 2, 2012 Structure Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Steering Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train Crash 125,283 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN REAR OF APARTMENT COMPLEX.WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT LUNGED BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS, SMASHING THE REAR OF THE CAR INTO THE APARTMENT BUILDING WALL. I DID HAVE A SEAT BELT ON BUT THE IMPACT CAUSED SEVERE NECK TRAUMA AS MY HEAD WAS TURNED AT THE TIME OF IMPACT. I SHUT TH...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Dec 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Dec 2, 2012 Engine 120,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN AT IDLE OR LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

Nov 30, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHEN VEHICLE IS COMPLETE STOPPED WITH BRAKE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD. THIS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES DURING MY TWO YEARS OF DRIVING THIS VEHICLE UNTIL THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. SEVERAL TIMES I BARELY MISSED HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. LUCKILY I NEVER PULL UP REAL CLOS...

Nov 30, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHEN VEHICLE IS COMPLETE STOPPED WITH BRAKE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD. THIS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES DURING MY TWO YEARS OF DRIVING THIS VEHICLE UNTIL THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. SEVERAL TIMES I BARELY MISSED HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. LUCKILY I NEVER PULL UP REAL CLOS...

Nov 29, 2012 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Engine 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN A/C IS ON. *TR

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 16,000 mi

FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ON THEIR CVT TRANSMISSION. THERE WERE OVER 54 PAGES OF COMPLAINTS ON ONE WEBSITE. FORD HAS ALSO DECIDED NOT TO MAKE A REPLACEMENT PART. THEREFORE, THE CONSUMER IS FACED WITH A $6000.00 REPAIR BILL. THERE IS NO DOUBT THE TRANSMISSION IS FAULTY AS FORD CHANGED TO A MORE...

Nov 29, 2012 Electrical System 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Engine 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

WHILE MANEUVERING MY VEHICLE IN A SMALL SPACE (FORWARD, REVERSE, TURNING THE WHEEL) THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AND LUNGE (HAS OCCURRED BEFORE, BUT MOSTLY IN REVERSE.) THERE WAS LOUD WHINING WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL (THAT BEGAN RECENTLY AND IS ALMOST CONSTANT.) THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV LOUDLY, THE...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 82,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN A/C IS ON. *TR

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 16,000 mi

FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ON THEIR CVT TRANSMISSION. THERE WERE OVER 54 PAGES OF COMPLAINTS ON ONE WEBSITE. FORD HAS ALSO DECIDED NOT TO MAKE A REPLACEMENT PART. THEREFORE, THE CONSUMER IS FACED WITH A $6000.00 REPAIR BILL. THERE IS NO DOUBT THE TRANSMISSION IS FAULTY AS FORD CHANGED TO A MORE...

Nov 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO START. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY. BOTH FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Nov 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO START. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY. BOTH FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Nov 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LURCHES/LUNGE JUST BEFORE STOP. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, IT WOULD LURCH/LUNGE JUST AS IT IS STOPPING. HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR; HAD VEHICLE SERVICED/REPAIRED BUT STILL CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION. *TR

Nov 26, 2012 Power Train 80,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LURCHES/LUNGE JUST BEFORE STOP. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, IT WOULD LURCH/LUNGE JUST AS IT IS STOPPING. HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR; HAD VEHICLE SERVICED/REPAIRED BUT STILL CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION. *TR

Nov 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LURCHES/LUNGE JUST BEFORE STOP. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, IT WOULD LURCH/LUNGE JUST AS IT IS STOPPING. HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR; HAD VEHICLE SERVICED/REPAIRED BUT STILL CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION. *TR

Nov 26, 2012 Power Train 80,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LURCHES/LUNGE JUST BEFORE STOP. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, IT WOULD LURCH/LUNGE JUST AS IT IS STOPPING. HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR; HAD VEHICLE SERVICED/REPAIRED BUT STILL CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION. *TR

Nov 24, 2012 Electrical System

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Power Train

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Electrical System

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Power Train

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT ON HERE ONCE BUT DO NOT REMEMBER THE DATES OR THE USERNAME/PASSWORD I USED. THIS VEHICLE IS THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I'VE SUNK THOUSANDS INTO REPAIRS IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS. I'VE HAD INST...

Nov 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN ENGAGE IN FAIL SAFE MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN AT LOWER SPEEDS AND WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. AFTER DIAGNOSIS...

Nov 20, 2012 Service Brakes 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 20, 2012 Engine 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 20, 2012 Power Train 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN ENGAGE IN FAIL SAFE MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN AT LOWER SPEEDS AND WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. AFTER DIAGNOSIS...

Nov 20, 2012 Service Brakes 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 20, 2012 Engine 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 20, 2012 Power Train 94,500 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. IT HAPPEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. AC IN ON POSITION. IT HAS HAPPEN WHEN CAR STARTS MOVING OR WHILE IT IS MOVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. NO ACCIDENTS, JUST CLOSE CALLS. IN DRIVEWAYS, DRIVE THRU'S. MOVING ON STREETS AND PARKING LOTS. HAVING TO APPLY BRAKES HARDER. CAR STALLS A...

Nov 19, 2012 Power Train 125,000 mi

WHEN AT A STOP, OUR CAR LUNGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL, FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE IS A HESITATION AFTER PUSHING ON THE PEDAL THAN IT LEAPS FORWARD OR REVERSE. I WAS TOLD FROM A DEALER THAT IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED AND WAS TOLD THE SAME FROM A TRANSMISSION SHOP. THE TRANSMISSION SH...

Nov 19, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

WHEN AT A STOP, OUR CAR LUNGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL, FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE IS A HESITATION AFTER PUSHING ON THE PEDAL THAN IT LEAPS FORWARD OR REVERSE. I WAS TOLD FROM A DEALER THAT IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED AND WAS TOLD THE SAME FROM A TRANSMISSION SHOP. THE TRANSMISSION SH...

Nov 19, 2012 Power Train 125,000 mi

WHEN AT A STOP, OUR CAR LUNGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL, FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE IS A HESITATION AFTER PUSHING ON THE PEDAL THAN IT LEAPS FORWARD OR REVERSE. I WAS TOLD FROM A DEALER THAT IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED AND WAS TOLD THE SAME FROM A TRANSMISSION SHOP. THE TRANSMISSION SH...

Nov 19, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

WHEN AT A STOP, OUR CAR LUNGES WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL, FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE IS A HESITATION AFTER PUSHING ON THE PEDAL THAN IT LEAPS FORWARD OR REVERSE. I WAS TOLD FROM A DEALER THAT IT NEEDED THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANED AND WAS TOLD THE SAME FROM A TRANSMISSION SHOP. THE TRANSMISSION SH...

Nov 16, 2012 Electrical System 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AS THE CONTACT DROVE AT VARIOUS SPEEDS . THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COMPUTER HAD TO BE RESET...

Nov 16, 2012 Electrical System 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AS THE CONTACT DROVE AT VARIOUS SPEEDS . THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COMPUTER HAD TO BE RESET...

Nov 15, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE DOORS AND LATCHES AROUND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE CLOSED OR THEY WOULD BOUNCE BACK OPEN DURING COLDER WEATHER. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN I...

Nov 15, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE DOORS AND LATCHES AROUND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE CLOSED OR THEY WOULD BOUNCE BACK OPEN DURING COLDER WEATHER. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN I...

Nov 14, 2012 Engine 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 70 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THEN TURNED IT SELF BACK ON. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR ...

Nov 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 70 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THEN TURNED IT SELF BACK ON. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR ...

Nov 14, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE... *TR

Nov 14, 2012 Engine 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 70 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THEN TURNED IT SELF BACK ON. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR ...

Nov 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 70 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THEN TURNED IT SELF BACK ON. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR ...

Nov 14, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE... *TR

Nov 11, 2012 Power Train 57,624 mi

THE WEATHER WAS BELOW FREEZING AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. I TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FOR DEALER AND HE MENTIONED THAT IT WAS THE CRV TRANSMISSION, BUT NO ADDITIONAL ERROR CODES. THE PROBLEMS ALONG WITH THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS THE MOTOR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE WAS NO INDICATION ON WHAT WAS GOING O...

Nov 11, 2012 Power Train 57,624 mi

THE WEATHER WAS BELOW FREEZING AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. I TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FOR DEALER AND HE MENTIONED THAT IT WAS THE CRV TRANSMISSION, BUT NO ADDITIONAL ERROR CODES. THE PROBLEMS ALONG WITH THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS THE MOTOR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE WAS NO INDICATION ON WHAT WAS GOING O...

Nov 4, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 4, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

ENGINE SPUTTER THEN FAILURE. THEN COMPUTER ERROR STATES, FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE. DIAGNOSTIC REVEALS THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. COMMON PROBLEM ACCORDING TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT RECALL PENDING, WHY WON'T U ACT. WEB FULL OF THIS COMPLAINT. *TR

Nov 3, 2012 Electrical System

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED GOING OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ONE NIGHT AND IT CAUSED MY REVERSE LIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT FORD KNOWS ABOUT AND IT IS A PROBLEM DUE TO FAULTY SOLDER JOINTS ON THE BACK OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS, BUT THERE IS...

Nov 3, 2012 Exterior Lighting

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED GOING OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ONE NIGHT AND IT CAUSED MY REVERSE LIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT FORD KNOWS ABOUT AND IT IS A PROBLEM DUE TO FAULTY SOLDER JOINTS ON THE BACK OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS, BUT THERE IS...

Nov 3, 2012 Electrical System

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED GOING OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ONE NIGHT AND IT CAUSED MY REVERSE LIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT FORD KNOWS ABOUT AND IT IS A PROBLEM DUE TO FAULTY SOLDER JOINTS ON THE BACK OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS, BUT THERE IS...

Nov 3, 2012 Exterior Lighting

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED GOING OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ONE NIGHT AND IT CAUSED MY REVERSE LIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT FORD KNOWS ABOUT AND IT IS A PROBLEM DUE TO FAULTY SOLDER JOINTS ON THE BACK OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, THERE IS A TSB FOR THIS, BUT THERE IS...

Oct 26, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

HELLO, IN MAY THIS YEAR THE TRANSMISSION STARTED FAILING ON MY VEHICLE. I AM THE THIRD OWNER. THE PREVIOUS OWNER, WHO WORKS AT FORD DEALERSHIP, TOLD ME THAT HE HAD TO REPLACE ALL ELECTRONICS AND SENSORS ON THE TRANSMISSION ($1500 PARTS AND LABOR). I TOOK THE CAR TO SEVERAL MECHANIC SHOPS AND AT E...

Oct 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 71,700 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION-I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE ENGINE STAYED AT A HIGH RPM AND DID NOT DROP TO IDLE RPM. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE UNTIL LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE PROBLEM DID NOT REOCCUR. I WAS NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY FORD DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND A...

Oct 26, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 71,700 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION-I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE ENGINE STAYED AT A HIGH RPM AND DID NOT DROP TO IDLE RPM. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE UNTIL LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE PROBLEM DID NOT REOCCUR. I WAS NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY FORD DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND A...

Oct 26, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

HELLO, IN MAY THIS YEAR THE TRANSMISSION STARTED FAILING ON MY VEHICLE. I AM THE THIRD OWNER. THE PREVIOUS OWNER, WHO WORKS AT FORD DEALERSHIP, TOLD ME THAT HE HAD TO REPLACE ALL ELECTRONICS AND SENSORS ON THE TRANSMISSION ($1500 PARTS AND LABOR). I TOOK THE CAR TO SEVERAL MECHANIC SHOPS AND AT E...

Oct 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 71,700 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION-I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE ENGINE STAYED AT A HIGH RPM AND DID NOT DROP TO IDLE RPM. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE UNTIL LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE PROBLEM DID NOT REOCCUR. I WAS NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY FORD DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND A...

Oct 26, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 71,700 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION-I STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE ENGINE STAYED AT A HIGH RPM AND DID NOT DROP TO IDLE RPM. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD FOOT ON BRAKE UNTIL LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE PROBLEM DID NOT REOCCUR. I WAS NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY FORD DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND A...

Oct 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

ON OCCASION WE FELT A LITTLE SURGE WHEN BACKING UP. NOTICED PRIMARILY WHEN BACKING OUT OF OUR DRIVER. FOOT WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR AT THE TIME. NO ACCIDENTS OCCURRED. SURGE WAS BRIEF BUT BRAKING WOULD STILL STOP THE VEHICLE. ALSO OBSERVED A SURGE WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CRUISE CONTR...

Oct 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

ON OCCASION WE FELT A LITTLE SURGE WHEN BACKING UP. NOTICED PRIMARILY WHEN BACKING OUT OF OUR DRIVER. FOOT WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR AT THE TIME. NO ACCIDENTS OCCURRED. SURGE WAS BRIEF BUT BRAKING WOULD STILL STOP THE VEHICLE. ALSO OBSERVED A SURGE WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CRUISE CONTR...

Oct 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 86,000 mi

WAS COMING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE. WHEN I PUT ON BRAKES, IT ACCELERATED MORE. TO AVOID HITTING 3 CARS IN FRONT OF ME, I WENT OVER A CURB, UP A HILL AND OVER AND EMBANKMENT. THE CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SIDE STREET. THE IMPACT OF COMING OFF THE EMBANKME...

Oct 15, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 86,000 mi

WAS COMING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE. WHEN I PUT ON BRAKES, IT ACCELERATED MORE. TO AVOID HITTING 3 CARS IN FRONT OF ME, I WENT OVER A CURB, UP A HILL AND OVER AND EMBANKMENT. THE CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SIDE STREET. THE IMPACT OF COMING OFF THE EMBANKME...

Oct 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 86,000 mi

WAS COMING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE. WHEN I PUT ON BRAKES, IT ACCELERATED MORE. TO AVOID HITTING 3 CARS IN FRONT OF ME, I WENT OVER A CURB, UP A HILL AND OVER AND EMBANKMENT. THE CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SIDE STREET. THE IMPACT OF COMING OFF THE EMBANKME...

Oct 15, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 86,000 mi

WAS COMING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE. WHEN I PUT ON BRAKES, IT ACCELERATED MORE. TO AVOID HITTING 3 CARS IN FRONT OF ME, I WENT OVER A CURB, UP A HILL AND OVER AND EMBANKMENT. THE CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SIDE STREET. THE IMPACT OF COMING OFF THE EMBANKME...

Oct 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 86,936 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED IN A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL APPLIED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND REPROGRAMMED. AFTER THE REPAIR THE FAILURE ...

Oct 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 86,936 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED IN A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL APPLIED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND REPROGRAMMED. AFTER THE REPAIR THE FAILURE ...

Oct 6, 2012 Structure Crash 57,000 mi

IN AUGUST 2012, MY 2005 FREESTYLE SURGED WHILE IN REVERSE WITH MY WHEELS AT FULL CUT AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I HAVE BEEN DOING FOR THE LAST 40 YEARS. AS I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL TO APPLY THE BRAKE TO SWITCH TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE CAR SURGED IN REVERSE, AND THE RIGHT CO...

Oct 6, 2012 Power Train Crash 57,000 mi

IN AUGUST 2012, MY 2005 FREESTYLE SURGED WHILE IN REVERSE WITH MY WHEELS AT FULL CUT AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I HAVE BEEN DOING FOR THE LAST 40 YEARS. AS I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL TO APPLY THE BRAKE TO SWITCH TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE CAR SURGED IN REVERSE, AND THE RIGHT CO...

Oct 6, 2012 Structure Crash 57,000 mi

IN AUGUST 2012, MY 2005 FREESTYLE SURGED WHILE IN REVERSE WITH MY WHEELS AT FULL CUT AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I HAVE BEEN DOING FOR THE LAST 40 YEARS. AS I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL TO APPLY THE BRAKE TO SWITCH TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE CAR SURGED IN REVERSE, AND THE RIGHT CO...

Oct 6, 2012 Power Train Crash 57,000 mi

IN AUGUST 2012, MY 2005 FREESTYLE SURGED WHILE IN REVERSE WITH MY WHEELS AT FULL CUT AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I HAVE BEEN DOING FOR THE LAST 40 YEARS. AS I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL TO APPLY THE BRAKE TO SWITCH TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE CAR SURGED IN REVERSE, AND THE RIGHT CO...

Oct 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 69,000 mi

I WAS PARKED. I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. AS I STARTED TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD. I PRESSED THE BRAKE HARD TO STOP THE SURGE. IT SCARED ME. THE NEXT DAY, IT HAPPENED AGAIN, SEVERAL TIMES. IN REVERSE AND DRIVE, I WATCHED THE RPMS GO UP WITHOUT MY FOOT TOUCHING THE THROTTLE. TH...

Oct 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 69,000 mi

I WAS PARKED. I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. AS I STARTED TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD. I PRESSED THE BRAKE HARD TO STOP THE SURGE. IT SCARED ME. THE NEXT DAY, IT HAPPENED AGAIN, SEVERAL TIMES. IN REVERSE AND DRIVE, I WATCHED THE RPMS GO UP WITHOUT MY FOOT TOUCHING THE THROTTLE. TH...

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 134,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT, 35 MPH DRIVING, WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON, ENGINE CUTS OUT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE, LOSS OF ACCELERATION ABILITY. HAVE TO STOP AND RESTART. HARD TO RESTART FOR A MOMENT. CONTINUES TO HAPPEN MORE AT HIGHER SPEEDS (55 MPH AND 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE). ALSO, LUNGES WHILE FOOT IS ON BRAKE, FO...

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

RPM SURGE WHILE PARKING. WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, CAR LUNGES. WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, CAR HAS ALSO BEEN KNOWN TO LUNGE. MOST ALL INCIDENTS OCCURRED WHILE AC WAS RUNNING AND WHEEL WAS SHARPLY TURNED. *TR

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 69,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CLUNKING SOUND AND AN ABNORMAL VIBRATION COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE FAILURE WAS ALSO NOTICEABLE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN SWITCHING...

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 134,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT, 35 MPH DRIVING, WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON, ENGINE CUTS OUT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE, LOSS OF ACCELERATION ABILITY. HAVE TO STOP AND RESTART. HARD TO RESTART FOR A MOMENT. CONTINUES TO HAPPEN MORE AT HIGHER SPEEDS (55 MPH AND 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE). ALSO, LUNGES WHILE FOOT IS ON BRAKE, FO...

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

RPM SURGE WHILE PARKING. WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, CAR LUNGES. WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, CAR HAS ALSO BEEN KNOWN TO LUNGE. MOST ALL INCIDENTS OCCURRED WHILE AC WAS RUNNING AND WHEEL WAS SHARPLY TURNED. *TR

Oct 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 69,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CLUNKING SOUND AND AN ABNORMAL VIBRATION COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE FAILURE WAS ALSO NOTICEABLE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN SWITCHING...

Oct 3, 2012 Power Train 58,000 mi

I STARTED MY CAR BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. WHEN I WENT TO PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL IT SEEMED LIKE IT WASN'T IN DRIVE. I LOOKED AND IT WAS IN DRIVE AND THEN I LOOKED AND MY ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT WAS ON. I DROVE SLOWLY TO SERVICE STATION AND THEY SAID THAT I NEED A NEW T...

Oct 3, 2012 Power Train 58,000 mi

I STARTED MY CAR BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. WHEN I WENT TO PRESS ON THE GAS PEDAL IT SEEMED LIKE IT WASN'T IN DRIVE. I LOOKED AND IT WAS IN DRIVE AND THEN I LOOKED AND MY ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT WAS ON. I DROVE SLOWLY TO SERVICE STATION AND THEY SAID THAT I NEED A NEW T...

Sep 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

MY CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD SUDDENLY WHEN PUT INTO PARK, AND SOMETIMES REVERSE AND MOSTLY DRIVE. SCARY. *TR

Sep 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

MY CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD SUDDENLY WHEN PUT INTO PARK, AND SOMETIMES REVERSE AND MOSTLY DRIVE. SCARY. *TR

Sep 28, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DECELERATED TO 40 MPH AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE T...

Sep 28, 2012 Electrical System 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DECELERATED TO 40 MPH AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE T...

Sep 28, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DECELERATED TO 40 MPH AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE T...

Sep 28, 2012 Electrical System 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DECELERATED TO 40 MPH AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE T...

Sep 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 86,913 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS WITH THE A/C ON, THE VEHICLE LUNGES FOWARD (WHILE IN DRIVE) OR BACKWARD (WHILE IN REVERSE). THIS IS NOTICED MOST WHEN PULLING IN OR OUT OF A GARAGE OR PARKING SPACE. *TR

Sep 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 86,913 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS WITH THE A/C ON, THE VEHICLE LUNGES FOWARD (WHILE IN DRIVE) OR BACKWARD (WHILE IN REVERSE). THIS IS NOTICED MOST WHEN PULLING IN OR OUT OF A GARAGE OR PARKING SPACE. *TR

Sep 9, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

WENT TO START MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE RPMS ON THE VEHICLE INCREASED SLIGHTLY, THE WRENCH, TRACTION CONTROL AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS A LOUD THUNK NOISE. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND TRIED IT AGAIN. SAME THING, I HAD TO DRIVE IT APPROX. 2 MILES, THERE WA...

Sep 9, 2012 Traction Control System 104,000 mi

WENT TO START MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE RPMS ON THE VEHICLE INCREASED SLIGHTLY, THE WRENCH, TRACTION CONTROL AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS A LOUD THUNK NOISE. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND TRIED IT AGAIN. SAME THING, I HAD TO DRIVE IT APPROX. 2 MILES, THERE WA...

Sep 9, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

WENT TO START MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE RPMS ON THE VEHICLE INCREASED SLIGHTLY, THE WRENCH, TRACTION CONTROL AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS A LOUD THUNK NOISE. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND TRIED IT AGAIN. SAME THING, I HAD TO DRIVE IT APPROX. 2 MILES, THERE WA...

Sep 9, 2012 Traction Control System 104,000 mi

WENT TO START MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE RPMS ON THE VEHICLE INCREASED SLIGHTLY, THE WRENCH, TRACTION CONTROL AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS A LOUD THUNK NOISE. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND TRIED IT AGAIN. SAME THING, I HAD TO DRIVE IT APPROX. 2 MILES, THERE WA...

Sep 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

ON 9/5/2012, WAS SITTING IN DRIVE THRU AT MCDONALD'S. WHEN I PICKED MY FOOT UP OFF THE BRAKE TO EASE FORWARD, THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD. I QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES HARD, BUT EACH TIME I TRIED TO EASE FORWARD THIS OCCURRED A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. LUCKILY, I WAS FAR ENOUGH BEHIND THE CAR IN FRONT O...

Sep 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Engine 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Structure 95,500 mi

THE DAY I BOUGHT ME CAR THERE WAS PROBLEMS. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WAS SOAK WITH WATER ANDS THE DEALERSHIPS RESPONSE WAS TO USE THE HEATING SYSTEM TO DRY IT. THE CAR HAD A HIGH PITCH NOISE AND THE GEARS SEEMED TO BE TIGHT. IF MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE EVEN ON AN UP HILL CLIMB THE CAR WOULD ROL...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 95,500 mi

THE DAY I BOUGHT ME CAR THERE WAS PROBLEMS. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WAS SOAK WITH WATER ANDS THE DEALERSHIPS RESPONSE WAS TO USE THE HEATING SYSTEM TO DRY IT. THE CAR HAD A HIGH PITCH NOISE AND THE GEARS SEEMED TO BE TIGHT. IF MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE EVEN ON AN UP HILL CLIMB THE CAR WOULD ROL...

Sep 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

ON 9/5/2012, WAS SITTING IN DRIVE THRU AT MCDONALD'S. WHEN I PICKED MY FOOT UP OFF THE BRAKE TO EASE FORWARD, THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD. I QUICKLY STEP ON THE BRAKES HARD, BUT EACH TIME I TRIED TO EASE FORWARD THIS OCCURRED A TOTAL OF THREE TIMES. LUCKILY, I WAS FAR ENOUGH BEHIND THE CAR IN FRONT O...

Sep 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Engine 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 115,000 mi

FOR QUITE SOME TIME, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES AND WILL STALL WHEN OPERATING AT LOW SPEEDS (PARKING, AND BACKING UP) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON. IT EITHER LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARDS (IF IN REVERSE), THEN STALLS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS VERY ANNOYING. THE CAR SHOULD NOT DO THIS. NO...

Sep 6, 2012 Structure 95,500 mi

THE DAY I BOUGHT ME CAR THERE WAS PROBLEMS. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WAS SOAK WITH WATER ANDS THE DEALERSHIPS RESPONSE WAS TO USE THE HEATING SYSTEM TO DRY IT. THE CAR HAD A HIGH PITCH NOISE AND THE GEARS SEEMED TO BE TIGHT. IF MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE EVEN ON AN UP HILL CLIMB THE CAR WOULD ROL...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 95,500 mi

THE DAY I BOUGHT ME CAR THERE WAS PROBLEMS. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WAS SOAK WITH WATER ANDS THE DEALERSHIPS RESPONSE WAS TO USE THE HEATING SYSTEM TO DRY IT. THE CAR HAD A HIGH PITCH NOISE AND THE GEARS SEEMED TO BE TIGHT. IF MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE EVEN ON AN UP HILL CLIMB THE CAR WOULD ROL...

Sep 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

VEHICLE PLACED IN PARK ON A 100+ DEGREE DAY WITH AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING, THE IDLE BECOME ERRATIC, SURGING TO ABOUT 1800 RPM AND THEN DOWN TO APPROX 300(ALMOST STALL), BACK TO 1500 DOWN TO 400(ALMOST STALL). VEHICLE DID THIS SEVERAL TIMES OVER A 30 MINUTE PERIOD. LATER THAT SAME DAY, OUTSIDE TEMP ...

Sep 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

VEHICLE PLACED IN PARK ON A 100+ DEGREE DAY WITH AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING, THE IDLE BECOME ERRATIC, SURGING TO ABOUT 1800 RPM AND THEN DOWN TO APPROX 300(ALMOST STALL), BACK TO 1500 DOWN TO 400(ALMOST STALL). VEHICLE DID THIS SEVERAL TIMES OVER A 30 MINUTE PERIOD. LATER THAT SAME DAY, OUTSIDE TEMP ...

Sep 3, 2012 Engine 83,824 mi

I'VE NOTICED THE CAR TO LUNGE AND IDLING VERY HIGH. WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING STALL FOR INSTANCE, THE CAR LUNGES OUT AND I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I'M AT A FULL STOP; AT TIMES YOU CAN HEAR THE CAR IDLING VERY HIGH AND WHEN YOU LET GO OF BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES OUT. DURING TRAFFIC, Y...

Sep 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,824 mi

I'VE NOTICED THE CAR TO LUNGE AND IDLING VERY HIGH. WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING STALL FOR INSTANCE, THE CAR LUNGES OUT AND I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I'M AT A FULL STOP; AT TIMES YOU CAN HEAR THE CAR IDLING VERY HIGH AND WHEN YOU LET GO OF BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES OUT. DURING TRAFFIC, Y...

Sep 3, 2012 Engine 83,824 mi

I'VE NOTICED THE CAR TO LUNGE AND IDLING VERY HIGH. WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING STALL FOR INSTANCE, THE CAR LUNGES OUT AND I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I'M AT A FULL STOP; AT TIMES YOU CAN HEAR THE CAR IDLING VERY HIGH AND WHEN YOU LET GO OF BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES OUT. DURING TRAFFIC, Y...

Sep 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,824 mi

I'VE NOTICED THE CAR TO LUNGE AND IDLING VERY HIGH. WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING STALL FOR INSTANCE, THE CAR LUNGES OUT AND I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I'M AT A FULL STOP; AT TIMES YOU CAN HEAR THE CAR IDLING VERY HIGH AND WHEN YOU LET GO OF BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES OUT. DURING TRAFFIC, Y...

Sep 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,600 mi

MY VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT A PASSING CAR. THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME ON AND CAR CONTINUED TO LUNG FORWARD. I NOTICED THIS HAPPEN WHEN THE AC WAS ON. I EXPERIENCED NO ISSUES WHEN THE AC WAS OFF. FORD WANTED ME TO PAY $1800 TO FIX THE THROTTLE BODY AND INTAKE VALVES. AFTER RESEARCH...

Sep 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Sep 2, 2012 Engine 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Sep 2, 2012 Power Train 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Sep 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,600 mi

MY VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT A PASSING CAR. THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE CAME ON AND CAR CONTINUED TO LUNG FORWARD. I NOTICED THIS HAPPEN WHEN THE AC WAS ON. I EXPERIENCED NO ISSUES WHEN THE AC WAS OFF. FORD WANTED ME TO PAY $1800 TO FIX THE THROTTLE BODY AND INTAKE VALVES. AFTER RESEARCH...

Sep 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Sep 2, 2012 Engine 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Sep 2, 2012 Power Train 125,325 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN GOING AT A LOW SPEED. FOR EXAMPLE, GOING INTO OR COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, OR WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEM WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND/OR THE AIR IS ON. YESTERDAY THE PROBLEM H...

Aug 31, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING A PARKING SPACE IN REVERSE AT 5 MPH, THE CONTACT SHIFTED BETWEEN REVERSE AND DRIVE WHEN VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO MAINTAIN PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM S...

Aug 31, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING A PARKING SPACE IN REVERSE AT 5 MPH, THE CONTACT SHIFTED BETWEEN REVERSE AND DRIVE WHEN VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO MAINTAIN PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM S...

Aug 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A STOP SIGN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED 5 TIMES. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED MOST OFTEN WHEN THE WEATHER TEMPERATURE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SE...

Aug 29, 2012 Structure 103,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT WAS ANCHORED TO THE WHEEL WELL, WHICH BECAME RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BECAME DISLODGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE WITH ANYONE IN THE THIRD SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Aug 29, 2012 Seats 103,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT WAS ANCHORED TO THE WHEEL WELL, WHICH BECAME RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BECAME DISLODGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE WITH ANYONE IN THE THIRD SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Aug 29, 2012 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A STOP SIGN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED 5 TIMES. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED MOST OFTEN WHEN THE WEATHER TEMPERATURE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SE...

Aug 29, 2012 Structure 103,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT WAS ANCHORED TO THE WHEEL WELL, WHICH BECAME RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BECAME DISLODGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE WITH ANYONE IN THE THIRD SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Aug 29, 2012 Seats 103,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT WAS ANCHORED TO THE WHEEL WELL, WHICH BECAME RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BECAME DISLODGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE WITH ANYONE IN THE THIRD SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Aug 29, 2012 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR SITTING AT DRIVE THROUGH. ALSO HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINE DYING WHEN REVERSING. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED AS HE CAME TO A STOP SIGN THERE WAS A SUDDEN INCREASE ON ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE ENGAGED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT IT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTART IT IN ORDER ...

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE BRAKING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED MOSTLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. IN ORDER TO CORRECT THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT WOULD APPLY THE BRAKES AND SHIFT TO NEUTRAL, BEFORE SH...

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED AS HE CAME TO A STOP SIGN THERE WAS A SUDDEN INCREASE ON ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE ENGAGED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT IT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTART IT IN ORDER ...

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE BRAKING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED MOSTLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. IN ORDER TO CORRECT THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT WOULD APPLY THE BRAKES AND SHIFT TO NEUTRAL, BEFORE SH...

Aug 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,755 mi

I NOTICED THAT MY CAR WOULD SPEED UP AS I TURNED INTO PARKING PLACES AT LOW SPEED. TOLD MY NON-FORD MECHANIC TO TAKE A LOOK IN NOV. 2009. HE SUGGESTED A FUEL SYSTEM CLEANUP. IT SEEMED TO WORK UNTIL AUGUST 2010 WHEN MY CHILDREN'S SCHOOL STARTED A CARPOOL LINE FOR AFTER SCHOOL PICKUP. IT IS HOT IN...

Aug 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,755 mi

I NOTICED THAT MY CAR WOULD SPEED UP AS I TURNED INTO PARKING PLACES AT LOW SPEED. TOLD MY NON-FORD MECHANIC TO TAKE A LOOK IN NOV. 2009. HE SUGGESTED A FUEL SYSTEM CLEANUP. IT SEEMED TO WORK UNTIL AUGUST 2010 WHEN MY CHILDREN'S SCHOOL STARTED A CARPOOL LINE FOR AFTER SCHOOL PICKUP. IT IS HOT IN...

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 90,100 mi

WHILE COMING TO A STOP THE CAR STARTED MAKING A HELICOPTER SOUND, AND THE CHECK TRANSMISSION AND CHECK TRAC CONTROL LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING AS WAS THE AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT. *TR

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 90,100 mi

WHILE COMING TO A STOP THE CAR STARTED MAKING A HELICOPTER SOUND, AND THE CHECK TRANSMISSION AND CHECK TRAC CONTROL LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING AS WAS THE AWD MALFUNCTION LIGHT. *TR

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 95,000 mi

THE CAR HAD BEEN MAKING A LOW GROANING NOISE FOR A FEW MONTHS AND THE MECHANICS WERE UNABLE TO DETECT ANY ISSUES. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55MPH WHEN A LOUD BLAST CAME FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR. THE TRANSMISSION LITERALLY EXPLODED AND BLEW A HOLE IN THE HOUSING AND S...

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

THE CARS WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT COME ON WHILE SITTING ON HOT DAYS WITH THE A/C ON. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES INTO A FAIL SAFE MODE THAT ALLOWS ONLY 15MPH AND IT SURGES REAL BAD IN FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH A VERY LOUD AND SUDDEN THUNK WHEN PUTTING IT IN GEAR. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THI...

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 95,000 mi

THE CAR HAD BEEN MAKING A LOW GROANING NOISE FOR A FEW MONTHS AND THE MECHANICS WERE UNABLE TO DETECT ANY ISSUES. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55MPH WHEN A LOUD BLAST CAME FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR. THE TRANSMISSION LITERALLY EXPLODED AND BLEW A HOLE IN THE HOUSING AND S...

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

THE CARS WRENCH LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT COME ON WHILE SITTING ON HOT DAYS WITH THE A/C ON. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT GOES INTO A FAIL SAFE MODE THAT ALLOWS ONLY 15MPH AND IT SURGES REAL BAD IN FORWARD OR REVERSE WITH A VERY LOUD AND SUDDEN THUNK WHEN PUTTING IT IN GEAR. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THI...

Aug 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THROTTLE BODY REPLACED ONCE IN 2010 AN NOW IT NEEDS REPLACING AGAIN. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Structure Crash 156,000 mi

AFTER COMING HOME FROM A TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE, ABOUT 5 MILE TOTAL ROUND TRIP; I PULLED INTO MY GARAGE. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND ABOUT TO MOVE THE GEAR LEVER FROM DRIVE TO PARK, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD HITTING A METAL STORAGE SHELF. THE CAR SURGED 5 FEET FORWARD WHILE ENGINE RPMS ...

Aug 19, 2012 Power Train Crash 156,000 mi

AFTER COMING HOME FROM A TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE, ABOUT 5 MILE TOTAL ROUND TRIP; I PULLED INTO MY GARAGE. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND ABOUT TO MOVE THE GEAR LEVER FROM DRIVE TO PARK, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD HITTING A METAL STORAGE SHELF. THE CAR SURGED 5 FEET FORWARD WHILE ENGINE RPMS ...

Aug 19, 2012 Steering 75,000 mi

WHEN I START MY 2005 FREESTYLE AND PUT THE A/C ON OR PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND USE THE STEERING WHEEL THE CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF AND TRIES TO TAKEOFF. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THROTTLE BODY REPLACED ONCE IN 2010 AN NOW IT NEEDS REPLACING AGAIN. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Structure Crash 156,000 mi

AFTER COMING HOME FROM A TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE, ABOUT 5 MILE TOTAL ROUND TRIP; I PULLED INTO MY GARAGE. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND ABOUT TO MOVE THE GEAR LEVER FROM DRIVE TO PARK, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD HITTING A METAL STORAGE SHELF. THE CAR SURGED 5 FEET FORWARD WHILE ENGINE RPMS ...

Aug 19, 2012 Power Train Crash 156,000 mi

AFTER COMING HOME FROM A TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE, ABOUT 5 MILE TOTAL ROUND TRIP; I PULLED INTO MY GARAGE. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND ABOUT TO MOVE THE GEAR LEVER FROM DRIVE TO PARK, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD HITTING A METAL STORAGE SHELF. THE CAR SURGED 5 FEET FORWARD WHILE ENGINE RPMS ...

Aug 19, 2012 Steering 75,000 mi

WHEN I START MY 2005 FREESTYLE AND PUT THE A/C ON OR PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND USE THE STEERING WHEEL THE CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF AND TRIES TO TAKEOFF. *TR

Aug 18, 2012 Power Train 117,000 mi

WHEN HOT AND TYPICALLY WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD DURING BACKUP AND SLOW MANEUVERING. OCCASIONALLY IT WILL ALSO DIE. IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. ALMOST HIT A COUPLE OF STUDENTS WHILE IN PULLMAN. EVEN HAPPENS WITH THE FOOT ON THE BRAKE. I AM REALLY SURPRISED THERE HAS NOT...

Aug 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 106,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY FREESTYLE IN MARCH FROM A USED CAR DEALER. OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS OR SO IT HAS STARTED LUNGING AT SLOW SPEEDS. MULTIPLE TIMES COMING CLOSE TO HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE AFTER PULLING TO A FULL STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WITH FOOT PRESSED FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I AM SCARED TO DE...

Aug 18, 2012 Engine 106,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY FREESTYLE IN MARCH FROM A USED CAR DEALER. OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS OR SO IT HAS STARTED LUNGING AT SLOW SPEEDS. MULTIPLE TIMES COMING CLOSE TO HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE AFTER PULLING TO A FULL STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WITH FOOT PRESSED FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I AM SCARED TO DE...

Aug 18, 2012 Power Train 117,000 mi

WHEN HOT AND TYPICALLY WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD DURING BACKUP AND SLOW MANEUVERING. OCCASIONALLY IT WILL ALSO DIE. IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. ALMOST HIT A COUPLE OF STUDENTS WHILE IN PULLMAN. EVEN HAPPENS WITH THE FOOT ON THE BRAKE. I AM REALLY SURPRISED THERE HAS NOT...

Aug 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 106,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY FREESTYLE IN MARCH FROM A USED CAR DEALER. OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS OR SO IT HAS STARTED LUNGING AT SLOW SPEEDS. MULTIPLE TIMES COMING CLOSE TO HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE AFTER PULLING TO A FULL STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WITH FOOT PRESSED FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I AM SCARED TO DE...

Aug 18, 2012 Engine 106,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY FREESTYLE IN MARCH FROM A USED CAR DEALER. OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS OR SO IT HAS STARTED LUNGING AT SLOW SPEEDS. MULTIPLE TIMES COMING CLOSE TO HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE AFTER PULLING TO A FULL STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WITH FOOT PRESSED FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I AM SCARED TO DE...

Aug 16, 2012 Power Train 82,100 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THE CAR TWICE NOW. BOTH TIMES WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY WITH ME. HUSBAND AND TWO DAUGHTER OF 10 AND 12. WHILE SITTING IN THE CAR, WITH THE AC RUNNING, WE PLACED THE CAR IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE WENT HIGH SPEED AHEAD WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE ON THE GA...

Aug 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED WHENEVER COMING TO STOP OR WHEN IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE MOTOR MOUNT HAD FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 68...

Aug 16, 2012 Power Train 82,100 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THE CAR TWICE NOW. BOTH TIMES WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY WITH ME. HUSBAND AND TWO DAUGHTER OF 10 AND 12. WHILE SITTING IN THE CAR, WITH THE AC RUNNING, WE PLACED THE CAR IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE WENT HIGH SPEED AHEAD WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE ON THE GA...

Aug 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED WHENEVER COMING TO STOP OR WHEN IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE MOTOR MOUNT HAD FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 68...

Aug 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE M...

Aug 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE M...

Aug 13, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR TO DRIVE CAUSES A DANGEROUS SPIKE IN RPMS AND THE CAR TRIES TO TAKE OFF WITH NO FOOT ON GAS PEDAL. SEEMS TO BE INCREASING MORE AND MORE AND GIVES A FEELING THAT THE BRAKES WON'T HOLD THE CAR FROM TAKING OFF ON DAY. MAKES ME FEARFUL FOR PARKING LOT AREAS OR DRIVEWAY A...

Aug 13, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR TO DRIVE CAUSES A DANGEROUS SPIKE IN RPMS AND THE CAR TRIES TO TAKE OFF WITH NO FOOT ON GAS PEDAL. SEEMS TO BE INCREASING MORE AND MORE AND GIVES A FEELING THAT THE BRAKES WON'T HOLD THE CAR FROM TAKING OFF ON DAY. MAKES ME FEARFUL FOR PARKING LOT AREAS OR DRIVEWAY A...

Aug 12, 2012 Engine 55,235 mi

YESTERDAY I WAS IN LINE AT A DRIVE THRU. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL SLIGHTLY TO MAKE A TURN AND ROLL FORWARD A BIT IN THE LINE THE CAR MADE A DRAMATIC LUNGE FORWARD WITH VERY NOTICEABLE INCREASE IN THROTTLE, BUT I DID NOT HAVE MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY ADDITIONAL BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR FROM...

Aug 12, 2012 Engine 55,235 mi

YESTERDAY I WAS IN LINE AT A DRIVE THRU. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL SLIGHTLY TO MAKE A TURN AND ROLL FORWARD A BIT IN THE LINE THE CAR MADE A DRAMATIC LUNGE FORWARD WITH VERY NOTICEABLE INCREASE IN THROTTLE, BUT I DID NOT HAVE MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY ADDITIONAL BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR FROM...

Aug 11, 2012 Service Brakes 99,000 mi

WE WERE BACKING UP IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED TO WHERE WE HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, LUCKILY NO ONE WAS BEHIND US OR WE COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. IT IS LURCHING FORWARD WHEN WE ARE AT SLOW SPEEDS FOR NO REASON, I AM WORRIED THAT IF SOMEONE IS IN FRONT OR BACK OF US WE WILL HIT THE...

Aug 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

WE WERE BACKING UP IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED TO WHERE WE HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, LUCKILY NO ONE WAS BEHIND US OR WE COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. IT IS LURCHING FORWARD WHEN WE ARE AT SLOW SPEEDS FOR NO REASON, I AM WORRIED THAT IF SOMEONE IS IN FRONT OR BACK OF US WE WILL HIT THE...

Aug 11, 2012 Service Brakes 99,000 mi

WE WERE BACKING UP IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED TO WHERE WE HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, LUCKILY NO ONE WAS BEHIND US OR WE COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. IT IS LURCHING FORWARD WHEN WE ARE AT SLOW SPEEDS FOR NO REASON, I AM WORRIED THAT IF SOMEONE IS IN FRONT OR BACK OF US WE WILL HIT THE...

Aug 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

WE WERE BACKING UP IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED TO WHERE WE HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, LUCKILY NO ONE WAS BEHIND US OR WE COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. IT IS LURCHING FORWARD WHEN WE ARE AT SLOW SPEEDS FOR NO REASON, I AM WORRIED THAT IF SOMEONE IS IN FRONT OR BACK OF US WE WILL HIT THE...

Aug 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN PARK GEAR, OR DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE ALSO ACCELERATED WHEN THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING, A...

Aug 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN PARK GEAR, OR DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE ALSO ACCELERATED WHEN THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING, A...

Aug 8, 2012 Engine 101,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE IT RAVES ON IT'S OWN WITH OUT ME STEPPING ON THE GAS. IT ALSO TRYS AND TAKES OFF ON ITS OWN IT HAS DONE IT VARIOUS TIMES. I JUST GOT IT OUT THE DEALERSHIP ON 8/7/12 DUE TO AC COMPRESSOR TOOK THE DEALERSHIP A WHOLE WEEK TO FIX WENT TO PICK IT UP LEFT THE DEALER AND IT STARTED ACCEL...

Aug 8, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE IT RAVES ON IT'S OWN WITH OUT ME STEPPING ON THE GAS. IT ALSO TRYS AND TAKES OFF ON ITS OWN IT HAS DONE IT VARIOUS TIMES. I JUST GOT IT OUT THE DEALERSHIP ON 8/7/12 DUE TO AC COMPRESSOR TOOK THE DEALERSHIP A WHOLE WEEK TO FIX WENT TO PICK IT UP LEFT THE DEALER AND IT STARTED ACCEL...

Aug 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

WHILE IDLING WAITING TO PICK UP MY CHILDREN AT SCHOOL. THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE / ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY. HAD I NOT HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE MY CAR WOULD HAVE MOVED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME OR A PERSON LEAVING THE SCHOOL TO GO TO THE PARKING LOT. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS H...

Aug 8, 2012 Engine 101,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE IT RAVES ON IT'S OWN WITH OUT ME STEPPING ON THE GAS. IT ALSO TRYS AND TAKES OFF ON ITS OWN IT HAS DONE IT VARIOUS TIMES. I JUST GOT IT OUT THE DEALERSHIP ON 8/7/12 DUE TO AC COMPRESSOR TOOK THE DEALERSHIP A WHOLE WEEK TO FIX WENT TO PICK IT UP LEFT THE DEALER AND IT STARTED ACCEL...

Aug 8, 2012 Power Train 101,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE IT RAVES ON IT'S OWN WITH OUT ME STEPPING ON THE GAS. IT ALSO TRYS AND TAKES OFF ON ITS OWN IT HAS DONE IT VARIOUS TIMES. I JUST GOT IT OUT THE DEALERSHIP ON 8/7/12 DUE TO AC COMPRESSOR TOOK THE DEALERSHIP A WHOLE WEEK TO FIX WENT TO PICK IT UP LEFT THE DEALER AND IT STARTED ACCEL...

Aug 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

WHILE IDLING WAITING TO PICK UP MY CHILDREN AT SCHOOL. THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE / ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY. HAD I NOT HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE MY CAR WOULD HAVE MOVED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME OR A PERSON LEAVING THE SCHOOL TO GO TO THE PARKING LOT. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT THIS H...

Aug 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 85,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE WILL RANDOMLY SURGE BACKWARD/FORWARD AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, OR GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, OR GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THIS HAS CAUSED MY WIFE TO ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS. IT WILL ALSO SURGE FORWARD WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT. TH...

Aug 7, 2012 Service Brakes 85,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE WILL RANDOMLY SURGE BACKWARD/FORWARD AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, OR GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, OR GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THIS HAS CAUSED MY WIFE TO ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS. IT WILL ALSO SURGE FORWARD WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT. TH...

Aug 7, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 7, 2012 Power Train 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 7, 2012 Engine 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 85,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE WILL RANDOMLY SURGE BACKWARD/FORWARD AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, OR GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, OR GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THIS HAS CAUSED MY WIFE TO ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS. IT WILL ALSO SURGE FORWARD WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT. TH...

Aug 7, 2012 Service Brakes 85,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE WILL RANDOMLY SURGE BACKWARD/FORWARD AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, OR GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, OR GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THIS HAS CAUSED MY WIFE TO ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS. IT WILL ALSO SURGE FORWARD WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT. TH...

Aug 7, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 7, 2012 Power Train 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 7, 2012 Engine 57,445 mi

RECENTLY, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LUNGING FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND YESTERDAY IT DID IT TWICE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I TOOK IT TO BIG COUNTRY FORD AND THEY ARE TRYING TO TELL ME IT IS MY WATER-PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR. THEY ALSO SAID MY MOTOR MOUNT WAS BROKEN, WHICH WAS A COMMON PROBL...

Aug 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,000.

Aug 6, 2012 Power Train 48,000 mi

LUNGING WHEN SWITCHING GEARS. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Engine 48,000 mi

LUNGING WHEN SWITCHING GEARS. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,000.

Aug 6, 2012 Power Train 48,000 mi

LUNGING WHEN SWITCHING GEARS. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Engine 48,000 mi

LUNGING WHEN SWITCHING GEARS. *TR

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 89,000 mi

FOR A NUMBER OF WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING STILL. AFTER THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD THE DASHBOARD READOUT SAYS: "ENGINE FAILURE MODE". THIS HAPPENED ON FRIDAY JULY 6TH WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST LUNGED INTO SPEEDING TRAFFIC, AND MORE RECENTLY ON FRIDAY A...

Aug 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

FOR A NUMBER OF WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING STILL. AFTER THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD THE DASHBOARD READOUT SAYS: "ENGINE FAILURE MODE". THIS HAPPENED ON FRIDAY JULY 6TH WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST LUNGED INTO SPEEDING TRAFFIC, AND MORE RECENTLY ON FRIDAY A...

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 105,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY HAD MY FREESTYLE(05)BECOME INCREASINGLY HORRIBLE LUNGING IN PARKING LOTS,DRIVE THRU'S,ETC. UPON READING ABOUT IT ON YOUR WEBSITE I REALIZED HOW MUCH OF THE SAME PROBLEMS ARE OCCURING FOR ALL THE OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE. IT JUST RECENTLY HAS GOTTEN WORSE SINCE I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRE...

Aug 5, 2012 Power Train 105,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY HAD MY FREESTYLE(05)BECOME INCREASINGLY HORRIBLE LUNGING IN PARKING LOTS,DRIVE THRU'S,ETC. UPON READING ABOUT IT ON YOUR WEBSITE I REALIZED HOW MUCH OF THE SAME PROBLEMS ARE OCCURING FOR ALL THE OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE. IT JUST RECENTLY HAS GOTTEN WORSE SINCE I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRE...

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 5, 2012 Power Train 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 89,000 mi

FOR A NUMBER OF WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING STILL. AFTER THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD THE DASHBOARD READOUT SAYS: "ENGINE FAILURE MODE". THIS HAPPENED ON FRIDAY JULY 6TH WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST LUNGED INTO SPEEDING TRAFFIC, AND MORE RECENTLY ON FRIDAY A...

Aug 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

FOR A NUMBER OF WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING STILL. AFTER THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD THE DASHBOARD READOUT SAYS: "ENGINE FAILURE MODE". THIS HAPPENED ON FRIDAY JULY 6TH WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST LUNGED INTO SPEEDING TRAFFIC, AND MORE RECENTLY ON FRIDAY A...

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 105,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY HAD MY FREESTYLE(05)BECOME INCREASINGLY HORRIBLE LUNGING IN PARKING LOTS,DRIVE THRU'S,ETC. UPON READING ABOUT IT ON YOUR WEBSITE I REALIZED HOW MUCH OF THE SAME PROBLEMS ARE OCCURING FOR ALL THE OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE. IT JUST RECENTLY HAS GOTTEN WORSE SINCE I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRE...

Aug 5, 2012 Power Train 105,000 mi

I JUST RECENTLY HAD MY FREESTYLE(05)BECOME INCREASINGLY HORRIBLE LUNGING IN PARKING LOTS,DRIVE THRU'S,ETC. UPON READING ABOUT IT ON YOUR WEBSITE I REALIZED HOW MUCH OF THE SAME PROBLEMS ARE OCCURING FOR ALL THE OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE. IT JUST RECENTLY HAS GOTTEN WORSE SINCE I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRE...

Aug 5, 2012 Engine 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 5, 2012 Power Train 57,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CAR (2005 FORD FREESTYLE) WOULD NOT ACCELERATE/MAINTAIN SPEED AND QUICKLY DECELERATED AND HAD TO BE PULLED INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TRAVELI...

Aug 4, 2012 Power Train 92,115 mi

CAR BEGUN ACCELERATING WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE. NOTICED THAT IT WOULD ACCELERATE OR LUNG AT LOW SPEED. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARD OR REVERSE. ALSO REVS UP MOTOR WHILE STOPPED. IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE PULLING INTO PARKING SPACES (HAVE ALMOST WENT O...

Aug 4, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS FOR SEVERAL MONTHS, USUALLY WITH FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE. WHEN THIS OCCURRED ON 8/3/12, THE VEHICLE LOST CONSIDERABLE POWER AND THE DASH INDICATED "SAFE MODE". MECHANIC ADVISED THROTTLE BODY NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Aug 4, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 104,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND DIED...WHILE MY FOOT WAS PUSHED ON THE BRAKE...MY AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON...I TURNED THAT OFF AND CONTINUED TO TRY AND RESTART IT TOOK A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN IT FINALLY DID IT SHOWED MY THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT...AND IS STILL ON...THIS PROBLEM NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSE...

Aug 4, 2012 Power Train 92,115 mi

CAR BEGUN ACCELERATING WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE. NOTICED THAT IT WOULD ACCELERATE OR LUNG AT LOW SPEED. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARD OR REVERSE. ALSO REVS UP MOTOR WHILE STOPPED. IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE PULLING INTO PARKING SPACES (HAVE ALMOST WENT O...

Aug 4, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS FOR SEVERAL MONTHS, USUALLY WITH FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE. WHEN THIS OCCURRED ON 8/3/12, THE VEHICLE LOST CONSIDERABLE POWER AND THE DASH INDICATED "SAFE MODE". MECHANIC ADVISED THROTTLE BODY NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Aug 4, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 104,000 mi

MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND DIED...WHILE MY FOOT WAS PUSHED ON THE BRAKE...MY AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON...I TURNED THAT OFF AND CONTINUED TO TRY AND RESTART IT TOOK A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN IT FINALLY DID IT SHOWED MY THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT...AND IS STILL ON...THIS PROBLEM NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSE...

Aug 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 80,000 mi

ON MARCH 4TH 2010 I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY SISTERS DRIVEWAY WHEN MY CAR SURGED AND CAUSED ME TO BACK INTO HER NEIGHBORS GARAGE ACROSS THE ALLEY. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CLOSE CALLS FROM ALMOST HITTING PEDESTRIANS IN CROSS WALKS TO ALMOST HITTING THE FRONT OF STORES, OR OTHER VEHICLES WHILE ATT...

Aug 2, 2012 Unknown Or Other Crash 80,000 mi

ON MARCH 4TH 2010 I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY SISTERS DRIVEWAY WHEN MY CAR SURGED AND CAUSED ME TO BACK INTO HER NEIGHBORS GARAGE ACROSS THE ALLEY. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CLOSE CALLS FROM ALMOST HITTING PEDESTRIANS IN CROSS WALKS TO ALMOST HITTING THE FRONT OF STORES, OR OTHER VEHICLES WHILE ATT...

Aug 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 77,859 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN STARTING OUT FROM PARKED, LUNGES IN FORWARD GEAR, AND IN REVERSE GEAR. I SEE THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM. I HAD THIS PROBLEM MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE AND HAVE NEARLY INJURED SOMEONE WHEN HE STEPPED BEHIND MY VEHICLE AS I PUT IT...

Aug 2, 2012 Power Train 77,859 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN STARTING OUT FROM PARKED, LUNGES IN FORWARD GEAR, AND IN REVERSE GEAR. I SEE THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM. I HAD THIS PROBLEM MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE AND HAVE NEARLY INJURED SOMEONE WHEN HE STEPPED BEHIND MY VEHICLE AS I PUT IT...

Aug 2, 2012 Power Train 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Steering 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Service Brakes 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Engine 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 80,000 mi

ON MARCH 4TH 2010 I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY SISTERS DRIVEWAY WHEN MY CAR SURGED AND CAUSED ME TO BACK INTO HER NEIGHBORS GARAGE ACROSS THE ALLEY. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CLOSE CALLS FROM ALMOST HITTING PEDESTRIANS IN CROSS WALKS TO ALMOST HITTING THE FRONT OF STORES, OR OTHER VEHICLES WHILE ATT...

Aug 2, 2012 Unknown Or Other Crash 80,000 mi

ON MARCH 4TH 2010 I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY SISTERS DRIVEWAY WHEN MY CAR SURGED AND CAUSED ME TO BACK INTO HER NEIGHBORS GARAGE ACROSS THE ALLEY. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CLOSE CALLS FROM ALMOST HITTING PEDESTRIANS IN CROSS WALKS TO ALMOST HITTING THE FRONT OF STORES, OR OTHER VEHICLES WHILE ATT...

Aug 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 77,859 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN STARTING OUT FROM PARKED, LUNGES IN FORWARD GEAR, AND IN REVERSE GEAR. I SEE THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM. I HAD THIS PROBLEM MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE AND HAVE NEARLY INJURED SOMEONE WHEN HE STEPPED BEHIND MY VEHICLE AS I PUT IT...

Aug 2, 2012 Power Train 77,859 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN STARTING OUT FROM PARKED, LUNGES IN FORWARD GEAR, AND IN REVERSE GEAR. I SEE THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM. I HAD THIS PROBLEM MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE AND HAVE NEARLY INJURED SOMEONE WHEN HE STEPPED BEHIND MY VEHICLE AS I PUT IT...

Aug 2, 2012 Power Train 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Steering 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Service Brakes 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Engine 102,153 mi

1. PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD, STEERING WAS TURNED SHARPLY AT THE TIME AND FOOT ON BRAKE 2. PULLING IN GARAGE AND VEHICLE SURGED WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IN REVERSE WITH THE CONTACTS FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO APPLY THE BRAKES UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAI...

Aug 1, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

DURING HOTTER WEATHER IF THE CAR IDLES AT A STOP LIGHT OR IN TRAFFIC, IT STARTS SURGING UNCONTROLLABLY UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED VERY FIRMLY. USUALLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE FAIL SAFE MODE ENGAGE. THE ENGINE SPEED SURGES UP AND DOWN AND TRIES TO MOVE THE CAR. IF THE BRAKE IS NOT ...

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

DURING HOTTER WEATHER IF THE CAR IDLES AT A STOP LIGHT OR IN TRAFFIC, IT STARTS SURGING UNCONTROLLABLY UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED VERY FIRMLY. USUALLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE FAIL SAFE MODE ENGAGE. THE ENGINE SPEED SURGES UP AND DOWN AND TRIES TO MOVE THE CAR. IF THE BRAKE IS NOT ...

Aug 1, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IN REVERSE WITH THE CONTACTS FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO APPLY THE BRAKES UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAI...

Aug 1, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 140,000 mi

DURING HOTTER WEATHER IF THE CAR IDLES AT A STOP LIGHT OR IN TRAFFIC, IT STARTS SURGING UNCONTROLLABLY UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED VERY FIRMLY. USUALLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE FAIL SAFE MODE ENGAGE. THE ENGINE SPEED SURGES UP AND DOWN AND TRIES TO MOVE THE CAR. IF THE BRAKE IS NOT ...

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

DURING HOTTER WEATHER IF THE CAR IDLES AT A STOP LIGHT OR IN TRAFFIC, IT STARTS SURGING UNCONTROLLABLY UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED VERY FIRMLY. USUALLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE FAIL SAFE MODE ENGAGE. THE ENGINE SPEED SURGES UP AND DOWN AND TRIES TO MOVE THE CAR. IF THE BRAKE IS NOT ...

Jul 30, 2012 Power Train 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE IN ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF ...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

THE SAME THING HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE WEATHER GETS WARM (90+ DEGREES F). VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THROTTLE PEDAL AND WITH STALL WHEN BRAKE IS PRESSED HARD TO STOP LUNGE. HAVE BEEN TOLD BY SEVERAL TECHNICIANS THAT THE THROTTLE BODY SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED. WE HAVE REPLAC...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 4 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR OR MORE TIMES BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN TAKEN TO A DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED BACKWARDS. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOSTLY AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. THE VEHIC...

Jul 30, 2012 Power Train 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE IN ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF ...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

THE SAME THING HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE WEATHER GETS WARM (90+ DEGREES F). VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THROTTLE PEDAL AND WITH STALL WHEN BRAKE IS PRESSED HARD TO STOP LUNGE. HAVE BEEN TOLD BY SEVERAL TECHNICIANS THAT THE THROTTLE BODY SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED. WE HAVE REPLAC...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 4 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR OR MORE TIMES BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN TAKEN TO A DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE...

Jul 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED BACKWARDS. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOSTLY AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. THE VEHIC...

Jul 29, 2012 Engine 53,000 mi

WAITING IN LINE ON THE EXIT RAMP IN DALLAS. AC WAS ON. THE CAR STARTED SURGING FORWARD AND ENGINE STARTED REVVING UP. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES AND I HAD TO APPLY BRAKES HARD TO KEEP FROM HITTING A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. A WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED AC OFF AND ...

Jul 29, 2012 Engine 82,512 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES VIOLENTLY AFTER WARMING UP WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE AND YOU COME TO A STOP. THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD QUICKLY AND WITHOUT WARNING SEVERAL FEET AND WHEN YOU TRY TO BRAKE TO STOP THE FORWARD PROGRESS, IT USUALLY DIES AND GIVES THE "WRENCH" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT WI...

Jul 29, 2012 Power Train 82,512 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES VIOLENTLY AFTER WARMING UP WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE AND YOU COME TO A STOP. THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD QUICKLY AND WITHOUT WARNING SEVERAL FEET AND WHEN YOU TRY TO BRAKE TO STOP THE FORWARD PROGRESS, IT USUALLY DIES AND GIVES THE "WRENCH" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT WI...

Jul 29, 2012 Engine 53,000 mi

WAITING IN LINE ON THE EXIT RAMP IN DALLAS. AC WAS ON. THE CAR STARTED SURGING FORWARD AND ENGINE STARTED REVVING UP. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES AND I HAD TO APPLY BRAKES HARD TO KEEP FROM HITTING A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. A WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT CAME ON. TURNED AC OFF AND ...

Jul 29, 2012 Engine 82,512 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES VIOLENTLY AFTER WARMING UP WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE AND YOU COME TO A STOP. THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD QUICKLY AND WITHOUT WARNING SEVERAL FEET AND WHEN YOU TRY TO BRAKE TO STOP THE FORWARD PROGRESS, IT USUALLY DIES AND GIVES THE "WRENCH" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT WI...

Jul 29, 2012 Power Train 82,512 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES VIOLENTLY AFTER WARMING UP WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE AND YOU COME TO A STOP. THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD QUICKLY AND WITHOUT WARNING SEVERAL FEET AND WHEN YOU TRY TO BRAKE TO STOP THE FORWARD PROGRESS, IT USUALLY DIES AND GIVES THE "WRENCH" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT WI...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Engine 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 66,592 mi

SAME ISSUES AS INVESTIGATION # PE11018. I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE ENGINE ATTEMPTED TO SURGE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. I WAS IN CONTROL WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AFTER EXITING THE PARKING LOT, I DROVE ABOUT 400-500 FEET AND STOPPED. BACKED UP AND THEN AS I WENT FORWARD, THE ENGINE...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 66,592 mi

SAME ISSUES AS INVESTIGATION # PE11018. I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE ENGINE ATTEMPTED TO SURGE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. I WAS IN CONTROL WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AFTER EXITING THE PARKING LOT, I DROVE ABOUT 400-500 FEET AND STOPPED. BACKED UP AND THEN AS I WENT FORWARD, THE ENGINE...

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PULLING INTO OR BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SPEED SUDDENLY INCREASES WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON ACCELERATOR. WHEN THIS HAPPENS VEHICLE "LUNGES" AND SOMETIMES TRAVELS FAIRLY FAR. WHEN BREAK IS APPLIED THE MOVEMENT STOPS, BUT AT TIMES IT TAKES VERY FIRM PRESSURE ON BREAK PEDAL FOR MOVEMENT TO ...

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,097 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE EXCESSIVELY WHEN SHIFTING IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY LUNGE BACKWARD WHEN THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAI...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 106,302 mi

CAR WAS PARKED WITH OUT SIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 100+, STARTED CAR AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF ANGLE PARKING STALL, CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THROTTLE PEDAL NOT YET BEING PRESSED AND I APPLIED RAPID BRAKE STOPPING CAR. ENGINE WRENCH ICON APPEARED ON DASH DISPLAY WITH ENGINE FAILSAFE MESSAGE SHO...

Jul 27, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 106,302 mi

CAR WAS PARKED WITH OUT SIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 100+, STARTED CAR AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF ANGLE PARKING STALL, CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THROTTLE PEDAL NOT YET BEING PRESSED AND I APPLIED RAPID BRAKE STOPPING CAR. ENGINE WRENCH ICON APPEARED ON DASH DISPLAY WITH ENGINE FAILSAFE MESSAGE SHO...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Engine 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 135,000 mi

WHEN CAR IS STOPPED, TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, FOOT USUALLY ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGES FORWARD FOR 2 -3 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST A DOZEN TIMES SINCE AND HAVE TO THIS POINT BEEN ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BEFORE DAMAGE OR INJURY HAS OCCURRED. *TR

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 66,592 mi

SAME ISSUES AS INVESTIGATION # PE11018. I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE ENGINE ATTEMPTED TO SURGE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. I WAS IN CONTROL WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AFTER EXITING THE PARKING LOT, I DROVE ABOUT 400-500 FEET AND STOPPED. BACKED UP AND THEN AS I WENT FORWARD, THE ENGINE...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 66,592 mi

SAME ISSUES AS INVESTIGATION # PE11018. I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE ENGINE ATTEMPTED TO SURGE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. I WAS IN CONTROL WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AFTER EXITING THE PARKING LOT, I DROVE ABOUT 400-500 FEET AND STOPPED. BACKED UP AND THEN AS I WENT FORWARD, THE ENGINE...

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PULLING INTO OR BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACE, VEHICLE SPEED SUDDENLY INCREASES WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON ACCELERATOR. WHEN THIS HAPPENS VEHICLE "LUNGES" AND SOMETIMES TRAVELS FAIRLY FAR. WHEN BREAK IS APPLIED THE MOVEMENT STOPS, BUT AT TIMES IT TAKES VERY FIRM PRESSURE ON BREAK PEDAL FOR MOVEMENT TO ...

Jul 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,097 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE EXCESSIVELY WHEN SHIFTING IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY LUNGE BACKWARD WHEN THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAI...

Jul 27, 2012 Power Train 106,302 mi

CAR WAS PARKED WITH OUT SIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 100+, STARTED CAR AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF ANGLE PARKING STALL, CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THROTTLE PEDAL NOT YET BEING PRESSED AND I APPLIED RAPID BRAKE STOPPING CAR. ENGINE WRENCH ICON APPEARED ON DASH DISPLAY WITH ENGINE FAILSAFE MESSAGE SHO...

Jul 27, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 106,302 mi

CAR WAS PARKED WITH OUT SIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 100+, STARTED CAR AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF ANGLE PARKING STALL, CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THROTTLE PEDAL NOT YET BEING PRESSED AND I APPLIED RAPID BRAKE STOPPING CAR. ENGINE WRENCH ICON APPEARED ON DASH DISPLAY WITH ENGINE FAILSAFE MESSAGE SHO...

Jul 26, 2012 Power Train 67,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE "SURGING" PROBLEM BEING INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, STARTED TO BACK OUT OF THE SPACE AND THE ENGINE SURGED AND LURCHED BACKWARDS INTO THE DRIVING AREA. I PUT IT INTO PARK AND NOTICED THE ENGINE RPMS GOING UP AND DOWN INSTEAD ...

Jul 26, 2012 Engine 67,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE "SURGING" PROBLEM BEING INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, STARTED TO BACK OUT OF THE SPACE AND THE ENGINE SURGED AND LURCHED BACKWARDS INTO THE DRIVING AREA. I PUT IT INTO PARK AND NOTICED THE ENGINE RPMS GOING UP AND DOWN INSTEAD ...

Jul 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY AND INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY STALL WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS A MECHANIC AND INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. HE WAS ABLE TO GENERATE FAILURE C...

Jul 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY CAR IS LUNGING FORWARDS/BACKWARDS AND MY MOTOR REVS UP AT THE TIME THIS LUNGING OCCURS. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENS WHILE I AM SITTING AT A RED LIGHT, STOP SIGN, OR DRIVE THRU (ANYTIME THE CAR IS ON AND MY FOOT IT ON THE BRAKE) AND SOMETIMES IT HAPPENS RIGHT AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AS I ...

Jul 26, 2012 Power Train 67,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE "SURGING" PROBLEM BEING INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, STARTED TO BACK OUT OF THE SPACE AND THE ENGINE SURGED AND LURCHED BACKWARDS INTO THE DRIVING AREA. I PUT IT INTO PARK AND NOTICED THE ENGINE RPMS GOING UP AND DOWN INSTEAD ...

Jul 26, 2012 Engine 67,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE "SURGING" PROBLEM BEING INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, STARTED TO BACK OUT OF THE SPACE AND THE ENGINE SURGED AND LURCHED BACKWARDS INTO THE DRIVING AREA. I PUT IT INTO PARK AND NOTICED THE ENGINE RPMS GOING UP AND DOWN INSTEAD ...

Jul 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY AND INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY STALL WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS A MECHANIC AND INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. HE WAS ABLE TO GENERATE FAILURE C...

Jul 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY CAR IS LUNGING FORWARDS/BACKWARDS AND MY MOTOR REVS UP AT THE TIME THIS LUNGING OCCURS. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENS WHILE I AM SITTING AT A RED LIGHT, STOP SIGN, OR DRIVE THRU (ANYTIME THE CAR IS ON AND MY FOOT IT ON THE BRAKE) AND SOMETIMES IT HAPPENS RIGHT AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AS I ...

Jul 23, 2012 Engine 131,500 mi

ROAD TRIP FROM BC TO ONTARIO, DRIVING THROUGH MOUNTAINS, FIRST OCCURRENCE IN CHASE, BC, AT DAIRY QUEEN CAR LUNGED IN DRIVE THROUGH, HEARD WHINY NOISE FROM ENGINE, GETS WORSE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. LAST OCCURRENCE ON TRIP, DRIVING BACK INTO HOPE, BC, AFTER CRUISE CONTROL WANT TO SPEED UP A BIT ...

Jul 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 131,500 mi

ROAD TRIP FROM BC TO ONTARIO, DRIVING THROUGH MOUNTAINS, FIRST OCCURRENCE IN CHASE, BC, AT DAIRY QUEEN CAR LUNGED IN DRIVE THROUGH, HEARD WHINY NOISE FROM ENGINE, GETS WORSE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. LAST OCCURRENCE ON TRIP, DRIVING BACK INTO HOPE, BC, AFTER CRUISE CONTROL WANT TO SPEED UP A BIT ...

Jul 23, 2012 Engine 131,500 mi

ROAD TRIP FROM BC TO ONTARIO, DRIVING THROUGH MOUNTAINS, FIRST OCCURRENCE IN CHASE, BC, AT DAIRY QUEEN CAR LUNGED IN DRIVE THROUGH, HEARD WHINY NOISE FROM ENGINE, GETS WORSE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. LAST OCCURRENCE ON TRIP, DRIVING BACK INTO HOPE, BC, AFTER CRUISE CONTROL WANT TO SPEED UP A BIT ...

Jul 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 131,500 mi

ROAD TRIP FROM BC TO ONTARIO, DRIVING THROUGH MOUNTAINS, FIRST OCCURRENCE IN CHASE, BC, AT DAIRY QUEEN CAR LUNGED IN DRIVE THROUGH, HEARD WHINY NOISE FROM ENGINE, GETS WORSE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. LAST OCCURRENCE ON TRIP, DRIVING BACK INTO HOPE, BC, AFTER CRUISE CONTROL WANT TO SPEED UP A BIT ...

Jul 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 775,000 mi

PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE FACING RESTAURANT, WITH FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL, CAR LUNGED FORWARD. CURBING KEPT ME FROM HITTING PEOPLE WALKING INTO RESTAURANT. A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED A FEW DAY PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENCE; HOWEVER, CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING SINCE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED. THE DAY THE AC COMPR...

Jul 22, 2012 Engine 775,000 mi

PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE FACING RESTAURANT, WITH FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL, CAR LUNGED FORWARD. CURBING KEPT ME FROM HITTING PEOPLE WALKING INTO RESTAURANT. A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED A FEW DAY PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENCE; HOWEVER, CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING SINCE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED. THE DAY THE AC COMPR...

Jul 22, 2012 Engine 105,000 mi

WELL ITS BEEN HAPPENING FOR AWHILE NOW MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS THE TENDENCY TO LUNG FORWARD AND IN REVERSE IN LOW SPEEDS OR EVEN AT STOPS CAUSING THE CAR TO RATTLE AND STALL OR GO INTO ENGINE PROTECT MODE WHICH MAKES IT DRIVE VERY SLOW. BUT ITS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENT. I ALSO NOTICE THAT THE TRANNY...

Jul 22, 2012 Power Train 105,000 mi

WELL ITS BEEN HAPPENING FOR AWHILE NOW MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS THE TENDENCY TO LUNG FORWARD AND IN REVERSE IN LOW SPEEDS OR EVEN AT STOPS CAUSING THE CAR TO RATTLE AND STALL OR GO INTO ENGINE PROTECT MODE WHICH MAKES IT DRIVE VERY SLOW. BUT ITS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENT. I ALSO NOTICE THAT THE TRANNY...

Jul 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 775,000 mi

PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE FACING RESTAURANT, WITH FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL, CAR LUNGED FORWARD. CURBING KEPT ME FROM HITTING PEOPLE WALKING INTO RESTAURANT. A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED A FEW DAY PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENCE; HOWEVER, CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING SINCE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED. THE DAY THE AC COMPR...

Jul 22, 2012 Engine 775,000 mi

PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE FACING RESTAURANT, WITH FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL, CAR LUNGED FORWARD. CURBING KEPT ME FROM HITTING PEOPLE WALKING INTO RESTAURANT. A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED A FEW DAY PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENCE; HOWEVER, CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING SINCE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED. THE DAY THE AC COMPR...

Jul 22, 2012 Engine 105,000 mi

WELL ITS BEEN HAPPENING FOR AWHILE NOW MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS THE TENDENCY TO LUNG FORWARD AND IN REVERSE IN LOW SPEEDS OR EVEN AT STOPS CAUSING THE CAR TO RATTLE AND STALL OR GO INTO ENGINE PROTECT MODE WHICH MAKES IT DRIVE VERY SLOW. BUT ITS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENT. I ALSO NOTICE THAT THE TRANNY...

Jul 22, 2012 Power Train 105,000 mi

WELL ITS BEEN HAPPENING FOR AWHILE NOW MY 2005 FREESTYLE HAS THE TENDENCY TO LUNG FORWARD AND IN REVERSE IN LOW SPEEDS OR EVEN AT STOPS CAUSING THE CAR TO RATTLE AND STALL OR GO INTO ENGINE PROTECT MODE WHICH MAKES IT DRIVE VERY SLOW. BUT ITS IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENT. I ALSO NOTICE THAT THE TRANNY...

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 61,000 mi

WHILE AT A STOP AND IDOLING THE VEHICLE'S RPM'S WILL GO UP TO ABOUT 6 AND THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD....OR GOING FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE THE RPM'S ON THE VEHICLE GO UP TO ABOUT 6 AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE. DURING THE REVERSE THE VEHICLE'S DASH WARNINGS CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE DIED. THIS IS NOT A SAFE...

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Engine 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Steering 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Steering 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Engine 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 61,000 mi

WHILE AT A STOP AND IDOLING THE VEHICLE'S RPM'S WILL GO UP TO ABOUT 6 AND THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD....OR GOING FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE THE RPM'S ON THE VEHICLE GO UP TO ABOUT 6 AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE. DURING THE REVERSE THE VEHICLE'S DASH WARNINGS CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE DIED. THIS IS NOT A SAFE...

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Engine 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Steering 110,600 mi

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Jul 19, 2012 Steering 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Engine 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 110,560 mi

WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE IF TURNING THE STERRING WHEEL THE CAR TAKE OFF AND YOU HAVE TO BUT THE BRAKE ON HARD TO STOP CAR. THIS HAPPENS 95% OF THE TIME. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE WHEN FIRST STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS OR INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 80,000. THE VIN...

Jul 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED OR AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD SUDDENLY. ONLY A QUICK APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PREVENTED AN ACCIDENT. WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES LAST SUMMER ALSO AS IT SEEMS TO BE AGGRAVATED BY VERY HOT WEATHER AND THE USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONER. WE GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND...

Jul 18, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED OR AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD SUDDENLY. ONLY A QUICK APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PREVENTED AN ACCIDENT. WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES LAST SUMMER ALSO AS IT SEEMS TO BE AGGRAVATED BY VERY HOT WEATHER AND THE USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONER. WE GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND...

Jul 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 18, 2012 Engine 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE WHEN FIRST STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS OR INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 80,000. THE VIN...

Jul 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED OR AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD SUDDENLY. ONLY A QUICK APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PREVENTED AN ACCIDENT. WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES LAST SUMMER ALSO AS IT SEEMS TO BE AGGRAVATED BY VERY HOT WEATHER AND THE USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONER. WE GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND...

Jul 18, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED OR AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD SUDDENLY. ONLY A QUICK APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE PREVENTED AN ACCIDENT. WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES LAST SUMMER ALSO AS IT SEEMS TO BE AGGRAVATED BY VERY HOT WEATHER AND THE USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONER. WE GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND...

Jul 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 18, 2012 Engine 28,504 mi

WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS (5-10 MPH), WHETHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD IF IN REVERSE). THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 10 TIMES OVER THE LAST 4 DAYS, RESULTING IN SEVERAL NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS WITH VEHICLES, AS WELL AS ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN MULTIPLE TIMES. THE...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMA...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE.THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE SENSOR WAS REPLACED. AFTER THE REPAIR THE VEHICLE FAILED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER HERE...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IN 2005. IN HOT DAYS WHEN THE AC IS ON THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. IT JUST DEPENDS IF YOU HAVE IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WHEN SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN THE CAR'S RPMS GO HIGH FOR A MINUTE THEN THE CAR SLOWS DOWN AND STOPS. THERE H...

Jul 17, 2012 Service Brakes

THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IN 2005. IN HOT DAYS WHEN THE AC IS ON THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. IT JUST DEPENDS IF YOU HAVE IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WHEN SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN THE CAR'S RPMS GO HIGH FOR A MINUTE THEN THE CAR SLOWS DOWN AND STOPS. THERE H...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLING IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMA...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE.THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE SENSOR WAS REPLACED. AFTER THE REPAIR THE VEHICLE FAILED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER HERE...

Jul 17, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IN 2005. IN HOT DAYS WHEN THE AC IS ON THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. IT JUST DEPENDS IF YOU HAVE IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WHEN SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN THE CAR'S RPMS GO HIGH FOR A MINUTE THEN THE CAR SLOWS DOWN AND STOPS. THERE H...

Jul 17, 2012 Service Brakes

THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IN 2005. IN HOT DAYS WHEN THE AC IS ON THE CAR LUNGES FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. IT JUST DEPENDS IF YOU HAVE IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WHEN SITTING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN THE CAR'S RPMS GO HIGH FOR A MINUTE THEN THE CAR SLOWS DOWN AND STOPS. THERE H...

Jul 16, 2012 Power Train 91,000 mi

BEFORE SATURDAY, OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HAD SURGED FORWARD A FEW (4-5) TIMES WITHIN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. ON SATURDAY, THE CVT (TRANSMISSION) DIED. I NOW HAVE TO PAY AN INORDINATE AMOUNT OF MONEY ($7000) TO POSSIBLY REPLACE IT (INFORMED THIS IS REMOTE). THE ONGOING RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE FREESTYLE ...

Jul 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING OR WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED AND MOVING FORWARD, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED BU...

Jul 16, 2012 Power Train 108,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES AT LOW SPEED, BOTH IN FORWARD OR IN REVERSE, NECESSITATING HEAVY BRAKING TO KEEP VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL. WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEED THERE IS A 1000 RPM INCREASE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. THIS HAS RESULTED IN ONE NEAR ACCIDENT THUS FAR. *TR

Jul 16, 2012 Power Train 91,000 mi

BEFORE SATURDAY, OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HAD SURGED FORWARD A FEW (4-5) TIMES WITHIN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. ON SATURDAY, THE CVT (TRANSMISSION) DIED. I NOW HAVE TO PAY AN INORDINATE AMOUNT OF MONEY ($7000) TO POSSIBLY REPLACE IT (INFORMED THIS IS REMOTE). THE ONGOING RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE FREESTYLE ...

Jul 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING OR WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED AND MOVING FORWARD, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED BU...

Jul 16, 2012 Power Train 108,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES AT LOW SPEED, BOTH IN FORWARD OR IN REVERSE, NECESSITATING HEAVY BRAKING TO KEEP VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL. WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEED THERE IS A 1000 RPM INCREASE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. THIS HAS RESULTED IN ONE NEAR ACCIDENT THUS FAR. *TR

Jul 14, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

I WAS IN THE DRIVE THREW OF A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY PLUNGED FORWARD ,I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME,AND THEN THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE WENT INTO A FAILSAFE MODE. THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO INFORMED ME THAT MOST OF TH...

Jul 14, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

I WAS IN THE DRIVE THREW OF A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY PLUNGED FORWARD ,I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME,AND THEN THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE WENT INTO A FAILSAFE MODE. THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO INFORMED ME THAT MOST OF TH...

Jul 13, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

ENGINE SURGED WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE STALLED, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE SAFE MODE APPEARED.. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Jul 13, 2012 Engine 65,000 mi

ENGINE SURGED WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE STALLED, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE SAFE MODE APPEARED.. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Jul 13, 2012 Unknown Or Other 93,000 mi

VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD/BACKWARD AT LOW SPEEDS AND AT STOP LIGHTS WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT IF A PERSON WAS NOT PAYING ATTENTION. ENGINE RPMS INCREASE ACCORDINGLY EVEN THOUGH FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THIS OCCURS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN AC IS ON. HOWEVER, SAME ISSUE OCCURS WITHOUT AC ON AS...

Jul 13, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

ENGINE SURGED WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE STALLED, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE SAFE MODE APPEARED.. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Jul 13, 2012 Engine 65,000 mi

ENGINE SURGED WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE STALLED, WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE SAFE MODE APPEARED.. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Jul 13, 2012 Unknown Or Other 93,000 mi

VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD/BACKWARD AT LOW SPEEDS AND AT STOP LIGHTS WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT IF A PERSON WAS NOT PAYING ATTENTION. ENGINE RPMS INCREASE ACCORDINGLY EVEN THOUGH FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THIS OCCURS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN AC IS ON. HOWEVER, SAME ISSUE OCCURS WITHOUT AC ON AS...

Jul 12, 2012 Power Train 79,502 mi

CHECK WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON AND GOES INTO SAFEMODE AND SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ON. VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON ROAD, NO RESPONSE. REPLACED THROTTLE 2-3 YEARS AGO AND NEED TO REPLACE ONCE AGAIN. *TR

Jul 12, 2012 Power Train 79,502 mi

CHECK WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON AND GOES INTO SAFEMODE AND SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ON. VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON ROAD, NO RESPONSE. REPLACED THROTTLE 2-3 YEARS AGO AND NEED TO REPLACE ONCE AGAIN. *TR

Jul 11, 2012 Engine 57,000 mi

THE ENGINE HAS BEGUN SURGING, PARTICULARLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN IT IS VERY HOT OUTSIDE THE A/C IS ON AND THE CAR IS IN REVERSE. THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND I HAVE TO JAM ON THE BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES AND ONC...

Jul 11, 2012 Power Train 57,000 mi

THE ENGINE HAS BEGUN SURGING, PARTICULARLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN IT IS VERY HOT OUTSIDE THE A/C IS ON AND THE CAR IS IN REVERSE. THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND I HAVE TO JAM ON THE BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES AND ONC...

Jul 11, 2012 Engine 57,000 mi

THE ENGINE HAS BEGUN SURGING, PARTICULARLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN IT IS VERY HOT OUTSIDE THE A/C IS ON AND THE CAR IS IN REVERSE. THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND I HAVE TO JAM ON THE BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES AND ONC...

Jul 11, 2012 Power Train 57,000 mi

THE ENGINE HAS BEGUN SURGING, PARTICULARLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN IT IS VERY HOT OUTSIDE THE A/C IS ON AND THE CAR IS IN REVERSE. THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND I HAVE TO JAM ON THE BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES AND ONC...

Jul 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD IN PARKING LOT WITH BOTH MY WIFE'S FEET PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR. HIT PARKING DIVIDER AND MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR INTO PARK. ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE IN PARK, THEN RESUMED NORMAL IDLE. DASH SERVICE AND ENGINE LIGHTS APPEARED. TAKEN TO FORD GARAGE ...

Jul 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Engine 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Engine 143,865 mi

WHEN I SHIFT FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL LUNG FORWARD. RECENTLY CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND HAD HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE AND STALLED. LUCKILY DID NOT HIT ANYTHING OR PERSON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALER AND THEY STATED I HAD TROUBLE CODES: PO61 AND P2106. F...

Jul 10, 2012 Power Train 143,865 mi

WHEN I SHIFT FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL LUNG FORWARD. RECENTLY CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND HAD HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE AND STALLED. LUCKILY DID NOT HIT ANYTHING OR PERSON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALER AND THEY STATED I HAD TROUBLE CODES: PO61 AND P2106. F...

Jul 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD IN PARKING LOT WITH BOTH MY WIFE'S FEET PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR. HIT PARKING DIVIDER AND MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR INTO PARK. ENGINE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE IN PARK, THEN RESUMED NORMAL IDLE. DASH SERVICE AND ENGINE LIGHTS APPEARED. TAKEN TO FORD GARAGE ...

Jul 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Engine 980,000 mi

VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND WITH GREAT SPEED LURCHES IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. I NOTICE THE ISSUE MOST OFTEN WHEN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPOT OR JUST AFTER USING THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING FORCING ME TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES SO THAT I DO NOT HIT OTHER VEHICLES O...

Jul 10, 2012 Engine 143,865 mi

WHEN I SHIFT FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL LUNG FORWARD. RECENTLY CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND HAD HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE AND STALLED. LUCKILY DID NOT HIT ANYTHING OR PERSON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALER AND THEY STATED I HAD TROUBLE CODES: PO61 AND P2106. F...

Jul 10, 2012 Power Train 143,865 mi

WHEN I SHIFT FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WILL LUNG FORWARD. RECENTLY CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND HAD HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE AND STALLED. LUCKILY DID NOT HIT ANYTHING OR PERSON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALER AND THEY STATED I HAD TROUBLE CODES: PO61 AND P2106. F...

Jul 9, 2012 Power Train 61,900 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH IT LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN I AM EITHER STOPPED OR DRIVING AT A SLOW SPEED. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MAINLY WHEN IT A HOT DAY AND THE AIR CONDITION IS ON, BUT IT HAS ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS OFF. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN I AM BACKING OU...

Jul 9, 2012 Power Train

CAR LUNGES IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. USUALLY IN HOT WEATHER. IDLES LOW AND STALLED A FEW TIME. IF IT DOES NOT STALL IT IS SLUGGISH AND NO POWER. PLEASE LETS HAVE SOME SERVICE AFTER THE SALE. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A MOMENTARY INCREASE IN THE ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE...

Jul 9, 2012 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OR DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD AND THE ENGINE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER...

Jul 9, 2012 Engine 87,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH LURCHES BACKWARD WHEN YOU HAVE THE A/C ON AND YOU BACK UP. IT ALSO STARTED DOING THE SAME IN FOWARD. FORD SHOULD ACT UPON THIS BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH LURCHES BACKWARD WHEN YOU HAVE THE A/C ON AND YOU BACK UP. IT ALSO STARTED DOING THE SAME IN FOWARD. FORD SHOULD ACT UPON THIS BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Power Train 61,900 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH IT LUNGING FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN I AM EITHER STOPPED OR DRIVING AT A SLOW SPEED. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MAINLY WHEN IT A HOT DAY AND THE AIR CONDITION IS ON, BUT IT HAS ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS OFF. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN I AM BACKING OU...

Jul 9, 2012 Power Train

CAR LUNGES IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. USUALLY IN HOT WEATHER. IDLES LOW AND STALLED A FEW TIME. IF IT DOES NOT STALL IT IS SLUGGISH AND NO POWER. PLEASE LETS HAVE SOME SERVICE AFTER THE SALE. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A MOMENTARY INCREASE IN THE ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE...

Jul 9, 2012 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OR DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD AND THE ENGINE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER...

Jul 9, 2012 Engine 87,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH LURCHES BACKWARD WHEN YOU HAVE THE A/C ON AND YOU BACK UP. IT ALSO STARTED DOING THE SAME IN FOWARD. FORD SHOULD ACT UPON THIS BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH LURCHES BACKWARD WHEN YOU HAVE THE A/C ON AND YOU BACK UP. IT ALSO STARTED DOING THE SAME IN FOWARD. FORD SHOULD ACT UPON THIS BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH. *TR

Jul 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Engine 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Power Train 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

1.) WHILE PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE,WITH FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARD WITH SIGNIFICANT FORCE & SPEED. 2.) WHILE SITTING WITH 'DRIVE' ENGAGED & FOOT ON BRAKE CAR WILL LUNGE IN THE SAME MANNER. IF A/C OR HEAT IS ON IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE & MORE DANGEROUS!! THIS HAPPENS VERY UNEXPECTEDLY...

Jul 7, 2012 Power Train 103,000 mi

1.) WHILE PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE,WITH FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARD WITH SIGNIFICANT FORCE & SPEED. 2.) WHILE SITTING WITH 'DRIVE' ENGAGED & FOOT ON BRAKE CAR WILL LUNGE IN THE SAME MANNER. IF A/C OR HEAT IS ON IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE & MORE DANGEROUS!! THIS HAPPENS VERY UNEXPECTEDLY...

Jul 7, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

1.)EVERY WINTER THE LOCKING MECHANISM ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL FREEZE. SO, ONCE YOU OPEN YOUR DOOR & YOU GO TO SHUT IT, IT WILL NOT LATCH SHUT, INSTEAD IT WILL JUST BOUNCE BACK OPEN. AFTER SPENDING ABOUT 1/2 HOUR EACH TIME OF MANUALLY MOVING THE LATCH UP & DOWN IT FINALLY ENGAGES. 2.) POWER...

Jul 7, 2012 Structure 80,000 mi

1.)EVERY WINTER THE LOCKING MECHANISM ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL FREEZE. SO, ONCE YOU OPEN YOUR DOOR & YOU GO TO SHUT IT, IT WILL NOT LATCH SHUT, INSTEAD IT WILL JUST BOUNCE BACK OPEN. AFTER SPENDING ABOUT 1/2 HOUR EACH TIME OF MANUALLY MOVING THE LATCH UP & DOWN IT FINALLY ENGAGES. 2.) POWER...

Jul 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

AT SLOW PARKING LOT MANEUVER SPEEDS VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD, USUALLY ON A HOT DAY WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. AFTER BRAKING ,CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS SLUGGISH. *TR

Jul 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Engine 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Power Train 84,340 mi

ON A HOT DAY (98 DEGREES) WHEN DRIVING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT SURGED AHEAD IN THE MALL PARKING LOT AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE WALKING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS ACTED LIKE THIS ON HOT DAYS WHEN THE A/C IS ON AND RUNNING IN THE PAST. YOU HAVE TO BE VERY C...

Jul 7, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

1.) WHILE PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE,WITH FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARD WITH SIGNIFICANT FORCE & SPEED. 2.) WHILE SITTING WITH 'DRIVE' ENGAGED & FOOT ON BRAKE CAR WILL LUNGE IN THE SAME MANNER. IF A/C OR HEAT IS ON IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE & MORE DANGEROUS!! THIS HAPPENS VERY UNEXPECTEDLY...

Jul 7, 2012 Power Train 103,000 mi

1.) WHILE PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE,WITH FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARD WITH SIGNIFICANT FORCE & SPEED. 2.) WHILE SITTING WITH 'DRIVE' ENGAGED & FOOT ON BRAKE CAR WILL LUNGE IN THE SAME MANNER. IF A/C OR HEAT IS ON IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE & MORE DANGEROUS!! THIS HAPPENS VERY UNEXPECTEDLY...

Jul 7, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

1.)EVERY WINTER THE LOCKING MECHANISM ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL FREEZE. SO, ONCE YOU OPEN YOUR DOOR & YOU GO TO SHUT IT, IT WILL NOT LATCH SHUT, INSTEAD IT WILL JUST BOUNCE BACK OPEN. AFTER SPENDING ABOUT 1/2 HOUR EACH TIME OF MANUALLY MOVING THE LATCH UP & DOWN IT FINALLY ENGAGES. 2.) POWER...

Jul 7, 2012 Structure 80,000 mi

1.)EVERY WINTER THE LOCKING MECHANISM ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL FREEZE. SO, ONCE YOU OPEN YOUR DOOR & YOU GO TO SHUT IT, IT WILL NOT LATCH SHUT, INSTEAD IT WILL JUST BOUNCE BACK OPEN. AFTER SPENDING ABOUT 1/2 HOUR EACH TIME OF MANUALLY MOVING THE LATCH UP & DOWN IT FINALLY ENGAGES. 2.) POWER...

Jul 7, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

AT SLOW PARKING LOT MANEUVER SPEEDS VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD, USUALLY ON A HOT DAY WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. AFTER BRAKING ,CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAR IS SLUGGISH. *TR

Jul 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Service Brakes 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY HAD FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISE...

Jul 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Service Brakes 82,531 mi

MY CAR STARTED LUNGING WHEN MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND I'D HAVE TO JAM ON BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING ANOTHER CAR, BUILDING, ETC. HAPPENS PRIMARILY WHEN A/C IS ON ALSO. LOSES POWER ON ACCELERATION, BUT LUNGES WHEN APPLYING SLIGHT GAS IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD. SCARY BEYOND BELIEF. I HAVE A HEAR...

Jul 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY HAD FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISE...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine

PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AFTER IDLING FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 OR SO MINUTES THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED BACK ABOUT 10 FEET ALMOST STRIKING TWO CARS AND A PERSON. THE LURCHING HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ALSO WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAILSAFE M...

Jul 5, 2012 Power Train

PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AFTER IDLING FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 OR SO MINUTES THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED BACK ABOUT 10 FEET ALMOST STRIKING TWO CARS AND A PERSON. THE LURCHING HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ALSO WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAILSAFE M...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine 118,500 mi

WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC WITH AC ON AND CAR LUNGED FORWARD HESITATED AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE.THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM AND THE SECOND TIME WE'VE MADE A COMPLAINT. IN 2005, APPROXIMATELY 4 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR FORD REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY, AS THE IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY,...

Jul 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING FURTHER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED AS SOON AS HER FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM THE ...

Jul 5, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING FURTHER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED AS SOON AS HER FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM THE ...

Jul 5, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD AND REV ONLY WHEN THE AC IS ON. MOSTLY WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN SITTING AT A LIGHT OR WAITING FOR MY WIFE TO COME OUT OF A STORE. IF THE CAR IS IN PARK AND THE AC IS SITTING ON FOR A WHILE AND YOU PUT IT INTO REVERSE, WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE IT WILL LURCH BACKW...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine

PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AFTER IDLING FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 OR SO MINUTES THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED BACK ABOUT 10 FEET ALMOST STRIKING TWO CARS AND A PERSON. THE LURCHING HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ALSO WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAILSAFE M...

Jul 5, 2012 Power Train

PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AFTER IDLING FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 OR SO MINUTES THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED BACK ABOUT 10 FEET ALMOST STRIKING TWO CARS AND A PERSON. THE LURCHING HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ALSO WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAILSAFE M...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine 118,500 mi

WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC WITH AC ON AND CAR LUNGED FORWARD HESITATED AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE.THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM AND THE SECOND TIME WE'VE MADE A COMPLAINT. IN 2005, APPROXIMATELY 4 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR FORD REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY, AS THE IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY,...

Jul 5, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING FURTHER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED AS SOON AS HER FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM THE ...

Jul 5, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING FURTHER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED AS SOON AS HER FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM THE ...

Jul 5, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD AND REV ONLY WHEN THE AC IS ON. MOSTLY WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN SITTING AT A LIGHT OR WAITING FOR MY WIFE TO COME OUT OF A STORE. IF THE CAR IS IN PARK AND THE AC IS SITTING ON FOR A WHILE AND YOU PUT IT INTO REVERSE, WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE IT WILL LURCH BACKW...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 96,900 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 96,987 MILES. THE CAR HAS BEEN HAVING INTERMITTENT LUNGING ISSUES FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS. IT IS ONLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN I HAVE THE A/C ON. THE LUNGING HAPPENS WHEN I AM COMPLETELY STOPPED, OR BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT, IT HAS HAPPENED IN THE DRIVE THROUGH AT A FA...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEEMS TO HAVE ISSUES AT THE INITIAL START POSITION. IN THE "PARK" POSITION THE CAR WILL REV WITHOUT COMPRESSING THE GAS PETAL, IT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AS YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE CAR IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT SHUDDERS AND SHAKES, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN CO...

Jul 3, 2012 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEEMS TO HAVE ISSUES AT THE INITIAL START POSITION. IN THE "PARK" POSITION THE CAR WILL REV WITHOUT COMPRESSING THE GAS PETAL, IT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AS YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE CAR IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT SHUDDERS AND SHAKES, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN CO...

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 88,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE BRAKE WAS RELEASED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTO MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VI...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 118,000 mi

PURCHASED THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP. I HAD BEEN FOLLOWING A FRIEND ON IH10 IN EAST TEXAS. FRIEND HAD PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD, I PULLED IN BEHIND HIM. I STAYED IN MY CAR WITH AC RUNNING FOR APPROX 10 MINUTES I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND STARTED TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 20 MPH...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 118,000 mi

PURCHASED THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP. I HAD BEEN FOLLOWING A FRIEND ON IH10 IN EAST TEXAS. FRIEND HAD PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD, I PULLED IN BEHIND HIM. I STAYED IN MY CAR WITH AC RUNNING FOR APPROX 10 MINUTES I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND STARTED TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 20 MPH...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Electrical System 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 74,500 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE CAR LUNGED SEVERAL FEET AND I BARELY MISSED HITTING ANOTHER CAR. THIS HAPPENED TO ME YESTERDAY AND ALMOST EVERY DAY AS OF THE PAST COUPLE OF WEEKS. AS WELL AS MANY, MANY TIMES IN THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS, SINCE BUYING THE CAR. THIS IS GETTING VERY DANGERO...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE INCIDENTS. IN ALMOST EVERY OCCURRENCE THAT I CAN REMEMBER, I HAVE EITHER BEEN PULLING INTO MY GARAGE, BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE, OR PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN IT FEELS LIKE SOMETHING "CATCHES" AND THE FREESTYLE MOVES A FEW MORE MILES PER HOUR SUDDENLY. IT'S HAPPENED MORE O...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 96,900 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 96,987 MILES. THE CAR HAS BEEN HAVING INTERMITTENT LUNGING ISSUES FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS. IT IS ONLY ON HOT DAYS WHEN I HAVE THE A/C ON. THE LUNGING HAPPENS WHEN I AM COMPLETELY STOPPED, OR BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT, IT HAS HAPPENED IN THE DRIVE THROUGH AT A FA...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEEMS TO HAVE ISSUES AT THE INITIAL START POSITION. IN THE "PARK" POSITION THE CAR WILL REV WITHOUT COMPRESSING THE GAS PETAL, IT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AS YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE CAR IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT SHUDDERS AND SHAKES, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN CO...

Jul 3, 2012 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEEMS TO HAVE ISSUES AT THE INITIAL START POSITION. IN THE "PARK" POSITION THE CAR WILL REV WITHOUT COMPRESSING THE GAS PETAL, IT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AS YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE CAR IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT SHUDDERS AND SHAKES, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN CO...

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 88,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE BRAKE WAS RELEASED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTO MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VI...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 118,000 mi

PURCHASED THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP. I HAD BEEN FOLLOWING A FRIEND ON IH10 IN EAST TEXAS. FRIEND HAD PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD, I PULLED IN BEHIND HIM. I STAYED IN MY CAR WITH AC RUNNING FOR APPROX 10 MINUTES I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND STARTED TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 20 MPH...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 118,000 mi

PURCHASED THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP. I HAD BEEN FOLLOWING A FRIEND ON IH10 IN EAST TEXAS. FRIEND HAD PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD, I PULLED IN BEHIND HIM. I STAYED IN MY CAR WITH AC RUNNING FOR APPROX 10 MINUTES I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND STARTED TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 20 MPH...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Electrical System 131,000 mi

I WAS BACKING UP OUT OF A PARKING SPOT VERY SLOWLY AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARD ABOUT A FOOT, I WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE AND STOP IT. THE FAIL SAFE MODE THEN ENGAGED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND SAT FOR A COUPLE MINUTES AND RESTARTED IT AND STARTED BACKING OUT. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN, THE SU...

Jul 3, 2012 Engine 74,500 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE CAR LUNGED SEVERAL FEET AND I BARELY MISSED HITTING ANOTHER CAR. THIS HAPPENED TO ME YESTERDAY AND ALMOST EVERY DAY AS OF THE PAST COUPLE OF WEEKS. AS WELL AS MANY, MANY TIMES IN THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS, SINCE BUYING THE CAR. THIS IS GETTING VERY DANGERO...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE INCIDENTS. IN ALMOST EVERY OCCURRENCE THAT I CAN REMEMBER, I HAVE EITHER BEEN PULLING INTO MY GARAGE, BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE, OR PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN IT FEELS LIKE SOMETHING "CATCHES" AND THE FREESTYLE MOVES A FEW MORE MILES PER HOUR SUDDENLY. IT'S HAPPENED MORE O...

Jul 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,345 mi

WHEN I PUT CAR IN REVERSE, DRIVE, OR WHEN CAR IS SITTING IDLE THERE IS A SUDDEN ABRUPT THROTTLE IN THE TRANSMISSION GAS. THE ACCELERATION IS SO ABRUPT THAT IT CAUSES THE CAR TO MOVE WITH FORCE WITHOUT HAVING TO PRESS THE GAS. THERE WERE A FEW INCIDENCES WHERE I ALMOST RAMMED THE OBJECTS IN FRONT A...

Jul 2, 2012 Power Train 114,345 mi

WHEN I PUT CAR IN REVERSE, DRIVE, OR WHEN CAR IS SITTING IDLE THERE IS A SUDDEN ABRUPT THROTTLE IN THE TRANSMISSION GAS. THE ACCELERATION IS SO ABRUPT THAT IT CAUSES THE CAR TO MOVE WITH FORCE WITHOUT HAVING TO PRESS THE GAS. THERE WERE A FEW INCIDENCES WHERE I ALMOST RAMMED THE OBJECTS IN FRONT A...

Jul 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,345 mi

WHEN I PUT CAR IN REVERSE, DRIVE, OR WHEN CAR IS SITTING IDLE THERE IS A SUDDEN ABRUPT THROTTLE IN THE TRANSMISSION GAS. THE ACCELERATION IS SO ABRUPT THAT IT CAUSES THE CAR TO MOVE WITH FORCE WITHOUT HAVING TO PRESS THE GAS. THERE WERE A FEW INCIDENCES WHERE I ALMOST RAMMED THE OBJECTS IN FRONT A...

Jul 2, 2012 Power Train 114,345 mi

WHEN I PUT CAR IN REVERSE, DRIVE, OR WHEN CAR IS SITTING IDLE THERE IS A SUDDEN ABRUPT THROTTLE IN THE TRANSMISSION GAS. THE ACCELERATION IS SO ABRUPT THAT IT CAUSES THE CAR TO MOVE WITH FORCE WITHOUT HAVING TO PRESS THE GAS. THERE WERE A FEW INCIDENCES WHERE I ALMOST RAMMED THE OBJECTS IN FRONT A...

Jun 30, 2012 Power Train 87,229 mi

ON 6/18/12 AS I WAS SLOWLY BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE I HEARD THE CAR REVVED UP A BIT AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. IT'S A GOOD THING I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL SO THE CAR DIDN'T JUST SPEED BACKWARDS ALL THE WAY. *TR ON 6/20/12 AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE GR...

Jun 30, 2012 Engine 87,229 mi

ON 6/18/12 AS I WAS SLOWLY BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE I HEARD THE CAR REVVED UP A BIT AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. IT'S A GOOD THING I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL SO THE CAR DIDN'T JUST SPEED BACKWARDS ALL THE WAY. *TR ON 6/20/12 AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE GR...

Jun 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

WITH THE A/C ON FULL (VERY HOT DAY OUTSIDE), WHEN STOPPING OR STARTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD TWICE. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

Jun 30, 2012 Engine 89,000 mi

WITH THE A/C ON FULL (VERY HOT DAY OUTSIDE), WHEN STOPPING OR STARTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD TWICE. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

Jun 30, 2012 Power Train 87,229 mi

ON 6/18/12 AS I WAS SLOWLY BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE I HEARD THE CAR REVVED UP A BIT AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. IT'S A GOOD THING I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL SO THE CAR DIDN'T JUST SPEED BACKWARDS ALL THE WAY. *TR ON 6/20/12 AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE GR...

Jun 30, 2012 Engine 87,229 mi

ON 6/18/12 AS I WAS SLOWLY BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE I HEARD THE CAR REVVED UP A BIT AND THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. IT'S A GOOD THING I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL SO THE CAR DIDN'T JUST SPEED BACKWARDS ALL THE WAY. *TR ON 6/20/12 AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE GR...

Jun 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

WITH THE A/C ON FULL (VERY HOT DAY OUTSIDE), WHEN STOPPING OR STARTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD TWICE. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

Jun 30, 2012 Engine 89,000 mi

WITH THE A/C ON FULL (VERY HOT DAY OUTSIDE), WHEN STOPPING OR STARTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD TWICE. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

Jun 29, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

ABOUT 2 YRS AGO DURING THE BEGINNING OF THE SUMMER I NOTICED THAT MY AIR CONDITION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS NOT COOLING. SITTING STILL YOU WILL THINK YOU HAVE ON THE HEAT. I ALSO NOTICED THAT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IT MUCH WARMER THAT THAN THE DRIVER SIDE. COOLS OK IN THE MORNINGS WHEN IT IS N...

Jun 29, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

ABOUT 2 YRS AGO DURING THE BEGINNING OF THE SUMMER I NOTICED THAT MY AIR CONDITION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS NOT COOLING. SITTING STILL YOU WILL THINK YOU HAVE ON THE HEAT. I ALSO NOTICED THAT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IT MUCH WARMER THAT THAN THE DRIVER SIDE. COOLS OK IN THE MORNINGS WHEN IT IS N...

Jun 28, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 71,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED.THE ...

Jun 28, 2012 Power Train

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND MY CAR LUNCHED ON ITS OWN AND ON MANY DIFFERENT OCCASSIONS IT LUNCHES EVEN WHEN REVERSING OR PARKING. ONE TIME I ALMOST HIT A VEHICLE BECAUSE THIS OCCURRED. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I WANT TO FIND OUT IF THIS WILL BE FIXED BY FORD OR IS THIS AN EXPENSE I WILL HAVE TO DEAL...

Jun 28, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 71,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED.THE ...

Jun 28, 2012 Power Train

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND MY CAR LUNCHED ON ITS OWN AND ON MANY DIFFERENT OCCASSIONS IT LUNCHES EVEN WHEN REVERSING OR PARKING. ONE TIME I ALMOST HIT A VEHICLE BECAUSE THIS OCCURRED. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I WANT TO FIND OUT IF THIS WILL BE FIXED BY FORD OR IS THIS AN EXPENSE I WILL HAVE TO DEAL...

Jun 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT FROM A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WERE UNSURE OF THE CAUSE OF FAILUR...

Jun 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT FROM A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WERE UNSURE OF THE CAUSE OF FAILUR...

Jun 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED BACKWARD WHILE REVERSING FROM A PARKING. THE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH THE SYMBOL OF A WRENCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER HAD NOT DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE. THE...

Jun 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE OUT OF RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN THE ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LAST TWO OCCASIONS THE FAILURE OCCURRED,THE VEHICLE STALLED IMM...

Jun 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED BACKWARD WHILE REVERSING FROM A PARKING. THE FAIL SAFE MODE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH THE SYMBOL OF A WRENCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER HAD NOT DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE. THE...

Jun 26, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE OUT OF RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN THE ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LAST TWO OCCASIONS THE FAILURE OCCURRED,THE VEHICLE STALLED IMM...

Jun 25, 2012 Unknown Or Other 99,125 mi

AS I PUT MY CAR INTO REVERSE IT LUNGED WITHOUT HAVING MY FOOT ON THE GAS. I PUT THE CAR INTO DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD IN THE SAME MANOR. ALL OF THE SERVICE LIGHTS LIT UP ON THE DASH AND A MESSAGE ABOUT EMERGENCY ENGINE FLASHED AND THEN THE CAR SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENED ONE OTHER TIME. IF SOMEON...

Jun 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MAD...

Jun 25, 2012 Engine 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 25, 2012 Power Train 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 25, 2012 Unknown Or Other 99,125 mi

AS I PUT MY CAR INTO REVERSE IT LUNGED WITHOUT HAVING MY FOOT ON THE GAS. I PUT THE CAR INTO DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD IN THE SAME MANOR. ALL OF THE SERVICE LIGHTS LIT UP ON THE DASH AND A MESSAGE ABOUT EMERGENCY ENGINE FLASHED AND THEN THE CAR SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENED ONE OTHER TIME. IF SOMEON...

Jun 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MAD...

Jun 25, 2012 Engine 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 25, 2012 Power Train 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 25, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 49,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND WAS LEAVING RESTAURANT PARKING SPACE. ENGINE REVVED UP SEVERAL HUNDRED RPM AND CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD AS I TRIED TO HOLD IT BACK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. PEOPLE WERE WALKING IN FRONT OF CAR HEADING TOWARD RESTAURANT. CAR WAS LURCHING FORWARD TOWARD THEM AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO KEEP...

Jun 22, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IN DRIVE THRU. FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND AIR CONDTIONING WAS RUNNING, CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A SURGE OF POWER CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNG FORWARD AND THEN CAR CUT OFF. THIS HAPPEN BEFORE IN AUGUST OF 2008 AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED...

Jun 22, 2012 Engine 120,000 mi

CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IN DRIVE THRU. FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND AIR CONDTIONING WAS RUNNING, CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A SURGE OF POWER CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNG FORWARD AND THEN CAR CUT OFF. THIS HAPPEN BEFORE IN AUGUST OF 2008 AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED...

Jun 22, 2012 Engine 112,111 mi

WHILE PUTTING THE VEHICLE BOTH INTO DRIVE AND REVERSE IT REVS AND/OR RPMS DROP, AND LUNGES UNTIL I HIT THE BRAKES OR THE MOTOR CUTS OUT AND DISPLAYS ENGINE FAILURE SAFETY. IT HAS DONE THIS TWICE, THEN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I WILL SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEALERSHIP, HOWEVER IT DOES ...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE BEGAN INTERMITTENTLY BUT BECAME CONSISTENT AFTER TIME. THE VEHICLE WOULD OCCASIONALLY STALL AFTER CONTINUALLY APPL...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 22, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 22, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 22, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IN DRIVE THRU. FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND AIR CONDTIONING WAS RUNNING, CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A SURGE OF POWER CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNG FORWARD AND THEN CAR CUT OFF. THIS HAPPEN BEFORE IN AUGUST OF 2008 AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED...

Jun 22, 2012 Engine 120,000 mi

CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IN DRIVE THRU. FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND AIR CONDTIONING WAS RUNNING, CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A SURGE OF POWER CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNG FORWARD AND THEN CAR CUT OFF. THIS HAPPEN BEFORE IN AUGUST OF 2008 AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED...

Jun 22, 2012 Engine 112,111 mi

WHILE PUTTING THE VEHICLE BOTH INTO DRIVE AND REVERSE IT REVS AND/OR RPMS DROP, AND LUNGES UNTIL I HIT THE BRAKES OR THE MOTOR CUTS OUT AND DISPLAYS ENGINE FAILURE SAFETY. IT HAS DONE THIS TWICE, THEN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I WILL SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEALERSHIP, HOWEVER IT DOES ...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE BEGAN INTERMITTENTLY BUT BECAME CONSISTENT AFTER TIME. THE VEHICLE WOULD OCCASIONALLY STALL AFTER CONTINUALLY APPL...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 22, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 22, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

WHEN PARKING, DRIVING VERY SLOW (UNDER 10MPH) OR BACKING UP MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITH SURGE OF POWER AND FOOT ON BRAKE NOT GAS. SOMETIMES IT DIES AND GAVE ERROR CODE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. WORSE WHEN ACON, DON'T REMEMBER IT BEING AN ISSUE IN THE WINTER. TOOK TO DOBBS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS MY THROTTLE...

Jun 21, 2012 Unknown Or Other 99,000 mi

PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT THE VEHICLE WILL SURGE AND THE BRAKES HAVE TO BE PRESSED REALLY QUICK SO U DON'T HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF U. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. IT WILL ALSO DO THIS WHEN U ARE BACKING UP AND GOING AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED. *TT

Jun 21, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 125,650 mi

VEHICLE SURGES WITHOUT PRESSING ACCELERATOR WHILE IDLING AND DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS TAKING OFF FROM STOP SIGNS, PARKING OR BACKING. IT IS WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS OPERATING. WHILE PARKED AND IDLING WITH A/C ON, RPMS INCREASE (NEARLY DOUBLE) WHEN A/C COOMPRESSOR CLUTCH ENGAGES. THE SERVIC...

Jun 21, 2012 Unknown Or Other 99,000 mi

PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT THE VEHICLE WILL SURGE AND THE BRAKES HAVE TO BE PRESSED REALLY QUICK SO U DON'T HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF U. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE AIR IS RUNNING. IT WILL ALSO DO THIS WHEN U ARE BACKING UP AND GOING AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED. *TT

Jun 21, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 125,650 mi

VEHICLE SURGES WITHOUT PRESSING ACCELERATOR WHILE IDLING AND DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS TAKING OFF FROM STOP SIGNS, PARKING OR BACKING. IT IS WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS OPERATING. WHILE PARKED AND IDLING WITH A/C ON, RPMS INCREASE (NEARLY DOUBLE) WHEN A/C COOMPRESSOR CLUTCH ENGAGES. THE SERVIC...

Jun 19, 2012 Engine

WE HAVE HAD A FEW ISSUES WITH THE CAR LUNGING BUT TODAY, JUNE 18,2012 WAS THE WORST INCIDENT. I WAS BACKING OUT IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR LUNGED SO BAD I HAD TROUBLES STOPPING IT. I THEN PUT IT IN DRIVE WHEN IT STOPPED TO TRY BACKING OUT AGAIN AND IT LUNGED IN FORWARD SO HARD I ALMOST COULD NOT G...

Jun 19, 2012 Engine

WE HAVE HAD A FEW ISSUES WITH THE CAR LUNGING BUT TODAY, JUNE 18,2012 WAS THE WORST INCIDENT. I WAS BACKING OUT IN A PARKING LOT AND THE CAR LUNGED SO BAD I HAD TROUBLES STOPPING IT. I THEN PUT IT IN DRIVE WHEN IT STOPPED TO TRY BACKING OUT AGAIN AND IT LUNGED IN FORWARD SO HARD I ALMOST COULD NOT G...

Jun 18, 2012 Engine 125,000 mi

THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN STOPPED AT ANY LENGTH OF TIME WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. THIS WILL MAKE THE CAR STALL OUT AND CAUSE THE WRENCH LIGHT TO COME ON RENDERING THE CAR TO OPERATE IN SAFETY MODE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN STOPPED AT ANY LENGTH OF TIME WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. THIS WILL MAKE THE CAR STALL OUT AND CAUSE THE WRENCH LIGHT TO COME ON RENDERING THE CAR TO OPERATE IN SAFETY MODE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,000 mi

1ST OCCURRENCE WAS IN A PARKING LOT. STARTED CAR, HAD FOOT ON BRAKE, REMOVED FOOT FROM BRAKE AND CAR SURGED BACKWARD. QUICKLY APPLIED BRAKE. 2ND OCCURRENCE, AGAIN IN A PARKING LOT, A FEW DAYS LATER. THIS TIME PUT CAR INTO DRIVE AND IT SURGED FORWARD 3 - 4 TIMES IN A ROW. HAD TO QUICKLY APPLY TH...

Jun 18, 2012 Engine 106,987 mi

IDLING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH BRAKES PRESSED, ENGINE STARTING REVVING UP TO OVER 2000 RPM. VEHICLE STARTED TO SURGE AND HAD TO PRESS BRAKE PEDAL HARDER TO STOP. VEHICLE MOVED APPROX 10 FT BEFORE IT STOPPED. ISSUE HAPPENED REPEATEDLY, BUT WAS NOT TAKEN IN TO SHOP FOR DIAGNOSIS AS IT WOULD NOT HAPPE...

Jun 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 106,987 mi

IDLING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH BRAKES PRESSED, ENGINE STARTING REVVING UP TO OVER 2000 RPM. VEHICLE STARTED TO SURGE AND HAD TO PRESS BRAKE PEDAL HARDER TO STOP. VEHICLE MOVED APPROX 10 FT BEFORE IT STOPPED. ISSUE HAPPENED REPEATEDLY, BUT WAS NOT TAKEN IN TO SHOP FOR DIAGNOSIS AS IT WOULD NOT HAPPE...

Jun 18, 2012 Engine 125,000 mi

THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN STOPPED AT ANY LENGTH OF TIME WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. THIS WILL MAKE THE CAR STALL OUT AND CAUSE THE WRENCH LIGHT TO COME ON RENDERING THE CAR TO OPERATE IN SAFETY MODE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Power Train 125,000 mi

THE CAR WILL LUNGE ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN STOPPED AT ANY LENGTH OF TIME WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON. THIS WILL MAKE THE CAR STALL OUT AND CAUSE THE WRENCH LIGHT TO COME ON RENDERING THE CAR TO OPERATE IN SAFETY MODE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,000 mi

1ST OCCURRENCE WAS IN A PARKING LOT. STARTED CAR, HAD FOOT ON BRAKE, REMOVED FOOT FROM BRAKE AND CAR SURGED BACKWARD. QUICKLY APPLIED BRAKE. 2ND OCCURRENCE, AGAIN IN A PARKING LOT, A FEW DAYS LATER. THIS TIME PUT CAR INTO DRIVE AND IT SURGED FORWARD 3 - 4 TIMES IN A ROW. HAD TO QUICKLY APPLY TH...

Jun 18, 2012 Engine 106,987 mi

IDLING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH BRAKES PRESSED, ENGINE STARTING REVVING UP TO OVER 2000 RPM. VEHICLE STARTED TO SURGE AND HAD TO PRESS BRAKE PEDAL HARDER TO STOP. VEHICLE MOVED APPROX 10 FT BEFORE IT STOPPED. ISSUE HAPPENED REPEATEDLY, BUT WAS NOT TAKEN IN TO SHOP FOR DIAGNOSIS AS IT WOULD NOT HAPPE...

Jun 18, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 106,987 mi

IDLING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH BRAKES PRESSED, ENGINE STARTING REVVING UP TO OVER 2000 RPM. VEHICLE STARTED TO SURGE AND HAD TO PRESS BRAKE PEDAL HARDER TO STOP. VEHICLE MOVED APPROX 10 FT BEFORE IT STOPPED. ISSUE HAPPENED REPEATEDLY, BUT WAS NOT TAKEN IN TO SHOP FOR DIAGNOSIS AS IT WOULD NOT HAPPE...

Jun 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 104,500 mi

CAR LOST POWER AT 35-40 MPH FOR JUST A FEW SECONDS. MANY INSTANCES OF LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. FRIGHTENING TO DRIVE IN PARKING LOTS.

Jun 14, 2012 Electrical System 104,500 mi

CAR LOST POWER AT 35-40 MPH FOR JUST A FEW SECONDS. MANY INSTANCES OF LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. FRIGHTENING TO DRIVE IN PARKING LOTS.

Jun 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 104,500 mi

CAR LOST POWER AT 35-40 MPH FOR JUST A FEW SECONDS. MANY INSTANCES OF LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. FRIGHTENING TO DRIVE IN PARKING LOTS.

Jun 14, 2012 Electrical System 104,500 mi

CAR LOST POWER AT 35-40 MPH FOR JUST A FEW SECONDS. MANY INSTANCES OF LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. FRIGHTENING TO DRIVE IN PARKING LOTS.

Jun 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,223 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO YEARS LATER. THE VEH...

Jun 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTING INTO THE DRIVE POSITION, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SAFETY CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TES...

Jun 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 64,223 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO YEARS LATER. THE VEH...

Jun 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTING INTO THE DRIVE POSITION, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SAFETY CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TES...

Jun 12, 2012 Electrical System 105,000 mi

I OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPORADICALLY SHUTS DOWN AND YOU ARE UNABLE TO SEE THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER OR ANY GAUGES ON THE DASHBOARD FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. THE PROBLEM RECURS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. THE ANSWER I HAVE RECEIVED IS THAT MY CAR IS RECEIVING A SURGE OF ENERGY CAU...

Jun 12, 2012 Electrical System 105,000 mi

I OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPORADICALLY SHUTS DOWN AND YOU ARE UNABLE TO SEE THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER OR ANY GAUGES ON THE DASHBOARD FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. THE PROBLEM RECURS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. THE ANSWER I HAVE RECEIVED IS THAT MY CAR IS RECEIVING A SURGE OF ENERGY CAU...

Jun 5, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT A STEADY PACE WHEN THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE ALSO STALLED AND WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION...

Jun 5, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT A STEADY PACE WHEN THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE ALSO STALLED AND WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION...

Jun 4, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

SUDDEN ENGINE REVVING DRIVING ON INTERSTATE. LOSS OF POWER TO TRANSMISSION. INSTRUMENT PANEL WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER RESTING RESTARTED AND ACTED LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED. DROVE TO DEALERSHIP EVALUATION SHOWED AN EVENT. ASSUMING IT'S OK TO DRIVE. WEEKS LATER AT A STOP LIGHT HESITATION AND JERKING WA...

Jun 4, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

SUDDEN ENGINE REVVING DRIVING ON INTERSTATE. LOSS OF POWER TO TRANSMISSION. INSTRUMENT PANEL WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER RESTING RESTARTED AND ACTED LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED. DROVE TO DEALERSHIP EVALUATION SHOWED AN EVENT. ASSUMING IT'S OK TO DRIVE. WEEKS LATER AT A STOP LIGHT HESITATION AND JERKING WA...

Jun 1, 2012 Power Train 73,000 mi

MY CAR MAKES A FUNNY HIGH PITCHED NOISE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO IN PARK TO DRIVE, IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS A INTAKE BEARING THAT HAS COME LOOSE IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AS YOU CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE. IT WILL ONLY MAKE THE NOISE WHEN IT IS IN MOTION. I BOUGHT THIS ...

Jun 1, 2012 Engine 73,000 mi

MY CAR MAKES A FUNNY HIGH PITCHED NOISE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO IN PARK TO DRIVE, IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS A INTAKE BEARING THAT HAS COME LOOSE IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AS YOU CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE. IT WILL ONLY MAKE THE NOISE WHEN IT IS IN MOTION. I BOUGHT THIS ...

Jun 1, 2012 Power Train 73,000 mi

MY CAR MAKES A FUNNY HIGH PITCHED NOISE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO IN PARK TO DRIVE, IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS A INTAKE BEARING THAT HAS COME LOOSE IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AS YOU CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE. IT WILL ONLY MAKE THE NOISE WHEN IT IS IN MOTION. I BOUGHT THIS ...

Jun 1, 2012 Engine 73,000 mi

MY CAR MAKES A FUNNY HIGH PITCHED NOISE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO IN PARK TO DRIVE, IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS A INTAKE BEARING THAT HAS COME LOOSE IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AS YOU CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE. IT WILL ONLY MAKE THE NOISE WHEN IT IS IN MOTION. I BOUGHT THIS ...

May 31, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT - HOT JULY DAY, 2011; IDLING IN TRAFFIC WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON; CAR LUNGED FORWARD A FEW TIMES; AGGRESSIVELY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STALLED EACH TIME. SUBSEQUENT INCIDENTS - ALL SIMILAR. AIR CONDITIONER ON; PROCEEDING SLOWLY OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THE CAR LUNGES FO...

May 31, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT - HOT JULY DAY, 2011; IDLING IN TRAFFIC WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON; CAR LUNGED FORWARD A FEW TIMES; AGGRESSIVELY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STALLED EACH TIME. SUBSEQUENT INCIDENTS - ALL SIMILAR. AIR CONDITIONER ON; PROCEEDING SLOWLY OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THE CAR LUNGES FO...

May 31, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT - HOT JULY DAY, 2011; IDLING IN TRAFFIC WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON; CAR LUNGED FORWARD A FEW TIMES; AGGRESSIVELY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STALLED EACH TIME. SUBSEQUENT INCIDENTS - ALL SIMILAR. AIR CONDITIONER ON; PROCEEDING SLOWLY OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THE CAR LUNGES FO...

May 31, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT - HOT JULY DAY, 2011; IDLING IN TRAFFIC WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING ON; CAR LUNGED FORWARD A FEW TIMES; AGGRESSIVELY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR STALLED EACH TIME. SUBSEQUENT INCIDENTS - ALL SIMILAR. AIR CONDITIONER ON; PROCEEDING SLOWLY OUT OF A PARKING SPOT WHEN THE CAR LUNGES FO...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED AT DRIVE THRU WINDOW, VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD APPROXIMATELY 3 FEET, HAS HAPPENED ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS. *TR

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 84,250 mi

AFTER QUICKLY CROSSING TRAFFIC AND ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY (WHICH IS ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE) I RELEASED THE GAS ON ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKE. JUST BEFORE APPLYING THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE LURCHED. IT DIDN'T LURCH FAR, BUT ENOUGH FOR ME TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN SURPRISE. ONE I...

May 29, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,250 mi

AFTER QUICKLY CROSSING TRAFFIC AND ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY (WHICH IS ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE) I RELEASED THE GAS ON ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKE. JUST BEFORE APPLYING THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE LURCHED. IT DIDN'T LURCH FAR, BUT ENOUGH FOR ME TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN SURPRISE. ONE I...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO IT STARTED LURCHING/LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU RUN THE AC. IF YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE THE MOTOR RACES AND WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE IT LURCHES. WE THOUGHT IT WAS OUR TRANSMISSION AND PUT A NEW TRANSMISSIO...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 29, 2012 Engine 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 29, 2012 Power Train 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED AT DRIVE THRU WINDOW, VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD APPROXIMATELY 3 FEET, HAS HAPPENED ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS. *TR

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 84,250 mi

AFTER QUICKLY CROSSING TRAFFIC AND ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY (WHICH IS ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE) I RELEASED THE GAS ON ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKE. JUST BEFORE APPLYING THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE LURCHED. IT DIDN'T LURCH FAR, BUT ENOUGH FOR ME TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN SURPRISE. ONE I...

May 29, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,250 mi

AFTER QUICKLY CROSSING TRAFFIC AND ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY (WHICH IS ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE) I RELEASED THE GAS ON ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKE. JUST BEFORE APPLYING THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE LURCHED. IT DIDN'T LURCH FAR, BUT ENOUGH FOR ME TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN SURPRISE. ONE I...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO IT STARTED LURCHING/LUNGING IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU RUN THE AC. IF YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE THE MOTOR RACES AND WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE IT LURCHES. WE THOUGHT IT WAS OUR TRANSMISSION AND PUT A NEW TRANSMISSIO...

May 29, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 29, 2012 Engine 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 29, 2012 Power Train 114,100 mi

THE CAR WAS SURGING AND LURCHING FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. WE HAD NEAR MISSES RUNNING IN TO CARS IN FRONT OF US JUST TRYING TO GET IT TO A SAFE LOCATION AS WE WERE STUCK IN A PARKING LOT AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE IS WOULD JUST LOOSE ALMOST ALL POWER EVEN TH...

May 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEGAN TO ACCELERATE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEA...

May 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEGAN TO ACCELERATE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEA...

May 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN COMPLETELY IDLE, STILL IN DRIVE, FOOT ON THE BRAKE, RPM'S SURGE AND CAR LURCHES FORWARD 2-3 TIMES BEFORE DYING AND INDICATING "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" ON INFO PANEL. SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN IT'S HOT OUTSIDE (IN TEXAS IS OFTEN) AND A/C ON MAX. THIS IS DANGEROUS WHEN GOING THROUGH PICK UP LINE AT M...

May 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN COMPLETELY IDLE, STILL IN DRIVE, FOOT ON THE BRAKE, RPM'S SURGE AND CAR LURCHES FORWARD 2-3 TIMES BEFORE DYING AND INDICATING "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" ON INFO PANEL. SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN IT'S HOT OUTSIDE (IN TEXAS IS OFTEN) AND A/C ON MAX. THIS IS DANGEROUS WHEN GOING THROUGH PICK UP LINE AT M...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY STALL IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FA...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY STALL IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FA...

May 21, 2012 Power Train 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE MADE A KNOCKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THE DEALER WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS PERFORMED. THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION INPUT SHAFT AND BEARING. THE MANU...

May 21, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, THE ENGINE REVS UP AND LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE WITH A HARD JERK. THIS ALSO HAPPENS IN REVERSE. HAVE TO HURRY AND SLAM ON THE BRAKE BEFORE HITTING ANYTHING. AFTER A COUPLE OF MONTHS THE VEHICLE STARTED KNOCKING IN PARK. ALSO KNOCKS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. BROUGHT IT TO THE FORD D...

May 21, 2012 Power Train 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE MADE A KNOCKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THE DEALER WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS PERFORMED. THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED IN THE TRANSMISSION INPUT SHAFT AND BEARING. THE MANU...

May 21, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, THE ENGINE REVS UP AND LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE WITH A HARD JERK. THIS ALSO HAPPENS IN REVERSE. HAVE TO HURRY AND SLAM ON THE BRAKE BEFORE HITTING ANYTHING. AFTER A COUPLE OF MONTHS THE VEHICLE STARTED KNOCKING IN PARK. ALSO KNOCKS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. BROUGHT IT TO THE FORD D...

May 13, 2012 Engine 82,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD AND REAR IN GARAGE AT START-UP AND FREEZES AT 30 MILES PER HOUR ON HIGHWAY WHEN USING SPEED CONTROL

May 13, 2012 Engine 82,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD AND REAR IN GARAGE AT START-UP AND FREEZES AT 30 MILES PER HOUR ON HIGHWAY WHEN USING SPEED CONTROL

May 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WHEN PUT INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE FROM PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING THAT HAPPENS EVERYTIME, BUT HAPPENS OFTEN ENOUGH TO POSE A SAFETY RISK TO OTHERS AND THOSE IN THE CAR. *TR

May 9, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

WHEN PUT INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE FROM PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE UNCONTROLLABLY. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING THAT HAPPENS EVERYTIME, BUT HAPPENS OFTEN ENOUGH TO POSE A SAFETY RISK TO OTHERS AND THOSE IN THE CAR. *TR

May 6, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

MANY TIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR, WHETHER IT'S FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR SURGES. I HAVE ALMOST GOTTEN INTO ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF IT. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES HELPS BUT DOESN'T COMPLETELY STOP THE INITIAL SURGE. *TR

May 6, 2012 Power Train 20,000 mi

MANY TIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR, WHETHER IT'S FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR SURGES. I HAVE ALMOST GOTTEN INTO ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF IT. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES HELPS BUT DOESN'T COMPLETELY STOP THE INITIAL SURGE. *TR

May 6, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

MANY TIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR, WHETHER IT'S FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR SURGES. I HAVE ALMOST GOTTEN INTO ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF IT. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES HELPS BUT DOESN'T COMPLETELY STOP THE INITIAL SURGE. *TR

May 6, 2012 Power Train 20,000 mi

MANY TIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR, WHETHER IT'S FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR SURGES. I HAVE ALMOST GOTTEN INTO ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF IT. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES HELPS BUT DOESN'T COMPLETELY STOP THE INITIAL SURGE. *TR

May 4, 2012 Power Train 139,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 7 AM IN THE MORNING ON A VERY BUST ROAD IN NEVADA, BOTH THE CHECK IN LIGHT AND THE FAILSAFE MODE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR STOPPED IN TRAFFIC AND I HAD SECONDS TO GET OVER TO THE SIDE. I GOT AS FAR OUT OF THE ROAD AS POSSIBLE BUT IT WAS A DICEY SITUATION. I CALLED MY MECHANIC WHO SENT ...

May 4, 2012 Power Train 139,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 7 AM IN THE MORNING ON A VERY BUST ROAD IN NEVADA, BOTH THE CHECK IN LIGHT AND THE FAILSAFE MODE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR STOPPED IN TRAFFIC AND I HAD SECONDS TO GET OVER TO THE SIDE. I GOT AS FAR OUT OF THE ROAD AS POSSIBLE BUT IT WAS A DICEY SITUATION. I CALLED MY MECHANIC WHO SENT ...

May 3, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND SOMETIMES EVEN AFTER YOU HAVE STOPPED, IT LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK SUCH AS WHEN TRYING TO PARK OR REVERSE FROM PARKING. THE LUNGING STARTS HAPPEN WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE, SUMMER MONTHS, AND ALWAYS IF THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. THE LUNGING STARTED OFF SMALL IN THE BE...

May 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND SOMETIMES EVEN AFTER YOU HAVE STOPPED, IT LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK SUCH AS WHEN TRYING TO PARK OR REVERSE FROM PARKING. THE LUNGING STARTS HAPPEN WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE, SUMMER MONTHS, AND ALWAYS IF THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. THE LUNGING STARTED OFF SMALL IN THE BE...

May 3, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND SOMETIMES EVEN AFTER YOU HAVE STOPPED, IT LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK SUCH AS WHEN TRYING TO PARK OR REVERSE FROM PARKING. THE LUNGING STARTS HAPPEN WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE, SUMMER MONTHS, AND ALWAYS IF THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. THE LUNGING STARTED OFF SMALL IN THE BE...

May 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND SOMETIMES EVEN AFTER YOU HAVE STOPPED, IT LUNGES FORWARD OR BACK SUCH AS WHEN TRYING TO PARK OR REVERSE FROM PARKING. THE LUNGING STARTS HAPPEN WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE, SUMMER MONTHS, AND ALWAYS IF THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. THE LUNGING STARTED OFF SMALL IN THE BE...

May 2, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT WAS AT A STOP AND SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STALLED W...

May 2, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT WAS AT A STOP AND SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUDDENLY STALLED W...

Apr 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAG...

Apr 30, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAG...

Apr 25, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 25, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 25, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 25, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

SCARY CAR. A COUPLE OF TIMES WHEN CAR IS IDLE/FOOT ON BRAKE THE CAR WOULD SURGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THIS IS CREEPY. FIRST TIME HAPPENED WHEN PARKING IN FRONT OF A WALL. LUCKILY, I HAD ENOUGH ROOM TO NOT HIT THE FRONT. I JUST CAME HOME AND ROLLED INTO PARKING SPACE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE BUT...

Apr 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *JS

Apr 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *JS

Apr 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE PARKING OR MANEUVERING AT LOW SPEEDS. FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE LIGHTLY AND VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED BUT IT WASN'T. CAR UNDER CONTROL WITH APPLIED BREAK BUT COULD CAUSE ACCIDENT IF LATE APPLYING BREAK. *JS

Apr 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE PARKING OR MANEUVERING AT LOW SPEEDS. FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE LIGHTLY AND VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED BUT IT WASN'T. CAR UNDER CONTROL WITH APPLIED BREAK BUT COULD CAUSE ACCIDENT IF LATE APPLYING BREAK. *JS

Apr 17, 2012 Power Train 111,980 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR FORD FREESTYLE. WE ARE FINDING OUT THAT THIS IS HAPPENING TO MANY FORD FREESTYLES WITH THE CRV TRANSMISSION. FORD KNOWS THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM, BUT WILL NOT RECALL THESE CARS. I AM DONE WITH FORD CARS FOREVER. *JS

Apr 17, 2012 Power Train 111,980 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR FORD FREESTYLE. WE ARE FINDING OUT THAT THIS IS HAPPENING TO MANY FORD FREESTYLES WITH THE CRV TRANSMISSION. FORD KNOWS THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM, BUT WILL NOT RECALL THESE CARS. I AM DONE WITH FORD CARS FOREVER. *JS

Apr 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN A DRIVE-THRU WINDOW, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AS THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE WASRNING LAMP WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIA...

Apr 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN A DRIVE-THRU WINDOW, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AS THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE WASRNING LAMP WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIA...

Apr 10, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

IN 2008 MY FORD FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY LOW SPEEDS WHEN IN GEAR WITHOUT EITHER THE BRAKE OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLIED. IF I APPLIED THE BRAKES, IT STOPPED THE CAR RIGHT AWAY, BUT IF I WAS SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND DIDN'T HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE...

Apr 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

IN 2008 MY FORD FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY LOW SPEEDS WHEN IN GEAR WITHOUT EITHER THE BRAKE OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLIED. IF I APPLIED THE BRAKES, IT STOPPED THE CAR RIGHT AWAY, BUT IF I WAS SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND DIDN'T HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE...

Apr 10, 2012 Power Train 54,392 mi

MY FAMILY AND I WERE ON A SUMMER VACATION TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 70 MPH. MY VAN WAS SET ON CRUISE CONTROL. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE MOTOR REVVED UP EXTREMELY HIGH AND I TAPPED THE BRAKES WHICH DISCONNECTED THE CRUISE CONTROL. I THEN STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE ENGINE JUST REVVED ...

Apr 10, 2012 Electrical System 72,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD BEHAVE ERRATICALLY AND THEN COMPLETELY STOP WORKING FOR 10-30 SECONDS, AFTER THIS THE WRENCH AND SEAT BELT LIGHT STAY ON. THEN THEY RESET AND ALL GAUGES WORK NORMALLY AND THEN THIS REOCCURS. DURING THESE OCCURRENCES THE ENGINE WOULD ACT SLUGGISHLY AND THE...

Apr 10, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

IN 2008 MY FORD FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY LOW SPEEDS WHEN IN GEAR WITHOUT EITHER THE BRAKE OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLIED. IF I APPLIED THE BRAKES, IT STOPPED THE CAR RIGHT AWAY, BUT IF I WAS SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND DIDN'T HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE...

Apr 10, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

IN 2008 MY FORD FREESTYLE STARTED LUNGING FORWARD AT VERY LOW SPEEDS WHEN IN GEAR WITHOUT EITHER THE BRAKE OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLIED. IF I APPLIED THE BRAKES, IT STOPPED THE CAR RIGHT AWAY, BUT IF I WAS SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND DIDN'T HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE...

Apr 10, 2012 Power Train 54,392 mi

MY FAMILY AND I WERE ON A SUMMER VACATION TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 70 MPH. MY VAN WAS SET ON CRUISE CONTROL. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE MOTOR REVVED UP EXTREMELY HIGH AND I TAPPED THE BRAKES WHICH DISCONNECTED THE CRUISE CONTROL. I THEN STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE ENGINE JUST REVVED ...

Apr 10, 2012 Electrical System 72,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD BEHAVE ERRATICALLY AND THEN COMPLETELY STOP WORKING FOR 10-30 SECONDS, AFTER THIS THE WRENCH AND SEAT BELT LIGHT STAY ON. THEN THEY RESET AND ALL GAUGES WORK NORMALLY AND THEN THIS REOCCURS. DURING THESE OCCURRENCES THE ENGINE WOULD ACT SLUGGISHLY AND THE...

Apr 9, 2012 Seats 50,000 mi

SECOND ROW BENCH WON'T RECLINE BACK UPRIGHT BECAUSE SEAT BELT MECHANISM STUCK AND PREVENTING UPRIGHT POSITION. DIFFICULT TO FASTEN CHILD'S SEAT BELT NEXT TO THE BENCH THAT WON'T GO UPRIGHT - VERY UNSAFE. CONTACTED FORD AND THEY SAID THERE ISN'T ANY RECALL FOR SEAT BELT AND/OR SECOND ROW'S ALREADY KN...

Apr 9, 2012 Seat Belts 50,000 mi

SECOND ROW BENCH WON'T RECLINE BACK UPRIGHT BECAUSE SEAT BELT MECHANISM STUCK AND PREVENTING UPRIGHT POSITION. DIFFICULT TO FASTEN CHILD'S SEAT BELT NEXT TO THE BENCH THAT WON'T GO UPRIGHT - VERY UNSAFE. CONTACTED FORD AND THEY SAID THERE ISN'T ANY RECALL FOR SEAT BELT AND/OR SECOND ROW'S ALREADY KN...

Apr 9, 2012 Seats 50,000 mi

SECOND ROW BENCH WON'T RECLINE BACK UPRIGHT BECAUSE SEAT BELT MECHANISM STUCK AND PREVENTING UPRIGHT POSITION. DIFFICULT TO FASTEN CHILD'S SEAT BELT NEXT TO THE BENCH THAT WON'T GO UPRIGHT - VERY UNSAFE. CONTACTED FORD AND THEY SAID THERE ISN'T ANY RECALL FOR SEAT BELT AND/OR SECOND ROW'S ALREADY KN...

Apr 9, 2012 Seat Belts 50,000 mi

SECOND ROW BENCH WON'T RECLINE BACK UPRIGHT BECAUSE SEAT BELT MECHANISM STUCK AND PREVENTING UPRIGHT POSITION. DIFFICULT TO FASTEN CHILD'S SEAT BELT NEXT TO THE BENCH THAT WON'T GO UPRIGHT - VERY UNSAFE. CONTACTED FORD AND THEY SAID THERE ISN'T ANY RECALL FOR SEAT BELT AND/OR SECOND ROW'S ALREADY KN...

Apr 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE TRAVELING 5-10 MPH WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FUNCTIONING, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 130,000. THE ...

Apr 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE TRAVELING 5-10 MPH WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FUNCTIONING, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 130,000. THE ...

Mar 25, 2012 Electrical System 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 25, 2012 Exterior Lighting 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 25, 2012 Electrical System 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 25, 2012 Exterior Lighting 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 25, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 56,152 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CLUSTER LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALL WENT OUT AND THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, CONTROL TEMP, AND GAS GAGE ALL ZEROED OUT AND A WRENCH AND AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THEN AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING EVERYTHING STARTING WORKING AGAIN AND THE TWO WARNING ...

Mar 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *TR

Mar 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *TR

Mar 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *TR

Mar 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED OR MOVING SLOW TO MAKE A TURN THE ENGINE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN , THIS HAPPENS GOING FORWARDS OR IN REVERSE AND HAPPENS MORE WITH THE AC TURNED ON. *TR

Mar 20, 2012 Power Train 94,200 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THIS HAPPENED! AGAIN, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY THE MOTOR GAVE OUT. LUCKILY, WE MADE IT WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT TO THE SHOULDER. THE WRENCH SYMBOL AND THE CEL WERE ON. THE MOTOR STARTED AGAIN BUT THE CAR DIDN'T TAKE ANY GAS, DIDN'T ACCELERATE. AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING VE...

Mar 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 94,200 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THIS HAPPENED! AGAIN, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY THE MOTOR GAVE OUT. LUCKILY, WE MADE IT WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT TO THE SHOULDER. THE WRENCH SYMBOL AND THE CEL WERE ON. THE MOTOR STARTED AGAIN BUT THE CAR DIDN'T TAKE ANY GAS, DIDN'T ACCELERATE. AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING VE...

Mar 20, 2012 Unknown Or Other 72,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE (SEE PE-11018). FIRST INCIDENT VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. WOULD TURN OVER BUT NOT START. THEN HAD INCIDENCES OF LURCHING FORWARD AND ALSO IN REVERSED. SECOND FAILURE WAS SAME AS FIRST. AFTER THIRD FAILURE, CONTACTED LOCAL MECHANIC WHO IN TURN CONTACTED LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHO A...

Mar 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD EXHIBITING AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEH...

Mar 20, 2012 Power Train 94,200 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THIS HAPPENED! AGAIN, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY THE MOTOR GAVE OUT. LUCKILY, WE MADE IT WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT TO THE SHOULDER. THE WRENCH SYMBOL AND THE CEL WERE ON. THE MOTOR STARTED AGAIN BUT THE CAR DIDN'T TAKE ANY GAS, DIDN'T ACCELERATE. AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING VE...

Mar 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 94,200 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THIS HAPPENED! AGAIN, WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY THE MOTOR GAVE OUT. LUCKILY, WE MADE IT WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT TO THE SHOULDER. THE WRENCH SYMBOL AND THE CEL WERE ON. THE MOTOR STARTED AGAIN BUT THE CAR DIDN'T TAKE ANY GAS, DIDN'T ACCELERATE. AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING VE...

Mar 20, 2012 Unknown Or Other 72,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE (SEE PE-11018). FIRST INCIDENT VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. WOULD TURN OVER BUT NOT START. THEN HAD INCIDENCES OF LURCHING FORWARD AND ALSO IN REVERSED. SECOND FAILURE WAS SAME AS FIRST. AFTER THIRD FAILURE, CONTACTED LOCAL MECHANIC WHO IN TURN CONTACTED LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHO A...

Mar 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD EXHIBITING AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEH...

Mar 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 25,000 mi

CHRONIC PROBLEM, INCREASING FREQUENCY, CANT REMEMBER WHEN IT ALL STARTED WAS INFREQUENT 1-2X/YEAR AND USUALLY ON HOT DAYS, MAYBE WHEN IT WAS 1 YEAR OLD. HAS GRADUALLY INCREASED IN FREQUENCY HAPPENING NOW IN SPURTS WITH NO RHYME NOR REASON. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, OR DRIVE FROM REVERSE CAR WIL...

Mar 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 25,000 mi

CHRONIC PROBLEM, INCREASING FREQUENCY, CANT REMEMBER WHEN IT ALL STARTED WAS INFREQUENT 1-2X/YEAR AND USUALLY ON HOT DAYS, MAYBE WHEN IT WAS 1 YEAR OLD. HAS GRADUALLY INCREASED IN FREQUENCY HAPPENING NOW IN SPURTS WITH NO RHYME NOR REASON. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, OR DRIVE FROM REVERSE CAR WIL...

Mar 16, 2012 Equipment 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER DID NOT BLOW COOL AIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND THE CURRENT MI...

Mar 16, 2012 Equipment 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER DID NOT BLOW COOL AIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND THE CURRENT MI...

Mar 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 129,956 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR WHILE STOPPED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE FOLLOWED BY STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 129,956.

Mar 8, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,956 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR WHILE STOPPED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE FOLLOWED BY STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 129,956.

Mar 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 129,956 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR WHILE STOPPED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE FOLLOWED BY STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 129,956.

Mar 8, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,956 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR WHILE STOPPED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE FOLLOWED BY STALLING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 129,956.

Feb 22, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 22, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 22, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 22, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 54,855 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL LUNGING INCIDENTS WHERE THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LUNG FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHEN BACKING OUT A PARKING SPACE ETC.. THE FIRST TIME I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT WAS ON 08/25/09. THE NEXT TIME WAS ON 09/22/09. THE DEALER ORDERED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. T...

Feb 21, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY IT WAS MAKING A VERY LOUD TRANSMISSION NOISE. I RECEIVED A CALL AT 4PM FROM THE FORD DEALERSHIP STATING THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS BAD. WHEN I RECEIVED THIS INFORMATION I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM ONLY TO FIND THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS ON CVT TRANSMISSIONS FROM FO...

Feb 21, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY IT WAS MAKING A VERY LOUD TRANSMISSION NOISE. I RECEIVED A CALL AT 4PM FROM THE FORD DEALERSHIP STATING THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS BAD. WHEN I RECEIVED THIS INFORMATION I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM ONLY TO FIND THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS ON CVT TRANSMISSIONS FROM FO...

Feb 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND FUEL GAUGE FAILED AND DISPLAYED AN ERRONEOUS READING OF ZERO. IN ADDITION, THE TURN SIGNALS AND HEADLIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD S...

Feb 16, 2012 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND FUEL GAUGE FAILED AND DISPLAYED AN ERRONEOUS READING OF ZERO. IN ADDITION, THE TURN SIGNALS AND HEADLIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD S...

Feb 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND FUEL GAUGE FAILED AND DISPLAYED AN ERRONEOUS READING OF ZERO. IN ADDITION, THE TURN SIGNALS AND HEADLIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD S...

Feb 16, 2012 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND FUEL GAUGE FAILED AND DISPLAYED AN ERRONEOUS READING OF ZERO. IN ADDITION, THE TURN SIGNALS AND HEADLIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD S...

Feb 15, 2012 Suspension Crash 54,401 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 72 MPH. WHILE DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT SECTION OF HIGHWAY AND WITH BOTH OF MY HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL. I TRIED DESPERATELY TO STRAIGHTEN UP AND TO CONTROL THE CAR BU...

Feb 15, 2012 Wheels Crash 54,401 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 72 MPH. WHILE DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT SECTION OF HIGHWAY AND WITH BOTH OF MY HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL. I TRIED DESPERATELY TO STRAIGHTEN UP AND TO CONTROL THE CAR BU...

Feb 15, 2012 Suspension Crash 54,401 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 72 MPH. WHILE DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT SECTION OF HIGHWAY AND WITH BOTH OF MY HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL. I TRIED DESPERATELY TO STRAIGHTEN UP AND TO CONTROL THE CAR BU...

Feb 15, 2012 Wheels Crash 54,401 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 72 MPH. WHILE DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT SECTION OF HIGHWAY AND WITH BOTH OF MY HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL. I TRIED DESPERATELY TO STRAIGHTEN UP AND TO CONTROL THE CAR BU...

Feb 13, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN THE WEATHER FALLS BELOW FREEZING TEMP THE DRIVERS DOOR LOCK MECHANISM JAMS AND NO AMT OF WARM AIR APPLIED TO THE DOOR WILL UNJAM IT. I WAS UNABLE TO OPEN MY DRIVERS DOOR FOR THREE DAYS. *TR

Feb 13, 2012 Structure

WHEN THE WEATHER FALLS BELOW FREEZING TEMP THE DRIVERS DOOR LOCK MECHANISM JAMS AND NO AMT OF WARM AIR APPLIED TO THE DOOR WILL UNJAM IT. I WAS UNABLE TO OPEN MY DRIVERS DOOR FOR THREE DAYS. *TR

Feb 13, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN THE WEATHER FALLS BELOW FREEZING TEMP THE DRIVERS DOOR LOCK MECHANISM JAMS AND NO AMT OF WARM AIR APPLIED TO THE DOOR WILL UNJAM IT. I WAS UNABLE TO OPEN MY DRIVERS DOOR FOR THREE DAYS. *TR

Feb 13, 2012 Structure

WHEN THE WEATHER FALLS BELOW FREEZING TEMP THE DRIVERS DOOR LOCK MECHANISM JAMS AND NO AMT OF WARM AIR APPLIED TO THE DOOR WILL UNJAM IT. I WAS UNABLE TO OPEN MY DRIVERS DOOR FOR THREE DAYS. *TR

Feb 12, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTYLE, I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED TWICE FOR THIS SURGING ISSUE. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. I HAVE READ ON THE FORUMS ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS MY WIFE'S CAR AND SHE FREAKS OUT WHEN IT SURGES, SHE HAS ...

Feb 12, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTYLE, I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED TWICE FOR THIS SURGING ISSUE. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. I HAVE READ ON THE FORUMS ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS MY WIFE'S CAR AND SHE FREAKS OUT WHEN IT SURGES, SHE HAS ...

Feb 12, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTYLE, I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED TWICE FOR THIS SURGING ISSUE. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. I HAVE READ ON THE FORUMS ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS MY WIFE'S CAR AND SHE FREAKS OUT WHEN IT SURGES, SHE HAS ...

Feb 12, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTYLE, I BOUGHT NEW, AND HAVE HAD THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED TWICE FOR THIS SURGING ISSUE. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. I HAVE READ ON THE FORUMS ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS MY WIFE'S CAR AND SHE FREAKS OUT WHEN IT SURGES, SHE HAS ...

Feb 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE ONLY TO HAVE IT STALL AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING THAT CONCLUDED THAT THE T...

Feb 8, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE ONLY TO HAVE IT STALL AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING THAT CONCLUDED THAT THE T...

Jan 30, 2012 Unknown Or Other 40,000 mi

WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE, THE CAR WILL LUNG FORWARD AND AS SOON AS THE BREAKS ARE APPLIED THE CAR GOES DEAD AND THE TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON. THIS HAPPENS A GOOD DEAL OF THE TIME AND IS VERY DANGEROUS AND HAS NEARLY CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS. *TT

Jan 30, 2012 Unknown Or Other 40,000 mi

WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE, THE CAR WILL LUNG FORWARD AND AS SOON AS THE BREAKS ARE APPLIED THE CAR GOES DEAD AND THE TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON. THIS HAPPENS A GOOD DEAL OF THE TIME AND IS VERY DANGEROUS AND HAS NEARLY CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS. *TT

Jan 26, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFER...

Jan 26, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFER...

Jan 25, 2012 Power Train 14,777 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT MOVED THE GEAR SHIFTER TO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARD ABNORMALLY AS THE CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT ...

Jan 25, 2012 Power Train 14,777 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT MOVED THE GEAR SHIFTER TO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARD ABNORMALLY AS THE CHECK TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT ...

Jan 23, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH TWO ISSUES.. ISSUE #1- WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR (DRIVE OR REVERSE) OR STARTING TO ACCELERATE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS A REQUIREMENT TO STAY A FEW FEET BACK AND FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AT ALL TIMES AS NOT TO HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS. I...

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH TWO ISSUES.. ISSUE #1- WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR (DRIVE OR REVERSE) OR STARTING TO ACCELERATE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS A REQUIREMENT TO STAY A FEW FEET BACK AND FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AT ALL TIMES AS NOT TO HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS. I...

Jan 23, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH TWO ISSUES.. ISSUE #1- WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR (DRIVE OR REVERSE) OR STARTING TO ACCELERATE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS A REQUIREMENT TO STAY A FEW FEET BACK AND FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AT ALL TIMES AS NOT TO HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS. I...

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH TWO ISSUES.. ISSUE #1- WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR (DRIVE OR REVERSE) OR STARTING TO ACCELERATE THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS A REQUIREMENT TO STAY A FEW FEET BACK AND FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AT ALL TIMES AS NOT TO HIT OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS. I...

Jan 22, 2012 Electrical System 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Power Train 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Electrical System 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Power Train 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 22, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

I HAVE MORE THAN ONE COMPLAINT. 1) SHORTLY AFTER BUYING MY USED 2005 FREESTYLE I WOULD BE DRIVING BOTH AT HIGHER AND LOWER SPEEDS AND I WOULD LOOSE ALL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT RESPOND TO GAS OR STEERING. IT WAS LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER BUT IT WAS STILL RUNNING. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISS...

Jan 21, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,565 mi

WHILE STATIONARY IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN THE LEFT TURN LANE AT A RED LIGHT, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED MOVING THE CAR FORWARD APPROXIMATELY FIVE FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION BEFORE IT COULD BE STOPPED. AT THE TIME OF THIS OCCURRENCE, MY FOOT WAS ALREADY ON THE BRAKE AND ONLY BY STOMPING HAR...

Jan 21, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,565 mi

WHILE STATIONARY IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN THE LEFT TURN LANE AT A RED LIGHT, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED MOVING THE CAR FORWARD APPROXIMATELY FIVE FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION BEFORE IT COULD BE STOPPED. AT THE TIME OF THIS OCCURRENCE, MY FOOT WAS ALREADY ON THE BRAKE AND ONLY BY STOMPING HAR...

Jan 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT NOTICED THE BRAKES WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL APPLYING EXCESSIVE PRESSURE UNTIL THE BRAKES RESPONDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEND...

Jan 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT NOTICED THE BRAKES WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL APPLYING EXCESSIVE PRESSURE UNTIL THE BRAKES RESPONDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEND...

Jan 18, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Jan 18, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Jan 17, 2012 Structure

THERE IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY 2005 FREESTYLE WE BOUGHT IT LESS THAN A YEAR AGO AND EVERYTIME IT RAINS OR GETS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR MY DRIVER DOOR HIS DPPR AND THE HATCH POPPED OPEN IN MOVING TRAFF...

Jan 17, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION HAS STARTED TO MAKE A VERY UGLY NOISE WHEN ON PARK. THE SUV LUNGES AND THE RPM NEEDLE GOES OUT OF CONTROL SOMETIMES. I'VE READ ONLINE OF OTHER FORD FREESTYLES HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS AND I'VE ALSO HEARD THAT THESE PROBLEMS HAVE CAUSE SOME ACCIDENTS. PLEASE DO SOMETHING TO FIX THIS ...

Jan 17, 2012 Structure

THERE IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY 2005 FREESTYLE WE BOUGHT IT LESS THAN A YEAR AGO AND EVERYTIME IT RAINS OR GETS COLD THE DOORS WILL NOT SHUT IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR MY DRIVER DOOR HIS DPPR AND THE HATCH POPPED OPEN IN MOVING TRAFF...

Jan 17, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION HAS STARTED TO MAKE A VERY UGLY NOISE WHEN ON PARK. THE SUV LUNGES AND THE RPM NEEDLE GOES OUT OF CONTROL SOMETIMES. I'VE READ ONLINE OF OTHER FORD FREESTYLES HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS AND I'VE ALSO HEARD THAT THESE PROBLEMS HAVE CAUSE SOME ACCIDENTS. PLEASE DO SOMETHING TO FIX THIS ...

Jan 15, 2012 Unknown Or Other 94,500 mi

VEHICLE APPEARS NORMAL FIRST 10 MINUTES OR SO OF DRIVING, THEN TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND AWD MALFUNCTION APPEAR. FORD DIAGNOSED P1889 ERROR CODE. NOTICED ALL FORD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REPAIR DIDN'T RESOLVE OTHERS' SIMILAR ISSUES AND THAT THERE IS FREQUENT REPORTING OVER THIS ISSUE AND FORD DOESN'T K...

Jan 15, 2012 Unknown Or Other 94,500 mi

VEHICLE APPEARS NORMAL FIRST 10 MINUTES OR SO OF DRIVING, THEN TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND AWD MALFUNCTION APPEAR. FORD DIAGNOSED P1889 ERROR CODE. NOTICED ALL FORD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REPAIR DIDN'T RESOLVE OTHERS' SIMILAR ISSUES AND THAT THERE IS FREQUENT REPORTING OVER THIS ISSUE AND FORD DOESN'T K...

Jan 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2010, VERY NICE CAR. A FEW WEEK INTO DRIVING I HEARD A VERY STRANGE NOISE SO I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO CHECK, THE TOLD ME THE NOISE IS NORMAL IT IS COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION AND THAT SOUND GOES WITH THAT TYPE OF TRANNY(CVT). AUGUST OF 2010 DRIVING...

Jan 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 142,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED OR WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, NOR WAS THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WA...

Jan 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

THIS FREESTYLE HAS SURGED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASE. WE REPLACE A FAILED THROTTLE BODY IN 2010. RECENTLY IN SHOP IN 9/11 FOR NONSTART. *TR

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2010, VERY NICE CAR. A FEW WEEK INTO DRIVING I HEARD A VERY STRANGE NOISE SO I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO CHECK, THE TOLD ME THE NOISE IS NORMAL IT IS COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION AND THAT SOUND GOES WITH THAT TYPE OF TRANNY(CVT). AUGUST OF 2010 DRIVING...

Jan 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 142,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED OR WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, NOR WAS THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WA...

Jan 6, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING FORWARD, STALLING OUT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WRENCH ICON LIGHT COMING ON. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO BE ON THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOPPING, AND VERY PORE ACCELERATION. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES AT READING CODES DISCOVERED IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. I NOTICED ALL OF THE CO...

Jan 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING FORWARD, STALLING OUT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WRENCH ICON LIGHT COMING ON. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO BE ON THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOPPING, AND VERY PORE ACCELERATION. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES AT READING CODES DISCOVERED IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. I NOTICED ALL OF THE CO...

Jan 6, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING FORWARD, STALLING OUT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WRENCH ICON LIGHT COMING ON. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO BE ON THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOPPING, AND VERY PORE ACCELERATION. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES AT READING CODES DISCOVERED IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. I NOTICED ALL OF THE CO...

Jan 6, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING FORWARD, STALLING OUT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WRENCH ICON LIGHT COMING ON. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO BE ON THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOPPING, AND VERY PORE ACCELERATION. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES AT READING CODES DISCOVERED IT WAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. I NOTICED ALL OF THE CO...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE W...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT, THE ENGINE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY, I HAD TO PRESS VERY HARD ON BREAK TO PREVENT THE CAR FROM LAUNCHING. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN SEVERAL OCCASIONS, ALWAYS WHEN STOPPED BUT NOT IN PARK. *TR

Jan 3, 2012 Power Train 91,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE CAR SEVICED FOR STALLING , AND HAVING THE THROTTLE CLEANED, THE CAR AGAIN WOULD NOT START.. THIS TIME IT HAD DRAINED THE BRAND NEW BATTERY AS WELL. *TR

Jan 3, 2012 Structure 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY CONFIRMED TO THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CA...

Jan 3, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 99,905 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40-50 MPH WHEN THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FLEW OPEN WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 99,905 AND THE...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE W...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT, THE ENGINE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY, I HAD TO PRESS VERY HARD ON BREAK TO PREVENT THE CAR FROM LAUNCHING. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN SEVERAL OCCASIONS, ALWAYS WHEN STOPPED BUT NOT IN PARK. *TR

Jan 3, 2012 Power Train 91,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE CAR SEVICED FOR STALLING , AND HAVING THE THROTTLE CLEANED, THE CAR AGAIN WOULD NOT START.. THIS TIME IT HAD DRAINED THE BRAND NEW BATTERY AS WELL. *TR

Jan 3, 2012 Structure 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY CONFIRMED TO THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CA...

Jan 3, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 99,905 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40-50 MPH WHEN THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FLEW OPEN WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 99,905 AND THE...

Jan 2, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY IN THIS VEHICLE AROUND 2008. I CAN CHECK WITH MY MECHANIC FOR AN EXACT DATE. IT WAS SURGING INTO TRAFFIC, LIGHT POLES IN PARKING LOTS, AND EVEN PEDESTRIANS, ALL WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. I NOW HAVE THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING AGAIN. T...

Jan 2, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY IN THIS VEHICLE AROUND 2008. I CAN CHECK WITH MY MECHANIC FOR AN EXACT DATE. IT WAS SURGING INTO TRAFFIC, LIGHT POLES IN PARKING LOTS, AND EVEN PEDESTRIANS, ALL WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. I NOW HAVE THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING AGAIN. T...

Jan 1, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE KINDA LIKE STALLING IT DOES THIS UP TO 4 OR 5 TIMES WITH ONLY GOING A FEW MILES AND DOESN'T MATTER IF IT IS IN TOWN OR HIGHWAY IT DOES IT EVERYWHERE. WE HAVE TO PULL OVER SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT. *TR

Jan 1, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE KINDA LIKE STALLING IT DOES THIS UP TO 4 OR 5 TIMES WITH ONLY GOING A FEW MILES AND DOESN'T MATTER IF IT IS IN TOWN OR HIGHWAY IT DOES IT EVERYWHERE. WE HAVE TO PULL OVER SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT. *TR

Dec 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 30, 2011 Power Train 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 30, 2011 Power Train 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB

Dec 28, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

PURCHASED USED FORD FREESTYLE DECEMBER 2010. RAN FINE UNTIL WARM WEATHER AND USE OF AIR CONDITIONER. WITH A/C ON, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SEEMS TO OFTEN GREATLY OVERSHOOT THE CORRECT SETTING WHEN SHIFTING FROM NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, WHICH CAUSES A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RPM INCREASE AND ...

Dec 28, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

PURCHASED USED FORD FREESTYLE DECEMBER 2010. RAN FINE UNTIL WARM WEATHER AND USE OF AIR CONDITIONER. WITH A/C ON, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SEEMS TO OFTEN GREATLY OVERSHOOT THE CORRECT SETTING WHEN SHIFTING FROM NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, WHICH CAUSES A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RPM INCREASE AND ...

Dec 28, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

PURCHASED USED FORD FREESTYLE DECEMBER 2010. RAN FINE UNTIL WARM WEATHER AND USE OF AIR CONDITIONER. WITH A/C ON, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SEEMS TO OFTEN GREATLY OVERSHOOT THE CORRECT SETTING WHEN SHIFTING FROM NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, WHICH CAUSES A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RPM INCREASE AND ...

Dec 28, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

PURCHASED USED FORD FREESTYLE DECEMBER 2010. RAN FINE UNTIL WARM WEATHER AND USE OF AIR CONDITIONER. WITH A/C ON, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SEEMS TO OFTEN GREATLY OVERSHOOT THE CORRECT SETTING WHEN SHIFTING FROM NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, WHICH CAUSES A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RPM INCREASE AND ...

Dec 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATE...

Dec 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATE...

Dec 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,329 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. AFTER TWO YEARS I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE VARIOUS UNINTENDED ACCELERATIONS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A FORD AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT CHECKED OUT. THEIR WORK ORDER INDICATED THEY HAD PERFORMED AN "EEC TEST CODE P2106 (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR...

Dec 26, 2011 Power Train 30,329 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. AFTER TWO YEARS I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE VARIOUS UNINTENDED ACCELERATIONS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A FORD AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT CHECKED OUT. THEIR WORK ORDER INDICATED THEY HAD PERFORMED AN "EEC TEST CODE P2106 (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR...

Dec 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,329 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. AFTER TWO YEARS I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE VARIOUS UNINTENDED ACCELERATIONS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A FORD AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT CHECKED OUT. THEIR WORK ORDER INDICATED THEY HAD PERFORMED AN "EEC TEST CODE P2106 (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR...

Dec 26, 2011 Power Train 30,329 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. AFTER TWO YEARS I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE VARIOUS UNINTENDED ACCELERATIONS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A FORD AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT CHECKED OUT. THEIR WORK ORDER INDICATED THEY HAD PERFORMED AN "EEC TEST CODE P2106 (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR...

Dec 17, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

WHILE SITTING IDLE WAITING IN LINE AT A DRIVE THROUGH CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAY, THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON IN THE CAR. AFTER LIGHT CAME ON, COULD NOT DRIVE FASTER THAN 35 MPH. TOOK CAR TO PARKWAY FORD IN WINSTON SALEM WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT ENTIRE CVT WAS RUINED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ...

Dec 17, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

WHILE SITTING IDLE WAITING IN LINE AT A DRIVE THROUGH CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAY, THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON IN THE CAR. AFTER LIGHT CAME ON, COULD NOT DRIVE FASTER THAN 35 MPH. TOOK CAR TO PARKWAY FORD IN WINSTON SALEM WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT ENTIRE CVT WAS RUINED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ...

Dec 13, 2011 Electrical System 86,860 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE AT A SPEED OF 55MPH THE MOTOR SUDDENLY DIES AND THE WRENCH SYMBOL APPEARS. I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR BY TURNING THE KEY - DIDN'T WORK. LUCKILY WE WERE CLOSE TO AN EXIT AND I LET THE CAR ROLL OUT AND ONTO A PARKING LOT. THERE I TRIED AGAIN TO START THE CAR A...

Dec 13, 2011 Power Train 86,860 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE AT A SPEED OF 55MPH THE MOTOR SUDDENLY DIES AND THE WRENCH SYMBOL APPEARS. I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR BY TURNING THE KEY - DIDN'T WORK. LUCKILY WE WERE CLOSE TO AN EXIT AND I LET THE CAR ROLL OUT AND ONTO A PARKING LOT. THERE I TRIED AGAIN TO START THE CAR A...

Dec 13, 2011 Electrical System 86,860 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE AT A SPEED OF 55MPH THE MOTOR SUDDENLY DIES AND THE WRENCH SYMBOL APPEARS. I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR BY TURNING THE KEY - DIDN'T WORK. LUCKILY WE WERE CLOSE TO AN EXIT AND I LET THE CAR ROLL OUT AND ONTO A PARKING LOT. THERE I TRIED AGAIN TO START THE CAR A...

Dec 13, 2011 Power Train 86,860 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE AT A SPEED OF 55MPH THE MOTOR SUDDENLY DIES AND THE WRENCH SYMBOL APPEARS. I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR BY TURNING THE KEY - DIDN'T WORK. LUCKILY WE WERE CLOSE TO AN EXIT AND I LET THE CAR ROLL OUT AND ONTO A PARKING LOT. THERE I TRIED AGAIN TO START THE CAR A...

Dec 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

Dec 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

Dec 8, 2011 Electrical System 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAD A INTERRUPTION IN POWER, CAUSING THE DIALS TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER DUE TO THE MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT HAD THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED BY THE DEALER THR...

Dec 8, 2011 Electrical System 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAD A INTERRUPTION IN POWER, CAUSING THE DIALS TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER DUE TO THE MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT HAD THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACED BY THE DEALER THR...

Dec 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE AT IDLE UPON STARTING CAR AND SHIFTING (AUTOMATIC) FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE HAS EXHIBITED SIGNIFICANT "LUNGING" WITHOUT ANY APPLIED PRESSURE TO GAS PEDDLE. ADDITIONALLY, THIS LUNGING HAS BEEN REPEATED A NUMBER OF TIMES INDEPENDENT OF INITIAL VEHICLE STARTS (I.E. WHEN PARKING ...

Dec 5, 2011 Power Train

WHILE AT IDLE UPON STARTING CAR AND SHIFTING (AUTOMATIC) FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE HAS EXHIBITED SIGNIFICANT "LUNGING" WITHOUT ANY APPLIED PRESSURE TO GAS PEDDLE. ADDITIONALLY, THIS LUNGING HAS BEEN REPEATED A NUMBER OF TIMES INDEPENDENT OF INITIAL VEHICLE STARTS (I.E. WHEN PARKING ...

Dec 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE AT IDLE UPON STARTING CAR AND SHIFTING (AUTOMATIC) FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE HAS EXHIBITED SIGNIFICANT "LUNGING" WITHOUT ANY APPLIED PRESSURE TO GAS PEDDLE. ADDITIONALLY, THIS LUNGING HAS BEEN REPEATED A NUMBER OF TIMES INDEPENDENT OF INITIAL VEHICLE STARTS (I.E. WHEN PARKING ...

Dec 5, 2011 Power Train

WHILE AT IDLE UPON STARTING CAR AND SHIFTING (AUTOMATIC) FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE HAS EXHIBITED SIGNIFICANT "LUNGING" WITHOUT ANY APPLIED PRESSURE TO GAS PEDDLE. ADDITIONALLY, THIS LUNGING HAS BEEN REPEATED A NUMBER OF TIMES INDEPENDENT OF INITIAL VEHICLE STARTS (I.E. WHEN PARKING ...

Dec 1, 2011 Power Train

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Dec 1, 2011 Steering

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Dec 1, 2011 Power Train

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Dec 1, 2011 Steering

MY 2005 LIMITED EDITION FREESTYLE HAS A FEW ISSUES THAT I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT. MY THROTTLE IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES. THE CAR WILL SURGE FORWARD WITH NO WARNING WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO HAS CAUSED IT TO HAVE A LOT OF DIFFICULTLY ACCELERATING WHEN IN MOTION AND STARTING THE IGNITION. I'...

Nov 29, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

IN THIS INCIDENT, BEFORE THE ENGINE SHUT OFF THE CAR WOULD SURGE WITH POWER FORCING MY CAR TO THRUST FORWARD WITHOUT CONTROL, PERHAPS CERTAIN TIMES UP TO ANYWHERE FROM A FEW INCHES TO A COUPLE FEET. AFTER THIS HAPPENS FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE CAR TURNS OFF AND THE SYSTEM READS FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. ...

Nov 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 133,000 mi

IN THIS INCIDENT, BEFORE THE ENGINE SHUT OFF THE CAR WOULD SURGE WITH POWER FORCING MY CAR TO THRUST FORWARD WITHOUT CONTROL, PERHAPS CERTAIN TIMES UP TO ANYWHERE FROM A FEW INCHES TO A COUPLE FEET. AFTER THIS HAPPENS FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE CAR TURNS OFF AND THE SYSTEM READS FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. ...

Nov 29, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

IN THIS INCIDENT, BEFORE THE ENGINE SHUT OFF THE CAR WOULD SURGE WITH POWER FORCING MY CAR TO THRUST FORWARD WITHOUT CONTROL, PERHAPS CERTAIN TIMES UP TO ANYWHERE FROM A FEW INCHES TO A COUPLE FEET. AFTER THIS HAPPENS FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE CAR TURNS OFF AND THE SYSTEM READS FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. ...

Nov 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 133,000 mi

IN THIS INCIDENT, BEFORE THE ENGINE SHUT OFF THE CAR WOULD SURGE WITH POWER FORCING MY CAR TO THRUST FORWARD WITHOUT CONTROL, PERHAPS CERTAIN TIMES UP TO ANYWHERE FROM A FEW INCHES TO A COUPLE FEET. AFTER THIS HAPPENS FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE CAR TURNS OFF AND THE SYSTEM READS FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. ...

Nov 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARD WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL FEATURE NEEDED TO BE DEACTIVATED TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. TH...

Nov 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE BACKWARD WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL FEATURE NEEDED TO BE DEACTIVATED TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. TH...

Nov 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY CAR HAS A SERIOUS LUNGING PROBLEM. IT DOES IT MAINLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN DRIVE, BUT ALSO WHEN IN REVERSE. I HAVE HIT POSTS AND OTHER STATIONARY OBJECTS A COUPLE OF TIMES, AND HAVE MULTIPLE NEAR MISSES OF HITTING OTHER CARS. AN EXAMPLE WOULD BE SUCH AS WHEN IN THE DRIVE-THRU AT MCDONALDS OR OTHER F...

Nov 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY CAR HAS A SERIOUS LUNGING PROBLEM. IT DOES IT MAINLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN DRIVE, BUT ALSO WHEN IN REVERSE. I HAVE HIT POSTS AND OTHER STATIONARY OBJECTS A COUPLE OF TIMES, AND HAVE MULTIPLE NEAR MISSES OF HITTING OTHER CARS. AN EXAMPLE WOULD BE SUCH AS WHEN IN THE DRIVE-THRU AT MCDONALDS OR OTHER F...

Nov 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A FAILED THROTTLE BODY AS EVIDENCED BY TWO CODES: T2106 AND P061B (REPORTED TO ME BY MY MECHANIC). IT LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE NORMALLY. IT GOES INTO "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE" REPEATEDLY AND RANDOMLY. IT HAS "ROUGH STARTS" FROM TIME TO TIME THAT HAVE NOT BEEN FOUND TO ...

Nov 22, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A FAILED THROTTLE BODY AS EVIDENCED BY TWO CODES: T2106 AND P061B (REPORTED TO ME BY MY MECHANIC). IT LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE NORMALLY. IT GOES INTO "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE" REPEATEDLY AND RANDOMLY. IT HAS "ROUGH STARTS" FROM TIME TO TIME THAT HAVE NOT BEEN FOUND TO ...

Nov 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A FAILED THROTTLE BODY AS EVIDENCED BY TWO CODES: T2106 AND P061B (REPORTED TO ME BY MY MECHANIC). IT LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE NORMALLY. IT GOES INTO "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE" REPEATEDLY AND RANDOMLY. IT HAS "ROUGH STARTS" FROM TIME TO TIME THAT HAVE NOT BEEN FOUND TO ...

Nov 22, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A FAILED THROTTLE BODY AS EVIDENCED BY TWO CODES: T2106 AND P061B (REPORTED TO ME BY MY MECHANIC). IT LUNGES OR SURGES WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE NORMALLY. IT GOES INTO "ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE" REPEATEDLY AND RANDOMLY. IT HAS "ROUGH STARTS" FROM TIME TO TIME THAT HAVE NOT BEEN FOUND TO ...

Nov 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT PRIOR TO THE FAILURE A WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED ALONG THE CONTROL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT...

Nov 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT PRIOR TO THE FAILURE A WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED ALONG THE CONTROL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT...

Nov 19, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

ENG. SURGING CAR WANTS TO ACCELERATE WHILE STANDING AT RED LIGHT HAT TROUBLE HOLDING CAR STILL ALSO WHILE DRIVING CAR WANTS TO LURCH FORWARD. *TR

Nov 19, 2011 Electrical System 96,000 mi

ENG. SURGING CAR WANTS TO ACCELERATE WHILE STANDING AT RED LIGHT HAT TROUBLE HOLDING CAR STILL ALSO WHILE DRIVING CAR WANTS TO LURCH FORWARD. *TR

Nov 19, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

ENG. SURGING CAR WANTS TO ACCELERATE WHILE STANDING AT RED LIGHT HAT TROUBLE HOLDING CAR STILL ALSO WHILE DRIVING CAR WANTS TO LURCH FORWARD. *TR

Nov 19, 2011 Electrical System 96,000 mi

ENG. SURGING CAR WANTS TO ACCELERATE WHILE STANDING AT RED LIGHT HAT TROUBLE HOLDING CAR STILL ALSO WHILE DRIVING CAR WANTS TO LURCH FORWARD. *TR

Nov 15, 2011 Seat Belts 95,149 mi

2ND ROW, TWO SEAT BENCH. I WAS VACUUMING THE CAR. I FOLDED THE BENCH DOWN TO VACUUM UNDER IT AND WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN IT TO THE UP POSITION THE SEAT WOULD NOT UNFOLD. I REALIZED THE SEAT BELT WAS LOCKED. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO GET IT FIXED THINKING ITS A SAFETY ISSUE AND WOULD BE FREE OF CHAR...

Nov 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE ABRUPTLY IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. IN ADDITION, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Nov 15, 2011 Seat Belts 95,149 mi

2ND ROW, TWO SEAT BENCH. I WAS VACUUMING THE CAR. I FOLDED THE BENCH DOWN TO VACUUM UNDER IT AND WHEN I TRIED TO RETURN IT TO THE UP POSITION THE SEAT WOULD NOT UNFOLD. I REALIZED THE SEAT BELT WAS LOCKED. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO GET IT FIXED THINKING ITS A SAFETY ISSUE AND WOULD BE FREE OF CHAR...

Nov 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE ABRUPTLY IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. IN ADDITION, THE AWD WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE WRENCH FAILURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABNORMALLY HIGH RPMS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED BUT THE ...

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE WRENCH FAILURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABNORMALLY HIGH RPMS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED BUT THE ...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE WRENCH FAILURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABNORMALLY HIGH RPMS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED BUT THE ...

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE WRENCH FAILURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED ABNORMALLY HIGH RPMS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED BUT THE ...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC WHERE THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD HAVE TO BE INSPECTED AND POSSIBLY REPLACED. TH...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC WHERE THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD HAVE TO BE INSPECTED AND POSSIBLY REPLACED. TH...

Nov 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD AS THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR SYMBOL ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Nov 8, 2011 Power Train 79,500 mi

THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THIS MODEL IS A PROBLEM. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD A SURGE WHEN YOU FIRST PUT IT IN GEAR OR LET OFF THE BRAKE, BUT THAT IS SOMETHING MY WIFE AND I GOT USED TO. COUPLE DAYS AGO WE GOT INTO THE CAR, AND RIGHT AFTER THE LITTLE SURGE WE'RE USED TO WE NOTICED THE TACH WAS GOING WAY UP (35...

Nov 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD AS THE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR SYMBOL ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Nov 8, 2011 Power Train 79,500 mi

THE CVT TRANSMISSION IN THIS MODEL IS A PROBLEM. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD A SURGE WHEN YOU FIRST PUT IT IN GEAR OR LET OFF THE BRAKE, BUT THAT IS SOMETHING MY WIFE AND I GOT USED TO. COUPLE DAYS AGO WE GOT INTO THE CAR, AND RIGHT AFTER THE LITTLE SURGE WE'RE USED TO WE NOTICED THE TACH WAS GOING WAY UP (35...

Nov 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AT CERTAIN TIMES. MOST NOTABLY WHILE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING AND PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE. SOMETIMES LUNGES WHILE PULLING OUT OF PARKING; SO WHILE IN REVERSE. SEEMS TO HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH TIGHT TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. MENTION HAS BEEN MADE OF A POSSIBLE THROTTL...

Nov 7, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AT CERTAIN TIMES. MOST NOTABLY WHILE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING AND PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE. SOMETIMES LUNGES WHILE PULLING OUT OF PARKING; SO WHILE IN REVERSE. SEEMS TO HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH TIGHT TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. MENTION HAS BEEN MADE OF A POSSIBLE THROTTL...

Nov 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AT CERTAIN TIMES. MOST NOTABLY WHILE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING AND PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE. SOMETIMES LUNGES WHILE PULLING OUT OF PARKING; SO WHILE IN REVERSE. SEEMS TO HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH TIGHT TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. MENTION HAS BEEN MADE OF A POSSIBLE THROTTL...

Nov 7, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AT CERTAIN TIMES. MOST NOTABLY WHILE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING AND PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE. SOMETIMES LUNGES WHILE PULLING OUT OF PARKING; SO WHILE IN REVERSE. SEEMS TO HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH TIGHT TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. MENTION HAS BEEN MADE OF A POSSIBLE THROTTL...

Oct 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

LUNGING, SURGING, AND JUMPING WHILE A/C IS ON. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

LUNGING, SURGING, AND JUMPING WHILE A/C IS ON. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Traction Control System

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Steering

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

LUNGING, SURGING, AND JUMPING WHILE A/C IS ON. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

LUNGING, SURGING, AND JUMPING WHILE A/C IS ON. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Traction Control System

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Steering

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 30, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES OF THE CAR BEING TURNED ON (DOES NOT HAVE TO BE IN MOTION). STEERING GETS REAL SENSITIVE. *TR

Oct 27, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE IN ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK PROPERLY...

Oct 27, 2011 Structure 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE IN ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK PROPERLY...

Oct 27, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE IN ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK PROPERLY...

Oct 27, 2011 Structure 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE IN ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK PROPERLY...

Oct 24, 2011 Power Train 62,400 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A CVT (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION). THE "CHECK TRANSMISSION" LIGHT COMES ON, CAR ONLY GOES ABOUT 30 MPH WITH ENGINE AT 4,000 RPM. TURN CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND THE PROBLEM IS GONE FOR A FEW MINUTES BUT THEN RECURS. WHILE THIS PROBLEM IS HAPPENING THE CAR IDLES AT 2,000 RPM (...

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM, CAR DOESN'T START. WHEN IT DOES START BLACK, SMELLY SPOKE COMES OUT OF THE TAIL PIPE. ISSUE STARTED AROUND MARCH BROUGHT TO GARAGE SAID IT WAS IN NEED OF A TUNE UP. HAD THAT DONE $400 CAR STILL DID THEY SAME THING NOT STARTING. WORKED FINE FOR AWHILE. AGAIN THE COLD WEATHER...

Oct 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,800 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE VEHICLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE WITH BRAKE APPLIED THIS WAS ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS ESPECIALLY AT DRIVE THROUGH FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. I REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY FOR $653.00 AT MY LOCAL MECHANIC. *TR

Oct 24, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,800 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE VEHICLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE WITH BRAKE APPLIED THIS WAS ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS ESPECIALLY AT DRIVE THROUGH FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. I REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY FOR $653.00 AT MY LOCAL MECHANIC. *TR

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 123,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH OUR FREESTYLE, AND AT THIS POINT ARE FACED WITH A FAILED THROTTLE BODY, WHICH WILL COST $900 TO REPLACE (DEALER QUOTE). SEARCHING THE INTERNET REVEALS THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON, KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYLE, AND ITS SISTER CARS (THE 500 & SABLE) ALL B...

Oct 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH OUR FREESTYLE, AND AT THIS POINT ARE FACED WITH A FAILED THROTTLE BODY, WHICH WILL COST $900 TO REPLACE (DEALER QUOTE). SEARCHING THE INTERNET REVEALS THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON, KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYLE, AND ITS SISTER CARS (THE 500 & SABLE) ALL B...

Oct 24, 2011 Power Train 62,400 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS A CVT (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION). THE "CHECK TRANSMISSION" LIGHT COMES ON, CAR ONLY GOES ABOUT 30 MPH WITH ENGINE AT 4,000 RPM. TURN CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND THE PROBLEM IS GONE FOR A FEW MINUTES BUT THEN RECURS. WHILE THIS PROBLEM IS HAPPENING THE CAR IDLES AT 2,000 RPM (...

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM, CAR DOESN'T START. WHEN IT DOES START BLACK, SMELLY SPOKE COMES OUT OF THE TAIL PIPE. ISSUE STARTED AROUND MARCH BROUGHT TO GARAGE SAID IT WAS IN NEED OF A TUNE UP. HAD THAT DONE $400 CAR STILL DID THEY SAME THING NOT STARTING. WORKED FINE FOR AWHILE. AGAIN THE COLD WEATHER...

Oct 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,800 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE VEHICLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE WITH BRAKE APPLIED THIS WAS ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS ESPECIALLY AT DRIVE THROUGH FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. I REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY FOR $653.00 AT MY LOCAL MECHANIC. *TR

Oct 24, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,800 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILURE VEHICLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE WITH BRAKE APPLIED THIS WAS ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS ESPECIALLY AT DRIVE THROUGH FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. I REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY FOR $653.00 AT MY LOCAL MECHANIC. *TR

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 123,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH OUR FREESTYLE, AND AT THIS POINT ARE FACED WITH A FAILED THROTTLE BODY, WHICH WILL COST $900 TO REPLACE (DEALER QUOTE). SEARCHING THE INTERNET REVEALS THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON, KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYLE, AND ITS SISTER CARS (THE 500 & SABLE) ALL B...

Oct 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH OUR FREESTYLE, AND AT THIS POINT ARE FACED WITH A FAILED THROTTLE BODY, WHICH WILL COST $900 TO REPLACE (DEALER QUOTE). SEARCHING THE INTERNET REVEALS THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON, KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYLE, AND ITS SISTER CARS (THE 500 & SABLE) ALL B...

Oct 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR, THE CAR LUNGS (ACCELERATES). THIS HAPPENS IN REVERSE OR FORWARD MOTION. *TR

Oct 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR, THE CAR LUNGS (ACCELERATES). THIS HAPPENS IN REVERSE OR FORWARD MOTION. *TR

Oct 20, 2011 Power Train

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 20, 2011 Power Train

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I PURCHASE MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JUNE 2005. JULY 2005 TRAVELING TO GEORGIA BETWEEN 55/60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION ICON APPEARED. UPON TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I COULD NOT MOVE NO MORE THAN 30-40 MPH WITH THE RPM'S RACING. I HAD TO PULL OVER AND LET THE CAR REST APPROXIMATELY ...

Oct 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,000 mi

UNEXPLAINED ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. CAR LURCHES FOR NO APPARENT CAUSE. *TR

Oct 18, 2011 Electrical System 111,000 mi

UNEXPLAINED ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. CAR LURCHES FOR NO APPARENT CAUSE. *TR

Oct 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIE...

Oct 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,000 mi

AT SLOW SPEEDS, AT VARIOUS TIMES, THERE ARE UNINTENDED SURGES IN SPEED. THEY ARE USUALLY MORE COMMON WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS IN USE. THE MAY OCCUR WHEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. MY LOCAL DEALER ADVISED THAT FORD WAS LOOKING INTO THE PROBLEM, BUT I HAVE NOTHING DEFINITE ABOUT WHAT THE PROB...

Oct 18, 2011 Power Train 56,800 mi

SECOND COMPLAINT ON CVT TRANSMISSION. DEALERSHIP SAID THE ONLY WAY TO REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION IS TO REPLACE IT AS THEY FORD DOESN'T MAKE PARTS FOR IT ANYMORE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL COST $5800.00. HOW CAN FORD BE ALLOWED TO DISCONTINUE PARTS ON A 6 YEAR OLD VEHICLE. BOTH MY WIFE AND I ARE SOCIAL SECU...

Oct 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,000 mi

UNEXPLAINED ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. CAR LURCHES FOR NO APPARENT CAUSE. *TR

Oct 18, 2011 Electrical System 111,000 mi

UNEXPLAINED ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. CAR LURCHES FOR NO APPARENT CAUSE. *TR

Oct 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIE...

Oct 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,000 mi

AT SLOW SPEEDS, AT VARIOUS TIMES, THERE ARE UNINTENDED SURGES IN SPEED. THEY ARE USUALLY MORE COMMON WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS IN USE. THE MAY OCCUR WHEN IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. MY LOCAL DEALER ADVISED THAT FORD WAS LOOKING INTO THE PROBLEM, BUT I HAVE NOTHING DEFINITE ABOUT WHAT THE PROB...

Oct 18, 2011 Power Train 56,800 mi

SECOND COMPLAINT ON CVT TRANSMISSION. DEALERSHIP SAID THE ONLY WAY TO REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION IS TO REPLACE IT AS THEY FORD DOESN'T MAKE PARTS FOR IT ANYMORE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL COST $5800.00. HOW CAN FORD BE ALLOWED TO DISCONTINUE PARTS ON A 6 YEAR OLD VEHICLE. BOTH MY WIFE AND I ARE SOCIAL SECU...

Oct 16, 2011 Power Train

ROARING SOUNDS BEGIN TO SURGE IN THE TRANSMISSION AND THE CAR BECAME UNABLE TO DRIVE SAFELY. *TR

Oct 16, 2011 Power Train

ROARING SOUNDS BEGIN TO SURGE IN THE TRANSMISSION AND THE CAR BECAME UNABLE TO DRIVE SAFELY. *TR

Oct 15, 2011 Power Train 56,800 mi

THIS IS MY SECOND NOTICE ON THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS I AM SURE YOU HAVE BEEN DELUGED WITH. FORD REPRESENTED THE PROBLEM AS FLUID AND THOUGHT THIS WOULD TAKE CARE OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STOP. I PAID $325.00 TO HAVE THIS WORK COMPLETED. DROVE THE CAR HOME...

Oct 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT RESULTED IN THE CAR STALLING MULTIPLE TIMES, WHEN STARTED IT WOULD STUTTER, RPMS COULDN'T GET INTO NORMAL RANGE AND WHEN TRYING TO PUT IN GEAR IT WOULD STALL OUT. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO START WHILE KEEPING MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. ONCE DRIVING COULD ONLY...

Oct 15, 2011 Power Train 56,800 mi

THIS IS MY SECOND NOTICE ON THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS I AM SURE YOU HAVE BEEN DELUGED WITH. FORD REPRESENTED THE PROBLEM AS FLUID AND THOUGHT THIS WOULD TAKE CARE OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STOP. I PAID $325.00 TO HAVE THIS WORK COMPLETED. DROVE THE CAR HOME...

Oct 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

FIRST INCIDENT RESULTED IN THE CAR STALLING MULTIPLE TIMES, WHEN STARTED IT WOULD STUTTER, RPMS COULDN'T GET INTO NORMAL RANGE AND WHEN TRYING TO PUT IN GEAR IT WOULD STALL OUT. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO START WHILE KEEPING MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. ONCE DRIVING COULD ONLY...

Oct 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 48,266 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER SHE WOULD ENTER A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,266.

Oct 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING, BUT MORE FORCEFULLY WHEN IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WOULD NEED TWO DAYS FULLY TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BUT THE ...

Oct 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 48,266 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER SHE WOULD ENTER A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,266.

Oct 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD AND BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING, BUT MORE FORCEFULLY WHEN IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WOULD NEED TWO DAYS FULLY TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BUT THE ...

Oct 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS INSTANCES WHERE, WHEN EITHER AT A STOP LIGHT, OR PARKING OR WAITING IN THE CARPOOL LINE MY FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. SOME INSTANCES ARE WORSE THAN OTHERS WITH MORE FORCE, BUT I AM ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY PRESSING HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL...

Oct 12, 2011 Power Train

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS INSTANCES WHERE, WHEN EITHER AT A STOP LIGHT, OR PARKING OR WAITING IN THE CARPOOL LINE MY FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. SOME INSTANCES ARE WORSE THAN OTHERS WITH MORE FORCE, BUT I AM ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY PRESSING HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL...

Oct 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS INSTANCES WHERE, WHEN EITHER AT A STOP LIGHT, OR PARKING OR WAITING IN THE CARPOOL LINE MY FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. SOME INSTANCES ARE WORSE THAN OTHERS WITH MORE FORCE, BUT I AM ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY PRESSING HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL...

Oct 12, 2011 Power Train

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS INSTANCES WHERE, WHEN EITHER AT A STOP LIGHT, OR PARKING OR WAITING IN THE CARPOOL LINE MY FREESTYLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. SOME INSTANCES ARE WORSE THAN OTHERS WITH MORE FORCE, BUT I AM ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY PRESSING HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL...

Oct 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 53,000 mi

CAR WOULD "SURGE" WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. HAD TO BREAK TO STOP. ALSO, WOULD STALL OUT WHEN SHIFTED BACK FROM REVERSE INTO DRIVE. THIS HAPPENED REPEATEDLY OVER THE COURSE OF A YEAR. ULTIMATELY HAD TO HAVE ENTIRE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY REPLACED TO CORRECT PROBLEM.

Oct 11, 2011 Power Train

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE LURCHED AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, FRONT END SHUDDERED. RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WOULD DRIVE, BUT WOULD ONLY ACHIEVE 20 MPH WITH VERY HIGH RPMS. DEALER SAYS TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. AS I UNDERSTAND READING THE NU...

Oct 11, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE LURCHED AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, FRONT END SHUDDERED. RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WOULD DRIVE, BUT WOULD ONLY ACHIEVE 20 MPH WITH VERY HIGH RPMS. DEALER SAYS TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. AS I UNDERSTAND READING THE NU...

Oct 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 53,000 mi

CAR WOULD "SURGE" WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. HAD TO BREAK TO STOP. ALSO, WOULD STALL OUT WHEN SHIFTED BACK FROM REVERSE INTO DRIVE. THIS HAPPENED REPEATEDLY OVER THE COURSE OF A YEAR. ULTIMATELY HAD TO HAVE ENTIRE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY REPLACED TO CORRECT PROBLEM.

Oct 11, 2011 Power Train

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE LURCHED AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, FRONT END SHUDDERED. RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WOULD DRIVE, BUT WOULD ONLY ACHIEVE 20 MPH WITH VERY HIGH RPMS. DEALER SAYS TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. AS I UNDERSTAND READING THE NU...

Oct 11, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE LURCHED AND THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, FRONT END SHUDDERED. RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WOULD DRIVE, BUT WOULD ONLY ACHIEVE 20 MPH WITH VERY HIGH RPMS. DEALER SAYS TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. AS I UNDERSTAND READING THE NU...

Oct 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

ON TUESDAY, OUR CAR LOST ENGINE POWER IN TRAFFIC. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" APPEARED ON THE DASH. SHE TURNED THE CAR OFF AND ON, AND IT WORKED FINE. SHE CHECKED ONLINE AND FOUND IDENTICAL PROBLEMS, AND SOLUTIONS IN TURNING THE CAR OFF AND ON. I CHECKED ONLINE, ...

Oct 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 85,000 mi

ON TUESDAY, OUR CAR LOST ENGINE POWER IN TRAFFIC. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND "ENGINE IN FAILSAFE MODE" APPEARED ON THE DASH. SHE TURNED THE CAR OFF AND ON, AND IT WORKED FINE. SHE CHECKED ONLINE AND FOUND IDENTICAL PROBLEMS, AND SOLUTIONS IN TURNING THE CAR OFF AND ON. I CHECKED ONLINE, ...

Oct 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTED LUNGED FORWARD AND THE ENGINE BEGAN TO EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE FAILURE RECURRED DURING ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED...

Oct 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTED LUNGED FORWARD AND THE ENGINE BEGAN TO EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE FAILURE RECURRED DURING ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED...

Oct 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,600 mi

CAR WONT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP AND WILL SURGE FROM A STOP AND WHEN BACKING UP. TOOK IT TO MCCARTHY FORD IN CHICAGO WHERE THEY INFORMED ME IT WAS THE MASS FLOW SENSOR, SIX DAYS LATER I'M HAVING SAME PROBLEM AND NOW BEING TOLD IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Oct 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,600 mi

CAR WONT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP AND WILL SURGE FROM A STOP AND WHEN BACKING UP. TOOK IT TO MCCARTHY FORD IN CHICAGO WHERE THEY INFORMED ME IT WAS THE MASS FLOW SENSOR, SIX DAYS LATER I'M HAVING SAME PROBLEM AND NOW BEING TOLD IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY. *TR

Sep 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,980 mi

THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD, ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN. I WAS UNABLE TO ANTICIPATE THE MOVE. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS UNANTICIPATED MOVEMENT HAS OCCURRED SPORADICALLY OVER THE LAST MONTHS AND WE HAVE NARROWLY AVOIDED HITTING CHILD...

Sep 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,980 mi

THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD, ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN. I WAS UNABLE TO ANTICIPATE THE MOVE. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS UNANTICIPATED MOVEMENT HAS OCCURRED SPORADICALLY OVER THE LAST MONTHS AND WE HAVE NARROWLY AVOIDED HITTING CHILD...

Sep 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,400 mi

THE CAR LUNGES/LURCHES (ACCELERATES SUDDENLY) ON IT'S OWN RANDOMLY, USUALLY RIGHT AFTER PUTTING INTO GEAR, ESPECIALLY IN REVERSE, BUT ALSO IN DRIVE. COMPLETELY UNPREDICTABLE. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WHEN I START TO GO BECAUSE I AM AFRAID THAT IT WILL LURCH AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR...

Sep 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,400 mi

THE CAR LUNGES/LURCHES (ACCELERATES SUDDENLY) ON IT'S OWN RANDOMLY, USUALLY RIGHT AFTER PUTTING INTO GEAR, ESPECIALLY IN REVERSE, BUT ALSO IN DRIVE. COMPLETELY UNPREDICTABLE. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WHEN I START TO GO BECAUSE I AM AFRAID THAT IT WILL LURCH AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 87,225 mi

I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED AND NOW THE CAR LUNGES WITHOUT PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDDLE. IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHILE I AM MOVING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. IT HAS HAPPENED ONCE, WHILE I WAS MOVING FORWARD IN A PARKING LOT AND THEN STALLED. PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL OVERRIDES THE SUDDEN ACCELERATIO...

Sep 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,225 mi

I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED AND NOW THE CAR LUNGES WITHOUT PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDDLE. IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHILE I AM MOVING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. IT HAS HAPPENED ONCE, WHILE I WAS MOVING FORWARD IN A PARKING LOT AND THEN STALLED. PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL OVERRIDES THE SUDDEN ACCELERATIO...

Sep 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFTED INTO LOW GEAR AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY OTHER GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFTED INTO LOW GEAR AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY OTHER GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 87,225 mi

I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED AND NOW THE CAR LUNGES WITHOUT PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDDLE. IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHILE I AM MOVING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. IT HAS HAPPENED ONCE, WHILE I WAS MOVING FORWARD IN A PARKING LOT AND THEN STALLED. PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL OVERRIDES THE SUDDEN ACCELERATIO...

Sep 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,225 mi

I JUST HAD THE A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACED AND NOW THE CAR LUNGES WITHOUT PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDDLE. IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHILE I AM MOVING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. IT HAS HAPPENED ONCE, WHILE I WAS MOVING FORWARD IN A PARKING LOT AND THEN STALLED. PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL OVERRIDES THE SUDDEN ACCELERATIO...

Sep 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFTED INTO LOW GEAR AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY OTHER GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFTED INTO LOW GEAR AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY OTHER GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE...

Sep 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

WITHOUT APPLYING MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR MY CAR'S RPM TENDS TO INCREASE ON IT'S OWN. IT IS USUALLY WHEN I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND SWITCHING BETWEEN GEARS (I.E. PARK TO REVERSE OR PARK TO DRIVE). IT HAS OCCASIONALLY REVVED WHEN SITTING IN TRAFFIC AS WELL. THANKFULLY I HAVE HAD MY FOOT ON ...

Sep 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

WITHOUT APPLYING MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR MY CAR'S RPM TENDS TO INCREASE ON IT'S OWN. IT IS USUALLY WHEN I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND SWITCHING BETWEEN GEARS (I.E. PARK TO REVERSE OR PARK TO DRIVE). IT HAS OCCASIONALLY REVVED WHEN SITTING IN TRAFFIC AS WELL. THANKFULLY I HAVE HAD MY FOOT ON ...

Sep 23, 2011 Power Train

SINCE JULY, MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE WHEN MY FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. I HAVE COME CLOSE TO RUNNING INTO CARS, PEOPLE, AND MY GARAGE DUE TO THESE SURGES. IT STARTED OFF HAPPENING FROM TIME TO TIME. NOW IT IS DAILY AND SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES PER DAY. IN ADDITION...

Sep 23, 2011 Power Train

SINCE JULY, MY CAR HAS BEEN LUNGING BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE WHEN MY FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. I HAVE COME CLOSE TO RUNNING INTO CARS, PEOPLE, AND MY GARAGE DUE TO THESE SURGES. IT STARTED OFF HAPPENING FROM TIME TO TIME. NOW IT IS DAILY AND SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES PER DAY. IN ADDITION...

Sep 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,865 mi

FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO SAY IS, MY FORD FREESTYLE VEHICLE IS THE WORSE VEHICLE I HAVE OWNED!!!!! NOT IS IT THE WORSE VEHICLE THIS VEHICLE IS VERY EXPENSIVE TO HAVE REPAIRED. PLEASE IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BUYING A FORD FREESTYLE VEHICLE PLEASE THINK TWICE. JUST LAST WEEK THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN LOSI...

Sep 22, 2011 Power Train 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 22, 2011 Seats 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,865 mi

FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO SAY IS, MY FORD FREESTYLE VEHICLE IS THE WORSE VEHICLE I HAVE OWNED!!!!! NOT IS IT THE WORSE VEHICLE THIS VEHICLE IS VERY EXPENSIVE TO HAVE REPAIRED. PLEASE IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BUYING A FORD FREESTYLE VEHICLE PLEASE THINK TWICE. JUST LAST WEEK THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN LOSI...

Sep 22, 2011 Power Train 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 22, 2011 Seats 61,540 mi

THE CAR STARTED SHOWING HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE EARLY IN 2010. THIS CONDITION GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE UNTIL ONE DAY, WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE GAS PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, AND I WAS FORCED TO COAST TO THE...

Sep 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO HIGH...

Sep 16, 2011 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATES FROM A PARKED POSITION WHILE SHIFTING FROM P TO R OR D. THE ACCELERATION IS GREATER WHEN WHEELS ARE TURNED. THIS VEHICLE IS IN FLORIDA SO THE A/C IS ALWAYS ON. *TT

Sep 16, 2011 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATES FROM A PARKED POSITION WHILE SHIFTING FROM P TO R OR D. THE ACCELERATION IS GREATER WHEN WHEELS ARE TURNED. THIS VEHICLE IS IN FLORIDA SO THE A/C IS ALWAYS ON. *TT

Sep 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 14, 2011 Power Train 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 14, 2011 Power Train 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,100 mi

ON THE DATE NOTED, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD (MAYBE 6-9 INCHES). I TURNED THE CORNER TO ENTER A PARKING GARAGE AND WHILE STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN, THIS TIME THE CAR STALLED. I RESTARTED I...

Sep 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline

I BEGAN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY FREESTYLE SURGING WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR IDLING WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING PLACE, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHILE WAITING ON PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS IN FRONT OF ME. IT'S VERY SCARY WHEN THE CAR STARTS LUNGING AND YOU'RE AFRAID YOU'RE GOING TO HURT S...

Sep 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I BEGAN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY FREESTYLE SURGING WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR IDLING WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING PLACE, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHILE WAITING ON PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS IN FRONT OF ME. IT'S VERY SCARY WHEN THE CAR STARTS LUNGING AND YOU'RE AFRAID YOU'RE GOING TO HURT S...

Sep 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LUNGING FOR MONTHS. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A PRIVATE PARTY. OF COURSE IF THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD ANY ISSUES HE DID NOT SHARE THEM WITH ME.THE VEHICLE DID HAVE SOME MINOR DINGS WHICH HE CLAIMED OCCURRED WHEN HE BACKED INTO A FENCE.HE HAD BEEN HAVING SOME SEV...

Sep 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LUNGING FOR MONTHS. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A PRIVATE PARTY. OF COURSE IF THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD ANY ISSUES HE DID NOT SHARE THEM WITH ME.THE VEHICLE DID HAVE SOME MINOR DINGS WHICH HE CLAIMED OCCURRED WHEN HE BACKED INTO A FENCE.HE HAD BEEN HAVING SOME SEV...

Sep 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline

I BEGAN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY FREESTYLE SURGING WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR IDLING WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING PLACE, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHILE WAITING ON PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS IN FRONT OF ME. IT'S VERY SCARY WHEN THE CAR STARTS LUNGING AND YOU'RE AFRAID YOU'RE GOING TO HURT S...

Sep 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I BEGAN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY FREESTYLE SURGING WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR IDLING WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING PLACE, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WHILE WAITING ON PEDESTRIANS TO CROSS IN FRONT OF ME. IT'S VERY SCARY WHEN THE CAR STARTS LUNGING AND YOU'RE AFRAID YOU'RE GOING TO HURT S...

Sep 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LUNGING FOR MONTHS. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A PRIVATE PARTY. OF COURSE IF THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD ANY ISSUES HE DID NOT SHARE THEM WITH ME.THE VEHICLE DID HAVE SOME MINOR DINGS WHICH HE CLAIMED OCCURRED WHEN HE BACKED INTO A FENCE.HE HAD BEEN HAVING SOME SEV...

Sep 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LUNGING FOR MONTHS. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A PRIVATE PARTY. OF COURSE IF THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD ANY ISSUES HE DID NOT SHARE THEM WITH ME.THE VEHICLE DID HAVE SOME MINOR DINGS WHICH HE CLAIMED OCCURRED WHEN HE BACKED INTO A FENCE.HE HAD BEEN HAVING SOME SEV...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHENEVER THE GEARS BEGAN TO SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD DECREASE TO 35 MPH WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO SLOW DOWN. ALL OF THE ...

Sep 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD MOMENTARILY WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH OR WHEN IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURES ONLY OCCURRED DURING HOT WEATHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEA...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC STOP. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND THE RPMS INCREASED RAPIDLY WITH AN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP OR WHEN SHI...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHENEVER THE GEARS BEGAN TO SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD DECREASE TO 35 MPH WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO SLOW DOWN. ALL OF THE ...

Sep 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED SURGING WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN STOPPING. HAVE HAD TO RAPIDLY PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HOLD IT TO AVOID ACCIDENTS. WHEN THE SURGING OCCURS, MANY TIMES THE VEHICLE GOES INTO FAIL-SAFE ENGINE MODE WHICH DOES NOT ALLOW ONE TO SHIFT INTO H...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD MOMENTARILY WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH OR WHEN IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURES ONLY OCCURRED DURING HOT WEATHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEA...

Sep 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC STOP. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND THE RPMS INCREASED RAPIDLY WITH AN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP OR WHEN SHI...

Sep 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION - HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY EARLY IN VEHICLES LIFE AT LOWER MILEAGE. NOW UNINTENDED ACCELERATION HAPPENS MUCH MORE FREQUENTLY AND REGULARLY. IT ONLY HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED, IDLE RPM AND DURING PARKING MANEUVERS. UNINTENDED ACCELERATION/SURGE IS MOST COMMON AFTER A COLD START AND...

Sep 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION - HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY EARLY IN VEHICLES LIFE AT LOWER MILEAGE. NOW UNINTENDED ACCELERATION HAPPENS MUCH MORE FREQUENTLY AND REGULARLY. IT ONLY HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED, IDLE RPM AND DURING PARKING MANEUVERS. UNINTENDED ACCELERATION/SURGE IS MOST COMMON AFTER A COLD START AND...

Sep 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE LUNGING WHEN AT IDLE. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE IN REVERSE OR IN DRIVE THE VEHICLE LUNGES SEVERELY AND UNEXPECTEDLY AND BRAKE MUST BE APPLIED VERY HEAVILY TO STOP IT. I HAVE TRIED TURNING OFF HE AC, HOWEVER, I HAVE FOUND LITTLE TO NO RELIEF WHEN I DO THIS. THERE HAVE BEEN SE...

Sep 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,132 mi

A LITTLE BIT OVER A YEAR AGO HAD SEVERAL INSTANCE OF CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATING WHILE PARKING IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD, CAR RPM'S INCREASE AND LOWER SUDDENLY WITHOUT FOOT BEING ON ACCELERATOR AND HAVE TO HOLD FOOT MORE FRIMLY ON BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING OTHER VEHICLES, PEDESTRIANS OR ANYTHNG ELS...

Sep 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE LUNGING WHEN AT IDLE. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE IN REVERSE OR IN DRIVE THE VEHICLE LUNGES SEVERELY AND UNEXPECTEDLY AND BRAKE MUST BE APPLIED VERY HEAVILY TO STOP IT. I HAVE TRIED TURNING OFF HE AC, HOWEVER, I HAVE FOUND LITTLE TO NO RELIEF WHEN I DO THIS. THERE HAVE BEEN SE...

Sep 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,132 mi

A LITTLE BIT OVER A YEAR AGO HAD SEVERAL INSTANCE OF CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATING WHILE PARKING IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD, CAR RPM'S INCREASE AND LOWER SUDDENLY WITHOUT FOOT BEING ON ACCELERATOR AND HAVE TO HOLD FOOT MORE FRIMLY ON BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING OTHER VEHICLES, PEDESTRIANS OR ANYTHNG ELS...

Sep 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 81,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD (WHEN IN DRIVE) OR BACKWARD (WHEN IN REVERSE) WHEN SITTING IDLING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. RPMS REV WITHOUT APPLYING GAS. OCCURS ESPECIALLY IN HOT WEATHER AND WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE APPEARS ON DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT THEN COMES ON. *TR

Sep 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 141,300 mi

VEHICLE'S BRAKES WERE PRESSED AT A STOP WHEN SUDDEN VEHICLE MOVEMENT OUT OF MY CONTROL APPEARED. I COULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND ALMOST HIT A PERSON IN FRONT OF ME! THE CAR FINALLY STALLED AND WENT INTO "FAIL SAFE MODE." THIS WAS VERY SCARY AND COULD HAVE SERIOUSLY HURT SOMEONE! THERE WAS A SUD...

Sep 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 98,000 mi

ENGINE / SPEED SURGING ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING. WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE ENGINE MODERATES ONLY SLIGHTLY BUT CAR LURCHES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS OF THE SAME CAR, SAME DAY, SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. EXTRA PRESSURE WAS NEEDED ON BRAKE TO PREVENT CAR FROM HITTING OTHER CAR...

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 81,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD (WHEN IN DRIVE) OR BACKWARD (WHEN IN REVERSE) WHEN SITTING IDLING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. RPMS REV WITHOUT APPLYING GAS. OCCURS ESPECIALLY IN HOT WEATHER AND WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE APPEARS ON DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT THEN COMES ON. *TR

Sep 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 141,300 mi

VEHICLE'S BRAKES WERE PRESSED AT A STOP WHEN SUDDEN VEHICLE MOVEMENT OUT OF MY CONTROL APPEARED. I COULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND ALMOST HIT A PERSON IN FRONT OF ME! THE CAR FINALLY STALLED AND WENT INTO "FAIL SAFE MODE." THIS WAS VERY SCARY AND COULD HAVE SERIOUSLY HURT SOMEONE! THERE WAS A SUD...

Sep 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL HAS EXPERIENCES ISSUES WITH SURGING, STALLING AND INABILITY TO ACCELERATE. THE PROBLEMS STARTED AT LEAST 2 YEARS AGO (2009) AT WHICH TIME I CALLED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO INQUIRE ON RECALLS (WARRANTY WAS OUT) AND WAS TOLD THERE WERE NO RECALLS TO FIX THIS ISSUE. SINCE THE...

Sep 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL HAS EXPERIENCES ISSUES WITH SURGING, STALLING AND INABILITY TO ACCELERATE. THE PROBLEMS STARTED AT LEAST 2 YEARS AGO (2009) AT WHICH TIME I CALLED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO INQUIRE ON RECALLS (WARRANTY WAS OUT) AND WAS TOLD THERE WERE NO RECALLS TO FIX THIS ISSUE. SINCE THE...

Sep 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,222 mi

CAR AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH FOOT OFF GAS PEDALS MOVES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND RPMS JUMP TO 2000. *TR

Sep 4, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,222 mi

CAR AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH FOOT OFF GAS PEDALS MOVES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND RPMS JUMP TO 2000. *TR

Sep 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,222 mi

CAR AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH FOOT OFF GAS PEDALS MOVES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND RPMS JUMP TO 2000. *TR

Sep 4, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,222 mi

CAR AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH FOOT OFF GAS PEDALS MOVES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND RPMS JUMP TO 2000. *TR

Sep 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

-COMPONENT- THROTTLE BODY!!!!! THE CAR MOVE UP HALF A FOOT FORWARD WITH OUT ME DOING ANYTHING AND BACK AS WELL? *TR

Sep 2, 2011 Power Train

-COMPONENT- THROTTLE BODY!!!!! THE CAR MOVE UP HALF A FOOT FORWARD WITH OUT ME DOING ANYTHING AND BACK AS WELL? *TR

Sep 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

-COMPONENT- THROTTLE BODY!!!!! THE CAR MOVE UP HALF A FOOT FORWARD WITH OUT ME DOING ANYTHING AND BACK AS WELL? *TR

Sep 2, 2011 Power Train

-COMPONENT- THROTTLE BODY!!!!! THE CAR MOVE UP HALF A FOOT FORWARD WITH OUT ME DOING ANYTHING AND BACK AS WELL? *TR

Sep 1, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OVER 5 MPH, ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED. THE VEHICLE MOMENTARILY SURGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WHERE VARIOUS REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED BUT THE FAI...

Sep 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,500 mi

WE JUST BOUGHT A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND THE DEALER WE BOUGHT IT FROM TOLD US THE AWD MALFUNCTION ALERT WOULD COME ON, BUT IT WOULD NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR A MECHANIC TO CHECK WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. WE DID NOTICE THE ALERT COMING ON, BUT ON OUR 4TH DAY OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE, WE WERE PULL...

Sep 1, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OVER 5 MPH, ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED. THE VEHICLE MOMENTARILY SURGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WHERE VARIOUS REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED BUT THE FAI...

Sep 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,500 mi

WE JUST BOUGHT A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND THE DEALER WE BOUGHT IT FROM TOLD US THE AWD MALFUNCTION ALERT WOULD COME ON, BUT IT WOULD NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR A MECHANIC TO CHECK WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. WE DID NOTICE THE ALERT COMING ON, BUT ON OUR 4TH DAY OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE, WE WERE PULL...

Aug 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE STARTED THE VEHICLE AND ACTIVATED THE AIR CONDITIONER. SHE THEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND DEPRESSED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY DURING THE OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONE...

Aug 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NOT ONLY HAS AN ISSUE W/ LUNGING, BUT HAS RECENTLY BEEN GOING INTO "FAILSAFE MODE", IN WHICH ACCELERATION IN THE CAR IS COMPLETELY CUT OFF. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY AN 18 WHEELER WHILE TRYING TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE B/C I WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE MY CAR TO MOVE TO S...

Aug 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE STARTED THE VEHICLE AND ACTIVATED THE AIR CONDITIONER. SHE THEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND DEPRESSED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY DURING THE OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONE...

Aug 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NOT ONLY HAS AN ISSUE W/ LUNGING, BUT HAS RECENTLY BEEN GOING INTO "FAILSAFE MODE", IN WHICH ACCELERATION IN THE CAR IS COMPLETELY CUT OFF. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY AN 18 WHEELER WHILE TRYING TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE B/C I WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE MY CAR TO MOVE TO S...

Aug 29, 2011 Unknown Or Other 58,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN STOPPED AND/OR STALLS WHILE IN MOTION (UP TO 30MPH). APPEARS TO OCCUR MORE FREQUENTLY IN HOT AND HUMID WEATHER. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALERSHIP STATED THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. RESEARCHED ONLINE AND NUMEROUS OF OTHER FREESTYLE (AND MERCURY) OWNERS LISTED THIS ISSUE. WH...

Aug 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. *TR

Aug 29, 2011 Unknown Or Other 58,000 mi

CAR LUNGES WHEN STOPPED AND/OR STALLS WHILE IN MOTION (UP TO 30MPH). APPEARS TO OCCUR MORE FREQUENTLY IN HOT AND HUMID WEATHER. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALERSHIP STATED THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. RESEARCHED ONLINE AND NUMEROUS OF OTHER FREESTYLE (AND MERCURY) OWNERS LISTED THIS ISSUE. WH...

Aug 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR. *TR

Aug 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 84,689 mi

MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT (BRAKE IS APPLIED) OR DRIVING SLOW IN THE PARKING LOT. IT HAPPENS UNEXPECTEDLY AND LUNGES FORWARD AS IF THE ACCELATOR IS BEING PUSHED QUICKLY, EVEN THOUGH MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE TO EITHER BE STOPPED OR TO SLOW DOWN IN A PARKING LOT. I TYPICALLY PRESS ...

Aug 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION OR "LUNGING" OR "SURGING". WHEN THE VEHICLE IS AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS MANEUVERING IN A PARKING LOT OR PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY, VEHICLE WILL INCREASE THE RPM'S AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO JUMP FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE UP TO 15 FEET IF THE ...

Aug 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 84,689 mi

MY CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN STOPPED AT A LIGHT (BRAKE IS APPLIED) OR DRIVING SLOW IN THE PARKING LOT. IT HAPPENS UNEXPECTEDLY AND LUNGES FORWARD AS IF THE ACCELATOR IS BEING PUSHED QUICKLY, EVEN THOUGH MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE TO EITHER BE STOPPED OR TO SLOW DOWN IN A PARKING LOT. I TYPICALLY PRESS ...

Aug 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION OR "LUNGING" OR "SURGING". WHEN THE VEHICLE IS AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS MANEUVERING IN A PARKING LOT OR PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY, VEHICLE WILL INCREASE THE RPM'S AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO JUMP FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE UP TO 15 FEET IF THE ...

Aug 27, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

WHILE AT IDLE IN REVERSE OR FORWARD CAR LUNGES AND ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN IF FOOT IS NOT ON BRAKE 1THIS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR INJURY IVE SEEN MORE COMPLAINTS ON THIS SIGHT AND RELIZE THAT THIS IS BECOMING A SERIUOS PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES WHAT CAN BE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *TT

Aug 27, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

WHILE AT IDLE IN REVERSE OR FORWARD CAR LUNGES AND ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN IF FOOT IS NOT ON BRAKE 1THIS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR INJURY IVE SEEN MORE COMPLAINTS ON THIS SIGHT AND RELIZE THAT THIS IS BECOMING A SERIUOS PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES WHAT CAN BE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *TT

Aug 26, 2011 Unknown Or Other 77,123 mi

WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL LURCH SEVERAL FEET WITH OUT PUTTING MY FOOT ON THE ACELERATOR

Aug 26, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD FREESTYLE, LUNGES ALL THE TIME. IT MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO PARALLEL PARK. I HAVE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT, BUT I HAVE BEEN VERY CLOSE TO HITTING OTHER PARKED CARS. I LUNGES WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE IF IT'S IN REVERSE IT LUNGES BACKWARDS. IF IT'S IN DRIVE IT LUNGES FORWARD. THIS HAS BEEN HA...

Aug 26, 2011 Unknown Or Other 77,123 mi

WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A LIGHT THE CAR WILL LURCH SEVERAL FEET WITH OUT PUTTING MY FOOT ON THE ACELERATOR

Aug 26, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD FREESTYLE, LUNGES ALL THE TIME. IT MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO PARALLEL PARK. I HAVE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT, BUT I HAVE BEEN VERY CLOSE TO HITTING OTHER PARKED CARS. I LUNGES WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE IF IT'S IN REVERSE IT LUNGES BACKWARDS. IF IT'S IN DRIVE IT LUNGES FORWARD. THIS HAS BEEN HA...

Aug 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 38,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE LUNGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL SHOP WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILE...

Aug 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 38,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE LUNGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL SHOP WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILE...

Aug 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND SHIFTED INTO PARK. UPON SHIFTING OUT OF PARK AND INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE ETC FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WARNING LIGHT THEN ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Aug 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND SHIFTED INTO PARK. UPON SHIFTING OUT OF PARK AND INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE ETC FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WARNING LIGHT THEN ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Aug 23, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

SOMETIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE OR DRIVE AND I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WITHOUT EVEN TOUCHING THE GAS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. IT IS UNCONTROLLABLE AND SOMEONE CAN GET HURT. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP THE FIRST TIME IT HA...

Aug 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE CONT...

Aug 23, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

SOMETIMES WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE OR DRIVE AND I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WITHOUT EVEN TOUCHING THE GAS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. IT IS UNCONTROLLABLE AND SOMEONE CAN GET HURT. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP THE FIRST TIME IT HA...

Aug 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE CONT...

Aug 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE CLEANED BUT THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANING DID NOT RE...

Aug 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE CLEANED BUT THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANING DID NOT RE...

Aug 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON ACCELERATOR, OR SUDDENLY SPEEDS UP AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS PARKING OR BACKING UP.I HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISSES ALMOST DROVE INTO TRAFFIC , AND REAR ENDED CAR IN FRONT. THIS IS THE SECOND ISSUE WITH THIS EVENT. FIRST OCCURRED IN 02/JULY/2009...

Aug 21, 2011 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Electrical System 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Structure 69,269 mi

1. ANY TIME IT RAINS 2. PASSENGER CARGO FLOOR IS SWAMPED WITH WATER CREATING MILDEW AND RUST IN CAR 3. VACUUMED OUT BUT WATER RETURNED BECAUSE IT SETTLES IN THE FRAME OF THE CAR. *TR

Aug 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN FOOT IS NOT ON ACCELERATOR, OR SUDDENLY SPEEDS UP AT LOW SPEEDS SUCH AS PARKING OR BACKING UP.I HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISSES ALMOST DROVE INTO TRAFFIC , AND REAR ENDED CAR IN FRONT. THIS IS THE SECOND ISSUE WITH THIS EVENT. FIRST OCCURRED IN 02/JULY/2009...

Aug 21, 2011 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Electrical System 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES FROM A STOP OR LOW SPEED. IT IS PARTICULARLY EVIDENT WHEN SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE OR REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE ACCELERATION CAN LAST FOR MAXIMUM 5 SECONDS BUT YOU BETTER HAVE YOUR FOOT FIRMLY PLANTED ON THE BRAKE OR THE VEHICLE COULD LUN...

Aug 21, 2011 Structure 69,269 mi

1. ANY TIME IT RAINS 2. PASSENGER CARGO FLOOR IS SWAMPED WITH WATER CREATING MILDEW AND RUST IN CAR 3. VACUUMED OUT BUT WATER RETURNED BECAUSE IT SETTLES IN THE FRAME OF THE CAR. *TR

Aug 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN I LEAVE THE HOUSE. I HAVE JUST PUT THE CAR FROM PARKED INTO REVERSE, WHEN I STEP MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, BUT HAVEN'T TOUCHED THE GAS YET, IT ACCELERATES ON ME. IT'S VERY SCARY, EACH TIME IT HAS OCCURRED (ABOUT ONCE A MONTH IN THE PAST 2 YEARS), I WA...

Aug 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN I LEAVE THE HOUSE. I HAVE JUST PUT THE CAR FROM PARKED INTO REVERSE, WHEN I STEP MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, BUT HAVEN'T TOUCHED THE GAS YET, IT ACCELERATES ON ME. IT'S VERY SCARY, EACH TIME IT HAS OCCURRED (ABOUT ONCE A MONTH IN THE PAST 2 YEARS), I WA...

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATION PROBLEM PRIMARILY WITH AC RUNNING. ONLY STARTED HAPPENING IN JULY 2011 AT END OF ROAD TRIP FROM OHIO TO NORTH CAROLINA, WHEN WE WOULD COME TO STOPS IN TRAFFIC. NOW THAT IT STARTED IT KEEPS HAPPENING. JUST LAST NIGHT I PARKED AT THE CURB, HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE A...

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT PLACED THE GEAR SHIFT IN REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE GEAR WAS PLACED IN DRIVE. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR TH...

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN HIS FOOT WAS NOT ON THE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE ALSO ACCELERATED WHEN IT WAS IDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Aug 19, 2011 Unknown Or Other 78,500 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS ACT HAPPENS AT RANDOM TIMES AND HAS OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS.

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATION PROBLEM PRIMARILY WITH AC RUNNING. ONLY STARTED HAPPENING IN JULY 2011 AT END OF ROAD TRIP FROM OHIO TO NORTH CAROLINA, WHEN WE WOULD COME TO STOPS IN TRAFFIC. NOW THAT IT STARTED IT KEEPS HAPPENING. JUST LAST NIGHT I PARKED AT THE CURB, HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE A...

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT PLACED THE GEAR SHIFT IN REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE GEAR WAS PLACED IN DRIVE. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR TH...

Aug 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN HIS FOOT WAS NOT ON THE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE ALSO ACCELERATED WHEN IT WAS IDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Aug 19, 2011 Unknown Or Other 78,500 mi

THE VEHICLE LUNGES AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS ACT HAPPENS AT RANDOM TIMES AND HAS OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS.

Aug 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 158,623 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS FREESTYLE AND HAVE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH IT SURGING WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON SINCE ITS PURCHASE. INITIALLY, I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND OTHER SERVICE COMPANIES, BUT THEY "COULD NOT DUPLICATE" THE PROBLEM. THE SURGING HAS GROWN WORSE AS THE CAR...

Aug 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 71,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE WHILE LIGHT PRESSURE WAS BEING APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGE BACKWARD WHILE IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD OR STALL WHILE THE ENGINE W...

Aug 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

VEHICLE WILL LUNGE AND JERK WHILE BACKING OR UNDER BRAKING. ENGINE WILL REV AND THEN STALL AS WELL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH COME ON OR IT WILL GO INTO "FAIL-SAFE" MODE. TOOK IT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY ADVISED IT NEEDED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE WE DISCOVERED TH...

Aug 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 158,623 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS FREESTYLE AND HAVE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH IT SURGING WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON SINCE ITS PURCHASE. INITIALLY, I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND OTHER SERVICE COMPANIES, BUT THEY "COULD NOT DUPLICATE" THE PROBLEM. THE SURGING HAS GROWN WORSE AS THE CAR...

Aug 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 71,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE WHILE LIGHT PRESSURE WAS BEING APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGE BACKWARD WHILE IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD OR STALL WHILE THE ENGINE W...

Aug 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

VEHICLE WILL LUNGE AND JERK WHILE BACKING OR UNDER BRAKING. ENGINE WILL REV AND THEN STALL AS WELL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH COME ON OR IT WILL GO INTO "FAIL-SAFE" MODE. TOOK IT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY ADVISED IT NEEDED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE WE DISCOVERED TH...

Aug 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

UPDATE ON ODI 10419757: TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER BECAUSE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CAR LUNGED (WHILE BACKING UP). SAID IT WAS THE THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR STICKING WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $895.00. TWO OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH FORD FREESTYLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *KB

Aug 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,469 mi

ON 8-2-2010 I HAD SOME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR NOT MOVING WHEN THE GAS WAS PUSHED, THEN IT WOULDN'T GO ON ITS OWN. HAD TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED. AFTER THAT, THERE WERE A FEW TIMES IT FELT IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN. BUT NO PROBLEMS OCCURRED. THEN ON 8-4-2011 I HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AGAIN AND FORD T...

Aug 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS-WHEN BACKING OUT THE CAR LUNGES AND GOES DEAD. FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE IS DISPLAYED. HAVE HAD IT LUNGE FORWARD WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND ENGINE DIES. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. FORD DEALER SAID AIR COMPRESSOR WAS NO GOOD. ...

Aug 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,469 mi

ON 8-2-2010 I HAD SOME PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR NOT MOVING WHEN THE GAS WAS PUSHED, THEN IT WOULDN'T GO ON ITS OWN. HAD TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY REPLACED. AFTER THAT, THERE WERE A FEW TIMES IT FELT IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN. BUT NO PROBLEMS OCCURRED. THEN ON 8-4-2011 I HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AGAIN AND FORD T...

Aug 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS LUNGING FORWARD WHILE IDLING. I NEARLY HIT SOME PEDESTRIANS AND ALSO NEARLY HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD ON ITS OWN. SINCE I HAVE A NEWBORN BABY AND WAS VERY CONCERNED ABOUT SAFETY, I DID NOT HESITATE TO BRING IT TO THE DEALER....

Aug 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,246 mi

JUST AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE TO PULL OUT OF PARKING SPACE AND IT BEGINS TO ACCELERATE AND LUNGE BACKWARD. SAME SYMPTOMS HAPPENED MOVING FORWARD FROM HOT START, WITH A/C ON. THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER ONE OCCURRENCE WITH THE WRENCH LIGHT ON, UPON TURNING THE KEY TO REST...

Aug 15, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 99,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PUTTING IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT STARTED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO AND WOULD ONLY HAPPEN ONCE IN A WHILE. NOW IT HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY DAY. IF YOUR NOT CAREFUL YOU WILL HIT SOMETHING. EVEN WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE WILL STILL LUNGE FORWARD O...

Aug 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS LUNGING FORWARD WHILE IDLING. I NEARLY HIT SOME PEDESTRIANS AND ALSO NEARLY HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD ON ITS OWN. SINCE I HAVE A NEWBORN BABY AND WAS VERY CONCERNED ABOUT SAFETY, I DID NOT HESITATE TO BRING IT TO THE DEALER....

Aug 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,246 mi

JUST AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE TO PULL OUT OF PARKING SPACE AND IT BEGINS TO ACCELERATE AND LUNGE BACKWARD. SAME SYMPTOMS HAPPENED MOVING FORWARD FROM HOT START, WITH A/C ON. THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER ONE OCCURRENCE WITH THE WRENCH LIGHT ON, UPON TURNING THE KEY TO REST...

Aug 15, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 99,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PUTTING IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT STARTED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO AND WOULD ONLY HAPPEN ONCE IN A WHILE. NOW IT HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY DAY. IF YOUR NOT CAREFUL YOU WILL HIT SOMETHING. EVEN WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE WILL STILL LUNGE FORWARD O...

Aug 14, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT SURGES, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS HOT AND I HAVE THE A/C ON. THIS SURGING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. IT HAPPENS WHILE I AM DRIVING VERY SLOWLY, BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE OR WAITING IN LINE AT THE DRIVE-THRU. I HAVE ALMOST REAR-ENDED PEOPLE SEVERAL TIMES. AFTER...

Aug 14, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT SURGES, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS HOT AND I HAVE THE A/C ON. THIS SURGING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. IT HAPPENS WHILE I AM DRIVING VERY SLOWLY, BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE OR WAITING IN LINE AT THE DRIVE-THRU. I HAVE ALMOST REAR-ENDED PEOPLE SEVERAL TIMES. AFTER...

Aug 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,361 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS DEVELOPED A SIGNIFICANT SURGE WHEN MANEUVERING AT LOW SPEEDS LIKE IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVEWAY. IF THE DRIVER IS NOT VERY QUICK TO RESPOND TO THIS SURGE THE DRIVER WOULD EASILY LOSE CONTROL. SINCE, PARKING LOTS AND DRIVEWAYS OFTEN HAVE PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY CHILDREN) AROUND...

Aug 13, 2011 Electrical System 76,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058. THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL STOPPED WORKING WHILE STARTING, STOPING OR DRIVING AT LOW SPEED AND ON HIGHWAY. ALSO WHEN IT HAPPENS, NO TURN SIGNAL ALARM, NO AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL NOT WORKING. HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO ...

Aug 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED MULTIPLE INSTANCES OF THIS PROBLEM HAPPENING RECENTLY. WHAT HAPPENS IS AT VERY LOW SPEEDS OR IDLE SPEEDS, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED HAS STARTED LURCHING OR LUNGING EITHER WHEN BACKING UP, OUT OF THE GARAGE, FOR EXAMPLE, OR OUT OF A DRIVEWAY OR INTO/OUT OF A PARKING PLACE. ...

Aug 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,361 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS DEVELOPED A SIGNIFICANT SURGE WHEN MANEUVERING AT LOW SPEEDS LIKE IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVEWAY. IF THE DRIVER IS NOT VERY QUICK TO RESPOND TO THIS SURGE THE DRIVER WOULD EASILY LOSE CONTROL. SINCE, PARKING LOTS AND DRIVEWAYS OFTEN HAVE PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY CHILDREN) AROUND...

Aug 13, 2011 Electrical System 76,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058. THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL STOPPED WORKING WHILE STARTING, STOPING OR DRIVING AT LOW SPEED AND ON HIGHWAY. ALSO WHEN IT HAPPENS, NO TURN SIGNAL ALARM, NO AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL NOT WORKING. HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO ...

Aug 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED MULTIPLE INSTANCES OF THIS PROBLEM HAPPENING RECENTLY. WHAT HAPPENS IS AT VERY LOW SPEEDS OR IDLE SPEEDS, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED HAS STARTED LURCHING OR LUNGING EITHER WHEN BACKING UP, OUT OF THE GARAGE, FOR EXAMPLE, OR OUT OF A DRIVEWAY OR INTO/OUT OF A PARKING PLACE. ...

Aug 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WITH AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Aug 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,200 mi

VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AFTER VERY LIGHTLY TOUCHING THE BRAKE WHILE PARKING. I WAS MANEUVERING THE CAR INTO A FAIRLY TIGHT PARKING SPACE, AND THE SUDDEN SURGE CAUSE THE CAR TO LUNCH INTO A FENCE POST, DAMAGING THE FRONT BUMPER AND FENDER (AND THE FENCE POST). THIS IS THE 3RD OR 4TH OCCURRENCE, BUT ...

Aug 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WITH AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR...

Aug 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,200 mi

VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AFTER VERY LIGHTLY TOUCHING THE BRAKE WHILE PARKING. I WAS MANEUVERING THE CAR INTO A FAIRLY TIGHT PARKING SPACE, AND THE SUDDEN SURGE CAUSE THE CAR TO LUNCH INTO A FENCE POST, DAMAGING THE FRONT BUMPER AND FENDER (AND THE FENCE POST). THIS IS THE 3RD OR 4TH OCCURRENCE, BUT ...

Aug 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 84,000 mi

VEHICLE IS SURGING AT LOW SPEEDS. PARKING LOT SPEEDS. MUST APPLY BRAKES TO STOP MOTION. SEVERAL FEET COVERED BEFORE ABLE TO APPLY BRAKES. HAPPENED IN EXCESS OF 10 TIMES. CAR IS AT DEALER NOW AND THEY HAVE WITNESSED TO SURGING. CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO FORD SERVICE NOW AND THEY HAVE HAD IT FOR 24 ...

Aug 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL, FWD IS HAVING SUDDEN SURGES OF ACCELERATION (FORWARD AND REVERSE) AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS HAS NOW HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND IS GETTING MORE FREQUENT. THIS PRESENTS A SAFETY ISSUE AS THE SURGE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE CAR TO RUN INTO SOMEONE OR SOMETHING, OR TO UNEXP...

Aug 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 111,000 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE ENGINE SURGED AS IF I HAD HIT THE ACCELERATOR. I IMMEDIATELY HIT THE BRAKES AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED SEVERAL MORE TIMES BEFORE I HAD A NEW THROTTLE BODY INSTALLED AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BECOMING A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYL...

Aug 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE FOR 1YR 1/2 NOW IT HAS 45,000 MILES ON IT, I ALMOST TWICE LOST MY FAMILY AND MY LIFE BUT THANK GOD AND THE QUICK REFLEX OF MY HUSBAND WE ARE ALIVE, ALL DUE TO THE THROTTLE, I CANT DESCRIBE IT HOW I WISH WELL I WOULD NEED A WHOLE PAGE TO EXPLAIN WE HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CA...

Aug 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 84,000 mi

VEHICLE IS SURGING AT LOW SPEEDS. PARKING LOT SPEEDS. MUST APPLY BRAKES TO STOP MOTION. SEVERAL FEET COVERED BEFORE ABLE TO APPLY BRAKES. HAPPENED IN EXCESS OF 10 TIMES. CAR IS AT DEALER NOW AND THEY HAVE WITNESSED TO SURGING. CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO FORD SERVICE NOW AND THEY HAVE HAD IT FOR 24 ...

Aug 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL, FWD IS HAVING SUDDEN SURGES OF ACCELERATION (FORWARD AND REVERSE) AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS HAS NOW HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND IS GETTING MORE FREQUENT. THIS PRESENTS A SAFETY ISSUE AS THE SURGE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE CAR TO RUN INTO SOMEONE OR SOMETHING, OR TO UNEXP...

Aug 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 111,000 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE ENGINE SURGED AS IF I HAD HIT THE ACCELERATOR. I IMMEDIATELY HIT THE BRAKES AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED SEVERAL MORE TIMES BEFORE I HAD A NEW THROTTLE BODY INSTALLED AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BECOMING A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE FREESTYL...

Aug 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE FOR 1YR 1/2 NOW IT HAS 45,000 MILES ON IT, I ALMOST TWICE LOST MY FAMILY AND MY LIFE BUT THANK GOD AND THE QUICK REFLEX OF MY HUSBAND WE ARE ALIVE, ALL DUE TO THE THROTTLE, I CANT DESCRIBE IT HOW I WISH WELL I WOULD NEED A WHOLE PAGE TO EXPLAIN WE HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CA...

Aug 10, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION AT SLOW SPEED BOTH IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. DEALERSHIP STATES THAT IT IS A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. VERY COSTLY TO REPAIR, VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. ALREADY RAN INTO CART CORRAL AT GROCERY STORE WHEN CAR LURCHED FORWARD. NO DAMAGE. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE AND USUALLY STALL. THE CAR HIT THE GARAGE HITTING A PERSON AND BREAKING THE SIDE MIRROR. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Power Train 115,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE AND USUALLY STALL. THE CAR HIT THE GARAGE HITTING A PERSON AND BREAKING THE SIDE MIRROR. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,336 mi

MY VEHICLE SURGES FROM TIME TO TIME AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS ON THE CAR WILL CUT OF AND GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE I'VE CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,336 mi

MY VEHICLE SURGES FROM TIME TO TIME AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS ON THE CAR WILL CUT OF AND GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE I'VE CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 147,100 mi

THE CAR WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN PUT IN REVERSE SOMETIMES. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR WOULD HAVE TROUBLES GOING UP HILLS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT MAINTAIN SPEED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED DOWN TO COMPENSATE FOR SPEED. I HAVE SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS FOR THE SAME ISSUE. HAVE 149K MILES. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE OVER FOUR YEARS AGO. AFTER THE FIRST YEAR THE AIR CONDITIONING STOPPED COOLING AS WELL AS BEFORE AND AT THE SAME TIME THE VEHICLE STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN GOING AT A SLOW SPEED WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD BE RUNNING FOR A SHORT WHILE. IT IS WORSE WHEN YOU ARE T...

Aug 10, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SEEMS TO SURGE EITHER IN FORWARD AND REVERSE WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF BRAKE BEFORE YOU EVEN HIT THE GAS PEDAL. ON OR ABOUT AUG 1ST, 2011 WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE IT SURGED IN REVERSE AND THEN QUIT. IT DID THAT TWICE. ONCE I RESTARTED AFTER THE SECOND TIME IT SEEMED TO S...

Aug 10, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION AT SLOW SPEED BOTH IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. DEALERSHIP STATES THAT IT IS A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. VERY COSTLY TO REPAIR, VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. ALREADY RAN INTO CART CORRAL AT GROCERY STORE WHEN CAR LURCHED FORWARD. NO DAMAGE. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE AND USUALLY STALL. THE CAR HIT THE GARAGE HITTING A PERSON AND BREAKING THE SIDE MIRROR. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Power Train 115,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE AND USUALLY STALL. THE CAR HIT THE GARAGE HITTING A PERSON AND BREAKING THE SIDE MIRROR. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,336 mi

MY VEHICLE SURGES FROM TIME TO TIME AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS ON THE CAR WILL CUT OF AND GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE I'VE CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,336 mi

MY VEHICLE SURGES FROM TIME TO TIME AND WHEN THE AIR CONDITION IS ON THE CAR WILL CUT OF AND GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE I'VE CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 147,100 mi

THE CAR WOULD SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN PUT IN REVERSE SOMETIMES. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR WOULD HAVE TROUBLES GOING UP HILLS WHERE THE CAR WOULD NOT MAINTAIN SPEED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED DOWN TO COMPENSATE FOR SPEED. I HAVE SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS FOR THE SAME ISSUE. HAVE 149K MILES. *TR

Aug 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE OVER FOUR YEARS AGO. AFTER THE FIRST YEAR THE AIR CONDITIONING STOPPED COOLING AS WELL AS BEFORE AND AT THE SAME TIME THE VEHICLE STARTED LURCHING FORWARD WHEN GOING AT A SLOW SPEED WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING HAD BE RUNNING FOR A SHORT WHILE. IT IS WORSE WHEN YOU ARE T...

Aug 10, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SEEMS TO SURGE EITHER IN FORWARD AND REVERSE WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF BRAKE BEFORE YOU EVEN HIT THE GAS PEDAL. ON OR ABOUT AUG 1ST, 2011 WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE IT SURGED IN REVERSE AND THEN QUIT. IT DID THAT TWICE. ONCE I RESTARTED AFTER THE SECOND TIME IT SEEMED TO S...

Aug 9, 2011 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARDS OR SPEEDS UP WHILE SLOWING DOWN (AT STOP SIGNS, GOING INTO GARAGE ETC)

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

CAR LURCHES FORWARD WHEN CAR IS IN DRIVE, BUT MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, AND SOMETIMES GOES INTO "EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN" MODE AND TURNS OFF. THIS HAPPENS MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE OR I'VE BEEN DRIVING THE CAR FOR A WHILE. *TR

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT APPROACHED A TRAFFIC STOP SIGNAL AND UPON ENGAGING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED WITH AN ILLUMINATION OF THE WRENCH WARNING SYMBOL. THE WARNING INDICA...

Aug 9, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,721 mi

ABOUT A MONTH AGO, I RECEIVED ERROR MESSAGES ON MY DASHBOARD RANGING FROM CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO CRITICAL ENGINE FAILURE. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND HE SAID THERE WERE ALL SORTS OF ERROR CODES THAT NEEDED TO BE CLEARED OUT. HE SAID THIS WAS COMMON AND HAPPENS EVERY 3 TO 4 YEARS. I P...

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,432 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP, WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE WARNING LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THEY DID NOT RECOGNIZE THE FAILURE CODE AND OFFERE...

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKES SLIGHTLY DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND STALLED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE FAILED SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT ...

Aug 9, 2011 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARDS OR SPEEDS UP WHILE SLOWING DOWN (AT STOP SIGNS, GOING INTO GARAGE ETC)

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

CAR LURCHES FORWARD WHEN CAR IS IN DRIVE, BUT MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, AND SOMETIMES GOES INTO "EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN" MODE AND TURNS OFF. THIS HAPPENS MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE OR I'VE BEEN DRIVING THE CAR FOR A WHILE. *TR

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT APPROACHED A TRAFFIC STOP SIGNAL AND UPON ENGAGING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED WITH AN ILLUMINATION OF THE WRENCH WARNING SYMBOL. THE WARNING INDICA...

Aug 9, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,721 mi

ABOUT A MONTH AGO, I RECEIVED ERROR MESSAGES ON MY DASHBOARD RANGING FROM CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO CRITICAL ENGINE FAILURE. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND HE SAID THERE WERE ALL SORTS OF ERROR CODES THAT NEEDED TO BE CLEARED OUT. HE SAID THIS WAS COMMON AND HAPPENS EVERY 3 TO 4 YEARS. I P...

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,432 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP, WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE WARNING LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THEY DID NOT RECOGNIZE THE FAILURE CODE AND OFFERE...

Aug 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKES SLIGHTLY DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND STALLED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE FAILED SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT ...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MA...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE OR BACKWARD WHILE IN REVERSE, WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON AND THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIR TO THE FAILU...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TOOK OFF IN REVERSE AT HIGH SPEED AS SOON AS I PUT IT IN REVERSE, MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I ALMOST HIT A LARGE TREE. *TR

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 94,656 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB . I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAULT MODE. IT DID THIS THREE TIMES AFTER ...

Aug 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I OFTEN EXPERIENCE A SURGE IN MY VEHICLES ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN I HAVE NOT TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING OFF AND JUST AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. TODAY I NEARLY RAN OVER A PEDESTRIAN AFTER SHIFTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, AND SO ...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I OFTEN EXPERIENCE A SURGE IN MY VEHICLES ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN I HAVE NOT TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING OFF AND JUST AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. TODAY I NEARLY RAN OVER A PEDESTRIAN AFTER SHIFTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, AND SO ...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MA...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHILE IN DRIVE OR BACKWARD WHILE IN REVERSE, WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON AND THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIR TO THE FAILU...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TOOK OFF IN REVERSE AT HIGH SPEED AS SOON AS I PUT IT IN REVERSE, MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I ALMOST HIT A LARGE TREE. *TR

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 94,656 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB . I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAULT MODE. IT DID THIS THREE TIMES AFTER ...

Aug 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATES WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE), THIS SEEMS TO BE ALIGNED WITH OTHER COMPLAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11018. THE ENGINE WILL REV WHEN PUTTING THE CAR INTO GEAR AND WILL LURCH IN THE DIRECTION OF THE GEAR THAT IT WAS PLACED I...

Aug 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I OFTEN EXPERIENCE A SURGE IN MY VEHICLES ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN I HAVE NOT TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING OFF AND JUST AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. TODAY I NEARLY RAN OVER A PEDESTRIAN AFTER SHIFTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, AND SO ...

Aug 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I OFTEN EXPERIENCE A SURGE IN MY VEHICLES ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN I HAVE NOT TOUCHED THE GAS PEDAL. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING OFF AND JUST AFTER I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. TODAY I NEARLY RAN OVER A PEDESTRIAN AFTER SHIFTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, AND SO ...

Aug 7, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 24,500 mi

THE BACK OF ONE OF THE SECOND ROW SEATS DOES NOT FOLD DOWN WHEN THE LATCH LEVER IS PULLED UP, WHICH MEANS THAT THE ENTIRE SEAT DOES NOT LIFT UP. CONSEQUENTLY, PASSANGERS SITTING IN THE THIRD ROW WILL BE UNABLE TO EXIT THE CAR FROM THE CORRESPONDING SIDE IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. WHEN THE CAR WAS NE...

Aug 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE LURCHING WHEN IDLING OR LOW SPEEDS. REPEATED EXCESSIVE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES. FRONT BRAKES WORKING PROPERLY. *TT

Aug 7, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 24,500 mi

THE BACK OF ONE OF THE SECOND ROW SEATS DOES NOT FOLD DOWN WHEN THE LATCH LEVER IS PULLED UP, WHICH MEANS THAT THE ENTIRE SEAT DOES NOT LIFT UP. CONSEQUENTLY, PASSANGERS SITTING IN THE THIRD ROW WILL BE UNABLE TO EXIT THE CAR FROM THE CORRESPONDING SIDE IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. WHEN THE CAR WAS NE...

Aug 7, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE LURCHING WHEN IDLING OR LOW SPEEDS. REPEATED EXCESSIVE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES. FRONT BRAKES WORKING PROPERLY. *TT

Aug 6, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,032 mi

INTIALLY NOTED THE VEHICLES RPMS JUMP AND A QUICK SURGE IN THE ENGINE WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65MPHS. THIS CONTINUED TO OCCUR RADOMLY AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. A SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY REPLACED AN EGR VALVE. PUT IN AN FUEL TREATMENT. ONE DAY LATER THE THE LIGHT IS BACK ON ...

Aug 6, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CROSSOVER FREQUENTLY LUNGES AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN THE DRIVER IS NOT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THIS PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE OCCURING MORE OFTEN AND WITH MORE POWER AND IS GETTING HARDER TO STOP. TODAY IT ALMOST JUMPED OVER A PARKING LOT CURB AT A RETAIL STORE PARKING LOT. ...

Aug 6, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM ONLY A FEW TIMES THE LAST 2 YEARS WE HAVE OWNED THE CAR, BUT RECENTLY, SINCE IT HAS BEEN EXTREMELY HOT IN OKLAHOMA, THE FORD FREESTYLE THAT WE HAVE LUNGES FORWARD JUST AS YOU PRESS THE BRAKE OR LET OFF. I HAVE ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS, LUNGED INTO TRAFFIC AT A RED LIGHT, AND ...

Aug 6, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,032 mi

INTIALLY NOTED THE VEHICLES RPMS JUMP AND A QUICK SURGE IN THE ENGINE WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65MPHS. THIS CONTINUED TO OCCUR RADOMLY AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. A SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY REPLACED AN EGR VALVE. PUT IN AN FUEL TREATMENT. ONE DAY LATER THE THE LIGHT IS BACK ON ...

Aug 6, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CROSSOVER FREQUENTLY LUNGES AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN THE DRIVER IS NOT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THIS PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE OCCURING MORE OFTEN AND WITH MORE POWER AND IS GETTING HARDER TO STOP. TODAY IT ALMOST JUMPED OVER A PARKING LOT CURB AT A RETAIL STORE PARKING LOT. ...

Aug 6, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM ONLY A FEW TIMES THE LAST 2 YEARS WE HAVE OWNED THE CAR, BUT RECENTLY, SINCE IT HAS BEEN EXTREMELY HOT IN OKLAHOMA, THE FORD FREESTYLE THAT WE HAVE LUNGES FORWARD JUST AS YOU PRESS THE BRAKE OR LET OFF. I HAVE ALMOST HIT SEVERAL CARS, LUNGED INTO TRAFFIC AT A RED LIGHT, AND ...

Aug 5, 2011 Fuel System, Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTED SURGE AT STOPLIGHT, CONTROLLED BY APPLYING BRAKES HARDER, AND THENVECHICLE STALLED. THE EVENT WOULD HAVE FORCESD US INTO THE INTERSECTION, POSSIBILEY CAUSING BODY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. THIS OCCURANCE ALSO HAPPENED 1 WEEK PRIOR AS WE WERE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE....

Aug 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. ...

Aug 5, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING...VERY DANGEROUS!! I'VE HEARD MULTIPLE OTHER CUSTOMERS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM. *TT

Aug 5, 2011 Fuel System, Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTED SURGE AT STOPLIGHT, CONTROLLED BY APPLYING BRAKES HARDER, AND THENVECHICLE STALLED. THE EVENT WOULD HAVE FORCESD US INTO THE INTERSECTION, POSSIBILEY CAUSING BODY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. THIS OCCURANCE ALSO HAPPENED 1 WEEK PRIOR AS WE WERE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE....

Aug 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. ...

Aug 5, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING...VERY DANGEROUS!! I'VE HEARD MULTIPLE OTHER CUSTOMERS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM. *TT

Aug 4, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING. LUNGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. REPLACED THROTTLE BODY AT MY EXPENSE ($800.00). *TR

Aug 4, 2011 Fuel System, Other 165,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS ENGINE SURGES, AT IDLE IT LUNGES FORWARD AND SOMETIMES DIES AFTERWARDS. *TR

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD OCCUR AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE ROMS WOULD INCREASE SPORADICALLY BEFORE LOSING POWER AND LUNGING. THE ...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IDLE AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND STALLED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO WAS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER...

Aug 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other 67,000 mi

WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AND MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY "SURGED" FORWARD. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR FROM HITTING ANYONE/ANYTHING BY APPLYING THE BRAKE MORE FORCEFULLY, BUT THIS INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS NOW BOTH IN "DRIVE" (WHEN THE CAR SURGES FORWARD) AND IN...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AND MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY "SURGED" FORWARD. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR FROM HITTING ANYONE/ANYTHING BY APPLYING THE BRAKE MORE FORCEFULLY, BUT THIS INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS NOW BOTH IN "DRIVE" (WHEN THE CAR SURGES FORWARD) AND IN...

Aug 4, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

NORMAL DRIVING. LUNGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. REPLACED THROTTLE BODY AT MY EXPENSE ($800.00). *TR

Aug 4, 2011 Fuel System, Other 165,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE HAS ENGINE SURGES, AT IDLE IT LUNGES FORWARD AND SOMETIMES DIES AFTERWARDS. *TR

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD OCCUR AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE ROMS WOULD INCREASE SPORADICALLY BEFORE LOSING POWER AND LUNGING. THE ...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING WITH THE VEHICLE IDLE AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND STALLED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO WAS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER...

Aug 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other 67,000 mi

WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AND MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY "SURGED" FORWARD. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR FROM HITTING ANYONE/ANYTHING BY APPLYING THE BRAKE MORE FORCEFULLY, BUT THIS INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS NOW BOTH IN "DRIVE" (WHEN THE CAR SURGES FORWARD) AND IN...

Aug 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AND MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY "SURGED" FORWARD. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR FROM HITTING ANYONE/ANYTHING BY APPLYING THE BRAKE MORE FORCEFULLY, BUT THIS INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS NOW BOTH IN "DRIVE" (WHEN THE CAR SURGES FORWARD) AND IN...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED AND THE TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE WAS HOTTER T...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE IT WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE OCCURRED MORE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WAITING ON A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHA...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES UNEXPECTENTLY WHEN CAR IS STOPPED WITH THE GEAR SHIFT IN THE "DRIVE" POSITION OR WHEN EASING FORWARD AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED. IT WAS INSPECTED AT A FORD SERVICE DEALERSHIP WHO SAID THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT. I AM AFRAID THE VEHICLE IS AT RISK FOR INJURING SOMEONE OR SO...

Aug 3, 2011 Power Train 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

RANDOM LUNGING WHEN, GENERALLY, CAR IS PLACED IN REVERSE. IT DOES IT RANDOMLY, INCREASING IN FREQUENCY. HOWEVER, TODAY, WE GOT A WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND WAS JERKING AND JUST NOT DRIVING APPROPRIATELY. WE WENT TO FORD, AND WERE TOLD TO TURN THE CAR OFF AN...

Aug 3, 2011 Power Train

RANDOM LUNGING WHEN, GENERALLY, CAR IS PLACED IN REVERSE. IT DOES IT RANDOMLY, INCREASING IN FREQUENCY. HOWEVER, TODAY, WE GOT A WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND WAS JERKING AND JUST NOT DRIVING APPROPRIATELY. WE WENT TO FORD, AND WERE TOLD TO TURN THE CAR OFF AN...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED AND THE TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE WAS HOTTER T...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE IT WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE OCCURRED MORE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WAITING ON A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHA...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES UNEXPECTENTLY WHEN CAR IS STOPPED WITH THE GEAR SHIFT IN THE "DRIVE" POSITION OR WHEN EASING FORWARD AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED. IT WAS INSPECTED AT A FORD SERVICE DEALERSHIP WHO SAID THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT. I AM AFRAID THE VEHICLE IS AT RISK FOR INJURING SOMEONE OR SO...

Aug 3, 2011 Power Train 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 128,934 mi

WHILE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT ON A HOT DAY (A/C RUNNING), MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, IT STOPPED THE ENGINE. A MESSAGE APPEARED READING "ENGINE IN FAIL-SAFE MODE." APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS LATER, THIS SAME CONDITION WAS REPEATED WITH THE SAME RESULT. ...

Aug 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

RANDOM LUNGING WHEN, GENERALLY, CAR IS PLACED IN REVERSE. IT DOES IT RANDOMLY, INCREASING IN FREQUENCY. HOWEVER, TODAY, WE GOT A WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND WAS JERKING AND JUST NOT DRIVING APPROPRIATELY. WE WENT TO FORD, AND WERE TOLD TO TURN THE CAR OFF AN...

Aug 3, 2011 Power Train

RANDOM LUNGING WHEN, GENERALLY, CAR IS PLACED IN REVERSE. IT DOES IT RANDOMLY, INCREASING IN FREQUENCY. HOWEVER, TODAY, WE GOT A WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" AND WAS JERKING AND JUST NOT DRIVING APPROPRIATELY. WE WENT TO FORD, AND WERE TOLD TO TURN THE CAR OFF AN...

Aug 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 135,336 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING WHEN THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A SMALL EXPLOSION. IMMEDIATELY, GASOLINE FUEL FUMES ENTERED INTO THE VEHICLE CABIN. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FR...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,800 mi

AFTER SITTING IN A RESTAURANT'S PARKING LOT WITH THE ENGINE IDLING AND THE AIR CONDITIONING ON FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARD SEVERAL FEET WHEN THE CAR WITH PLACED INTO REVERSE. ONCE THE CAR WAS STOPPED, I PLACED THE CAR IN DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ME PRESSING THE GAS PEDA...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,800 mi

AFTER SITTING IN A RESTAURANT'S PARKING LOT WITH THE ENGINE IDLING AND THE AIR CONDITIONING ON FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARD SEVERAL FEET WHEN THE CAR WITH PLACED INTO REVERSE. ONCE THE CAR WAS STOPPED, I PLACED THE CAR IN DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ME PRESSING THE GAS PEDA...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING/LURCHING WHEN I AM GOING SLOWLY, I.E. WHEN I AM PULLING INTO OR OUT OF MY GARAGE, WHEN I AM PARKING, WHEN I AM APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR STOPLIGHT. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT, FOR THEM TO LOOK AT THIS ISSUE AS WELL AS AN "AWD MALFUNC...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING/LURCHING WHEN I AM GOING SLOWLY, I.E. WHEN I AM PULLING INTO OR OUT OF MY GARAGE, WHEN I AM PARKING, WHEN I AM APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR STOPLIGHT. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT, FOR THEM TO LOOK AT THIS ISSUE AS WELL AS AN "AWD MALFUNC...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR AFTER SHIFTING THE SELECTED GEAR WITH PRESSURE APPLIED TO THE BR...

Aug 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD AT ANYTIME. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFUED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT M...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 137,450 mi

VEHICLES LUNGES INVOLUNTARILY AND UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN FOOT IS RELEASED FROM THE BRAKE (WITHOUT ANY DEPRESSION OF THE ACCELERATOR). THE PROBLEM OCCURS IN BOTH DRIVE AND REVERSE AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS (I.E. BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, ADVANCING THROUGH A DRIVE THROUGH RESTAURANT, SWIPING A BADGE AT A ...

Aug 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 135,336 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING WHEN THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A SMALL EXPLOSION. IMMEDIATELY, GASOLINE FUEL FUMES ENTERED INTO THE VEHICLE CABIN. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FR...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IN THE LAST MONTH, THE CAR HAS BEEN SURGING AND TAKING OFF WITHOUT MY TOUCHING THE GAS. LAST FRIDAY, IT SURGED VIOLENTLY BACKWARD WHILE I WAS PARALLEL PARKING AND RAN UP ON THE CURB NEARLY HITTING PEOPLE. I STOOD ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE QUIT AND WENT INTO A FAUL...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,800 mi

AFTER SITTING IN A RESTAURANT'S PARKING LOT WITH THE ENGINE IDLING AND THE AIR CONDITIONING ON FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARD SEVERAL FEET WHEN THE CAR WITH PLACED INTO REVERSE. ONCE THE CAR WAS STOPPED, I PLACED THE CAR IN DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ME PRESSING THE GAS PEDA...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,800 mi

AFTER SITTING IN A RESTAURANT'S PARKING LOT WITH THE ENGINE IDLING AND THE AIR CONDITIONING ON FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES, THE CAR LUNGED BACKWARD SEVERAL FEET WHEN THE CAR WITH PLACED INTO REVERSE. ONCE THE CAR WAS STOPPED, I PLACED THE CAR IN DRIVE AND IT LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT ME PRESSING THE GAS PEDA...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING/LURCHING WHEN I AM GOING SLOWLY, I.E. WHEN I AM PULLING INTO OR OUT OF MY GARAGE, WHEN I AM PARKING, WHEN I AM APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR STOPLIGHT. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT, FOR THEM TO LOOK AT THIS ISSUE AS WELL AS AN "AWD MALFUNC...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING/LURCHING WHEN I AM GOING SLOWLY, I.E. WHEN I AM PULLING INTO OR OUT OF MY GARAGE, WHEN I AM PARKING, WHEN I AM APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR STOPLIGHT. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT, FOR THEM TO LOOK AT THIS ISSUE AS WELL AS AN "AWD MALFUNC...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE TRANSMISSION SURGING WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. HAD BEEN MINOR UP TO THIS POINT BUT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT LAST NIGHT, ENGINE REVVED HIGHER THAN BEFORE AND STALLED . CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND 'SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE APPEARED. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, IT SEEMS ...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR AFTER SHIFTING THE SELECTED GEAR WITH PRESSURE APPLIED TO THE BR...

Aug 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 36,001 mi

I FIRST NOTICED A SURGE IN THE CAR JUST AS IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WITH TIME. WHENEVER THE CAR COMES TO A STOP (E.G. IN A PARKING SPOT) THE CAR SURGES IN THE DIRECTION THE TRANSMISSION IS SELECTED. ADDITIONAL BRAKE PRESSURE IS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED TO KEE...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARD AT ANYTIME. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFUED. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT M...

Aug 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 137,450 mi

VEHICLES LUNGES INVOLUNTARILY AND UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN FOOT IS RELEASED FROM THE BRAKE (WITHOUT ANY DEPRESSION OF THE ACCELERATOR). THE PROBLEM OCCURS IN BOTH DRIVE AND REVERSE AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS (I.E. BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, ADVANCING THROUGH A DRIVE THROUGH RESTAURANT, SWIPING A BADGE AT A ...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,772 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE, FOLLOWED BY THE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE FAILURES O...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,772 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE, FOLLOWED BY THE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE FAILURES O...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 47,526 mi

WHEN IDLING, CAR WOULD SURGE BRIEFLY AS IF ACCELERATOR WERE PUSHED. AFTER SEVERAL INQUIRES AT FORD SERVICE ABOUT RECALLS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AS DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. PART REPLACED AT A COST OF $706.85. UNDERSTAND THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL LIKE INSTANCES REPORTED. SURGE CO...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 47,526 mi

WHEN IDLING, CAR WOULD SURGE BRIEFLY AS IF ACCELERATOR WERE PUSHED. AFTER SEVERAL INQUIRES AT FORD SERVICE ABOUT RECALLS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AS DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. PART REPLACED AT A COST OF $706.85. UNDERSTAND THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL LIKE INSTANCES REPORTED. SURGE CO...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER ON WAS WITH THE VEHICLE IN THE PARK POSITION, IT ACCELERATED, EITHER FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR WERE REPLACED. THE REMEDY DID NOT RESOLVE TH...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 5 MPH THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND FAILED TO STOP UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED THE IDENTICAL FAILURE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN THE REVERSE POSITION. THE CONT...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

MANY OCCURRENCES OF UNEXPECTED SURGE/VEHICLE MOVEMENT OVER THE PAST 4 MONTHS. RECENTLY, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY JUMPED FORWARD RESULTING IN A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK. I WAS VERY FORTUNATE THAT NO PEDESTRIANS WERE IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AT THE T...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

MANY OCCURRENCES OF UNEXPECTED SURGE/VEHICLE MOVEMENT OVER THE PAST 4 MONTHS. RECENTLY, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY JUMPED FORWARD RESULTING IN A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK. I WAS VERY FORTUNATE THAT NO PEDESTRIANS WERE IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AT THE T...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES FORWARD IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN HIGH HEAT AFTER USING A/C FOR A WHILE. THANKFULLY I'VE HAD MY FOOT OVER THE BRAKE DURING THESE OCCURRENCES, BUT THIS ISSUE CONCERNS ME. I HAVE ALSO BEEN TOLD BY A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT MY AC COMP...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,772 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE, FOLLOWED BY THE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE FAILURES O...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,772 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE, FOLLOWED BY THE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR. THE FAILURES O...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

BOUGHT A FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY 2008 TOOK IT TO THE SHOP JULY 2009 BECAUSE IT WAS LUNGING AND STALLING. FORD KEPT IT ON THEIR LOT UNTIL NOVEMBER. WHEN I GOT IT BACK I HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE BECAUSE THEY HAD FLAT SPOTS THEY DID NOT MOVE THE CAR. THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AND NOW JULY OF 2011 I...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 47,526 mi

WHEN IDLING, CAR WOULD SURGE BRIEFLY AS IF ACCELERATOR WERE PUSHED. AFTER SEVERAL INQUIRES AT FORD SERVICE ABOUT RECALLS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AS DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. PART REPLACED AT A COST OF $706.85. UNDERSTAND THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL LIKE INSTANCES REPORTED. SURGE CO...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 47,526 mi

WHEN IDLING, CAR WOULD SURGE BRIEFLY AS IF ACCELERATOR WERE PUSHED. AFTER SEVERAL INQUIRES AT FORD SERVICE ABOUT RECALLS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AS DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. PART REPLACED AT A COST OF $706.85. UNDERSTAND THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL LIKE INSTANCES REPORTED. SURGE CO...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER ON WAS WITH THE VEHICLE IN THE PARK POSITION, IT ACCELERATED, EITHER FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR WERE REPLACED. THE REMEDY DID NOT RESOLVE TH...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 5 MPH THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND FAILED TO STOP UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED THE IDENTICAL FAILURE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN THE REVERSE POSITION. THE CONT...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

MANY OCCURRENCES OF UNEXPECTED SURGE/VEHICLE MOVEMENT OVER THE PAST 4 MONTHS. RECENTLY, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY JUMPED FORWARD RESULTING IN A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK. I WAS VERY FORTUNATE THAT NO PEDESTRIANS WERE IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AT THE T...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

MANY OCCURRENCES OF UNEXPECTED SURGE/VEHICLE MOVEMENT OVER THE PAST 4 MONTHS. RECENTLY, THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY JUMPED FORWARD RESULTING IN A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK. I WAS VERY FORTUNATE THAT NO PEDESTRIANS WERE IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AT THE T...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Aug 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

WE STARTED NOTICING THE ENGINE SURGE A FEW MONTHS AGO WHENEVER WE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK OR NEUTRAL. THE RPM'S JUMPED AROUND 400-600 ABOVE IDLE AND NOW ARE OVER 700-800 WITH THE A/C ON. SO FAR, WE HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER, BLACKWELL FORD...

Jul 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. YESTERDAY WHEN BACKING UP THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED. MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR AND IT STALLED. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THE CAR HAS DONE THIS BUT THIS TIME WAS THE MOST NOTICEABLE. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND ONLY SEEMS TO DO IT WHEN...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. YESTERDAY WHEN BACKING UP THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED. MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR AND IT STALLED. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THE CAR HAS DONE THIS BUT THIS TIME WAS THE MOST NOTICEABLE. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND ONLY SEEMS TO DO IT WHEN...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 60K MILES NO KNOWN PRECEDENT EVENT CVT NO IMPACT DAMAGE NORTH CAROLINA 1 NORMAL DRIVING OR IDLING IN GEAR 2. SYMPTOMS INTERMITTENT AND SPONTANEOUS DRIVE LINE SURGES ENGINE POWER SURGES AT IDLE VEHICLE LURCHES WITHOUT WARNING CHECK ENGINE AND SAFE MODE WARNINGS ...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 122,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FOR THE PAST FOUR YEARS, WE HAVE HAD A VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM. IT FIRST STARTED IN 2007 WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE BY SIMPLY SHIFTING THE CAR INTO GEAR, WITHOUT RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO FORD IN 2008 (U...

Jul 31, 2011 Power Train 122,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FOR THE PAST FOUR YEARS, WE HAVE HAD A VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM. IT FIRST STARTED IN 2007 WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE BY SIMPLY SHIFTING THE CAR INTO GEAR, WITHOUT RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO FORD IN 2008 (U...

Jul 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. YESTERDAY WHEN BACKING UP THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED. MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR AND IT STALLED. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THE CAR HAS DONE THIS BUT THIS TIME WAS THE MOST NOTICEABLE. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND ONLY SEEMS TO DO IT WHEN...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. YESTERDAY WHEN BACKING UP THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED. MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR AND IT STALLED. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THE CAR HAS DONE THIS BUT THIS TIME WAS THE MOST NOTICEABLE. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND ONLY SEEMS TO DO IT WHEN...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 60K MILES NO KNOWN PRECEDENT EVENT CVT NO IMPACT DAMAGE NORTH CAROLINA 1 NORMAL DRIVING OR IDLING IN GEAR 2. SYMPTOMS INTERMITTENT AND SPONTANEOUS DRIVE LINE SURGES ENGINE POWER SURGES AT IDLE VEHICLE LURCHES WITHOUT WARNING CHECK ENGINE AND SAFE MODE WARNINGS ...

Jul 31, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 122,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FOR THE PAST FOUR YEARS, WE HAVE HAD A VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM. IT FIRST STARTED IN 2007 WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE BY SIMPLY SHIFTING THE CAR INTO GEAR, WITHOUT RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO FORD IN 2008 (U...

Jul 31, 2011 Power Train 122,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. FOR THE PAST FOUR YEARS, WE HAVE HAD A VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM. IT FIRST STARTED IN 2007 WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE BY SIMPLY SHIFTING THE CAR INTO GEAR, WITHOUT RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO FORD IN 2008 (U...

Jul 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARDS WHILE AT REDLIGHTS, STOP SIGNS OR ANY OTHER TIME IT IS IDLING WITH THE AC ON. THE ROTORS AND BRAKES HAVE ALSO BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. IS THERE ANY KNOWN REASON FOR THIS? OR ANY THING THAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT? ITS PRETTY SCARY ESPECIALLY WHEN ANOTHE...

Jul 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. HAVING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE DOESN'T SEEM TO DO ANYTHING SOMETIMES. IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY, AS SOON AS MY FOOT IS OFF THE BRAKE OR I PUT THE CAR INTO GEAR IS HAPPENS. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I HOPE IT WILL BE R...

Jul 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARDS WHILE AT REDLIGHTS, STOP SIGNS OR ANY OTHER TIME IT IS IDLING WITH THE AC ON. THE ROTORS AND BRAKES HAVE ALSO BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. IS THERE ANY KNOWN REASON FOR THIS? OR ANY THING THAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT? ITS PRETTY SCARY ESPECIALLY WHEN ANOTHE...

Jul 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. HAVING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE DOESN'T SEEM TO DO ANYTHING SOMETIMES. IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY, AS SOON AS MY FOOT IS OFF THE BRAKE OR I PUT THE CAR INTO GEAR IS HAPPENS. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I HOPE IT WILL BE R...

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE FORWARD UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAI...

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WITHOUT ANY CONTACT WHATSOEVER ON THE GAS PEDAL. ON 7/28/11, WE HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A MECHANIC TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. "FAILSAFE ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT. *TR

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND WE HAVE NOTICED FOR THE LAST 2 SUMMERS THAT OUR CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVEING AT LOW SPEEDS ESPECIALY WHEN YOU FIRST SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO PARK OR TO REVERSE. IT HAS BEEN GETING WORSE AND IT IS DEFFINETLY WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND YOU HAVE TH...

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES WHEN NOT PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL. HAD THIS "FIXED" OVER A YEAR AGO BUT IT IS DOING IT AGAIN. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IN PARKING LOTS WHEN BACKING OUT. IT HAPPENED TODAY AND WHEN I HIT THE BRAKE, THE CAR CUT OFF. *TR

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE FORWARD UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAI...

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WITHOUT ANY CONTACT WHATSOEVER ON THE GAS PEDAL. ON 7/28/11, WE HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A MECHANIC TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. "FAILSAFE ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT. *TR

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND WE HAVE NOTICED FOR THE LAST 2 SUMMERS THAT OUR CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVEING AT LOW SPEEDS ESPECIALY WHEN YOU FIRST SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO PARK OR TO REVERSE. IT HAS BEEN GETING WORSE AND IT IS DEFFINETLY WORSE WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE AND YOU HAVE TH...

Jul 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES WHEN NOT PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL. HAD THIS "FIXED" OVER A YEAR AGO BUT IT IS DOING IT AGAIN. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IN PARKING LOTS WHEN BACKING OUT. IT HAPPENED TODAY AND WHEN I HIT THE BRAKE, THE CAR CUT OFF. *TR

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,378 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH, I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE CAR ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGING WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP OR PULL OFF FROM A STOP. THIS PROBLEM IS VERY CONCERNING AS IT OCCURS WHEN MY CHILD IS IN THE CAR. I HAVE NARROWLY ESCAPED RUNNING INTO OTHER VEHICLES. *TR

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARD AND NEARLY CRASHED. THE FAIL-SAFE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND DR...

Jul 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, MY VEHICLE "JUMPED" FORWARD BY ITSELF. IT THEN WENT INTO "ENGINE OVERRIDE MODE" AND STALLED. I WAS ABLE TO CRANK THE VEHICLE BACK UP AND CONTINUE DRIVING.

Jul 28, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 91,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS A SUDDEN JUMP IN ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN DRIVER IS PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT FEELS AS IF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR ARE BEING PRESSED AND THE CAR IS IN CONFLICT. THEN THE IDLE SEEMS TO DROP EITHER TO A POINT OF THE VEHICLE DYING OR ALMOST STALLING. WHEN RESTARTED (SOMETIMES T...

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 91,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS A SUDDEN JUMP IN ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN DRIVER IS PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT FEELS AS IF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR ARE BEING PRESSED AND THE CAR IS IN CONFLICT. THEN THE IDLE SEEMS TO DROP EITHER TO A POINT OF THE VEHICLE DYING OR ALMOST STALLING. WHEN RESTARTED (SOMETIMES T...

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,378 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH, I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE CAR ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGING WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP OR PULL OFF FROM A STOP. THIS PROBLEM IS VERY CONCERNING AS IT OCCURS WHEN MY CHILD IS IN THE CAR. I HAVE NARROWLY ESCAPED RUNNING INTO OTHER VEHICLES. *TR

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARD AND NEARLY CRASHED. THE FAIL-SAFE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND DR...

Jul 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, MY VEHICLE "JUMPED" FORWARD BY ITSELF. IT THEN WENT INTO "ENGINE OVERRIDE MODE" AND STALLED. I WAS ABLE TO CRANK THE VEHICLE BACK UP AND CONTINUE DRIVING.

Jul 28, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 91,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS A SUDDEN JUMP IN ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN DRIVER IS PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT FEELS AS IF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR ARE BEING PRESSED AND THE CAR IS IN CONFLICT. THEN THE IDLE SEEMS TO DROP EITHER TO A POINT OF THE VEHICLE DYING OR ALMOST STALLING. WHEN RESTARTED (SOMETIMES T...

Jul 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 91,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS A SUDDEN JUMP IN ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN DRIVER IS PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT FEELS AS IF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR ARE BEING PRESSED AND THE CAR IS IN CONFLICT. THEN THE IDLE SEEMS TO DROP EITHER TO A POINT OF THE VEHICLE DYING OR ALMOST STALLING. WHEN RESTARTED (SOMETIMES T...

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST STARTED OR WHILE IN MOTION SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP OR WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. THE FAILURE A...

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 54,234 mi

WHEN MANUEVERING IN PARKING LOTS THE VEHICLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHEN TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE. AFTER IT LUNGES FORWARD IT STALLS AND COMES UP WITH AN ERROR MESSAGE. IT STARTS BACK UP FINE AFTERWARDS. SOMETIMES DURING REGULAR TRAVEL IT WILL SPEED UP UNEXPECTEDLY. *TR

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS ON JULY 19 AND 20, 2011, WHILE MANEUVERING THE VEHICLE AT LOW SPEEDS TO PARK IN A PARKING STRUCTURE AND TO PARALLEL PARK IN AN URBAN STREET SETTING, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE "REVVED UP" WITHOUT MY PRESSING DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO "SURGE" OR "LUNGE"--THIS OCC...

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST STARTED OR WHILE IN MOTION SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP OR WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. THE FAILURE A...

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 54,234 mi

WHEN MANUEVERING IN PARKING LOTS THE VEHICLE HAS LUNGED FORWARD WHEN TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE. AFTER IT LUNGES FORWARD IT STALLS AND COMES UP WITH AN ERROR MESSAGE. IT STARTS BACK UP FINE AFTERWARDS. SOMETIMES DURING REGULAR TRAVEL IT WILL SPEED UP UNEXPECTEDLY. *TR

Jul 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS ON JULY 19 AND 20, 2011, WHILE MANEUVERING THE VEHICLE AT LOW SPEEDS TO PARK IN A PARKING STRUCTURE AND TO PARALLEL PARK IN AN URBAN STREET SETTING, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE "REVVED UP" WITHOUT MY PRESSING DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO "SURGE" OR "LUNGE"--THIS OCC...

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSURE WAS NOT BEING APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR AT SPEEDS RANGING FROM 0 TO 10 MPH. THE BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE IN STOPPING THE VEHICLE DURING THE FAILURE...

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 EXPERIENCING THE LUNGING ISSUE PRETTY MUCH SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW. JUST FIGURED IT WAS A "TOUCHY" ENGINE THAT I NEEDED TO GET USED TO. AFTER HEARING THAT THERE WERE MANY PEOPLE EXPERIENCING THE ISSUE, TOOK IT TO DEALER. FIRST DEALER COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SECOND DEALE...

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 168,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC AT 40MPH CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND STALLED OUT. CAR RESTARTED AND AT NEXT INTERSECTION LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE. *TR

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 57,500 mi

WHEN IDLING WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY EXPERIENCE AN INCREASE IN THE RPMS AND "LUNGE" EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON WHICH GEAR IS SELECTED: DRIVE OR REVERSE. THIS BEHAVIOR HAPPENS INTERMEDIATELY, BUT DOES NOT SEEM TO OCCUR WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,178 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN ACTING UP FOR QUITE SOME TIME NOW AND IT IS TO THE POINT WHERE I NEED TO GET IT CHECKED OUT I FEEL IT IS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN I START MY CAR AND GO TO PUT IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE THE CAR WILL TAKE OF LUNGING!! I HAVE TO STAND ON THE BRAKE FOR IT TO STOP SOMETIMES...

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSURE WAS NOT BEING APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR AT SPEEDS RANGING FROM 0 TO 10 MPH. THE BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE IN STOPPING THE VEHICLE DURING THE FAILURE...

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 EXPERIENCING THE LUNGING ISSUE PRETTY MUCH SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW. JUST FIGURED IT WAS A "TOUCHY" ENGINE THAT I NEEDED TO GET USED TO. AFTER HEARING THAT THERE WERE MANY PEOPLE EXPERIENCING THE ISSUE, TOOK IT TO DEALER. FIRST DEALER COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SECOND DEALE...

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 168,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC AT 40MPH CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND STALLED OUT. CAR RESTARTED AND AT NEXT INTERSECTION LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN AND WENT INTO FAIL SAFE MODE. *TR

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 57,500 mi

WHEN IDLING WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY EXPERIENCE AN INCREASE IN THE RPMS AND "LUNGE" EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON WHICH GEAR IS SELECTED: DRIVE OR REVERSE. THIS BEHAVIOR HAPPENS INTERMEDIATELY, BUT DOES NOT SEEM TO OCCUR WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.

Jul 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 83,178 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN ACTING UP FOR QUITE SOME TIME NOW AND IT IS TO THE POINT WHERE I NEED TO GET IT CHECKED OUT I FEEL IT IS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN I START MY CAR AND GO TO PUT IT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE THE CAR WILL TAKE OF LUNGING!! I HAVE TO STAND ON THE BRAKE FOR IT TO STOP SOMETIMES...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 52,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL AWD. THE CAR LUNGES OUT OF PARK. HAPPENED ABOUT THREE TIMES IN THE LAST 30~ 60 DAYS THE CAR COMES TO A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. I HAVE TO SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART IT TO CLEAR THE FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL AWD. THE CAR LUNGES OUT OF PARK. HAPPENED ABOUT THREE TIMES IN THE LAST 30~ 60 DAYS THE CAR COMES TO A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. I HAVE TO SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART IT TO CLEAR THE FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE WRENCH LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF; HOWEVER, WHEN IT WAS TURNED BACK ON, IT SURGED BACKWARDS WHEN IT WAS PLACED IN REVERSE GEAR. THE CON...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES FORWARD WHILE IDLING AT A STOP, MOVING AS SLOW SPEED OR SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. THE FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE INCREASES WHEN THE VEHICLE'S AIR CONDITIONING HAS BEEN RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, I.E., WHILE EITHER PARKED OR I...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES FORWARD WHILE IDLING AT A STOP, MOVING AS SLOW SPEED OR SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. THE FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE INCREASES WHEN THE VEHICLE'S AIR CONDITIONING HAS BEEN RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, I.E., WHILE EITHER PARKED OR I...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT MOVING. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED NORMALLY WHILE DRIVING AT AN AVERAGE SPEED. THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS COMING TO...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 783,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED HIS VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED AND HE WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN. THIS FAILURE HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE INCLUDING WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE LUNGED FOR...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. I HAVE NOTICED THESE LAST FEW DAYS IT HAS BEEN SURGING WHEN I AM ATTEMPTING TO PICK UP SPEED. TONIGHT JUST AFTER I TURNED IT ON IT PUTITSELF IN ENGINE SAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE FASTER THAN 5 MPH. IT WAS CHUGGING THE WHO...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 91,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT HAS STARTED JUMPING AND ACCELERATING ON IT OWN. AFTER IS DOES THIS THE CAR GOES INTO ENGINE FAILURE MODE OR CUTS OFF. IT HAS DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES. I DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE GOING THROUGH A DRIVE THROUGH BECAUSE THE CAR WILL START JUMPING. I STARTED LOOKING ONLIN...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 52,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL AWD. THE CAR LUNGES OUT OF PARK. HAPPENED ABOUT THREE TIMES IN THE LAST 30~ 60 DAYS THE CAR COMES TO A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. I HAVE TO SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART IT TO CLEAR THE FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL AWD. THE CAR LUNGES OUT OF PARK. HAPPENED ABOUT THREE TIMES IN THE LAST 30~ 60 DAYS THE CAR COMES TO A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE. I HAVE TO SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART IT TO CLEAR THE FAILSAFE MODE. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE WRENCH LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF; HOWEVER, WHEN IT WAS TURNED BACK ON, IT SURGED BACKWARDS WHEN IT WAS PLACED IN REVERSE GEAR. THE CON...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES FORWARD WHILE IDLING AT A STOP, MOVING AS SLOW SPEED OR SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. THE FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE INCREASES WHEN THE VEHICLE'S AIR CONDITIONING HAS BEEN RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, I.E., WHILE EITHER PARKED OR I...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE UNEXPECTEDLY SURGES FORWARD WHILE IDLING AT A STOP, MOVING AS SLOW SPEED OR SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. THE FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE INCREASES WHEN THE VEHICLE'S AIR CONDITIONING HAS BEEN RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, I.E., WHILE EITHER PARKED OR I...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT MOVING. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED NORMALLY WHILE DRIVING AT AN AVERAGE SPEED. THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS COMING TO...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 783,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED HIS VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING DEPRESSED AND HE WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN. THIS FAILURE HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE INCLUDING WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE LUNGED FOR...

Jul 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. I HAVE NOTICED THESE LAST FEW DAYS IT HAS BEEN SURGING WHEN I AM ATTEMPTING TO PICK UP SPEED. TONIGHT JUST AFTER I TURNED IT ON IT PUTITSELF IN ENGINE SAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE FASTER THAN 5 MPH. IT WAS CHUGGING THE WHO...

Jul 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 91,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT HAS STARTED JUMPING AND ACCELERATING ON IT OWN. AFTER IS DOES THIS THE CAR GOES INTO ENGINE FAILURE MODE OR CUTS OFF. IT HAS DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES. I DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE GOING THROUGH A DRIVE THROUGH BECAUSE THE CAR WILL START JUMPING. I STARTED LOOKING ONLIN...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,035 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 7/23/2011 LUNGED IN CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH AC ON AND FOOT LIFTING OFF BRAKE. WENT TO A GROCERY STORE AND WHILE PARKING SAME THING HAPPENED IN REVERSE AFTER IDLING WITH AC ON. SAT IN CAR IN PARKING SPOT WITH AC ON. (AIR TEMP OUTSIDE WAS 99) WHEN GOING TO LEAVE IT LUNGED AGAIN A...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 54,140 mi

CAR LUNGED WHILE IN REVERSE, HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKE HARD TO PREVENT BACKING INTO PARKED CARS. PUT CAR IN FORWARD, IT LUNGED 2 OR 3 TIMES AND STALLED OUT AS I APPLIED THE BRAKE HARD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT IN JULY OF LAST YEAR AN...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES (CAR JUMPS FORWARD AND GAS PEDAL DROPS WITH NO DRIVER ACTION) IN FIRST GEAR AND LOW TO NO RPM IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS MOST OFTEN OCCURS AT STOP LIGHTS, PARKING, AND EASING OUT OF PARKING. ALL OF THESE TIMES HAVE THE PROPENSITY TO CAUSE MINOR ACCIDENTS. IF IT DOES ...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train 94,114 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN MOVING IN RESERVE QUICKLY AS SOON AS THE CAR WAS PLACED IN REVERSE AND MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE. THIS HAPPENED LAST NIGHT AND THEN THE WRENCH(TRANSMISSION) LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE PREVIOUSLY HAD BEGAN REVVING VERY HIGH LIKE IT WAS POSSESSED WHILE DRIVING ON THE...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,563 mi

VEHICLE SURGES/LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE ENGAGING THE TRANSMISSION INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. APPLYING THE BRAKE HAS BEEN EFFECTIVE AT STOPPING HOWEVER, THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION AS IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND AGAIN QUITE UNEXPECTEDLY. VEHICLE HAS STALLED OUT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IN THE MIDDLE OF MOVI...

Jul 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 9,200 mi

FOR 4 YEARS THE CAR HAS SURGED WHEN PLACING THE CARE IN REVERSE, BUT I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. TWO DAYS AGO THE CAR SURGED FORWARD 3 TIMES AND I WAS INCHES FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND IT WAS FINE. YESTERDAY I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE ...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train 9,200 mi

FOR 4 YEARS THE CAR HAS SURGED WHEN PLACING THE CARE IN REVERSE, BUT I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. TWO DAYS AGO THE CAR SURGED FORWARD 3 TIMES AND I WAS INCHES FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND IT WAS FINE. YESTERDAY I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE ...

Jul 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 500 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO STOPS WHEN DRIVING IT DOWN THE ROAD. THE "WRENCH" LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE VEHICLE DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS......6 OR 7 TIMES PER 25 MIL...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 500 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO STOPS WHEN DRIVING IT DOWN THE ROAD. THE "WRENCH" LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE VEHICLE DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS......6 OR 7 TIMES PER 25 MIL...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 69,035 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 7/23/2011 LUNGED IN CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH AC ON AND FOOT LIFTING OFF BRAKE. WENT TO A GROCERY STORE AND WHILE PARKING SAME THING HAPPENED IN REVERSE AFTER IDLING WITH AC ON. SAT IN CAR IN PARKING SPOT WITH AC ON. (AIR TEMP OUTSIDE WAS 99) WHEN GOING TO LEAVE IT LUNGED AGAIN A...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 54,140 mi

CAR LUNGED WHILE IN REVERSE, HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKE HARD TO PREVENT BACKING INTO PARKED CARS. PUT CAR IN FORWARD, IT LUNGED 2 OR 3 TIMES AND STALLED OUT AS I APPLIED THE BRAKE HARD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT IN JULY OF LAST YEAR AN...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES (CAR JUMPS FORWARD AND GAS PEDAL DROPS WITH NO DRIVER ACTION) IN FIRST GEAR AND LOW TO NO RPM IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS MOST OFTEN OCCURS AT STOP LIGHTS, PARKING, AND EASING OUT OF PARKING. ALL OF THESE TIMES HAVE THE PROPENSITY TO CAUSE MINOR ACCIDENTS. IF IT DOES ...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train 94,114 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN MOVING IN RESERVE QUICKLY AS SOON AS THE CAR WAS PLACED IN REVERSE AND MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE. THIS HAPPENED LAST NIGHT AND THEN THE WRENCH(TRANSMISSION) LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE PREVIOUSLY HAD BEGAN REVVING VERY HIGH LIKE IT WAS POSSESSED WHILE DRIVING ON THE...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,563 mi

VEHICLE SURGES/LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE ENGAGING THE TRANSMISSION INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. APPLYING THE BRAKE HAS BEEN EFFECTIVE AT STOPPING HOWEVER, THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION AS IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND AGAIN QUITE UNEXPECTEDLY. VEHICLE HAS STALLED OUT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IN THE MIDDLE OF MOVI...

Jul 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 9,200 mi

FOR 4 YEARS THE CAR HAS SURGED WHEN PLACING THE CARE IN REVERSE, BUT I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. TWO DAYS AGO THE CAR SURGED FORWARD 3 TIMES AND I WAS INCHES FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND IT WAS FINE. YESTERDAY I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE ...

Jul 24, 2011 Power Train 9,200 mi

FOR 4 YEARS THE CAR HAS SURGED WHEN PLACING THE CARE IN REVERSE, BUT I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. TWO DAYS AGO THE CAR SURGED FORWARD 3 TIMES AND I WAS INCHES FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND IT WAS FINE. YESTERDAY I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE ...

Jul 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 500 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO STOPS WHEN DRIVING IT DOWN THE ROAD. THE "WRENCH" LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE VEHICLE DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS......6 OR 7 TIMES PER 25 MIL...

Jul 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 500 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP. IT ALSO STOPS WHEN DRIVING IT DOWN THE ROAD. THE "WRENCH" LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE VEHICLE DOES THIS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS......6 OR 7 TIMES PER 25 MIL...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,512 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGING FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. JUST OUT OF NO WHERE THE RPMS WILL SURE AND LUNG THE VEHICLE, I HAVE ALMOST CRASHED A FEW TIMES BECAUSE OF IT. I HAVE TRIED TO GET THIS PROBLEM LOOKED AT BY A MECHANIC BUT THERE COMPUTERS W...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 51,420 mi

ON 7/22/2011 FRIDAY, 5:30 PM MY VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED WITH 3RD ROW SEATING) WAS AT IDLE IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ON. I PLACED THE VEHICLE IN "R" REVERSE AND IT SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS VERY QUICKLY APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET. TWO PARKING LOT PEDESTRIANS COULD HAVE BEEN S...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,995 mi

TODAY ON 7/23/2011 MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STALLED WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. I RE-STARTED THE VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO THE PARKING LOT EXIT AND WAITED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN INTO TRAFFIC. WHILE I WAS STOPPED THE ENGINE REVVED TWICE AND THE CAR ATTEMPTED TO SURGE FORWARD INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC A...

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

CAR LUNGES (REVS UP TO HIGH RPM) WHEN TRYING TO PARK, WHEN BACKING OUT, WHEN AT LIGHTS. CAN BARELY HOLD CAR BY PUSHING VERY HARD ON BRAKE. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE BUT THERE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE ANY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT THERE IS AN ISSUE. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 94,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD SUDDENLY WHEN I STOPPED AND SOMETIMES WILL SPUTTER AND ENGINE LITE WILL COME ON AND WILL HAVE TO BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED TO GET TO RUN RIGHT IT IS GETTING WORSE AND MORE OFTEN. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 108,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN AT IDLE SPEED, PARTICULARLY WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD GEAR. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,202 mi

CAR WAS AT A FULL STOP AND ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN LUNGING FORWARD. LUCKILY I REACTED QUICK ENOUGH OR I WOULD HAVE HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. MY WIFE THOUGHT IT DID THE SAME THING EARLIER THIS WEEK BUT ONLY BRIEFLY. THIS IS REALLY DISCOURAGING BECAUSE I HAVE ALWAYS OWNED FORDS AND THIS VEHICLE IS DISSWAYI...

Jul 23, 2011 Equipment 103,000 mi

1. THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED, HAD TO BE REPLACED JUNE 2011. IT JUST GRADUALLY DID NOT COOL THE AIR AT ALL. FAN ON AC WORKED FINE, ALL CONTROLS AS WELL, JUST NO COOL AIR. $850. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD, MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN STARTING TO BACK UP. HAD VALVES CLEANED. WORKED TEMPORAR...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

1. THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED, HAD TO BE REPLACED JUNE 2011. IT JUST GRADUALLY DID NOT COOL THE AIR AT ALL. FAN ON AC WORKED FINE, ALL CONTROLS AS WELL, JUST NO COOL AIR. $850. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD, MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN STARTING TO BACK UP. HAD VALVES CLEANED. WORKED TEMPORAR...

Jul 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,522 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 3 INSTANCES OF UNINTENDED LURCHING WITH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER THE LURCHING OCCURRED, THERE WAS LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. TWO OUT OF THREE TIMES DAMAGE OR INJURY ALMOST OCCURRED AND WAS NARROWLY AVOIDED. ALL THREE TIMES THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE ...

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 59,000 mi

WHEN TURNING MY CAR ON AND SWITCHING FROM DIFFERENT GEARS, THE RPMS JUMP UP AND DOWN AND CAUSE THE CAR TO LUNGE EVEN WHILE HOLDING DOWN THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR 2 YEARS, BUT HAS MORE RECENTLY BEEN HAPPENING DAILY. I DID NOT TAKE IT TO GET REPAIRED YET, BUT WILL HAVE NO...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,512 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGING FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS. JUST OUT OF NO WHERE THE RPMS WILL SURE AND LUNG THE VEHICLE, I HAVE ALMOST CRASHED A FEW TIMES BECAUSE OF IT. I HAVE TRIED TO GET THIS PROBLEM LOOKED AT BY A MECHANIC BUT THERE COMPUTERS W...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 51,420 mi

ON 7/22/2011 FRIDAY, 5:30 PM MY VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED WITH 3RD ROW SEATING) WAS AT IDLE IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ON. I PLACED THE VEHICLE IN "R" REVERSE AND IT SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARDS VERY QUICKLY APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET. TWO PARKING LOT PEDESTRIANS COULD HAVE BEEN S...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,995 mi

TODAY ON 7/23/2011 MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STALLED WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. I RE-STARTED THE VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO THE PARKING LOT EXIT AND WAITED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN INTO TRAFFIC. WHILE I WAS STOPPED THE ENGINE REVVED TWICE AND THE CAR ATTEMPTED TO SURGE FORWARD INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC A...

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

CAR LUNGES (REVS UP TO HIGH RPM) WHEN TRYING TO PARK, WHEN BACKING OUT, WHEN AT LIGHTS. CAN BARELY HOLD CAR BY PUSHING VERY HARD ON BRAKE. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE BUT THERE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE ANY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT THERE IS AN ISSUE. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 94,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD SUDDENLY WHEN I STOPPED AND SOMETIMES WILL SPUTTER AND ENGINE LITE WILL COME ON AND WILL HAVE TO BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED TO GET TO RUN RIGHT IT IS GETTING WORSE AND MORE OFTEN. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 108,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN AT IDLE SPEED, PARTICULARLY WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, IN BOTH REVERSE AND FORWARD GEAR. *TR

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,202 mi

CAR WAS AT A FULL STOP AND ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN LUNGING FORWARD. LUCKILY I REACTED QUICK ENOUGH OR I WOULD HAVE HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. MY WIFE THOUGHT IT DID THE SAME THING EARLIER THIS WEEK BUT ONLY BRIEFLY. THIS IS REALLY DISCOURAGING BECAUSE I HAVE ALWAYS OWNED FORDS AND THIS VEHICLE IS DISSWAYI...

Jul 23, 2011 Equipment 103,000 mi

1. THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED, HAD TO BE REPLACED JUNE 2011. IT JUST GRADUALLY DID NOT COOL THE AIR AT ALL. FAN ON AC WORKED FINE, ALL CONTROLS AS WELL, JUST NO COOL AIR. $850. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD, MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN STARTING TO BACK UP. HAD VALVES CLEANED. WORKED TEMPORAR...

Jul 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 103,000 mi

1. THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED, HAD TO BE REPLACED JUNE 2011. IT JUST GRADUALLY DID NOT COOL THE AIR AT ALL. FAN ON AC WORKED FINE, ALL CONTROLS AS WELL, JUST NO COOL AIR. $850. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD, MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN STARTING TO BACK UP. HAD VALVES CLEANED. WORKED TEMPORAR...

Jul 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,522 mi

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 3 INSTANCES OF UNINTENDED LURCHING WITH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER THE LURCHING OCCURRED, THERE WAS LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. TWO OUT OF THREE TIMES DAMAGE OR INJURY ALMOST OCCURRED AND WAS NARROWLY AVOIDED. ALL THREE TIMES THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE ...

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 59,000 mi

WHEN TURNING MY CAR ON AND SWITCHING FROM DIFFERENT GEARS, THE RPMS JUMP UP AND DOWN AND CAUSE THE CAR TO LUNGE EVEN WHILE HOLDING DOWN THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR 2 YEARS, BUT HAS MORE RECENTLY BEEN HAPPENING DAILY. I DID NOT TAKE IT TO GET REPAIRED YET, BUT WILL HAVE NO...

Jul 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other

WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT SURGES AND I HAVE TO BE READY TO BRAKE OR CRASH INTO SOMETHING. FOLLOWING THE SURGE, THE ORANGE WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON AND I HAVE TO SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT, AND THEN IT WILL GO AWAY. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID...

Jul 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 115,000 mi

AFTER IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT, THE CAR LOST MOST OF ITS POWER WHEN RESUMING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION. HAVE HAD MANY SIMILAR ISSUES SINCE THIS INCIDENT WHERE THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD BY ITSELF WHEN THE BRAKE IS PARTIALLY DEPRESSED OR THE WHEN THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED THE ENGINE R...

Jul 22, 2011 Power Train 104,000 mi

THE CAR SURGES IN DRIVE OR REVERSE WITHOUT APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR. IT USUALLY HAPPENS AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. IT SEEMS WORSE WHEN THE ENGINE IS "COLD", BUT IT HAS ALSO HAPPENED AFTER THE CAR HAS REACHED OPERATING TEMPERATURE. THE ONLY SOLUTION HAS BEEN TO APPLY THE BREAK AND ATTEMPT ...

Jul 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 88,000 MILES AND I HAD TROUBLE WITH MY CAR LUNGING FORWARD THIS HAPPEN TO ME VERY BAD TODAY WHERE TRYING TO LEAVE A PARKING SPACE. I DID HAVE MY AIR CONDITIONING ON HIGH BECAUSE IT WAS 100 DEGREES IN THE MIDWEST. THE PROBLEM WAS THE WORST TODAY SINCE IT STARTED SEVER...

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAG...

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS INTERMITTENT LURCHES WHEN ACCELERATOR IS NOT BEING PRESSED. USUALLY FROM A COMPLETE STOP OR WHEN FIRST STARTED. HAD THROTTLE BODY REPLACED WHEN CAR HAD ABOUT 50,000 MILES AT A COST OF NEARLY $700 AND PROBLEM WENT AWAY. CAR NOW HAS 100,000 MILES ON ENGINE AND PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. FA...

Jul 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other

WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT SURGES AND I HAVE TO BE READY TO BRAKE OR CRASH INTO SOMETHING. FOLLOWING THE SURGE, THE ORANGE WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON AND I HAVE TO SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT, AND THEN IT WILL GO AWAY. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID...

Jul 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 115,000 mi

AFTER IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT, THE CAR LOST MOST OF ITS POWER WHEN RESUMING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION. HAVE HAD MANY SIMILAR ISSUES SINCE THIS INCIDENT WHERE THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD BY ITSELF WHEN THE BRAKE IS PARTIALLY DEPRESSED OR THE WHEN THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED THE ENGINE R...

Jul 22, 2011 Power Train 104,000 mi

THE CAR SURGES IN DRIVE OR REVERSE WITHOUT APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR. IT USUALLY HAPPENS AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. IT SEEMS WORSE WHEN THE ENGINE IS "COLD", BUT IT HAS ALSO HAPPENED AFTER THE CAR HAS REACHED OPERATING TEMPERATURE. THE ONLY SOLUTION HAS BEEN TO APPLY THE BREAK AND ATTEMPT ...

Jul 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other 88,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 88,000 MILES AND I HAD TROUBLE WITH MY CAR LUNGING FORWARD THIS HAPPEN TO ME VERY BAD TODAY WHERE TRYING TO LEAVE A PARKING SPACE. I DID HAVE MY AIR CONDITIONING ON HIGH BECAUSE IT WAS 100 DEGREES IN THE MIDWEST. THE PROBLEM WAS THE WORST TODAY SINCE IT STARTED SEVER...

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAG...

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS INTERMITTENT LURCHES WHEN ACCELERATOR IS NOT BEING PRESSED. USUALLY FROM A COMPLETE STOP OR WHEN FIRST STARTED. HAD THROTTLE BODY REPLACED WHEN CAR HAD ABOUT 50,000 MILES AT A COST OF NEARLY $700 AND PROBLEM WENT AWAY. CAR NOW HAS 100,000 MILES ON ENGINE AND PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. FA...

Jul 21, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED WAS SEPTEMBER 2010. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT WITH IN NASHVILLE TN. IT WAS HOT AND AC WAS RUNNING. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN REVERSE, I TOOK MY FOOT OFF BRAKE AND THE CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARD WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. ON THE DATE I REPORTED ABOVE SAME SITUATION, IN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THE ENGINE REVVED TO A VERY HIGH RPM. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR RE...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 8,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN NO PRESSURE WAS BEING APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE IN STOPPING THE VEHICLE DURING THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS WH...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,423 mi

TURNED THE VEHICLE ON AND IMMEDIATELY IT SURGED. THOUGHT IT WAS ME BUT THEN IT CONTINUED TO HAPPEN. SEEMS TO ONLY HAPPEN WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND/OR WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL ALL THE WAY. JUST STARTED HAPPENING THIS MONTH. TOOK THE MECHANIC TO CHECK, BUT HE COULD NO REPRODUCE ISSUE. I AM NOT ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 70,423 mi

TURNED THE VEHICLE ON AND IMMEDIATELY IT SURGED. THOUGHT IT WAS ME BUT THEN IT CONTINUED TO HAPPEN. SEEMS TO ONLY HAPPEN WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND/OR WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL ALL THE WAY. JUST STARTED HAPPENING THIS MONTH. TOOK THE MECHANIC TO CHECK, BUT HE COULD NO REPRODUCE ISSUE. I AM NOT ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE "SURGES" WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT MY CAR IS NOT MOVING. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR FOR FEAR IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD, OR BACKWARD, WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE PUT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM AFRAID TO LET ANYONE DRIVE THE CAR, EVEN WITH ME TELLING TH...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE "SURGES" WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT MY CAR IS NOT MOVING. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR FOR FEAR IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD, OR BACKWARD, WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE PUT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM AFRAID TO LET ANYONE DRIVE THE CAR, EVEN WITH ME TELLING TH...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT IDLE. COMMONLY HAPPENS WHEN BACKING UP OR MOVING FORWARD SLOWLY (IE, IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVING INTO A GARAGE). BECAUSE THIS IS OCCURRING AT IDLE SPEEDS SO FAR MY FOOT HAS BEEN EITHER ON THE BRAKE OR CLOSE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. HOWEVER THIS WILL ALSO HAPPEN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT IDLE. COMMONLY HAPPENS WHEN BACKING UP OR MOVING FORWARD SLOWLY (IE, IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVING INTO A GARAGE). BECAUSE THIS IS OCCURRING AT IDLE SPEEDS SO FAR MY FOOT HAS BEEN EITHER ON THE BRAKE OR CLOSE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. HOWEVER THIS WILL ALSO HAPPEN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 21, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED WAS SEPTEMBER 2010. I WAS IN A PARKING LOT WITH IN NASHVILLE TN. IT WAS HOT AND AC WAS RUNNING. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN REVERSE, I TOOK MY FOOT OFF BRAKE AND THE CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARD WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. ON THE DATE I REPORTED ABOVE SAME SITUATION, IN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THE ENGINE REVVED TO A VERY HIGH RPM. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR RE...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 8,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN NO PRESSURE WAS BEING APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE IN STOPPING THE VEHICLE DURING THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS WH...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,423 mi

TURNED THE VEHICLE ON AND IMMEDIATELY IT SURGED. THOUGHT IT WAS ME BUT THEN IT CONTINUED TO HAPPEN. SEEMS TO ONLY HAPPEN WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND/OR WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL ALL THE WAY. JUST STARTED HAPPENING THIS MONTH. TOOK THE MECHANIC TO CHECK, BUT HE COULD NO REPRODUCE ISSUE. I AM NOT ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 70,423 mi

TURNED THE VEHICLE ON AND IMMEDIATELY IT SURGED. THOUGHT IT WAS ME BUT THEN IT CONTINUED TO HAPPEN. SEEMS TO ONLY HAPPEN WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE AND/OR WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL ALL THE WAY. JUST STARTED HAPPENING THIS MONTH. TOOK THE MECHANIC TO CHECK, BUT HE COULD NO REPRODUCE ISSUE. I AM NOT ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE "SURGES" WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT MY CAR IS NOT MOVING. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR FOR FEAR IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD, OR BACKWARD, WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE PUT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM AFRAID TO LET ANYONE DRIVE THE CAR, EVEN WITH ME TELLING TH...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE "SURGES" WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT MY CAR IS NOT MOVING. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR FOR FEAR IT WILL LUNGE FORWARD, OR BACKWARD, WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE PUT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM AFRAID TO LET ANYONE DRIVE THE CAR, EVEN WITH ME TELLING TH...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT IDLE. COMMONLY HAPPENS WHEN BACKING UP OR MOVING FORWARD SLOWLY (IE, IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVING INTO A GARAGE). BECAUSE THIS IS OCCURRING AT IDLE SPEEDS SO FAR MY FOOT HAS BEEN EITHER ON THE BRAKE OR CLOSE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. HOWEVER THIS WILL ALSO HAPPEN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN AT IDLE. COMMONLY HAPPENS WHEN BACKING UP OR MOVING FORWARD SLOWLY (IE, IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIVING INTO A GARAGE). BECAUSE THIS IS OCCURRING AT IDLE SPEEDS SO FAR MY FOOT HAS BEEN EITHER ON THE BRAKE OR CLOSE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. HOWEVER THIS WILL ALSO HAPPEN...

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,380 mi

WE HAVE AN 2005 FREESTYLE. MY WIFE WAS PICKING UP OUR GRANDSON FROM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ON 7/19/2011. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN OVER SOME OTHER KIDS CROSSING OVER THE ROAD IN FRONT OF HER. THE CROSSING GUARD FRANTICALLY WAVED HIS ARMS FOR MY WIFE TO STOP WHICH SHE WAS TRYING TO DO. BY ...

Jul 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 21, 2011 Power Train 9,900 mi

MY CAR LURCHES FORWARD IF MY FOOT IS NOT FULLY ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN I BEGIN TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS NOW ON. I WAS RUNNING MY AC IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER THIS LAST TIME. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 52,386 mi

MY VEHICLE WILL JUMP AHEAD AT DIFFERENT TIMES. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN GEAR. IT LUNGES VERY QUICKLY SO YOU HAVE TO BE AWARE IF IT AT ALL TIMES. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT TOOK ME BY SURPRISE IT JUMPED AHEAD SO QUICKLY. I HAVE NOTICED LATELY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 52,386 mi

MY VEHICLE WILL JUMP AHEAD AT DIFFERENT TIMES. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN GEAR. IT LUNGES VERY QUICKLY SO YOU HAVE TO BE AWARE IF IT AT ALL TIMES. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT TOOK ME BY SURPRISE IT JUMPED AHEAD SO QUICKLY. I HAVE NOTICED LATELY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHILE PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY OR PARKING LOT. THIS HAPPENS QUITE FREQUENTLY WHILE THE CAR IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND EVEN CAUSED THE FRONT END TO LUNGE INTO A CONCRETE WALL OF A PARKING GARAGE CAUSING MINIMAL DAMAGE BEFORE THE BRAKES COULD BE...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train Crash

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHILE PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY OR PARKING LOT. THIS HAPPENS QUITE FREQUENTLY WHILE THE CAR IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND EVEN CAUSED THE FRONT END TO LUNGE INTO A CONCRETE WALL OF A PARKING GARAGE CAUSING MINIMAL DAMAGE BEFORE THE BRAKES COULD BE...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE CHANGING GEARS FROM PARK TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CONTACT APPLIED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND OVER TIME OCCURRED...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND MORE FREQUENTLY WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,500 AND THE CUR...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 92,000 mi

STARTED CAR, PUT IT IN REVERSE, CAR LUNGED. NOT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS DONE THIS. EACH TIME THE LUNGE, EITHER IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HAPPENS WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. IT JUST ABOUT ALWAYS STARTS WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED OR MOVED INTO GEAR AFTER IDLING. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

STARTED CAR, PUT IT IN REVERSE, CAR LUNGED. NOT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS DONE THIS. EACH TIME THE LUNGE, EITHER IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HAPPENS WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. IT JUST ABOUT ALWAYS STARTS WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED OR MOVED INTO GEAR AFTER IDLING. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 52,386 mi

MY VEHICLE WILL JUMP AHEAD AT DIFFERENT TIMES. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN GEAR. IT LUNGES VERY QUICKLY SO YOU HAVE TO BE AWARE IF IT AT ALL TIMES. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT TOOK ME BY SURPRISE IT JUMPED AHEAD SO QUICKLY. I HAVE NOTICED LATELY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 52,386 mi

MY VEHICLE WILL JUMP AHEAD AT DIFFERENT TIMES. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN GEAR. IT LUNGES VERY QUICKLY SO YOU HAVE TO BE AWARE IF IT AT ALL TIMES. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT TOOK ME BY SURPRISE IT JUMPED AHEAD SO QUICKLY. I HAVE NOTICED LATELY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHILE PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY OR PARKING LOT. THIS HAPPENS QUITE FREQUENTLY WHILE THE CAR IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND EVEN CAUSED THE FRONT END TO LUNGE INTO A CONCRETE WALL OF A PARKING GARAGE CAUSING MINIMAL DAMAGE BEFORE THE BRAKES COULD BE...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train Crash

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL LUNGE AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHILE PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY OR PARKING LOT. THIS HAPPENS QUITE FREQUENTLY WHILE THE CAR IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND EVEN CAUSED THE FRONT END TO LUNGE INTO A CONCRETE WALL OF A PARKING GARAGE CAUSING MINIMAL DAMAGE BEFORE THE BRAKES COULD BE...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE CHANGING GEARS FROM PARK TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CONTACT APPLIED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND OVER TIME OCCURRED...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND MORE FREQUENTLY WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,500 AND THE CUR...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 122,438 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, IT HAPPENS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND I MUST STOMP THE BRAKE TO STOP IT. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. TODAY A "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" MESSAGE CAME ON. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 92,000 mi

STARTED CAR, PUT IT IN REVERSE, CAR LUNGED. NOT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS DONE THIS. EACH TIME THE LUNGE, EITHER IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HAPPENS WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. IT JUST ABOUT ALWAYS STARTS WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED OR MOVED INTO GEAR AFTER IDLING. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

STARTED CAR, PUT IT IN REVERSE, CAR LUNGED. NOT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS DONE THIS. EACH TIME THE LUNGE, EITHER IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HAPPENS WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. IT JUST ABOUT ALWAYS STARTS WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED OR MOVED INTO GEAR AFTER IDLING. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,101 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN SURGING FORWARD WHEN I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP & THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH HAS SHOWN UP. I HAVE 4 KIDS & THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THEM IN THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY & IT IS VERY SCARY TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY & TRY TO GET TO THE SHO...

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,209 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY SURGES IN FORWARD AN REVERSE. I HAVE FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE SAYING IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN FIRST SHIFTING OUT OF PARK TO REVERSE OR FORWARD. HAPPENS EVEN MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR IS ON. IT IS VERY DISAPPOINTING T...

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 102,209 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY SURGES IN FORWARD AN REVERSE. I HAVE FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE SAYING IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN FIRST SHIFTING OUT OF PARK TO REVERSE OR FORWARD. HAPPENS EVEN MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR IS ON. IT IS VERY DISAPPOINTING T...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED (PULLING INTO/IDLING IN A DRIVEWAY). WE WERE ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED (PULLING INTO/IDLING IN A DRIVEWAY). WE WERE ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 212,000 mi

WHEN GO TO BACK IT LUNGES BACK AND IF YOU ARE SITTING IN TRAFFIC IT WILL LUNGES FORWARD AND THEN STALL OUT OR DIE AND THE RPMS GO UP REAL HIGH. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. I AM EXPERIENCING ENGINE SURGES (SUDDEN ACCELERATION) ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A FORD DEALER WHERE THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS AND BLAMED IT ON ENGINE LOAD FROM THE AC SYSTEMS. WHILE I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENTS YET I HAVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BEE...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,209 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY SURGES IN FORWARD AN REVERSE. I HAVE FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE SAYING IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN FIRST SHIFTING OUT OF PARK TO REVERSE OR FORWARD. HAPPENS EVEN MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR IS ON. IT IS VERY DISAPPOINTING T...

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 102,209 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY SURGES IN FORWARD AN REVERSE. I HAVE FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE SAYING IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN FIRST SHIFTING OUT OF PARK TO REVERSE OR FORWARD. HAPPENS EVEN MORE OFTEN WHEN AIR IS ON. IT IS VERY DISAPPOINTING T...

Jul 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED (PULLING INTO/IDLING IN A DRIVEWAY). WE WERE ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. *KB

Jul 19, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN LURCHING FORWARD WHEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED (PULLING INTO/IDLING IN A DRIVEWAY). WE WERE ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

I PURCHASED AT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN 2006. MY VEHICLE NOW HAS 88,800 MILES ON IT AS OF 07/18/11. OVER THE PAST YEAR MY VEHICLE HAS BEGAN ACCELERATING WHEN I SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. MY FOOT IS ALWAYS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. RECENTLY, I HAVE BEEN TURNING THE A/C ON LOW AND ...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

I PURCHASED AT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN 2006. MY VEHICLE NOW HAS 88,800 MILES ON IT AS OF 07/18/11. OVER THE PAST YEAR MY VEHICLE HAS BEGAN ACCELERATING WHEN I SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. MY FOOT IS ALWAYS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. RECENTLY, I HAVE BEEN TURNING THE A/C ON LOW AND ...

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 105,500 mi

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A SURGE IN THE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AT A LOW SPEED AND ALSO WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, NEUTRAL, REVERSE & PARK. THE SURGE OF THE ENGINE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE FORWARD OR REARWARD (DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR IS SELECTED) AND WHEN PUT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK A SHARP INCREASE IN EN...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,500 mi

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A SURGE IN THE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AT A LOW SPEED AND ALSO WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, NEUTRAL, REVERSE & PARK. THE SURGE OF THE ENGINE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE FORWARD OR REARWARD (DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR IS SELECTED) AND WHEN PUT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK A SHARP INCREASE IN EN...

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 106,300 mi

THE VEHICLES CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 114,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY AND IS WORSE IN THE WARMER MONTHS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS WITH MY VEHICLE. THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION CAUSED MY FREESTYLE TO SHUT DOWN AND GO INT...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 114,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY AND IS WORSE IN THE WARMER MONTHS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS WITH MY VEHICLE. THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION CAUSED MY FREESTYLE TO SHUT DOWN AND GO INT...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 161,000 mi

WHILE IDLING MY FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE WITHOUT MY FOOT BEING ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM ALWAYS AFRAID TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WHILE IDLING JUST WAITING FOR THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Equipment 84,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THAT HAS AN A/C ISSUE. AS I HAVE DONE SOME ONLINE RESEARCH THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS. IT DOESN'T STAY COOL WHEN THE CAR IDLES. NEITHER DOES IT COOL THE CAR DOWN IN THE 90-100 DEGREE WEATHER. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID IT WOULD COST $1100 TO REPLACE THE COM...

Jul 18, 2011 Equipment 84,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THAT HAS AN A/C ISSUE. AS I HAVE DONE SOME ONLINE RESEARCH THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS. IT DOESN'T STAY COOL WHEN THE CAR IDLES. NEITHER DOES IT COOL THE CAR DOWN IN THE 90-100 DEGREE WEATHER. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID IT WOULD COST $1100 TO REPLACE THE COM...

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

I PURCHASED AT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN 2006. MY VEHICLE NOW HAS 88,800 MILES ON IT AS OF 07/18/11. OVER THE PAST YEAR MY VEHICLE HAS BEGAN ACCELERATING WHEN I SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. MY FOOT IS ALWAYS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. RECENTLY, I HAVE BEEN TURNING THE A/C ON LOW AND ...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

I PURCHASED AT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN 2006. MY VEHICLE NOW HAS 88,800 MILES ON IT AS OF 07/18/11. OVER THE PAST YEAR MY VEHICLE HAS BEGAN ACCELERATING WHEN I SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR. MY FOOT IS ALWAYS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. RECENTLY, I HAVE BEEN TURNING THE A/C ON LOW AND ...

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 105,500 mi

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A SURGE IN THE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AT A LOW SPEED AND ALSO WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, NEUTRAL, REVERSE & PARK. THE SURGE OF THE ENGINE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE FORWARD OR REARWARD (DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR IS SELECTED) AND WHEN PUT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK A SHARP INCREASE IN EN...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,500 mi

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A SURGE IN THE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AT A LOW SPEED AND ALSO WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, NEUTRAL, REVERSE & PARK. THE SURGE OF THE ENGINE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE FORWARD OR REARWARD (DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR IS SELECTED) AND WHEN PUT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK A SHARP INCREASE IN EN...

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 106,300 mi

THE VEHICLES CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Power Train 114,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY AND IS WORSE IN THE WARMER MONTHS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS WITH MY VEHICLE. THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION CAUSED MY FREESTYLE TO SHUT DOWN AND GO INT...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 114,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY AND IS WORSE IN THE WARMER MONTHS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS WITH MY VEHICLE. THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION CAUSED MY FREESTYLE TO SHUT DOWN AND GO INT...

Jul 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 161,000 mi

WHILE IDLING MY FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE WITHOUT MY FOOT BEING ON THE GAS PEDAL. I AM ALWAYS AFRAID TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WHILE IDLING JUST WAITING FOR THE CAR TO JUMP FORWARD. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Equipment 84,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THAT HAS AN A/C ISSUE. AS I HAVE DONE SOME ONLINE RESEARCH THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS. IT DOESN'T STAY COOL WHEN THE CAR IDLES. NEITHER DOES IT COOL THE CAR DOWN IN THE 90-100 DEGREE WEATHER. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID IT WOULD COST $1100 TO REPLACE THE COM...

Jul 18, 2011 Equipment 84,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE 2005 THAT HAS AN A/C ISSUE. AS I HAVE DONE SOME ONLINE RESEARCH THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS. IT DOESN'T STAY COOL WHEN THE CAR IDLES. NEITHER DOES IT COOL THE CAR DOWN IN THE 90-100 DEGREE WEATHER. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID IT WOULD COST $1100 TO REPLACE THE COM...

Jul 17, 2011 Power Train

CAR UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES WHEN SITTING AT IDLE POSITION ON HOT DAYS WITH A/C WORKING HARD. DOES SO IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOST CONCERNED WHILE SITTING IN CAR POOL LINE AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON HOT DAYS. KIDS WALK IN FRONT OF CAR FREQUENTLY AND THIS LUNGING CAN BE RATHER DRAMATIC AT TIMES. OCCURS QUIT...

Jul 17, 2011 Power Train

CAR UNEXPECTEDLY LUNGES WHEN SITTING AT IDLE POSITION ON HOT DAYS WITH A/C WORKING HARD. DOES SO IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOST CONCERNED WHILE SITTING IN CAR POOL LINE AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON HOT DAYS. KIDS WALK IN FRONT OF CAR FREQUENTLY AND THIS LUNGING CAN BE RATHER DRAMATIC AT TIMES. OCCURS QUIT...

Jul 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 77,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LTD/ HAS EXPERIENCED IDLE SURGES SEVERAL TIMES IN PAST 2 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. THE MOST RECENT OCCURANCE ON 7-15-2011. *TT

Jul 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN BACKING UP OR GOING FORWARDS. THE PROBLEM IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN CONSISTENTLY WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT FOR DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE, AND IT IS UNPREDICTABLE AND DANGEROUS. PRESSING THE BRAKES WILL STOP TH...

Jul 16, 2011 Power Train 77,334 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE IN LINE AT THE DRIVE THROUGH AND WAS LURCHING FORWARD. THEN ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD THEY INFORMED I NEEDED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. *TT

Jul 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 77,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LTD/ HAS EXPERIENCED IDLE SURGES SEVERAL TIMES IN PAST 2 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. THE MOST RECENT OCCURANCE ON 7-15-2011. *TT

Jul 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN BACKING UP OR GOING FORWARDS. THE PROBLEM IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN CONSISTENTLY WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT FOR DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE, AND IT IS UNPREDICTABLE AND DANGEROUS. PRESSING THE BRAKES WILL STOP TH...

Jul 16, 2011 Power Train 77,334 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE IN LINE AT THE DRIVE THROUGH AND WAS LURCHING FORWARD. THEN ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD THEY INFORMED I NEEDED A NEW THROTTLE BODY. *TT

Jul 15, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - WHEN FIRST PUTTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES OR "REVS" UP AS IF IT IS GOING TO TAKE OFF. PLACING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR HAVING THE AIR CONDITIONER OFF OR ON LOW SEEMS TO HELP SOMEWHAT. IN AT LEAST ONE INCIDENT, THE CAR HAS GONE INTO AN "ENGI...

Jul 15, 2011 Equipment

OUR A/C COMPRESSOR RECENTLY WENT BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. WE WERE TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT FORD DEALERSHIPS THAT THIS WAS ONE KNOWN PROBLEM WITH FORD FREESTYLES; THE SECOND BEING A LUNGING OR LURCHING PROBLEM THAT INVOLVES THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH I HAVE ALSO FILED A COMPLAINT FOR THIS ISSUE. WE WE...

Jul 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO EXIT A DRIVEWAY AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SURGED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT CRASHED THROUGH A FENCE AND DID NOT STOP UNTIL CRASHING INTO ANOTHER VE...

Jul 15, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - WHEN FIRST PUTTING MY CAR INTO GEAR, EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES OR "REVS" UP AS IF IT IS GOING TO TAKE OFF. PLACING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR HAVING THE AIR CONDITIONER OFF OR ON LOW SEEMS TO HELP SOMEWHAT. IN AT LEAST ONE INCIDENT, THE CAR HAS GONE INTO AN "ENGI...

Jul 15, 2011 Equipment

OUR A/C COMPRESSOR RECENTLY WENT BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. WE WERE TOLD BY TWO DIFFERENT FORD DEALERSHIPS THAT THIS WAS ONE KNOWN PROBLEM WITH FORD FREESTYLES; THE SECOND BEING A LUNGING OR LURCHING PROBLEM THAT INVOLVES THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH I HAVE ALSO FILED A COMPLAINT FOR THIS ISSUE. WE WE...

Jul 15, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO EXIT A DRIVEWAY AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SURGED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT CRASHED THROUGH A FENCE AND DID NOT STOP UNTIL CRASHING INTO ANOTHER VE...

Jul 14, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 75,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PERIODICALLY LURCHES FORWARD OR BACKWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, FROM PARK TO DRIVE, REVERSE TO DRIVE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. WHEN THIS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION OCCURS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ALMOST A DAI...

Jul 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PERIODICALLY LURCHES FORWARD OR BACKWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, FROM PARK TO DRIVE, REVERSE TO DRIVE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. WHEN THIS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION OCCURS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ALMOST A DAI...

Jul 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD, AND WHILE TURNING TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CURB AND FIRE HYDRANT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED, BUT NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ...

Jul 14, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 75,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PERIODICALLY LURCHES FORWARD OR BACKWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, FROM PARK TO DRIVE, REVERSE TO DRIVE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. WHEN THIS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION OCCURS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ALMOST A DAI...

Jul 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PERIODICALLY LURCHES FORWARD OR BACKWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, FROM PARK TO DRIVE, REVERSE TO DRIVE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. WHEN THIS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION OCCURS THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ALMOST A DAI...

Jul 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD, AND WHILE TURNING TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CURB AND FIRE HYDRANT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED, BUT NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ...

Jul 13, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LURCHING AT LOW SPEEDS & AT IDLE. IT IS OCCURRING WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND DRIVE. MY WIFE AND I HAVE TO MAKE SURE WE ARE PUSHING DOWN ON THE BRAKE HARD TO PREVENT THE LURCH FROM HITTING ANYTHING. IT IS ALSO LURCHING WHILE IDLING AT RED LIGHTS AS WELL. THIS PROBL...

Jul 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING THE VEHICLE LUNGES SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY WITHOUT HAVING FOOT APPLIED TO GAS PEDAL. THIS HAPPENS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE, AT LOW SPEEDS. THE RPM INDICATOR CLIMBS HIGH WHEN THIS IS OCCURRING. THE ONLY SOLUTION SEEMS TO BE KEEPING FOOT APPLIED TO BRAKE AT ALL TIMES...

Jul 13, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LURCHING AT LOW SPEEDS & AT IDLE. IT IS OCCURRING WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND DRIVE. MY WIFE AND I HAVE TO MAKE SURE WE ARE PUSHING DOWN ON THE BRAKE HARD TO PREVENT THE LURCH FROM HITTING ANYTHING. IT IS ALSO LURCHING WHILE IDLING AT RED LIGHTS AS WELL. THIS PROBL...

Jul 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING THE VEHICLE LUNGES SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY WITHOUT HAVING FOOT APPLIED TO GAS PEDAL. THIS HAPPENS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE, AT LOW SPEEDS. THE RPM INDICATOR CLIMBS HIGH WHEN THIS IS OCCURRING. THE ONLY SOLUTION SEEMS TO BE KEEPING FOOT APPLIED TO BRAKE AT ALL TIMES...

Jul 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

1- THE ENGINE CRADLE TOTALLY RUSTED OUT REPLACEMENT EST. 3,000.00 . DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED 2-THE HOOD IS PITTED DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED EST.1000.00 3- RADIATOR COOLANT TUBE MADE FROM STEEL RUSTED OUT AND COOLANT LEAKED . EST 250.00 4-DOOR LATCHES FAIL IN COLD WEATHER DOOR WILL NOT STAY CLOSED ...

Jul 12, 2011 Structure 52,000 mi

1- THE ENGINE CRADLE TOTALLY RUSTED OUT REPLACEMENT EST. 3,000.00 . DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED 2-THE HOOD IS PITTED DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED EST.1000.00 3- RADIATOR COOLANT TUBE MADE FROM STEEL RUSTED OUT AND COOLANT LEAKED . EST 250.00 4-DOOR LATCHES FAIL IN COLD WEATHER DOOR WILL NOT STAY CLOSED ...

Jul 12, 2011 Power Train 110,350 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL SLIGHTLY ACCELARATE (OR LUNGE) WHEN IDLING AND FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN VEHICLE IS FIRST STARTED AND/OR AT VERY LOW SPEEDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE VEHICLE IS DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TT

Jul 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

1- THE ENGINE CRADLE TOTALLY RUSTED OUT REPLACEMENT EST. 3,000.00 . DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED 2-THE HOOD IS PITTED DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED EST.1000.00 3- RADIATOR COOLANT TUBE MADE FROM STEEL RUSTED OUT AND COOLANT LEAKED . EST 250.00 4-DOOR LATCHES FAIL IN COLD WEATHER DOOR WILL NOT STAY CLOSED ...

Jul 12, 2011 Structure 52,000 mi

1- THE ENGINE CRADLE TOTALLY RUSTED OUT REPLACEMENT EST. 3,000.00 . DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED 2-THE HOOD IS PITTED DEALER SAYS NOT COVERED EST.1000.00 3- RADIATOR COOLANT TUBE MADE FROM STEEL RUSTED OUT AND COOLANT LEAKED . EST 250.00 4-DOOR LATCHES FAIL IN COLD WEATHER DOOR WILL NOT STAY CLOSED ...

Jul 12, 2011 Power Train 110,350 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL SLIGHTLY ACCELARATE (OR LUNGE) WHEN IDLING AND FOOT IS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN VEHICLE IS FIRST STARTED AND/OR AT VERY LOW SPEEDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE VEHICLE IS DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TT

Jul 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 89,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE PERIODICALLY LUNGES WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHEN I SLOW DOWN TO STOP OR PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM A FEW TIMES OVER THE PAST COUPLE YEARS, BUT IT SEEMS LIKE IT IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I AM UNSURE IF RUNNING MY AIRCONDITIONING H...

Jul 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AND THE CAR LUNGES WHEN GOING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE PROBLEM SEEMS WORSE WHEN THE AC IS ON. *TT

Jul 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 89,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE PERIODICALLY LUNGES WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, USUALLY WHEN I SLOW DOWN TO STOP OR PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM A FEW TIMES OVER THE PAST COUPLE YEARS, BUT IT SEEMS LIKE IT IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY. I AM UNSURE IF RUNNING MY AIRCONDITIONING H...

Jul 11, 2011 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AND THE CAR LUNGES WHEN GOING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE PROBLEM SEEMS WORSE WHEN THE AC IS ON. *TT

Jul 10, 2011 Unknown Or Other 148,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARALLEL PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO COLLIDE WITH THE CAR BEHIND ME. I HAVE HAD OVER 10 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR HAS ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. TODAY WHEN IT HAPPENED THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS...

Jul 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 148,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARALLEL PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO COLLIDE WITH THE CAR BEHIND ME. I HAVE HAD OVER 10 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR HAS ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. TODAY WHEN IT HAPPENED THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS...

Jul 10, 2011 Unknown Or Other 148,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARALLEL PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO COLLIDE WITH THE CAR BEHIND ME. I HAVE HAD OVER 10 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR HAS ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. TODAY WHEN IT HAPPENED THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS...

Jul 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 148,000 mi

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARALLEL PARK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO COLLIDE WITH THE CAR BEHIND ME. I HAVE HAD OVER 10 INCIDENTS WHERE MY CAR HAS ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. TODAY WHEN IT HAPPENED THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS...

Jul 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,125 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS HAD INCREASING PROBLEMS WITH UNEXPECTED LUNGING. THIS HAS OCCURED NUMEROUS TIMES WHEN PARKED OR STOPPED. USUALLY I CAN PRESS THE BRAKES AND CONTROL THE MOVEMENT. RECENTLY, HOWEVER, I WAS IN A LONG LINE OF CARS LEAVING A MULTISTORIED PARKING GARAGAE ON JULY 3RD OF THIS Y...

Jul 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,499 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING AFTER I PUT IT IN REVERSE AS TO BACK UP IN THE PARKING LOT. IT LUNGES VERY FAST AND FORCIBLY SO THAT IF I DO NOT HAVE A STRONG HOLD ON THE BRAKE IT WILL MOVE. IT ALSO HAPPENS IN FORWARD POSITION IF I AM NOT MOVING OR MOVING VERY SLOWLY SAY IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIV...

Jul 9, 2011 Fuel System, Other 90,499 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING AFTER I PUT IT IN REVERSE AS TO BACK UP IN THE PARKING LOT. IT LUNGES VERY FAST AND FORCIBLY SO THAT IF I DO NOT HAVE A STRONG HOLD ON THE BRAKE IT WILL MOVE. IT ALSO HAPPENS IN FORWARD POSITION IF I AM NOT MOVING OR MOVING VERY SLOWLY SAY IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIV...

Jul 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 73,125 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS HAD INCREASING PROBLEMS WITH UNEXPECTED LUNGING. THIS HAS OCCURED NUMEROUS TIMES WHEN PARKED OR STOPPED. USUALLY I CAN PRESS THE BRAKES AND CONTROL THE MOVEMENT. RECENTLY, HOWEVER, I WAS IN A LONG LINE OF CARS LEAVING A MULTISTORIED PARKING GARAGAE ON JULY 3RD OF THIS Y...

Jul 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,499 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING AFTER I PUT IT IN REVERSE AS TO BACK UP IN THE PARKING LOT. IT LUNGES VERY FAST AND FORCIBLY SO THAT IF I DO NOT HAVE A STRONG HOLD ON THE BRAKE IT WILL MOVE. IT ALSO HAPPENS IN FORWARD POSITION IF I AM NOT MOVING OR MOVING VERY SLOWLY SAY IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIV...

Jul 9, 2011 Fuel System, Other 90,499 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS SURGING AFTER I PUT IT IN REVERSE AS TO BACK UP IN THE PARKING LOT. IT LUNGES VERY FAST AND FORCIBLY SO THAT IF I DO NOT HAVE A STRONG HOLD ON THE BRAKE IT WILL MOVE. IT ALSO HAPPENS IN FORWARD POSITION IF I AM NOT MOVING OR MOVING VERY SLOWLY SAY IN A PARKING LOT OR DRIV...

Jul 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS FIRMLY ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON FIVE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE...

Jul 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS FIRMLY ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON FIVE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE...

Jul 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING TO A TRAFFIC STOP AND WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT HE HAD NEVER HEARD OF THE FAILURE DESCRIBED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE F...

Jul 7, 2011 Power Train 73,000 mi

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAD TO TOW THIS CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP DUE TO TRANSMISSION ISSUES. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT $6,000.00 ON THE TRANSMISSION AND THEN IT LUNGES WHILE BACKING UP AND I HAVE TO TAKE IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN. IT IS VERY SCARY TO DRIVE THIS CAR WHEN IT DOES THIS. THEY HAVE THE NER...

Jul 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING TO A TRAFFIC STOP AND WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT HE HAD NEVER HEARD OF THE FAILURE DESCRIBED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE F...

Jul 7, 2011 Power Train 73,000 mi

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAD TO TOW THIS CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP DUE TO TRANSMISSION ISSUES. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT $6,000.00 ON THE TRANSMISSION AND THEN IT LUNGES WHILE BACKING UP AND I HAVE TO TAKE IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN. IT IS VERY SCARY TO DRIVE THIS CAR WHEN IT DOES THIS. THEY HAVE THE NER...

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

CAR IS SURGING WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. WORSE WITH THE A/C ON. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE BUT INSTEAD, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE ALSO RECURRED WHILE IN REVERSE WHERE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS....

Jul 6, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,050 mi

THE FREESTYLE SUDDEN-ACCELERATION INCIDENTS OCCUR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EITHER IDLING OR TRAVELING AT A LOW SPEED. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING WIFE NEARLY HIT SOMEONE ON A BIKE. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS EXPERIENCING SUDDEN ACCELERATION. WE FIRST EXPERIENCED THE PROBLEM SOON AFTER PURCHASE, BUT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS CLEANED (OR SO WE WERE TOLD) AND THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY UNTIL RECENTLY. NOW IT DOES IT FREQUENTLY AND WITH A NEW DRIVER IN THE FAMILY WE ARE FEARFUL ABOUT THE SAFET...

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

CAR IS SURGING WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. WORSE WITH THE A/C ON. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE BUT INSTEAD, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE ALSO RECURRED WHILE IN REVERSE WHERE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS....

Jul 6, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,050 mi

THE FREESTYLE SUDDEN-ACCELERATION INCIDENTS OCCUR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EITHER IDLING OR TRAVELING AT A LOW SPEED. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE LUNGING WIFE NEARLY HIT SOMEONE ON A BIKE. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS EXPERIENCING SUDDEN ACCELERATION. WE FIRST EXPERIENCED THE PROBLEM SOON AFTER PURCHASE, BUT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS CLEANED (OR SO WE WERE TOLD) AND THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY UNTIL RECENTLY. NOW IT DOES IT FREQUENTLY AND WITH A NEW DRIVER IN THE FAMILY WE ARE FEARFUL ABOUT THE SAFET...

Jul 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS A...

Jul 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 11,000 mi

WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE OR REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT THE ENGINE WILL "REV" AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF I HAD PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT MY FOOT WAS APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 2005 AT APPROXIMATELY 11,000 MILES BUT THE LATEST ...

Jul 5, 2011 Power Train 11,000 mi

WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE OR REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT THE ENGINE WILL "REV" AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF I HAD PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT MY FOOT WAS APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 2005 AT APPROXIMATELY 11,000 MILES BUT THE LATEST ...

Jul 5, 2011 Power Train 88,500 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN VEHICLE: AFTER DRIVING 200 MILES I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN I HAD A SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN THE VEHICLE. I HAD MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WITH NO CONTACT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE TURN WAS A 180 DEGREE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE. (90 INTO DRIVEWAY THEN CONTINUO...

Jul 5, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS A...

Jul 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 11,000 mi

WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE OR REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT THE ENGINE WILL "REV" AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF I HAD PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT MY FOOT WAS APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 2005 AT APPROXIMATELY 11,000 MILES BUT THE LATEST ...

Jul 5, 2011 Power Train 11,000 mi

WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE OR REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT THE ENGINE WILL "REV" AND THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD AS IF I HAD PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT MY FOOT WAS APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 2005 AT APPROXIMATELY 11,000 MILES BUT THE LATEST ...

Jul 5, 2011 Power Train 88,500 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN VEHICLE: AFTER DRIVING 200 MILES I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN I HAD A SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN THE VEHICLE. I HAD MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WITH NO CONTACT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE TURN WAS A 180 DEGREE TURN INTO THE PARKING SPACE. (90 INTO DRIVEWAY THEN CONTINUO...

Jul 4, 2011 Electrical System 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,000 mi

FOR MONTHS, CAR HAS SURGED FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON GEAR. ALTHOUGH A LITTLE FRIGHTENING, IT HAS BEEN EASILY STOPPED BY APPLYING THE BREAK FIRMLY. ON JUNE 27, 2011, THE ENGINE UNEXPECTEDLY REVVED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE IN PARK, NO ONE IN DRIVER SEAT. LAST SUMMER A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED, PROB...

Jul 4, 2011 Electrical System 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

OUR FREESTYLE HAS EXPERIENCED MILD BUT WORSENING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR TWO YEARS NOW, BUT IT WAS ALWAYS "MILD" AND DID NOT CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD EVEN WHEN THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS HARD ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN WE HAD A NEW PROBLEM: NO COLD AIR FROM THE AC AT IDLE. WE RESPONDED (6/11) TO ...

Jul 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 111,000 mi

FOR MONTHS, CAR HAS SURGED FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON GEAR. ALTHOUGH A LITTLE FRIGHTENING, IT HAS BEEN EASILY STOPPED BY APPLYING THE BREAK FIRMLY. ON JUNE 27, 2011, THE ENGINE UNEXPECTEDLY REVVED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE IN PARK, NO ONE IN DRIVER SEAT. LAST SUMMER A/C COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED, PROB...

Jul 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AT SLOW SPEEDS WITH THE A/C RUNNING SUCH AS WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. THIS ALSO COULD OCCUR WHILE DRIVING IN A DRIVE-THRU LANE WITH A/C ON. I CAN ALSO GET THIS TO HAPPEN AT A STOP LIGHT OR SIGN BY JUST TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT...

Jul 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CAR OCCASIONALLY LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AT SLOW SPEEDS WITH THE A/C RUNNING SUCH AS WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. THIS ALSO COULD OCCUR WHILE DRIVING IN A DRIVE-THRU LANE WITH A/C ON. I CAN ALSO GET THIS TO HAPPEN AT A STOP LIGHT OR SIGN BY JUST TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT...

Jul 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 168,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LURCHES FORWARD WITHOUT ANY ACCELERATOR INPUT OR WARNING. I AM SURE THAT IT IS GOING TO CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY. THIS STARTED AT ABOUT 140,000 MILES THE FIRST TIME, AND IS GETTING WORSE. VERY DANGEROUS EVENT WHEN IT HAPPENS. FROM WHAT I GATHER FROM OTHERS ON LINE IT IS A ...

Jul 2, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 168,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LURCHES FORWARD WITHOUT ANY ACCELERATOR INPUT OR WARNING. I AM SURE THAT IT IS GOING TO CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY. THIS STARTED AT ABOUT 140,000 MILES THE FIRST TIME, AND IS GETTING WORSE. VERY DANGEROUS EVENT WHEN IT HAPPENS. FROM WHAT I GATHER FROM OTHERS ON LINE IT IS A ...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. DURING THE FAILURES, THE ENGINE WOULD REV UNTIL THE TACOMETER DISPLAYED A READING OF 5,000 ROTATIONS PER MINUTE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHO...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. AN ENGINE SAFE MODE ALSO BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE O...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGE WHILE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. LUCKILY NOTHING HAS BEEN DAMAGED AND NO ONE HAS BEEN INJURED. I HAVE NOTICED THAT IT USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. ALSO I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES TRYING TO GET MY VEHICLE OUT OF PARK. I AM HAVING PROB...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 15,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. DURING THE FAILURES, THE ENGINE WOULD REV UNTIL THE TACOMETER DISPLAYED A READING OF 5,000 ROTATIONS PER MINUTE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHO...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. AN ENGINE SAFE MODE ALSO BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE O...

Jul 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGE WHILE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. LUCKILY NOTHING HAS BEEN DAMAGED AND NO ONE HAS BEEN INJURED. I HAVE NOTICED THAT IT USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. ALSO I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES TRYING TO GET MY VEHICLE OUT OF PARK. I AM HAVING PROB...

Jun 30, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

AS I WAS PREPARING TO TURN, THE CAR SURGED FORWARD CONTINUOUSLY. I PRESSED THE BRAKE AS HARD AS POSSIBLE AND THE SURGE CONTINUED, WHICH WAS DANGEROUS, AS I ALMOST HIT A PEDESTRIAN. I PUT IT IN PARK AND THE SURGE CONTINUED, AS IT DID AFTER I PUT IT BACK IN DRIVE TO GET THE BEAST INTO THE PARKING GARA...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 82,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. WE NEED TO FIRMLY PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO STOP IT WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS! AT THIS POINT, THE ENGINE STALLS. IT SEEMS CLEAR THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO A MALFUNCTIONING THROTTLE BODY. THIS IS NOT SAFE AND THERE NEEDS TO ...

Jun 30, 2011 Power Train 82,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. WE NEED TO FIRMLY PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO STOP IT WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS! AT THIS POINT, THE ENGINE STALLS. IT SEEMS CLEAR THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO A MALFUNCTIONING THROTTLE BODY. THIS IS NOT SAFE AND THERE NEEDS TO ...

Jun 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,545 mi

MY WIFE AND I JUST BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 2005 MODEL. THE VEHICLE JERKS AND LUNGES WHEN OUR FOOT IS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. WE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE BOUGHT IT AND THEY SENT IT OUT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. THE CLAIM THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG AND GAVE IT BACK TO US. THE CAR...

Jun 30, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

AS I WAS PREPARING TO TURN, THE CAR SURGED FORWARD CONTINUOUSLY. I PRESSED THE BRAKE AS HARD AS POSSIBLE AND THE SURGE CONTINUED, WHICH WAS DANGEROUS, AS I ALMOST HIT A PEDESTRIAN. I PUT IT IN PARK AND THE SURGE CONTINUED, AS IT DID AFTER I PUT IT BACK IN DRIVE TO GET THE BEAST INTO THE PARKING GARA...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 82,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. WE NEED TO FIRMLY PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO STOP IT WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS! AT THIS POINT, THE ENGINE STALLS. IT SEEMS CLEAR THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO A MALFUNCTIONING THROTTLE BODY. THIS IS NOT SAFE AND THERE NEEDS TO ...

Jun 30, 2011 Power Train 82,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS LUNGING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. WE NEED TO FIRMLY PRESS ON THE BRAKES TO STOP IT WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS! AT THIS POINT, THE ENGINE STALLS. IT SEEMS CLEAR THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO A MALFUNCTIONING THROTTLE BODY. THIS IS NOT SAFE AND THERE NEEDS TO ...

Jun 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,545 mi

MY WIFE AND I JUST BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 2005 MODEL. THE VEHICLE JERKS AND LUNGES WHEN OUR FOOT IS NOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. WE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE BOUGHT IT AND THEY SENT IT OUT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. THE CLAIM THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG AND GAVE IT BACK TO US. THE CAR...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE IN REVERSE OR SPORADICALLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. THE VE...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN A DRIVE THROUGH LINE WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, SHE NOTICED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD. THE ENGINE FAILED WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE OCCASIONALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN RE...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,800 AND THE CURR...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE IN REVERSE OR SPORADICALLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. THE VE...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN A DRIVE THROUGH LINE WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, SHE NOTICED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD. THE ENGINE FAILED WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE OCCASIONALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN RE...

Jun 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,800 AND THE CURR...

Jun 28, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN SHE NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICL...

Jun 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 155,635 mi

CAR LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AT SLOW SPEEDS ESPECIALLY WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACES WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. CAR STALLS AFTER IDLING RESTARTS IN FAILSAFE MODE CAR THEN ACCELERATES VERY SLOW WITH UNEXPECTED LUNGES CAR ALSO STALLS AFTER REVERSING. THIS MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH A/C I HAVE NOT HAD AS MANY FAI...

Jun 28, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN SHE NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICL...

Jun 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 155,635 mi

CAR LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AT SLOW SPEEDS ESPECIALLY WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACES WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. CAR STALLS AFTER IDLING RESTARTS IN FAILSAFE MODE CAR THEN ACCELERATES VERY SLOW WITH UNEXPECTED LUNGES CAR ALSO STALLS AFTER REVERSING. THIS MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH A/C I HAVE NOT HAD AS MANY FAI...

Jun 27, 2011 Power Train 83,205 mi

VEHICLE REVS UP WHEN TURNING INTO A TIGHT PARKING SPACE. FEELS LIKE A SURGE WHICH REQUIRES FASTER THAN NORMAL BRAKING TO STOP. THE CAR DOES STOP BUT IT FEELS LIKE THE CAR SUDDENLY HAS SOMEONE ON THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE AT THE SAME TIME FOR A MOMENT OR TWO. *TR

Jun 27, 2011 Power Train 83,205 mi

VEHICLE REVS UP WHEN TURNING INTO A TIGHT PARKING SPACE. FEELS LIKE A SURGE WHICH REQUIRES FASTER THAN NORMAL BRAKING TO STOP. THE CAR DOES STOP BUT IT FEELS LIKE THE CAR SUDDENLY HAS SOMEONE ON THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE AT THE SAME TIME FOR A MOMENT OR TWO. *TR

Jun 26, 2011 Fuel System, Other 102,000 mi

FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SURGES AS IF THE GAS HAS BEEN PRESSED REALLY HARD EVEN THOUGH THE PEDAL HAS NOT BEEN PRESSED AT ALL. THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Jun 26, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

SITTING AT STOP LIGHT, ENGINE SURGES AND LURCHES INTO "FAIL SAFE" MODE. CAR SLIPS OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND LIMPS TO A STOP. HAS OCCURED MULTIPLE TIMES, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER. TAKEN CAR INTO MULTIPLE SHOPS, HAVE NEVER RECEIVED CONSISTENT ANSWER. ANSWERS RANGE FROM TRANSMISSION FAI...

Jun 26, 2011 Power Train 90,000 mi

SITTING AT STOP LIGHT, ENGINE SURGES AND LURCHES INTO "FAIL SAFE" MODE. CAR SLIPS OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND LIMPS TO A STOP. HAS OCCURED MULTIPLE TIMES, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER. TAKEN CAR INTO MULTIPLE SHOPS, HAVE NEVER RECEIVED CONSISTENT ANSWER. ANSWERS RANGE FROM TRANSMISSION FAI...

Jun 26, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. I HAD MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD ALMOST TWO FEET. I PULLED INTO A RESTAURANT AND IT DID THE SAME THING AT THE DRIVE THRU WINDOW. IT THEN SHUT OFF AND WHEN I TURNED IT BACK ON IT WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. TOOK TO FORD DEALE...

Jun 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

I AM EXPERIENCING A SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHEN IDLING, PARKING, AND PLACING THE CAR IN REVERSE THAT RESULTS IN THE CAR LUNGING FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. TODAY FOR THE FIRST TIME WHEN THE CAR WAS PUT INTO REVERSE, THE CAR ACCELERATED,...

Jun 26, 2011 Fuel System, Other 102,000 mi

FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SURGES AS IF THE GAS HAS BEEN PRESSED REALLY HARD EVEN THOUGH THE PEDAL HAS NOT BEEN PRESSED AT ALL. THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Jun 26, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

SITTING AT STOP LIGHT, ENGINE SURGES AND LURCHES INTO "FAIL SAFE" MODE. CAR SLIPS OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND LIMPS TO A STOP. HAS OCCURED MULTIPLE TIMES, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER. TAKEN CAR INTO MULTIPLE SHOPS, HAVE NEVER RECEIVED CONSISTENT ANSWER. ANSWERS RANGE FROM TRANSMISSION FAI...

Jun 26, 2011 Power Train 90,000 mi

SITTING AT STOP LIGHT, ENGINE SURGES AND LURCHES INTO "FAIL SAFE" MODE. CAR SLIPS OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND LIMPS TO A STOP. HAS OCCURED MULTIPLE TIMES, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER. TAKEN CAR INTO MULTIPLE SHOPS, HAVE NEVER RECEIVED CONSISTENT ANSWER. ANSWERS RANGE FROM TRANSMISSION FAI...

Jun 26, 2011 Power Train 50,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. I HAD MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD ALMOST TWO FEET. I PULLED INTO A RESTAURANT AND IT DID THE SAME THING AT THE DRIVE THRU WINDOW. IT THEN SHUT OFF AND WHEN I TURNED IT BACK ON IT WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. TOOK TO FORD DEALE...

Jun 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

I AM EXPERIENCING A SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHEN IDLING, PARKING, AND PLACING THE CAR IN REVERSE THAT RESULTS IN THE CAR LUNGING FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. TODAY FOR THE FIRST TIME WHEN THE CAR WAS PUT INTO REVERSE, THE CAR ACCELERATED,...

Jun 25, 2011 Power Train 77,050 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL WITH JUST OVER 77,000 MILES. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH MY VEHICLE LUNGING AT LOW SPEEDS (DRIVING FORWARD AND REVERSE) AND ONE TIME WHERE IT LUNGED, STALLED AND ENTERED INTO SAFE MODE WHILE BACKING UP. THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS ON DURING THE INCIDENTS. I USE ...

Jun 25, 2011 Power Train 77,050 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL WITH JUST OVER 77,000 MILES. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH MY VEHICLE LUNGING AT LOW SPEEDS (DRIVING FORWARD AND REVERSE) AND ONE TIME WHERE IT LUNGED, STALLED AND ENTERED INTO SAFE MODE WHILE BACKING UP. THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS ON DURING THE INCIDENTS. I USE ...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED. AS PRESSURE WA REMOVED FROM THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE AT LEAST FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTE...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV UNTIL IT WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK AND SHUT OFF. DURING THE FAILURE, THE ENGINE FAIL...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WITH NORMAL DRIVING, THIS VEHICLE WILL SURGE IN SPEED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND DRIVE. I WILL BE IN A PARKING LOT OR MY HOME GARAGE AND START THE ENGINE, PLACE CAR IN REVERSE, AND THE CAR WILL IMMEDIATELY SURGE IN SPEED IF MY FOOT IS NOT FIRMLY PLACED ON THE BRAKE. THIS...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED. AS PRESSURE WA REMOVED FROM THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE AT LEAST FIVE TIMES. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTE...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV UNTIL IT WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK AND SHUT OFF. DURING THE FAILURE, THE ENGINE FAIL...

Jun 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WITH NORMAL DRIVING, THIS VEHICLE WILL SURGE IN SPEED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND DRIVE. I WILL BE IN A PARKING LOT OR MY HOME GARAGE AND START THE ENGINE, PLACE CAR IN REVERSE, AND THE CAR WILL IMMEDIATELY SURGE IN SPEED IF MY FOOT IS NOT FIRMLY PLACED ON THE BRAKE. THIS...

Jun 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ON A VERY HOT DAY 95 DEGREES OUT WITH THE A/C ON HIGH WAS PUT INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARDS AND WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME IN SAFETY MODE. MY WIFE SAYS IT HAPPENED A FEW TIMES TO HER ALSO. THE UPPER MOTOR MOUNT ON THE ENGINE HAS ...

Jun 22, 2011 Structure 51,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ON A VERY HOT DAY 95 DEGREES OUT WITH THE A/C ON HIGH WAS PUT INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARDS AND WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME IN SAFETY MODE. MY WIFE SAYS IT HAPPENED A FEW TIMES TO HER ALSO. THE UPPER MOTOR MOUNT ON THE ENGINE HAS ...

Jun 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR USED FROM FORD DEALER AND BOUGHT EXTENDED WARRANTY. EXPERIENCED CAR ACCELERATING OR LUNGING AS CAR WAS SHIFTED TO REVERSE WITH FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. TOOK IT TO DEALER UNDER WARRANTY AND REPAIRS WERE MADE. IT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. NOW WE ARE OUT OF THE WARRANTY AND IT IS G...

Jun 22, 2011 Power Train 128,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. NEEDED TO STOMP BRAKES TO PREVENT CRASHING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE IN THE PAST MONTH. LURCHING STOPS IF CAR IS TURNED OFF FOR A WHILE. *TR

Jun 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ON A VERY HOT DAY 95 DEGREES OUT WITH THE A/C ON HIGH WAS PUT INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARDS AND WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME IN SAFETY MODE. MY WIFE SAYS IT HAPPENED A FEW TIMES TO HER ALSO. THE UPPER MOTOR MOUNT ON THE ENGINE HAS ...

Jun 22, 2011 Structure 51,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ON A VERY HOT DAY 95 DEGREES OUT WITH THE A/C ON HIGH WAS PUT INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR SURGED BACKWARDS AND WENT INTO SAFETY MODE. HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME IN SAFETY MODE. MY WIFE SAYS IT HAPPENED A FEW TIMES TO HER ALSO. THE UPPER MOTOR MOUNT ON THE ENGINE HAS ...

Jun 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR USED FROM FORD DEALER AND BOUGHT EXTENDED WARRANTY. EXPERIENCED CAR ACCELERATING OR LUNGING AS CAR WAS SHIFTED TO REVERSE WITH FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE. TOOK IT TO DEALER UNDER WARRANTY AND REPAIRS WERE MADE. IT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. NOW WE ARE OUT OF THE WARRANTY AND IT IS G...

Jun 22, 2011 Power Train 128,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE. NEEDED TO STOMP BRAKES TO PREVENT CRASHING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE IN THE PAST MONTH. LURCHING STOPS IF CAR IS TURNED OFF FOR A WHILE. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 67,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHEN SHIFTING GEARS AND THEN STALL. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED A FILTER IN THE VEHICLE BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,00...

Jun 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,824 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE ERROR MESSAGE. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFEC...

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 43,824 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE ERROR MESSAGE. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFEC...

Jun 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 67,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNG FORWARD WHEN SHIFTING GEARS AND THEN STALL. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED A FILTER IN THE VEHICLE BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,00...

Jun 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,824 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE ERROR MESSAGE. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFEC...

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 43,824 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FAIL SAFE MODE ERROR MESSAGE. THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFEC...

Jun 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SLOWING DOWN OR CHANGING GEARS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. SHE ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED AND IN ORDER FOR THE WARNING LIGHT TO SHUT OFF THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY OFF. THE VE...

Jun 20, 2011 Equipment 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SLOWING DOWN OR CHANGING GEARS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. SHE ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED AND IN ORDER FOR THE WARNING LIGHT TO SHUT OFF THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY OFF. THE VE...

Jun 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH AND WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SPORADICALLY. THE FAILURE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Jun 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 130,793 mi

INCIDENT HAPPENED WHILE ON VACATION IN ANOTHER STATE. CAR WAS IDLING WITH AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING FOR APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES, UPON SHIFTING GEAR INTO REVERSE AND BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, CAR SURGED INTO REVERSE WITHOUT FOOT ACCELERATING THE PETAL. DRIVER BRAKED AND CAR STALLED. CAR RESTART...

Jun 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVES A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND IT HAS A TENDENCY TO LUNGE FORWARD WHEN PUT INTO DRIVE, WITHOUT HER FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. SHE KEEPS HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE, BUT IT STILL LUNGES. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHEN SHE PUTS THE CAR IN REVERSE. I DROVE THE CAR SATURDAY AND EXPERIENCED IT FOR MYSELF. I FEE...

Jun 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SLOWING DOWN OR CHANGING GEARS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. SHE ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED AND IN ORDER FOR THE WARNING LIGHT TO SHUT OFF THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY OFF. THE VE...

Jun 20, 2011 Equipment 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SLOWING DOWN OR CHANGING GEARS THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. SHE ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED AND IN ORDER FOR THE WARNING LIGHT TO SHUT OFF THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY OFF. THE VE...

Jun 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH AND WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SPORADICALLY. THE FAILURE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Jun 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 130,793 mi

INCIDENT HAPPENED WHILE ON VACATION IN ANOTHER STATE. CAR WAS IDLING WITH AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING FOR APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES, UPON SHIFTING GEAR INTO REVERSE AND BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, CAR SURGED INTO REVERSE WITHOUT FOOT ACCELERATING THE PETAL. DRIVER BRAKED AND CAR STALLED. CAR RESTART...

Jun 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVES A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND IT HAS A TENDENCY TO LUNGE FORWARD WHEN PUT INTO DRIVE, WITHOUT HER FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. SHE KEEPS HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE, BUT IT STILL LUNGES. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHEN SHE PUTS THE CAR IN REVERSE. I DROVE THE CAR SATURDAY AND EXPERIENCED IT FOR MYSELF. I FEE...

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 74K MILES. A FEW MONTHS AGO I NOTICED THAT WHILE SHIFTING FROM P TO D OR R WITH THE FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL THE CAR WOULD LUNGE FORWARD/BACKWARD WITH ENOUGH FORCE THAT IT WOULD MOVE A FOOT OR TWO. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES BUT INTERMITTENTLY. THE LAST TIME THE WRE...

Jun 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 66,000 mi

CAR LUNGES UP TO TEN FEET WHEN MY FOOT IN NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSING THE PROBLEM.THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES AND HAS CAUSED ME TO ALMOST HAVE ACCIDENTS. THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO RECALLS, HOWEVER, ACCORDING TO YOUR WEBSITE OVER 238 COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN ...

Jun 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,000 mi

AFTER STARTING CAR AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR FORWARD OR REVERSE CAR WILL SURGE. CONTACTED FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD NO RECALL. MILEAGE 105,000 STARTED AT 102,000. *TR

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 102,000 mi

AFTER STARTING CAR AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR FORWARD OR REVERSE CAR WILL SURGE. CONTACTED FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD NO RECALL. MILEAGE 105,000 STARTED AT 102,000. *TR

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 74K MILES. A FEW MONTHS AGO I NOTICED THAT WHILE SHIFTING FROM P TO D OR R WITH THE FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL THE CAR WOULD LUNGE FORWARD/BACKWARD WITH ENOUGH FORCE THAT IT WOULD MOVE A FOOT OR TWO. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES BUT INTERMITTENTLY. THE LAST TIME THE WRE...

Jun 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 66,000 mi

CAR LUNGES UP TO TEN FEET WHEN MY FOOT IN NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSING THE PROBLEM.THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES AND HAS CAUSED ME TO ALMOST HAVE ACCIDENTS. THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO RECALLS, HOWEVER, ACCORDING TO YOUR WEBSITE OVER 238 COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN ...

Jun 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,000 mi

AFTER STARTING CAR AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR FORWARD OR REVERSE CAR WILL SURGE. CONTACTED FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD NO RECALL. MILEAGE 105,000 STARTED AT 102,000. *TR

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 102,000 mi

AFTER STARTING CAR AND PUTTING IT IN GEAR FORWARD OR REVERSE CAR WILL SURGE. CONTACTED FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD NO RECALL. MILEAGE 105,000 STARTED AT 102,000. *TR

Jun 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED AND SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT A LOWER SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR LOCAL MECHANIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN, BUT THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 117,000.

Jun 17, 2011 Power Train Crash 65,000 mi

WHILE GOING ABOUT 75MPH ON INTERSTATE I459, MY FORD FREESTYLE SLOWED DOWN ACCORDING TO THE DRIVER BEHIND ME AND I WAS REAR ENDED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN DUE TO TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.

Jun 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

SOMETIMES WHEN PUTTING THE CAR IN GEAR FROM PARK THE MOTOR SURGES. ALSO IT SURGES WHEN STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN OR WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY LATELY.

Jun 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED AND SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT A LOWER SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR LOCAL MECHANIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN, BUT THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 117,000.

Jun 17, 2011 Power Train Crash 65,000 mi

WHILE GOING ABOUT 75MPH ON INTERSTATE I459, MY FORD FREESTYLE SLOWED DOWN ACCORDING TO THE DRIVER BEHIND ME AND I WAS REAR ENDED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN DUE TO TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.

Jun 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

SOMETIMES WHEN PUTTING THE CAR IN GEAR FROM PARK THE MOTOR SURGES. ALSO IT SURGES WHEN STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN OR WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY LATELY.

Jun 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN PLACED INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,000. UPDATE...

Jun 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD FROM STAND STILL OR WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Jun 16, 2011 Unknown Or Other 145,950 mi

MY WIFE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH HER FOOT LIGHTLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD, CAUSING HER TO PRESS HARD ON THE BRAKES. THE CAR DID STOP, BUT IT ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN THE NEXT PARKING SPACE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS CAR HAS DISPLAYED THIS PROBLEM. OUR DAUGHTER W...

Jun 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN PLACED INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,000. UPDATE...

Jun 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD FROM STAND STILL OR WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Jun 16, 2011 Unknown Or Other 145,950 mi

MY WIFE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH HER FOOT LIGHTLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CAR LUNGED FORWARD, CAUSING HER TO PRESS HARD ON THE BRAKES. THE CAR DID STOP, BUT IT ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN THE NEXT PARKING SPACE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS CAR HAS DISPLAYED THIS PROBLEM. OUR DAUGHTER W...

Jun 15, 2011 Power Train 76,000 mi

STOPPED AFTER DRIVING A LONG DISTANCE (6 HOURS) ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY TO PURCHASE A CUP OF COFFEE AND AFTER PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPOT MY CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHILE STOPPED. MY FOOT WAS DIRECTLY ON THE BRAKE AND I PUSHED EVEN HARDER ON THE BRAKE AND MY DAUGHTER CHECKED MY FOOT LOCATION AS WELL. I WA...

Jun 15, 2011 Power Train 76,000 mi

STOPPED AFTER DRIVING A LONG DISTANCE (6 HOURS) ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY TO PURCHASE A CUP OF COFFEE AND AFTER PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPOT MY CAR LUNGED FORWARD WHILE STOPPED. MY FOOT WAS DIRECTLY ON THE BRAKE AND I PUSHED EVEN HARDER ON THE BRAKE AND MY DAUGHTER CHECKED MY FOOT LOCATION AS WELL. I WA...

Jun 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,000 mi

WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE THE ENGINE WILL REV AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS MUCH WORSE WITH THE AC ON, BUT DOES IT AT ANY TIME. IT HAS RECENTLY STARTING DOING THIS AFTER COMING TO A STOP WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WILL THEN SHUT OFF AND GO INTO ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND...

Jun 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE THE ENGINE WILL REV AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS MUCH WORSE WITH THE AC ON, BUT DOES IT AT ANY TIME. IT HAS RECENTLY STARTING DOING THIS AFTER COMING TO A STOP WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WILL THEN SHUT OFF AND GO INTO ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND...

Jun 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,000 mi

WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE THE ENGINE WILL REV AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS MUCH WORSE WITH THE AC ON, BUT DOES IT AT ANY TIME. IT HAS RECENTLY STARTING DOING THIS AFTER COMING TO A STOP WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WILL THEN SHUT OFF AND GO INTO ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND...

Jun 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE THE ENGINE WILL REV AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. IT IS MUCH WORSE WITH THE AC ON, BUT DOES IT AT ANY TIME. IT HAS RECENTLY STARTING DOING THIS AFTER COMING TO A STOP WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WILL THEN SHUT OFF AND GO INTO ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE AND...

Jun 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,370 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SURGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THEY ADVISED HER THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS T...

Jun 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE WHEN IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAI...

Jun 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE WHEN IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAI...

Jun 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS SOME ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN IT IDLE AND AT SLOW SPEED FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL ACCELERATE IT SELF SPECIALLY WHEN USING THE AC AND ALSO WHEN THE FRONT WHEELS ARE TURNED. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR AND FORD SERVICE CENTER CLAIMS...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 55,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS SOME ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN IT IDLE AND AT SLOW SPEED FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL ACCELERATE IT SELF SPECIALLY WHEN USING THE AC AND ALSO WHEN THE FRONT WHEELS ARE TURNED. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR AND FORD SERVICE CENTER CLAIMS...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, IN FORWARD AND REVERSE, WITHOUT ME INITIATING IT! THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO REAR END CARS WHEN PARKING IN PARKING LOTS, AND WHEN STOPPING AT STOP LIGHTS! THIS SCARES ME TO DEATH! I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS CAR USED, NOW I SEE WHY THE PR...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 20,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD LURCH FORWARD OR BACKWARD IF MY FOOT WAS NOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WHEN IDLING OR SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THIS IS ESPECIALLY PROBLEMATIC WHEN THE AC IS ON.. *TR

Jun 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,370 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SURGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THEY ADVISED HER THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS T...

Jun 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE WHEN IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAI...

Jun 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE WHEN IN DRIVE OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAI...

Jun 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS SOME ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN IT IDLE AND AT SLOW SPEED FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL ACCELERATE IT SELF SPECIALLY WHEN USING THE AC AND ALSO WHEN THE FRONT WHEELS ARE TURNED. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR AND FORD SERVICE CENTER CLAIMS...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 55,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS SOME ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHEN IT IDLE AND AT SLOW SPEED FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL ACCELERATE IT SELF SPECIALLY WHEN USING THE AC AND ALSO WHEN THE FRONT WHEELS ARE TURNED. IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR AND FORD SERVICE CENTER CLAIMS...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS, IN FORWARD AND REVERSE, WITHOUT ME INITIATING IT! THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO REAR END CARS WHEN PARKING IN PARKING LOTS, AND WHEN STOPPING AT STOP LIGHTS! THIS SCARES ME TO DEATH! I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS CAR USED, NOW I SEE WHY THE PR...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 20,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD LURCH FORWARD OR BACKWARD IF MY FOOT WAS NOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE WHEN IDLING OR SHIFTING INTO GEAR. THIS IS ESPECIALLY PROBLEMATIC WHEN THE AC IS ON.. *TR

Jun 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-DROVE INTO PARKING LOT TO PICKUP FRIENDS WAITING. PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND CAR LUNGED FORWARD WITH MY FOOT ON BRAKE JUMPING SEVERAL FEET FORWARD THEN ENGINE STALLED. RESTARTED WHILE IN MIDDLE OF PARKING LOT TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, AND REPEATED ABOVE STALLED AND LUNGED, AGAIN AND AGAIN A...

Jun 11, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-DROVE INTO PARKING LOT TO PICKUP FRIENDS WAITING. PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND CAR LUNGED FORWARD WITH MY FOOT ON BRAKE JUMPING SEVERAL FEET FORWARD THEN ENGINE STALLED. RESTARTED WHILE IN MIDDLE OF PARKING LOT TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, AND REPEATED ABOVE STALLED AND LUNGED, AGAIN AND AGAIN A...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE STOPPED WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,600 mi

TWO INCIDENTS OCCURRED ON HE SAME DAY. FIRST TIME, I WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY HOME WAITING FOR MY WIFE TO COME OUT OF THE HOUSE. THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I WAS IDLING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ON. THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED BACKWARDS ABOUT 12-24 INCHES. MY FOOT WAS NOT O...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL LUNGES/SURGES WHEN PARKED OR AT LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL REV UP TO 3-4,000 RPM AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST JUMP EVEN WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. WHEN AC IS RUNNING, IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN. IF BRAKES ARE APPLIED 100% IT WILL MOVE AND IT'S WORSE IN REVERSE. HAS ALMOST CAU...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE STOPPED WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,600 mi

TWO INCIDENTS OCCURRED ON HE SAME DAY. FIRST TIME, I WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY HOME WAITING FOR MY WIFE TO COME OUT OF THE HOUSE. THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I WAS IDLING WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ON. THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED BACKWARDS ABOUT 12-24 INCHES. MY FOOT WAS NOT O...

Jun 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL LUNGES/SURGES WHEN PARKED OR AT LOW SPEEDS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. IT WILL REV UP TO 3-4,000 RPM AND VEHICLE WILL ALMOST JUMP EVEN WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. WHEN AC IS RUNNING, IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN. IF BRAKES ARE APPLIED 100% IT WILL MOVE AND IT'S WORSE IN REVERSE. HAS ALMOST CAU...

Jun 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WAITING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. SHE HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER ON WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT ...

Jun 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO SURGE UNTIL PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THA...

Jun 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WAITING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. SHE HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER ON WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT ...

Jun 9, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO SURGE UNTIL PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THA...

Jun 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY AS IF IT WERE GOING TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT WOUL...

Jun 8, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY AS IF IT WERE GOING TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT WOUL...

Jun 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 22,043 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN A/C IS ON IN HOT WEATHER AT IDLE SPEED. PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON A REGULAR BASIS(20-30 TIMES) EACH SUMMER FOR THE LAST 4-5 YEARS. WE HAVE HAD IT IN THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND MADE MANY, MANY PHONE CALLS. ONE REPAIR IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE THOTTLE BODY. IT HA...

Jun 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 107,000 mi

CAR LURCHING FORWARD WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE AND GOING DEAD WHILE DRIVING STATED IN FEB BUT IS NOW WORSE WITH THE HEAT. *TR

Jun 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 22,043 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN A/C IS ON IN HOT WEATHER AT IDLE SPEED. PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON A REGULAR BASIS(20-30 TIMES) EACH SUMMER FOR THE LAST 4-5 YEARS. WE HAVE HAD IT IN THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND MADE MANY, MANY PHONE CALLS. ONE REPAIR IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE THOTTLE BODY. IT HA...

Jun 7, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 107,000 mi

CAR LURCHING FORWARD WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE AND GOING DEAD WHILE DRIVING STATED IN FEB BUT IS NOW WORSE WITH THE HEAT. *TR

Jun 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL EXHIBITED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE. VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABOUT 2 FEET WHILE MOVING FOOT FROM ACCELERATOR TO BRAKE. ENGINE SPEED RETURNED TO IDLE ONCE BRAKE WAS APPLIED. *TR

Jun 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL EXHIBITED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE. VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD ABOUT 2 FEET WHILE MOVING FOOT FROM ACCELERATOR TO BRAKE. ENGINE SPEED RETURNED TO IDLE ONCE BRAKE WAS APPLIED. *TR

Jun 5, 2011 Power Train 106,300 mi

VEHICLE IS SURGING AT LOW IDLE. LAST NIGHT I HAD TO PRESS VERY FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE TO AVOID BEING FORCED INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC WHILE EXITING A PARKING LOT. ANOTHER TIME I HAD TO BRAKE VERY HARD TO AVOID HITTING THE STEEL SECURITY GATE WHILE EXITING MY WORK PARKING GARAGE. I HAS HAPPENED ON OTHER...

Jun 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING INTO REVERSE 1. EVENTS TO MAKE IT HAPPEN: PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE RAPIDLY 2. OCCURS WHETHER OR NOT THE ENGINE IS HOT, BUT USUALLY THE WEATHER IS WARM. 3. WHEN FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM IN 2008, WAS TOLD THE PART...

Jun 5, 2011 Power Train 42,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING INTO REVERSE 1. EVENTS TO MAKE IT HAPPEN: PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE RAPIDLY 2. OCCURS WHETHER OR NOT THE ENGINE IS HOT, BUT USUALLY THE WEATHER IS WARM. 3. WHEN FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM IN 2008, WAS TOLD THE PART...

Jun 5, 2011 Power Train 106,300 mi

VEHICLE IS SURGING AT LOW IDLE. LAST NIGHT I HAD TO PRESS VERY FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE TO AVOID BEING FORCED INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC WHILE EXITING A PARKING LOT. ANOTHER TIME I HAD TO BRAKE VERY HARD TO AVOID HITTING THE STEEL SECURITY GATE WHILE EXITING MY WORK PARKING GARAGE. I HAS HAPPENED ON OTHER...

Jun 5, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING INTO REVERSE 1. EVENTS TO MAKE IT HAPPEN: PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE RAPIDLY 2. OCCURS WHETHER OR NOT THE ENGINE IS HOT, BUT USUALLY THE WEATHER IS WARM. 3. WHEN FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM IN 2008, WAS TOLD THE PART...

Jun 5, 2011 Power Train 42,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGING INTO REVERSE 1. EVENTS TO MAKE IT HAPPEN: PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE RAPIDLY 2. OCCURS WHETHER OR NOT THE ENGINE IS HOT, BUT USUALLY THE WEATHER IS WARM. 3. WHEN FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM IN 2008, WAS TOLD THE PART...

Jun 3, 2011 Power Train 102,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON. I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW WITH NO RESOLUTION. IT LUNGES AFTER I'VE BEEN SITTING IN IDLE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR IF I AM BACKING UP. SO FAR I'VE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT , BUT JUST WONDER WHEN MY LUCK WILL RUN OU...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON. I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW WITH NO RESOLUTION. IT LUNGES AFTER I'VE BEEN SITTING IN IDLE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR IF I AM BACKING UP. SO FAR I'VE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT , BUT JUST WONDER WHEN MY LUCK WILL RUN OU...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE MOST RECENT BEING MAY 28, 2011, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS HAD SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUES. ON SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2011, THIS OCCURRED WHEN I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. I HAVE FOUND THAT ONLY BY TURNING THE CAR OFF AND RESTARTING IT WILL THIS CORRECT THE ISSUE. I HAVE...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING IDLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD. WHEN RELEASING THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN ACCELERATE ABNORMALLY WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A D...

Jun 3, 2011 Unknown Or Other 250,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTYLE IS MAKING LOUD RATTLING SOUND (COMING FROM TRANS) AND THE FAILSAFE MODE INDICATOR AS WELL AS THE YELLOW WRENCH HAVE BEEN APPEARING. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SERVICE DEPT OF DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR SURGING AND POWER FAILURES, ETC, AND THEY HAVE MADE NUMEROUS REPAIRS - (INCLUDING THE A...

Jun 3, 2011 Electrical System 250,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTYLE IS MAKING LOUD RATTLING SOUND (COMING FROM TRANS) AND THE FAILSAFE MODE INDICATOR AS WELL AS THE YELLOW WRENCH HAVE BEEN APPEARING. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SERVICE DEPT OF DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR SURGING AND POWER FAILURES, ETC, AND THEY HAVE MADE NUMEROUS REPAIRS - (INCLUDING THE A...

Jun 3, 2011 Power Train 102,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON. I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW WITH NO RESOLUTION. IT LUNGES AFTER I'VE BEEN SITTING IN IDLE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR IF I AM BACKING UP. SO FAR I'VE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT , BUT JUST WONDER WHEN MY LUCK WILL RUN OU...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON. I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW WITH NO RESOLUTION. IT LUNGES AFTER I'VE BEEN SITTING IN IDLE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR IF I AM BACKING UP. SO FAR I'VE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT , BUT JUST WONDER WHEN MY LUCK WILL RUN OU...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE MOST RECENT BEING MAY 28, 2011, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS HAD SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUES. ON SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2011, THIS OCCURRED WHEN I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. I HAVE FOUND THAT ONLY BY TURNING THE CAR OFF AND RESTARTING IT WILL THIS CORRECT THE ISSUE. I HAVE...

Jun 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING IDLE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD. WHEN RELEASING THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE WOULD THEN ACCELERATE ABNORMALLY WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A D...

Jun 3, 2011 Unknown Or Other 250,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTYLE IS MAKING LOUD RATTLING SOUND (COMING FROM TRANS) AND THE FAILSAFE MODE INDICATOR AS WELL AS THE YELLOW WRENCH HAVE BEEN APPEARING. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SERVICE DEPT OF DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR SURGING AND POWER FAILURES, ETC, AND THEY HAVE MADE NUMEROUS REPAIRS - (INCLUDING THE A...

Jun 3, 2011 Electrical System 250,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTYLE IS MAKING LOUD RATTLING SOUND (COMING FROM TRANS) AND THE FAILSAFE MODE INDICATOR AS WELL AS THE YELLOW WRENCH HAVE BEEN APPEARING. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SERVICE DEPT OF DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES FOR SURGING AND POWER FAILURES, ETC, AND THEY HAVE MADE NUMEROUS REPAIRS - (INCLUDING THE A...

Jun 2, 2011 Power Train 90,000 mi

THE CAR SURGES WHILE IDLING AND WHEN PLACE IN DRIVE-THE CAR SHUTS OFF AND RESTARTS IN SAFE MODE AND THE TRANSMISSION WRENCH COMES ON--YOU CAN SHUT THE CAR OFF AND WAIT A FEW SECONDS AND RESTART AND THE WRENCH GOES AWAY--THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS--FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM 5/21/11...

Jun 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

WHEN STOPPING, PARKING, OR BACKING UP, THE VEHICLE OCCASIONALLY ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY. IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS, IT HAS HAPPENED A MINIMUM OF 10 TIMES. I HAVE NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSED, AS I CANNOT AFFORD THE REPAIR COSTS. *TR

Jun 2, 2011 Power Train 90,000 mi

THE CAR SURGES WHILE IDLING AND WHEN PLACE IN DRIVE-THE CAR SHUTS OFF AND RESTARTS IN SAFE MODE AND THE TRANSMISSION WRENCH COMES ON--YOU CAN SHUT THE CAR OFF AND WAIT A FEW SECONDS AND RESTART AND THE WRENCH GOES AWAY--THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS--FIRST NOTICED THE PROBLEM 5/21/11...

Jun 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

WHEN STOPPING, PARKING, OR BACKING UP, THE VEHICLE OCCASIONALLY ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY. IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS, IT HAS HAPPENED A MINIMUM OF 10 TIMES. I HAVE NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSED, AS I CANNOT AFFORD THE REPAIR COSTS. *TR

Jun 1, 2011 Fuel System, Other 93,000 mi

HAD THIS PROBLEM PREVIOUSLY AND I EXPERIENCED THE PROBLEM AGAIN YESTERDAY, MAY 31. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE 93. AC ON. IN A CONVENIENCE STORE PARKING LOT. CAR STARTED LURCHING FORWARD. HAD TO APPLY BREAKS HARD AS TO NOT HIT A PARKED CAR. CAR STALLED. RESTARTED, HAPPENED AGAIN. AFTER THE THIRD TIM...

Jun 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

Jun 1, 2011 Power Train 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

Jun 1, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

Jun 1, 2011 Fuel System, Other 93,000 mi

HAD THIS PROBLEM PREVIOUSLY AND I EXPERIENCED THE PROBLEM AGAIN YESTERDAY, MAY 31. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE 93. AC ON. IN A CONVENIENCE STORE PARKING LOT. CAR STARTED LURCHING FORWARD. HAD TO APPLY BREAKS HARD AS TO NOT HIT A PARKED CAR. CAR STALLED. RESTARTED, HAPPENED AGAIN. AFTER THE THIRD TIM...

Jun 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

Jun 1, 2011 Power Train 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

Jun 1, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 61,000 mi

AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING OR AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NO CONTACT WITH THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE SURGES. THIS OCCURS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE, WITH OR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. AT TIMES, THE SURGING IS SEVERE AND REQUIRES A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE TO HOLD THE CAR IN PLACE. LAST YEA...

May 30, 2011 Power Train

I EXPERIENCED AN UNCOMMANDED AND OVERCOMPENSATING THROTTLE RESPONSE WHILE BACKING UP. AT THE TIME THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR WAS ENGAGED AND THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT ONE TURN FROM FULL LOCK. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLES SPEED WITH THE BRAKES AND NO INCIDENT RESULTED, HOWEVER WITHOUT A TIM...

May 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,268 mi

WHEN AIR TEMPERATURE IS HOT THE CAR TENDS TO JUMP A FOOT IN MOVING FORWARD FROM A STOPPED POSITION OR IDLE POSITION OR BACK A FOOT IF MOVING BACKWARD FROM A STOPPED OR IDLE POSITION. *TR

May 30, 2011 Power Train

I EXPERIENCED AN UNCOMMANDED AND OVERCOMPENSATING THROTTLE RESPONSE WHILE BACKING UP. AT THE TIME THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR WAS ENGAGED AND THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT ONE TURN FROM FULL LOCK. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLES SPEED WITH THE BRAKES AND NO INCIDENT RESULTED, HOWEVER WITHOUT A TIM...

May 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 99,268 mi

WHEN AIR TEMPERATURE IS HOT THE CAR TENDS TO JUMP A FOOT IN MOVING FORWARD FROM A STOPPED POSITION OR IDLE POSITION OR BACK A FOOT IF MOVING BACKWARD FROM A STOPPED OR IDLE POSITION. *TR

May 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

FOR THE PAST MONTH OR SO, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL SURGE IN SPEED, WHEN SHIFTED INTO EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, DURING LOW IDLE. IN ALL SITUATIONS WHEN THE SPEED SURGE HAS OCCURRED, I DID NOT HAVE MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, ONLY ON THE BRAKE. THIS CONDITION IS MOST PRONOUNCED AFTER A COLD ...

May 29, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

FOR THE PAST MONTH OR SO, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL SURGE IN SPEED, WHEN SHIFTED INTO EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, DURING LOW IDLE. IN ALL SITUATIONS WHEN THE SPEED SURGE HAS OCCURRED, I DID NOT HAVE MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, ONLY ON THE BRAKE. THIS CONDITION IS MOST PRONOUNCED AFTER A COLD ...

May 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STALLING OUT IN TRAFFIC JAMS AND ALSO SURGING WHEN A/C IS ON AT LOWER SPEEDS. *TR

May 28, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STALLING OUT IN TRAFFIC JAMS AND ALSO SURGING WHEN A/C IS ON AT LOWER SPEEDS. *TR

May 27, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WITHOUT FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. OCCURS MOSTLY AT CITY DRIVING SPEEDS, NOT ON THE HIGHWAY. BEGAN APPROX. 2 YEARS AGO (JUNE 2009). *TR

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLED MOMENTARILY WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ONLY SEEMED TO OCCUR WHEN THE A/C WAS ACTIVATED OR WHEN THE WRENCH WARNING ...

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES WITHOUT HAVING FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THA...

May 27, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WITHOUT FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. OCCURS MOSTLY AT CITY DRIVING SPEEDS, NOT ON THE HIGHWAY. BEGAN APPROX. 2 YEARS AGO (JUNE 2009). *TR

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLED MOMENTARILY WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ONLY SEEMED TO OCCUR WHEN THE A/C WAS ACTIVATED OR WHEN THE WRENCH WARNING ...

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES WITHOUT HAVING FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. *TR

May 27, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THA...

May 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 52,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN PLACING HIS VEHICLE IN REVERSE WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS. AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED HE NOTICED THAT THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IF THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON THE VEHICLE ...

May 26, 2011 Electrical System 55,500 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO, WHEN EVER I WOULD BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE OR PULL INTO THE GARAGE AT A SLOW SPEED, SOMETIMES THE CAR WOULD LUNGE UNEXPECTEDLY EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON IF I WAS BACKING OUT OR PULLING INTO MY GARAGE. IT OCCURRED AT LEAST 3 OR 4 TIMES PER ...

May 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 52,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN PLACING HIS VEHICLE IN REVERSE WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LUNGE BACKWARDS. AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED HE NOTICED THAT THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IF THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON THE VEHICLE ...

May 26, 2011 Electrical System 55,500 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO, WHEN EVER I WOULD BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE OR PULL INTO THE GARAGE AT A SLOW SPEED, SOMETIMES THE CAR WOULD LUNGE UNEXPECTEDLY EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING ON IF I WAS BACKING OUT OR PULLING INTO MY GARAGE. IT OCCURRED AT LEAST 3 OR 4 TIMES PER ...

May 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES OR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE ALSO LUNGED WHILE REVERSE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED EACH TIME VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THE AIR C...

May 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASED WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED WITH FORCE. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES DURING WARM WEATHER CONDITIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS NOT PERFO...

May 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES OR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE ALSO LUNGED WHILE REVERSE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED EACH TIME VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THE AIR C...

May 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASED WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED WITH FORCE. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES DURING WARM WEATHER CONDITIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS NOT PERFO...

May 24, 2011 Exterior Lighting 131,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE COMPLETE SHUTOFF OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INCLUDING TURN SIGNALS. THIS IS THE SECOND PROBLEM. THE FIRST WAS THE SURGING THAT EVERYBODY IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. AFTER A WRONG DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACING THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM, THE WHOLE PROBLEM WAS FIXED BY REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR. MY ...

May 24, 2011 Electrical System 131,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE COMPLETE SHUTOFF OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INCLUDING TURN SIGNALS. THIS IS THE SECOND PROBLEM. THE FIRST WAS THE SURGING THAT EVERYBODY IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. AFTER A WRONG DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACING THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM, THE WHOLE PROBLEM WAS FIXED BY REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR. MY ...

May 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCED WHILE IN REVERSE OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SE...

May 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 105,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE STALLS AND SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING, DISABLING THE POWERED STEERING AMONG OTHER THINGS AND CAUSES VERY UNSAFE SITUATIONS. THIS WILL USUALLY START WITH SOME HESITATIONS OF THE ENGINE AND THEN IT DIES. OFTEN IT STALLS WHILE TAKING OFF FROM STANDSTILL AS WELL EITHER FORWARD OR GOING IN R...

May 24, 2011 Unknown Or Other 44,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION FROM IDLE. CAR WOULD SUDDENLY JUMP FORWARD OR REVERSE AT IDLE ESPECIALLY WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK. DEALER TAPED SOME WIRING FOR TEMPORARY FIX WARRANTY COVERAGE DURING. PROBLEM REOCCURRED AFTER WARRANTY COVERAGE EXPIRED AND DEALER AND WOULD NOT ADDRESS THE ISSUE. VEHICLE NOW HAS 1...

May 24, 2011 Exterior Lighting 131,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE COMPLETE SHUTOFF OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INCLUDING TURN SIGNALS. THIS IS THE SECOND PROBLEM. THE FIRST WAS THE SURGING THAT EVERYBODY IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. AFTER A WRONG DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACING THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM, THE WHOLE PROBLEM WAS FIXED BY REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR. MY ...

May 24, 2011 Electrical System 131,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE COMPLETE SHUTOFF OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INCLUDING TURN SIGNALS. THIS IS THE SECOND PROBLEM. THE FIRST WAS THE SURGING THAT EVERYBODY IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. AFTER A WRONG DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACING THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM, THE WHOLE PROBLEM WAS FIXED BY REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR. MY ...

May 24, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCED WHILE IN REVERSE OR ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SE...

May 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 105,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE STALLS AND SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING, DISABLING THE POWERED STEERING AMONG OTHER THINGS AND CAUSES VERY UNSAFE SITUATIONS. THIS WILL USUALLY START WITH SOME HESITATIONS OF THE ENGINE AND THEN IT DIES. OFTEN IT STALLS WHILE TAKING OFF FROM STANDSTILL AS WELL EITHER FORWARD OR GOING IN R...

May 24, 2011 Unknown Or Other 44,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION FROM IDLE. CAR WOULD SUDDENLY JUMP FORWARD OR REVERSE AT IDLE ESPECIALLY WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK. DEALER TAPED SOME WIRING FOR TEMPORARY FIX WARRANTY COVERAGE DURING. PROBLEM REOCCURRED AFTER WARRANTY COVERAGE EXPIRED AND DEALER AND WOULD NOT ADDRESS THE ISSUE. VEHICLE NOW HAS 1...

May 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND AS SHE SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE SPORADICALLY OCCURRED WHETHER IN REVER...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE PLACED IN GEAR OR MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS. *TR

May 23, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

PROBLEM STARTED ABOUT 2 YRS AFTER BUYING VEHICLE USED. WIFE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF PARKING SPOT AND VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO MOVE BACKWARDS FAST. WIFE HAD TO BASICALLY STAND ON BRAKE TO GET IT TO STOP. VEHICLE CUT OFF AND WENT INTO"FAIL-SAFE" MODE. IT SCARED HER THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, ...

May 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND AS SHE SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE FAILURE SPORADICALLY OCCURRED WHETHER IN REVER...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE PLACED IN GEAR OR MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS. *TR

May 23, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

PROBLEM STARTED ABOUT 2 YRS AFTER BUYING VEHICLE USED. WIFE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF PARKING SPOT AND VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO MOVE BACKWARDS FAST. WIFE HAD TO BASICALLY STAND ON BRAKE TO GET IT TO STOP. VEHICLE CUT OFF AND WENT INTO"FAIL-SAFE" MODE. IT SCARED HER THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, ...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 42,090 mi

FIRST, LET ME START BY SAYING THAT I LIKE MY FORD FREESTYLE. IT IS A COMFORTABLE CAR WITH A SMOOTH RIDE. THE EVENT OCCURRED ONE WEEK AGO ON SUNDAY MAY 15TH. IT WAS A SUNNY DAY, GOOD DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ABOUT 1PM. I WAS EXITING THE CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH THE RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONER ON. I WAS I...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 42,090 mi

FIRST, LET ME START BY SAYING THAT I LIKE MY FORD FREESTYLE. IT IS A COMFORTABLE CAR WITH A SMOOTH RIDE. THE EVENT OCCURRED ONE WEEK AGO ON SUNDAY MAY 15TH. IT WAS A SUNNY DAY, GOOD DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ABOUT 1PM. I WAS EXITING THE CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH THE RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONER ON. I WAS I...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 90,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE HAD ITS A/C REPAIRED AND SINCE THEN HAS BEEN SURGING AT LOW IDLE OR WHILE BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES. ON MAY 21, 2011 IT WAS THE HOTTEST DAY SINCE THE A/C WAS REPAIRED AND THE SURGING WAS WORSE. IT DID IT THREE CONSECUTIVE TIMES AND THEN THE CAR DIED. I GOT IT STARTED AND 'L...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 81,500 mi

WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARDS WITHOUT ME PRESSING ON THE GAS. THIS STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO. ORIGINALLY IT WAS INTERMITTENT. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL OF THE TIME. ORIGINALLY, IT ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE. NOW AFTER I HAVE BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 81,500 mi

WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARDS WITHOUT ME PRESSING ON THE GAS. THIS STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO. ORIGINALLY IT WAS INTERMITTENT. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL OF THE TIME. ORIGINALLY, IT ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE. NOW AFTER I HAVE BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 LE FREESTYLE (FRONT WHEEL DRIVE) THAT WE PURCHASED NEW. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SUDDEN SURGING/LURCHING OVER THE PAST YEAR OR SO, BUT IT WAS SO OCCASIONAL AND SUBTLE THAT I THOUGHT I WAS IMAGINING IT. THEN THIS WEEK I ALMOST HIT A CAR IN THE SCHOOL CAR RIDER LINE AND IT WAS DEFINITELY N...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 42,090 mi

FIRST, LET ME START BY SAYING THAT I LIKE MY FORD FREESTYLE. IT IS A COMFORTABLE CAR WITH A SMOOTH RIDE. THE EVENT OCCURRED ONE WEEK AGO ON SUNDAY MAY 15TH. IT WAS A SUNNY DAY, GOOD DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ABOUT 1PM. I WAS EXITING THE CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH THE RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONER ON. I WAS I...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 42,090 mi

FIRST, LET ME START BY SAYING THAT I LIKE MY FORD FREESTYLE. IT IS A COMFORTABLE CAR WITH A SMOOTH RIDE. THE EVENT OCCURRED ONE WEEK AGO ON SUNDAY MAY 15TH. IT WAS A SUNNY DAY, GOOD DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ABOUT 1PM. I WAS EXITING THE CHURCH PARKING LOT WITH THE RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONER ON. I WAS I...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 90,500 mi

OUR FORD FREESTYLE HAD ITS A/C REPAIRED AND SINCE THEN HAS BEEN SURGING AT LOW IDLE OR WHILE BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES. ON MAY 21, 2011 IT WAS THE HOTTEST DAY SINCE THE A/C WAS REPAIRED AND THE SURGING WAS WORSE. IT DID IT THREE CONSECUTIVE TIMES AND THEN THE CAR DIED. I GOT IT STARTED AND 'L...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 81,500 mi

WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARDS WITHOUT ME PRESSING ON THE GAS. THIS STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO. ORIGINALLY IT WAS INTERMITTENT. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL OF THE TIME. ORIGINALLY, IT ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE. NOW AFTER I HAVE BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE...

May 22, 2011 Power Train 81,500 mi

WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE CAR LUNGES BACKWARDS WITHOUT ME PRESSING ON THE GAS. THIS STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO. ORIGINALLY IT WAS INTERMITTENT. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL OF THE TIME. ORIGINALLY, IT ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR WAS IN REVERSE. NOW AFTER I HAVE BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE...

May 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 LE FREESTYLE (FRONT WHEEL DRIVE) THAT WE PURCHASED NEW. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SUDDEN SURGING/LURCHING OVER THE PAST YEAR OR SO, BUT IT WAS SO OCCASIONAL AND SUBTLE THAT I THOUGHT I WAS IMAGINING IT. THEN THIS WEEK I ALMOST HIT A CAR IN THE SCHOOL CAR RIDER LINE AND IT WAS DEFINITELY N...

May 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AND KILLS THE ENGINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES IN WHICH BOTH TIMES THE AC WAS ON. *TR

May 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 86,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES UNEXPECTEDLY AND KILLS THE ENGINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES IN WHICH BOTH TIMES THE AC WAS ON. *TR

May 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD BEFORE I GIVE IT GAS. I NOTICE IT MOST WHEN GETTING READY TO BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY OR WHEN GETTING READY TO BACK OUT OF PARKING SPACES OR PREPARING TO PULL FORWARD AFTER BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AS I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM...

May 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

CAR IS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN HARD ON SHIFTING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOSTLY ON LOW PULLING OUT SPEED WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT EVERY TIME. HOPE THE RECALL COMES INTO EFFECT ON THESE HARD TIME OR BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO LOOK INTO OUR SAFETY...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

CAR IS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN HARD ON SHIFTING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOSTLY ON LOW PULLING OUT SPEED WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT EVERY TIME. HOPE THE RECALL COMES INTO EFFECT ON THESE HARD TIME OR BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO LOOK INTO OUR SAFETY...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHILE SITTING IDLE OFTEN. IT IS DIFFICULT TO STOP IT ONCE IT LUNGES. FORD WANTED TO REPLACE PARTS ON MY FREESTYLE WHICH THEY SAID MIGHT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 9,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND THE POWER TRAIN LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOST...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70 mi

PARKING VEHICLE IN LOT AND VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN. FRONT OF CAR HITS CONCRETE STOP AND CRACKS SKIRT. *TR

May 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD BEFORE I GIVE IT GAS. I NOTICE IT MOST WHEN GETTING READY TO BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY OR WHEN GETTING READY TO BACK OUT OF PARKING SPACES OR PREPARING TO PULL FORWARD AFTER BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AS I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM...

May 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

CAR IS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN HARD ON SHIFTING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOSTLY ON LOW PULLING OUT SPEED WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT EVERY TIME. HOPE THE RECALL COMES INTO EFFECT ON THESE HARD TIME OR BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO LOOK INTO OUR SAFETY...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

CAR IS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN HARD ON SHIFTING INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. MOSTLY ON LOW PULLING OUT SPEED WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT EVERY TIME. HOPE THE RECALL COMES INTO EFFECT ON THESE HARD TIME OR BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO LOOK INTO OUR SAFETY...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHILE SITTING IDLE OFTEN. IT IS DIFFICULT TO STOP IT ONCE IT LUNGES. FORD WANTED TO REPLACE PARTS ON MY FREESTYLE WHICH THEY SAID MIGHT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 9,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND THE POWER TRAIN LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOST...

May 20, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70 mi

PARKING VEHICLE IN LOT AND VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN. FRONT OF CAR HITS CONCRETE STOP AND CRACKS SKIRT. *TR

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION- VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED OR WHEN FIRST PUT INTO GEAR. THIS HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM. THE VEHICLE CAN BE STOPPED WITH EXTRA BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME IN WARM TEMPERATURES. I HAVE NOT HAD THIS PROBLE...

May 19, 2011 Power Train 94,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION- VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED OR WHEN FIRST PUT INTO GEAR. THIS HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM. THE VEHICLE CAN BE STOPPED WITH EXTRA BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME IN WARM TEMPERATURES. I HAVE NOT HAD THIS PROBLE...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,409 mi

VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN STOPPED OR WHEN STARTING TO MOVE FORWARD. TOOK VEHICLE TO A FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY DETERMINED THE THROTTLE BODY WAS FAILING, IT TOOK SIX WEEKS FOR THE PART TO ARRIVE. FORD WOULD NOT PROVIDE A LOANER VEHICLE AND CAUSED CONSIDERABLE PERSONAL ISSUES SINCE THE VEHICLE...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD OF BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WHO STATED THAT THEY REPAIRED THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER ALSO CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AREA AND...

May 19, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,300 mi

I WAS PULLING TO A STOP LIGHT WITH MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AND THE TRUCK CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. I HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE ALMOST COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR TO KEEP FROM JUMPING INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC. I HEARD ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON THE NEWS SO I DECIDED TO FILE A COMPLAINT AS WELL. THIS IS A VERY...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK. AS THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED FIRMLY AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THE FAILURE RECURRED NU...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION- VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED OR WHEN FIRST PUT INTO GEAR. THIS HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM. THE VEHICLE CAN BE STOPPED WITH EXTRA BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME IN WARM TEMPERATURES. I HAVE NOT HAD THIS PROBLE...

May 19, 2011 Power Train 94,000 mi

SUDDEN ACCELERATION- VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED OR WHEN FIRST PUT INTO GEAR. THIS HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM. THE VEHICLE CAN BE STOPPED WITH EXTRA BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME IN WARM TEMPERATURES. I HAVE NOT HAD THIS PROBLE...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 79,409 mi

VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN STOPPED OR WHEN STARTING TO MOVE FORWARD. TOOK VEHICLE TO A FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY DETERMINED THE THROTTLE BODY WAS FAILING, IT TOOK SIX WEEKS FOR THE PART TO ARRIVE. FORD WOULD NOT PROVIDE A LOANER VEHICLE AND CAUSED CONSIDERABLE PERSONAL ISSUES SINCE THE VEHICLE...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY LUNGE FORWARD OF BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WHO STATED THAT THEY REPAIRED THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER ALSO CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY AREA AND...

May 19, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,300 mi

I WAS PULLING TO A STOP LIGHT WITH MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE AND THE TRUCK CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. I HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE ALMOST COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR TO KEEP FROM JUMPING INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC. I HEARD ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON THE NEWS SO I DECIDED TO FILE A COMPLAINT AS WELL. THIS IS A VERY...

May 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK. AS THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED FIRMLY AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THE FAILURE RECURRED NU...

May 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE, PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES FIRMLY IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER T...

May 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,372 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE OR WHILE IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE...

May 18, 2011 Power Train 107,400 mi

TRANSMISSION TOTALLY FAILED IN COLD WEATHER, STRANDING ME. *TR

May 18, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

ONLY HAD ONE EVENT BEFORE THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION,WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY AT A LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARD NEARLY RUNNING INTO MY GARAGE,ONE WEEK LATER MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST TO ME OF $5,000 DOLLARS. THE DEALER THAT SOLD ME THE VEHICLE TOL...

May 18, 2011 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED OFTEN LUNGES (HIGH RPM REV) WITHOUT PRESSURE ON THE GAS PEDAL - OFTEN AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ALMOST HIT HOUSE THROUGH GARAGE AND CAR IN FRONT OF ME IN A PARKING LOT. *TR

May 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE, PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES FIRMLY IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER T...

May 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 64,372 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE OR WHILE IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE...

May 18, 2011 Power Train 107,400 mi

TRANSMISSION TOTALLY FAILED IN COLD WEATHER, STRANDING ME. *TR

May 18, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

ONLY HAD ONE EVENT BEFORE THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION,WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY AT A LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE LUNGED BACKWARD NEARLY RUNNING INTO MY GARAGE,ONE WEEK LATER MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST TO ME OF $5,000 DOLLARS. THE DEALER THAT SOLD ME THE VEHICLE TOL...

May 18, 2011 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED OFTEN LUNGES (HIGH RPM REV) WITHOUT PRESSURE ON THE GAS PEDAL - OFTEN AT LOW SPEEDS AND WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ALMOST HIT HOUSE THROUGH GARAGE AND CAR IN FRONT OF ME IN A PARKING LOT. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY CAR ACCELERATE WITHOUT MY FOOT BEING ON THE PEDAL. THIS WOULD USUALLY HAPPEN AS I WOULD GET READY TO GO INTO REVERSE OR JUST PUTTING THE CAR IN GEAR TO GO FORWARD. I IMMEDIATELY BRAKE HARD TO STOP THE PROBLEM, WHICH SOLVES THE ISSUE. MY ACCELERATOR HAS ALSO HAD PROBLEMS GETTING STUCK A...

May 17, 2011 Power Train

PREVIOUS ISSUE THAT I HAD FIXED AT THE FORD DEALER WITH MY FREESTYLE. VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE AS NOTED IN YOUR INVESTIGATION. I CONTACTED FORD AND THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL AT THE TIME AND APOLOGIZED FOR THE ISSUE BUT NOTED IT IN THE RECORDS FOR MY 2005 FREESTYLE. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY R...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 71,160 mi

ON APRIL 30TH, 2011 I WAS LEAVING ON A SHORT WEEKEND TRIP WITH MYSELF AND 5 KIDS. I HAD JUST LEFT MY DRIVEWAY AND WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 WHEN A BIRD FLEW OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I PROCEEDED TO TRY TO BRAKE SO I WOULD NOT HIT THE BIRD. INSTEAD OF BRAKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED. THE KIDS IN THE VEHICLE WA...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 17,000 mi

BEGAN WHEN CAR WAS ABOUT ONE YEAR OLD. IT OCCURS JUST ABOUT EVERY TIME IT'S DRIVEN. I TOOK CAR TO GARAGE AND THEY SAID IT WAS O.K. IT LUNGS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

BEGAN WHEN CAR WAS ABOUT ONE YEAR OLD. IT OCCURS JUST ABOUT EVERY TIME IT'S DRIVEN. I TOOK CAR TO GARAGE AND THEY SAID IT WAS O.K. IT LUNGS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK BACKWARD OR FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD SPORADICALLY OCCUR WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE AND NEITHER THE ACCELERATOR NOR BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO AD...

May 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 90,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN AT TIMES AFTER YOU PUT IT IN GEAR. IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED BY HAVING YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL LURCH AS THE RPMS INCREASE ON ITS OWN WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY IF SOMEONE IS STANDING BEHIND THE VEHICLE.

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

MULTIPLE INCIDENTS OF ACCELERATION WHEN COASTING (NO GAS). MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING AND BACKING UP. HAVE HAD FUEL SYSTEM CHECKED AND MAINTAINED MULTIPLE TIMES WITHOUT IMPROVEMENT.

May 17, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES. IF BRAKES ARE NOT IMMEDIATELY APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL HIT THE CARE IN FRONT. THIS OCCURS WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR TRAFFIC OR TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR THE LAST TWO YEARS. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES. IF BRAKES ARE NOT IMMEDIATELY APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL HIT THE CARE IN FRONT. THIS OCCURS WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR TRAFFIC OR TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR THE LAST TWO YEARS. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD MOMENTARILY SURGE FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - MY CAR ALSO HAS THE SURGING PROBLEM. IT HAS BEEN OCCURING FOR MANY YEARS AND I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, TO NO AVAIL, THEY COULDN'T GET IT TO SURGE. IT TENDS TO HAPPEN AT LOW SPEEDS, LIKE WHILE AT A DRIVE THROUGH RESTAURANT, OR JUST STARTING FROM A STOP,...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR IDLING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD ONLY OCCUR IN HOTTER WEATHER TEMPERATURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS C...

May 17, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE RANDOMLY LURCHES WHEN PLACED INTO GEAR. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE SINCE 2008 BUT INITIALLY ATTRIBUTED THE PROBLEM TO DRIVING IN EXCESSIVE HEAT AND IMPROPER IRREGULAR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Equipment

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. FORD DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE BODY ($700) JUNE 2010 AND WORKED FINE TILL MAY 2011 AND NOW IT IS HAPPENING AGAIN. INTERMITTENT NOW. RPM GAUGE FLUCTUATES WHEN LUNGING. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON-BURNING. *TR

May 17, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. FORD DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE BODY ($700) JUNE 2010 AND WORKED FINE TILL MAY 2011 AND NOW IT IS HAPPENING AGAIN. INTERMITTENT NOW. RPM GAUGE FLUCTUATES WHEN LUNGING. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON-BURNING. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE ...

May 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,750 mi

I NOTICED ON YESTERDAY'S NEWS THAT MY VEHICLE AND PROBLEM IS UNDER INVESTIGATION, SO I WANT TO ADD MY VOICE TO THE NUMBER WHO HAVE HAD A SIMILAR PROBLEM. MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LURCHES UNEXPECTEDLY. IT WILL ONLY OCCUR FOR A FEW SECONDS. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 1.5 YEARS, AND IT HAS HAPPENED ON 2...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY WHEN SHIFTING GEARS. THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY REPLACED THE AIR CLEANER BUT THE FAILURE LATE...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE THROTTLE WAS CLEANED. THERE WAS AN...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO KNOWN ISSUES PERTAINING TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE ISSUE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS EVEN WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE, ACCELERATES ON OWN. WRENCH LIGHTS UP THEN DIES. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY CAR ACCELERATE WITHOUT MY FOOT BEING ON THE PEDAL. THIS WOULD USUALLY HAPPEN AS I WOULD GET READY TO GO INTO REVERSE OR JUST PUTTING THE CAR IN GEAR TO GO FORWARD. I IMMEDIATELY BRAKE HARD TO STOP THE PROBLEM, WHICH SOLVES THE ISSUE. MY ACCELERATOR HAS ALSO HAD PROBLEMS GETTING STUCK A...

May 17, 2011 Power Train

PREVIOUS ISSUE THAT I HAD FIXED AT THE FORD DEALER WITH MY FREESTYLE. VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE AS NOTED IN YOUR INVESTIGATION. I CONTACTED FORD AND THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL AT THE TIME AND APOLOGIZED FOR THE ISSUE BUT NOTED IT IN THE RECORDS FOR MY 2005 FREESTYLE. I HAD THE THROTTLE BODY R...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 71,160 mi

ON APRIL 30TH, 2011 I WAS LEAVING ON A SHORT WEEKEND TRIP WITH MYSELF AND 5 KIDS. I HAD JUST LEFT MY DRIVEWAY AND WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 WHEN A BIRD FLEW OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I PROCEEDED TO TRY TO BRAKE SO I WOULD NOT HIT THE BIRD. INSTEAD OF BRAKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED. THE KIDS IN THE VEHICLE WA...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 17,000 mi

BEGAN WHEN CAR WAS ABOUT ONE YEAR OLD. IT OCCURS JUST ABOUT EVERY TIME IT'S DRIVEN. I TOOK CAR TO GARAGE AND THEY SAID IT WAS O.K. IT LUNGS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

BEGAN WHEN CAR WAS ABOUT ONE YEAR OLD. IT OCCURS JUST ABOUT EVERY TIME IT'S DRIVEN. I TOOK CAR TO GARAGE AND THEY SAID IT WAS O.K. IT LUNGS IN FORWARD AND REVERSE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK BACKWARD OR FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD SPORADICALLY OCCUR WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE AND NEITHER THE ACCELERATOR NOR BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO AD...

May 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 90,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN AT TIMES AFTER YOU PUT IT IN GEAR. IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED BY HAVING YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL LURCH AS THE RPMS INCREASE ON ITS OWN WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY IF SOMEONE IS STANDING BEHIND THE VEHICLE.

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

MULTIPLE INCIDENTS OF ACCELERATION WHEN COASTING (NO GAS). MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN PARKING AND BACKING UP. HAVE HAD FUEL SYSTEM CHECKED AND MAINTAINED MULTIPLE TIMES WITHOUT IMPROVEMENT.

May 17, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES. IF BRAKES ARE NOT IMMEDIATELY APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL HIT THE CARE IN FRONT. THIS OCCURS WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR TRAFFIC OR TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR THE LAST TWO YEARS. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES. IF BRAKES ARE NOT IMMEDIATELY APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WILL HIT THE CARE IN FRONT. THIS OCCURS WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR TRAFFIC OR TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR THE LAST TWO YEARS. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD MOMENTARILY SURGE FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 17, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - MY CAR ALSO HAS THE SURGING PROBLEM. IT HAS BEEN OCCURING FOR MANY YEARS AND I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE LOCAL DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, TO NO AVAIL, THEY COULDN'T GET IT TO SURGE. IT TENDS TO HAPPEN AT LOW SPEEDS, LIKE WHILE AT A DRIVE THROUGH RESTAURANT, OR JUST STARTING FROM A STOP,...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR IDLING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD ONLY OCCUR IN HOTTER WEATHER TEMPERATURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS C...

May 17, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE RANDOMLY LURCHES WHEN PLACED INTO GEAR. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE SINCE 2008 BUT INITIALLY ATTRIBUTED THE PROBLEM TO DRIVING IN EXCESSIVE HEAT AND IMPROPER IRREGULAR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE. *TR

May 17, 2011 Equipment

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. FORD DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE BODY ($700) JUNE 2010 AND WORKED FINE TILL MAY 2011 AND NOW IT IS HAPPENING AGAIN. INTERMITTENT NOW. RPM GAUGE FLUCTUATES WHEN LUNGING. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON-BURNING. *TR

May 17, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARD WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. FORD DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE BODY ($700) JUNE 2010 AND WORKED FINE TILL MAY 2011 AND NOW IT IS HAPPENING AGAIN. INTERMITTENT NOW. RPM GAUGE FLUCTUATES WHEN LUNGING. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON-BURNING. *TR

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE ...

May 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,750 mi

I NOTICED ON YESTERDAY'S NEWS THAT MY VEHICLE AND PROBLEM IS UNDER INVESTIGATION, SO I WANT TO ADD MY VOICE TO THE NUMBER WHO HAVE HAD A SIMILAR PROBLEM. MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LURCHES UNEXPECTEDLY. IT WILL ONLY OCCUR FOR A FEW SECONDS. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 1.5 YEARS, AND IT HAS HAPPENED ON 2...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY WHEN SHIFTING GEARS. THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY REPLACED THE AIR CLEANER BUT THE FAILURE LATE...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE BACKWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE THROTTLE WAS CLEANED. THERE WAS AN...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO KNOWN ISSUES PERTAINING TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE ISSUE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

CAR LUNGES FORWARD AND BACKWARDS EVEN WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE, ACCELERATES ON OWN. WRENCH LIGHTS UP THEN DIES. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED FORWARD IN 2010 WHILE I WAS SITTING IN TRAFFIC AT A TOLL BOOTH ON BUSY RT 128. AT THE TIME I WAS SCARED TO DEATH, AND HAD TO AGGRESSIVELY PRESS THE BRAKE TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THIS CONTINUED FOR A FEW MMINUTES, AND EVENTUALLY THE CAR WENT INTO "LIM...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IT IS WAS IDLE AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ENGAGED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED IT SEEMED TO HAPPEN ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS WAR...

May 16, 2011 Power Train Crash 100,000 mi

UNINTENDED MOVEMENT, WHEN BRAKE WAS APPLIED ENGINE SEEMED TO THROTTLED AND SHIFTED UP WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR AND CONTINUE MOVING UNTIL BRAKE PRESSED AGAIN AND EMERGENCY BRAKE APPLIED AND CAR HIT CURB. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AT TIMES, USUALLY IN THE IDLE POSITION. HE BELIEVED THAT IT OCCURRED WHEN IT WAS HOT OUTSIDE AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO COULD NOT IDENTIFY THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000.

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE MANEUVERING THE STEERING WHEEL INTO A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON OR THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED TO ITS FURTHEST POINT OF ROTATION. THE VEH...

May 16, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

THE CAR WILL REV UP AND JUMP FORWARD (OR BACKWARD). SOMETIMES STALLS AFTER JUMPING, WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. DEALERSHIP HAS SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM THEY CAN FIND. SAW THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATIONS SO I DECIDED TO MAKE MY COMPLAINT OFFICIAL. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR ACCELERATES WHEN AT LOW IDLE AND THE A/C IS RUNNING. THE CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD. I CAN STOP IT WITH THE BRAKES. CAN HAPPEN AT STOP LIGHTS, BUT USUALLY THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHTS. UNFORTUNATELY, IT HAPPENS WHEN BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND SWITCHING TO DRIVE, IT WILL LURC...

May 16, 2011 Power Train

CAR ACCELERATES WHEN AT LOW IDLE AND THE A/C IS RUNNING. THE CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD. I CAN STOP IT WITH THE BRAKES. CAN HAPPEN AT STOP LIGHTS, BUT USUALLY THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHTS. UNFORTUNATELY, IT HAPPENS WHEN BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND SWITCHING TO DRIVE, IT WILL LURC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD RATHER THAN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 A...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE IT SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE DURING PERIODS OF EXTREMELY HOT WEATHER AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAI...

May 16, 2011 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - SURGING FORWARD WHEN IDLING AT A STOP SIGN, STOP LIGHT, OR DRIVE THROUGH - EVEN THOUGH FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY IN WARMER WEATHER, ESPECIALLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING RUNNING. HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR-MISSES WITH HITTING OTHER CARS OR GARAGE DOORS. P...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 142,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 142,000.

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THEY HAVE HAD SEVERAL OCCASIONS WERE THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE IDLING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 56,000.

May 16, 2011 Power Train 94,969 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED, CAR SURGES FORWARD, WHEN STOPPED AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. CAR ALSO STALLS WHILE DRIVING OR IF HITTING THE GAS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,969 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED, CAR SURGES FORWARD, WHEN STOPPED AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. CAR ALSO STALLS WHILE DRIVING OR IF HITTING THE GAS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE GEAR IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE GEAR IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THIS HAPPENED THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO SAFETY MODE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 35 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BOD...

May 16, 2011 Fuel System, Other 75,000 mi

I WAS NOT AWARE OF THE THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTED UNTIL I WAS INVOLVED IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT (NOT THE CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT). I DID NOTICE IN THE PAST TWO YEARS THAT IT WOULD ACCELARATE ON ITS OWN AND NOTHING ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SHOWED I HAD A PROBLEM. IT WAS AFTER THE ACCIDENT THAT ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT WOULD HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE OR TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE. NOTICED IT MORE WHEN A/C WAS RUNNING AND WHEEL WAS TURNED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY. NO OLD PARTS ARE AVAILABLE BEC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE THE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 150,000.

May 16, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES FORWARD AT IDLE. ITS NOT CONSISTENT BUT DOES IT AT LOW SPEEDS AT LIGHTS OR COASTING THRU PARKING LOTS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 63,400 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING HER VEHICLE AT A LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CRASHED INTO A TREE AND TWO VEHICLES. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. THE POLICE WERE CALLED, BUT DID NOT ARRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN STOPPED. IF FOOT ISN'T ON THE BRAKE GOOD AND FIRM, THE LUNGE ALMOST REAR ENDS THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU. I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2006 AND IT HAS DONE THIS SINCE DAY ONE. FORD GARAGE ALWAYS SAYS THAT THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

I HEARD ABOUT THE 2005-2007 FORD FREESTYLE INVESTIGATION REGARDING SUDDEN ACCELERATION. MY WIFE DRIVES A 2005 FREESTYLE. THIS SAME THING HAS HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I HAVE DRIVEN HER CAR. MY FOOT HAS BEEN ON THE BRAKE SO IT HAS NOT CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE ACCELERATION IS PRONOUNCED AND IS POTENTIALLY DA...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CAR CONTINUALLY WANTS TO TAKE OFF ON ITS OWN WHEN IN AN IDLE SITUATION OR MOVING SLOWLY. MAINLY HAPPENS WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING. WILL PRETTY MUCH HAPPEN ONCE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND YOU SLOW TO A STOP AT A LIGHT, STOP SIGN, OR ANY OTHER SITUATION THAT YOU WOULD MOVE V...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED FORWARD IN 2010 WHILE I WAS SITTING IN TRAFFIC AT A TOLL BOOTH ON BUSY RT 128. AT THE TIME I WAS SCARED TO DEATH, AND HAD TO AGGRESSIVELY PRESS THE BRAKE TO KEEP IT FROM HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THIS CONTINUED FOR A FEW MMINUTES, AND EVENTUALLY THE CAR WENT INTO "LIM...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHEN IT IS WAS IDLE AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ENGAGED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED BY A DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED IT SEEMED TO HAPPEN ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS WAR...

May 16, 2011 Power Train Crash 100,000 mi

UNINTENDED MOVEMENT, WHEN BRAKE WAS APPLIED ENGINE SEEMED TO THROTTLED AND SHIFTED UP WITHOUT FOOT ON ACCELERATOR AND CONTINUE MOVING UNTIL BRAKE PRESSED AGAIN AND EMERGENCY BRAKE APPLIED AND CAR HIT CURB. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AT TIMES, USUALLY IN THE IDLE POSITION. HE BELIEVED THAT IT OCCURRED WHEN IT WAS HOT OUTSIDE AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO COULD NOT IDENTIFY THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000.

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE MANEUVERING THE STEERING WHEEL INTO A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON OR THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED TO ITS FURTHEST POINT OF ROTATION. THE VEH...

May 16, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

THE CAR WILL REV UP AND JUMP FORWARD (OR BACKWARD). SOMETIMES STALLS AFTER JUMPING, WORSE WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON. DEALERSHIP HAS SAID THERE IS NO PROBLEM THEY CAN FIND. SAW THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATIONS SO I DECIDED TO MAKE MY COMPLAINT OFFICIAL. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR ACCELERATES WHEN AT LOW IDLE AND THE A/C IS RUNNING. THE CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD. I CAN STOP IT WITH THE BRAKES. CAN HAPPEN AT STOP LIGHTS, BUT USUALLY THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHTS. UNFORTUNATELY, IT HAPPENS WHEN BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND SWITCHING TO DRIVE, IT WILL LURC...

May 16, 2011 Power Train

CAR ACCELERATES WHEN AT LOW IDLE AND THE A/C IS RUNNING. THE CAR WILL LURCH FORWARD. I CAN STOP IT WITH THE BRAKES. CAN HAPPEN AT STOP LIGHTS, BUT USUALLY THE BRAKE IS FULLY DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHTS. UNFORTUNATELY, IT HAPPENS WHEN BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND SWITCHING TO DRIVE, IT WILL LURC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD RATHER THAN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 A...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE IT SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD. SHE NOTICED THE FAILURE DURING PERIODS OF EXTREMELY HOT WEATHER AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAI...

May 16, 2011 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - SURGING FORWARD WHEN IDLING AT A STOP SIGN, STOP LIGHT, OR DRIVE THROUGH - EVEN THOUGH FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY IN WARMER WEATHER, ESPECIALLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING RUNNING. HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR-MISSES WITH HITTING OTHER CARS OR GARAGE DOORS. P...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 142,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 142,000.

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THEY HAVE HAD SEVERAL OCCASIONS WERE THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE IDLING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 56,000.

May 16, 2011 Power Train 94,969 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED, CAR SURGES FORWARD, WHEN STOPPED AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. CAR ALSO STALLS WHILE DRIVING OR IF HITTING THE GAS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 94,969 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD LIMITED, CAR SURGES FORWARD, WHEN STOPPED AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. CAR ALSO STALLS WHILE DRIVING OR IF HITTING THE GAS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE GEAR IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ON FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE GEAR IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 62,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THIS HAPPENED THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO SAFETY MODE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 35 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND WAS TOLD THE THROTTLE BOD...

May 16, 2011 Fuel System, Other 75,000 mi

I WAS NOT AWARE OF THE THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTED UNTIL I WAS INVOLVED IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT (NOT THE CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT). I DID NOTICE IN THE PAST TWO YEARS THAT IT WOULD ACCELARATE ON ITS OWN AND NOTHING ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SHOWED I HAD A PROBLEM. IT WAS AFTER THE ACCIDENT THAT ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT WOULD HAPPEN MOST OFTEN WHEN BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE OR TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE. NOTICED IT MORE WHEN A/C WAS RUNNING AND WHEEL WAS TURNED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY. NO OLD PARTS ARE AVAILABLE BEC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE THE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 150,000.

May 16, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT LUNGES FORWARD AT IDLE. ITS NOT CONSISTENT BUT DOES IT AT LOW SPEEDS AT LIGHTS OR COASTING THRU PARKING LOTS. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 63,400 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING HER VEHICLE AT A LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CRASHED INTO A TREE AND TWO VEHICLES. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. THE POLICE WERE CALLED, BUT DID NOT ARRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN STOPPED. IF FOOT ISN'T ON THE BRAKE GOOD AND FIRM, THE LUNGE ALMOST REAR ENDS THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU. I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2006 AND IT HAS DONE THIS SINCE DAY ONE. FORD GARAGE ALWAYS SAYS THAT THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

I HEARD ABOUT THE 2005-2007 FORD FREESTYLE INVESTIGATION REGARDING SUDDEN ACCELERATION. MY WIFE DRIVES A 2005 FREESTYLE. THIS SAME THING HAS HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I HAVE DRIVEN HER CAR. MY FOOT HAS BEEN ON THE BRAKE SO IT HAS NOT CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE ACCELERATION IS PRONOUNCED AND IS POTENTIALLY DA...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

THE CAR CONTINUALLY WANTS TO TAKE OFF ON ITS OWN WHEN IN AN IDLE SITUATION OR MOVING SLOWLY. MAINLY HAPPENS WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING. WILL PRETTY MUCH HAPPEN ONCE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND YOU SLOW TO A STOP AT A LIGHT, STOP SIGN, OR ANY OTHER SITUATION THAT YOU WOULD MOVE V...

May 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SURGING PROBLEM. AFTER READING ONLINE THIS APPEARS TO BE VERY COMMON. VERY DANGEROUS! SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO THE THROTTLE BODY. FORD RECOMMENDS REPLACING THE TB. *TR

May 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SURGING PROBLEM. AFTER READING ONLINE THIS APPEARS TO BE VERY COMMON. VERY DANGEROUS! SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO THE THROTTLE BODY. FORD RECOMMENDS REPLACING THE TB. *TR

May 10, 2011 Power Train

THE VEHICLE LURCHES AFTER SITTING IN PARK. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AND DRIVE. THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO BE OKAY IN THE COLDER MONTHS, BUT WHEN THE HEAT/HUMIDITY HIT THE CAR BEGINS TO LURCH UNCONTROLLABLY. A FEW TIMES IT HAS GONE INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND I'VE HAD TO RESTART IT. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROU...

May 10, 2011 Power Train

THE VEHICLE LURCHES AFTER SITTING IN PARK. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AND DRIVE. THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO BE OKAY IN THE COLDER MONTHS, BUT WHEN THE HEAT/HUMIDITY HIT THE CAR BEGINS TO LURCH UNCONTROLLABLY. A FEW TIMES IT HAS GONE INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND I'VE HAD TO RESTART IT. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROU...

May 4, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL HAS LOST POWER AND TURNED OFF COMPLETELY TWICE. BOTH TIMES, I TURNED THE AC AND RADIO OFF AND IT STARTED BACK UP IMMEDIATELY. I HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED THE SUDDEN SURGE OTHERS HAVE DESCRIBED WHEN SLOWING AT AN INTERSECTION FOR A STOP SIGN AND IT DOES REQUIRE A QUICK HARD BREA...

May 4, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL HAS LOST POWER AND TURNED OFF COMPLETELY TWICE. BOTH TIMES, I TURNED THE AC AND RADIO OFF AND IT STARTED BACK UP IMMEDIATELY. I HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED THE SUDDEN SURGE OTHERS HAVE DESCRIBED WHEN SLOWING AT AN INTERSECTION FOR A STOP SIGN AND IT DOES REQUIRE A QUICK HARD BREA...

Apr 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 37,000 mi

REAR BRAKES ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAVE GONE OUT AGAIN. HAVE APPROX. 100,000 MILES ON THE CAR AND THIS IS THE 2ND TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE, NOT TO MENTION THAT I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRES 5 TIMES ON THIS CAR. IT IS AN ODD SIZE TIRE SO IT IS HARD TO FIND DECENT ONES FOR THE SNOW AND THEY C...

Apr 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 37,000 mi

REAR BRAKES ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAVE GONE OUT AGAIN. HAVE APPROX. 100,000 MILES ON THE CAR AND THIS IS THE 2ND TIME I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE, NOT TO MENTION THAT I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRES 5 TIMES ON THIS CAR. IT IS AN ODD SIZE TIRE SO IT IS HARD TO FIND DECENT ONES FOR THE SNOW AND THEY C...

Apr 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 97,121 mi

CAR SURGES THEN STALLS THEN GOES INTO LIMP MODE. HAPPENS ONCE A MONTH OR MORE. IF I TURN THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT SEEMS TO CLEAR AND WORK FINE. *TR

Apr 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 97,121 mi

CAR SURGES THEN STALLS THEN GOES INTO LIMP MODE. HAPPENS ONCE A MONTH OR MORE. IF I TURN THE CAR OFF AND RESTART IT SEEMS TO CLEAR AND WORK FINE. *TR

Apr 1, 2011 Power Train 86,100 mi

USUALLY FROM A DEAD STOP OR WHEN THE CAR IS SHIFTING DOWN AS I BEGIN TO STOP, IT WILL REV ON IT'S OWN AND LURCH. MANY TIMES FROM A DEAD STOP THE CAR HAS REVED AND LURCHED ON IT'S OWN. THIS HAPPENS IN DRIVE AND REVERSE AND SEEMS RANDOM. I BELIEVE THE DIFFICULTY LIES IN THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH FORD...

Apr 1, 2011 Power Train 86,100 mi

USUALLY FROM A DEAD STOP OR WHEN THE CAR IS SHIFTING DOWN AS I BEGIN TO STOP, IT WILL REV ON IT'S OWN AND LURCH. MANY TIMES FROM A DEAD STOP THE CAR HAS REVED AND LURCHED ON IT'S OWN. THIS HAPPENS IN DRIVE AND REVERSE AND SEEMS RANDOM. I BELIEVE THE DIFFICULTY LIES IN THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH FORD...

Mar 29, 2011 Power Train 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC STATED THE TORQUE MOUNT FOR THE ENGINE WAS BROKEN. THE MECHANIC STATED THE TORQUE MOUNT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO STATED THEY COULD NOT ASSIST...

Mar 29, 2011 Power Train 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC STATED THE TORQUE MOUNT FOR THE ENGINE WAS BROKEN. THE MECHANIC STATED THE TORQUE MOUNT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO STATED THEY COULD NOT ASSIST...

Mar 25, 2011 Electrical System 46,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE MALFUNCTIONING. WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR, THE REVERSE LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AS THE CLUSTE...

Mar 25, 2011 Electrical System 46,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE MALFUNCTIONING. WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR, THE REVERSE LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE AND STAY ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AS THE CLUSTE...

Mar 8, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT 2 SUMMERS, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD SURGE WHILE SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION OR SLOWING DURING THE APPROACH. THE SURGE WAS A RAPID ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH REQUIRED A HEAVY, OR A QUICK BRAKE. A QUICK RESPONSE WAS REQUIRED TO AVOID A REAR-END COLLISION, ENTERING A...

Mar 8, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT 2 SUMMERS, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD SURGE WHILE SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION OR SLOWING DURING THE APPROACH. THE SURGE WAS A RAPID ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH REQUIRED A HEAVY, OR A QUICK BRAKE. A QUICK RESPONSE WAS REQUIRED TO AVOID A REAR-END COLLISION, ENTERING A...

Mar 8, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT 2 SUMMERS, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD SURGE WHILE SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION OR SLOWING DURING THE APPROACH. THE SURGE WAS A RAPID ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH REQUIRED A HEAVY, OR A QUICK BRAKE. A QUICK RESPONSE WAS REQUIRED TO AVOID A REAR-END COLLISION, ENTERING A...

Mar 8, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

OVER A PERIOD OF ABOUT 2 SUMMERS, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD SURGE WHILE SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION OR SLOWING DURING THE APPROACH. THE SURGE WAS A RAPID ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH REQUIRED A HEAVY, OR A QUICK BRAKE. A QUICK RESPONSE WAS REQUIRED TO AVOID A REAR-END COLLISION, ENTERING A...

Feb 23, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

BOUGHT OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW. SUMMER 2010 BEGAN HAVING STALLING AND LURCHING PROBLEMS. FALL 2010, "KNOCK" IN TRANSMISSION WHILE IN NEUTRAL AND REVERSE. WINTER 2010, "KNOCK" BECOMES MORE PROMINENT AND IS NOW BEING HEARD WHILE SLOWING TO A STOP. CALLED SEVERAL NON-FORD TRANSMISSION SHOPS, THE...

Feb 23, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

BOUGHT OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW. SUMMER 2010 BEGAN HAVING STALLING AND LURCHING PROBLEMS. FALL 2010, "KNOCK" IN TRANSMISSION WHILE IN NEUTRAL AND REVERSE. WINTER 2010, "KNOCK" BECOMES MORE PROMINENT AND IS NOW BEING HEARD WHILE SLOWING TO A STOP. CALLED SEVERAL NON-FORD TRANSMISSION SHOPS, THE...

Feb 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE, EVEN WHEN FOOT IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAPPENS ON A DAILY BASIS NEARLY EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AND IS VERY DANGEROUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN IN TRAFFIC AND WHILE MANEUVERING IN PARKING LOTS. THE SURGES ARE UNPREDICTABLE AND OCCUR MAINLY WHEN THE VEHIC...

Feb 18, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE, EVEN WHEN FOOT IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE. THIS HAPPENS ON A DAILY BASIS NEARLY EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AND IS VERY DANGEROUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN IN TRAFFIC AND WHILE MANEUVERING IN PARKING LOTS. THE SURGES ARE UNPREDICTABLE AND OCCUR MAINLY WHEN THE VEHIC...

Feb 15, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR DOES NOT LATCH AND OR REMAIN CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN A RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000(LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) AND THE RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED. THE FAIL...

Feb 15, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR DOES NOT LATCH AND OR REMAIN CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN A RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000(LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) AND THE RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED. THE FAIL...

Feb 9, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN MY FREESTYLE 2005 AT 83000 MILES. THE CAR HAS GONE INTO A "SAFE" TRANSMISSION MODE OR JUST STOPPED ALMOST EVERY MONTH FOR 6 MONTHS. FORD WANTED $ 6500 TO PUT IN AN ENTIRELY NEW TRANSMISSION. I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. SAME PROBLEM IS HAPPENI...

Feb 9, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN MY FREESTYLE 2005 AT 83000 MILES. THE CAR HAS GONE INTO A "SAFE" TRANSMISSION MODE OR JUST STOPPED ALMOST EVERY MONTH FOR 6 MONTHS. FORD WANTED $ 6500 TO PUT IN AN ENTIRELY NEW TRANSMISSION. I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. SAME PROBLEM IS HAPPENI...

Feb 1, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DOOR LATCH ON ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE SECURELY WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOORS OPENING EVEN WHEN IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THEY SPRAYED A SOLUTION ON...

Feb 1, 2011 Electrical System 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DOOR LATCH ON ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE SECURELY WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOORS OPENING EVEN WHEN IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THEY SPRAYED A SOLUTION ON...

Feb 1, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DOOR LATCH ON ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE SECURELY WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOORS OPENING EVEN WHEN IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THEY SPRAYED A SOLUTION ON...

Feb 1, 2011 Electrical System 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DOOR LATCH ON ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT CLOSE SECURELY WHICH RESULTED IN THE DOORS OPENING EVEN WHEN IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THEY SPRAYED A SOLUTION ON...

Jan 31, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 40,000 mi

REGARDING CAMPAIGN NUMBER 06V383000 DEALER INSTALLED SHIELD OVER FRONT LATCHES. FIX DID NOT WORK. LATCH WON'T RESET CAN'T CLOSE DOOR ALSO WORRIED DOOR CAN POP OPEN. THE ORIGNAL FIX NEVER REALLY WORKED. HAPPENS EACH WINTER. GREASE HAS BEEN RE APPLIED TO LATCH. *TR

Jan 31, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 40,000 mi

REGARDING CAMPAIGN NUMBER 06V383000 DEALER INSTALLED SHIELD OVER FRONT LATCHES. FIX DID NOT WORK. LATCH WON'T RESET CAN'T CLOSE DOOR ALSO WORRIED DOOR CAN POP OPEN. THE ORIGNAL FIX NEVER REALLY WORKED. HAPPENS EACH WINTER. GREASE HAS BEEN RE APPLIED TO LATCH. *TR

Jan 31, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 40,000 mi

REGARDING CAMPAIGN NUMBER 06V383000 DEALER INSTALLED SHIELD OVER FRONT LATCHES. FIX DID NOT WORK. LATCH WON'T RESET CAN'T CLOSE DOOR ALSO WORRIED DOOR CAN POP OPEN. THE ORIGNAL FIX NEVER REALLY WORKED. HAPPENS EACH WINTER. GREASE HAS BEEN RE APPLIED TO LATCH. *TR

Jan 31, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 40,000 mi

REGARDING CAMPAIGN NUMBER 06V383000 DEALER INSTALLED SHIELD OVER FRONT LATCHES. FIX DID NOT WORK. LATCH WON'T RESET CAN'T CLOSE DOOR ALSO WORRIED DOOR CAN POP OPEN. THE ORIGNAL FIX NEVER REALLY WORKED. HAPPENS EACH WINTER. GREASE HAS BEEN RE APPLIED TO LATCH. *TR

Jan 27, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED MY SECOND CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

Jan 27, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

I HAVE EXPERIENCED MY SECOND CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

Jan 21, 2011 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS FOR A YEAR THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ON A INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO STALL ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VE...

Jan 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS FOR A YEAR THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ON A INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO STALL ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VE...

Jan 21, 2011 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS FOR A YEAR THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ON A INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO STALL ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VE...

Jan 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS FOR A YEAR THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ON A INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO STALL ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VE...

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 95,000 mi

ALL WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION MESSAGE CAME UP. THE MESSAGE WOULD NOT CLEAR. REMAINS ON CONSTANTLY. RESULT IS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE ONLY, CREATES UNSAFE DRIVING IN SNOW OR SLICK STREETS. WENT TO THE DEALER AND HE SAID IT WAS A SENSOR AND WOULD COST $500.00 BUT EXPECT THAT PRICE TO SNOWBALL. PRICE WILL...

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 95,000 mi

ALL WHEEL DRIVE MALFUNCTION MESSAGE CAME UP. THE MESSAGE WOULD NOT CLEAR. REMAINS ON CONSTANTLY. RESULT IS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE ONLY, CREATES UNSAFE DRIVING IN SNOW OR SLICK STREETS. WENT TO THE DEALER AND HE SAID IT WAS A SENSOR AND WOULD COST $500.00 BUT EXPECT THAT PRICE TO SNOWBALL. PRICE WILL...

Dec 27, 2010 Structure 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. 76,000 MILES. RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM SHEERED OFF FROM FRAME AT MOUNTING POINT WHILE TRAVELING AT ~20 MPH ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. THE FAILURE POINT WAS THE SHEET METAL ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO, NOT THE ACTUAL CONTROL ARM. *TR

Dec 27, 2010 Suspension 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. 76,000 MILES. RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM SHEERED OFF FROM FRAME AT MOUNTING POINT WHILE TRAVELING AT ~20 MPH ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. THE FAILURE POINT WAS THE SHEET METAL ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO, NOT THE ACTUAL CONTROL ARM. *TR

Dec 27, 2010 Structure 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. 76,000 MILES. RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM SHEERED OFF FROM FRAME AT MOUNTING POINT WHILE TRAVELING AT ~20 MPH ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. THE FAILURE POINT WAS THE SHEET METAL ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO, NOT THE ACTUAL CONTROL ARM. *TR

Dec 27, 2010 Suspension 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. 76,000 MILES. RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM SHEERED OFF FROM FRAME AT MOUNTING POINT WHILE TRAVELING AT ~20 MPH ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. THE FAILURE POINT WAS THE SHEET METAL ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO, NOT THE ACTUAL CONTROL ARM. *TR

Dec 25, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-THE AC COMPRESSOR AND DRIER WAS REPLACED AT ABOUT 93,000 MILES THROUGH THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. IT ONLY COST ME 75.00 . NO BIG DEAL RIGHT. THE TOTAL BILL WAS NEARLY 1600.00 FOR THE WARRANTY COMPANY. NOW AT 125,000 MILES, IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN. NO WARRANTY. I'VE TO PAY. IT IS ...

Dec 25, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE-THE AC COMPRESSOR AND DRIER WAS REPLACED AT ABOUT 93,000 MILES THROUGH THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. IT ONLY COST ME 75.00 . NO BIG DEAL RIGHT. THE TOTAL BILL WAS NEARLY 1600.00 FOR THE WARRANTY COMPANY. NOW AT 125,000 MILES, IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN. NO WARRANTY. I'VE TO PAY. IT IS ...

Dec 23, 2010 Electrical System 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOST POWER AND ALL OF THE GAUGES STOPPED WORKING AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE LAST FROM A FEW SECONDS TO A FEW MINUTES. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE TH...

Dec 23, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

THIS HAPPENED AGAIN TODAY. FIRST NOTICED SUMMER 2010. HAVE AROUND 80,000 MILES NOW. VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD. RPM SPIKES DURING DRIVING EVERY DAY NO MATTER WHAT SPEED DRIVING TO 3K-4K. VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS AS WELL. HAVE HIT THE SIDE OF MY GARAGE WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAK...

Dec 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD UNTIL EXTREME PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO RECUR INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY ...

Dec 23, 2010 Electrical System 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOST POWER AND ALL OF THE GAUGES STOPPED WORKING AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE LAST FROM A FEW SECONDS TO A FEW MINUTES. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE TH...

Dec 23, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

THIS HAPPENED AGAIN TODAY. FIRST NOTICED SUMMER 2010. HAVE AROUND 80,000 MILES NOW. VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD. RPM SPIKES DURING DRIVING EVERY DAY NO MATTER WHAT SPEED DRIVING TO 3K-4K. VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD AT SLOW SPEEDS AS WELL. HAVE HIT THE SIDE OF MY GARAGE WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAK...

Dec 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN LOW SPEED THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD UNTIL EXTREME PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO RECUR INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY ...

Dec 22, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DOOR LATCHES FAILED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) YET THE FAILURE PERSISTED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS AND ONLY IN COLD TEMP...

Dec 22, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DOOR LATCHES FAILED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH) YET THE FAILURE PERSISTED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS AND ONLY IN COLD TEMP...

Dec 7, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 48000 MILES ON SUDDENLY NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. THE DEALER GAVE AN OPTION OF SPENDING A $1000 DOLLARS TO "POSSIBLY" FIX IT BUT CANNOT GUARANTEE ELSE WE HAVE TO SPEND $5500 ON A NEW TRANSMISSION. SOMETHING IS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH FORD IF AFTER 5 YEARS I HAVE TO SPEND OVE...

Dec 7, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 48000 MILES ON SUDDENLY NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. THE DEALER GAVE AN OPTION OF SPENDING A $1000 DOLLARS TO "POSSIBLY" FIX IT BUT CANNOT GUARANTEE ELSE WE HAVE TO SPEND $5500 ON A NEW TRANSMISSION. SOMETHING IS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH FORD IF AFTER 5 YEARS I HAVE TO SPEND OVE...

Dec 3, 2010 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

AT THE START OF THE WINTER HERE IN MINNESOTA, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD FAIL TO LATCH INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN THIS WOULD OCCUR, THERE WAS NOTHING TO PREVENT THE DOOR FROM SWINGING OPEN WHILE DRIVING. FORD ISSUED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE (06S45) IN 2006 TO "FIX" THIS KNOWN ...

Dec 3, 2010 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

AT THE START OF THE WINTER HERE IN MINNESOTA, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD FAIL TO LATCH INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN THIS WOULD OCCUR, THERE WAS NOTHING TO PREVENT THE DOOR FROM SWINGING OPEN WHILE DRIVING. FORD ISSUED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE (06S45) IN 2006 TO "FIX" THIS KNOWN ...

Dec 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,721 mi

THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AFTER CAR DID NOT START - 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT, JERKING/LURCHING OF THE VEHICLE ONCE STARTED AND FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. HESITATED TO START ON MANY OCCASIONS IF CAR IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AS IF NO GASOLINE IN VEHICLE. ALSO, ON OCCASIONS, CAR STALLED IN...

Dec 2, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,721 mi

THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AFTER CAR DID NOT START - 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT, JERKING/LURCHING OF THE VEHICLE ONCE STARTED AND FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. HESITATED TO START ON MANY OCCASIONS IF CAR IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AS IF NO GASOLINE IN VEHICLE. ALSO, ON OCCASIONS, CAR STALLED IN...

Dec 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,721 mi

THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AFTER CAR DID NOT START - 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT, JERKING/LURCHING OF THE VEHICLE ONCE STARTED AND FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. HESITATED TO START ON MANY OCCASIONS IF CAR IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AS IF NO GASOLINE IN VEHICLE. ALSO, ON OCCASIONS, CAR STALLED IN...

Dec 2, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,721 mi

THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AFTER CAR DID NOT START - 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT, JERKING/LURCHING OF THE VEHICLE ONCE STARTED AND FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. HESITATED TO START ON MANY OCCASIONS IF CAR IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AS IF NO GASOLINE IN VEHICLE. ALSO, ON OCCASIONS, CAR STALLED IN...

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED WITH 81,000 MILES A COUPLE MONTHS LATER IT BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD WITH THE BRAKE ON. THEN AT 98,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FOUR-LANE THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY QUIT. I HAD IT TOWED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY ARE SAYING THE TRANSMISSION IS ...

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE USED WITH 81,000 MILES A COUPLE MONTHS LATER IT BEGAN TO SURGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD WITH THE BRAKE ON. THEN AT 98,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FOUR-LANE THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY QUIT. I HAD IT TOWED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY ARE SAYING THE TRANSMISSION IS ...

Nov 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SURGING ENGINE. SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY MULTIPLE TIMES. GOES INTO ENGINE SAFE MODE. FORD KNOWS ABOUT THIS THROTTLE BODY ISSUE AND REFUSES TO RECALL IT. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. THEY ARE WAITING ON MANY DEATHS AND LAWSUITS. *TR

Nov 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,554 mi

VEHICLE HAS STALLED AT LEAST 10 TIMES SINCE NEW, DEALER INSPECTED AND FOUND NO FAULT CODES. LATEST INCIDENT OCCURRED 11/28/10. *TR

Nov 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SURGING ENGINE. SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY MULTIPLE TIMES. GOES INTO ENGINE SAFE MODE. FORD KNOWS ABOUT THIS THROTTLE BODY ISSUE AND REFUSES TO RECALL IT. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. THEY ARE WAITING ON MANY DEATHS AND LAWSUITS. *TR

Nov 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,554 mi

VEHICLE HAS STALLED AT LEAST 10 TIMES SINCE NEW, DEALER INSPECTED AND FOUND NO FAULT CODES. LATEST INCIDENT OCCURRED 11/28/10. *TR

Nov 17, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WOULD NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE "CHECK ENGINE LOW FUEL LEVEL" WARNING LIGHT. IN ADDITION, THE WRENCH WARNING SYMBOL AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICAT...

Nov 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

I BOUGHT A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND IT HAS BEEN A GOOD CAR UP UNTIL THE PAST 6 MONTHS. WITHIN THOSE MONTHS I HAVE HAD THE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET BREAK AND THE CAR, DURING STOP AND GO DRIVING, WILL RANDOMLY LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. WHEN THE CAR DECIDES TO LUNGE, EVEN WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BR...

Nov 17, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WOULD NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE "CHECK ENGINE LOW FUEL LEVEL" WARNING LIGHT. IN ADDITION, THE WRENCH WARNING SYMBOL AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICAT...

Nov 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

I BOUGHT A USED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND IT HAS BEEN A GOOD CAR UP UNTIL THE PAST 6 MONTHS. WITHIN THOSE MONTHS I HAVE HAD THE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET BREAK AND THE CAR, DURING STOP AND GO DRIVING, WILL RANDOMLY LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. WHEN THE CAR DECIDES TO LUNGE, EVEN WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BR...

Nov 10, 2010 Traction Control System 111,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS "AWD MALFUNCTION" MESSAGE (FORD DIAGNOSTIC CODE: P1889). MALFUNCTION MESSAGE COMES ON SPORADICALLY. NO CLEAR REASON FOR THE MALFUNCTION. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR IDLING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE REVERTS TO 2WD. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING (ESPECIALLY IN WET, SNOW...

Nov 10, 2010 Power Train 111,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS "AWD MALFUNCTION" MESSAGE (FORD DIAGNOSTIC CODE: P1889). MALFUNCTION MESSAGE COMES ON SPORADICALLY. NO CLEAR REASON FOR THE MALFUNCTION. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR IDLING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE REVERTS TO 2WD. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING (ESPECIALLY IN WET, SNOW...

Nov 10, 2010 Traction Control System 111,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS "AWD MALFUNCTION" MESSAGE (FORD DIAGNOSTIC CODE: P1889). MALFUNCTION MESSAGE COMES ON SPORADICALLY. NO CLEAR REASON FOR THE MALFUNCTION. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR IDLING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE REVERTS TO 2WD. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING (ESPECIALLY IN WET, SNOW...

Nov 10, 2010 Power Train 111,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS "AWD MALFUNCTION" MESSAGE (FORD DIAGNOSTIC CODE: P1889). MALFUNCTION MESSAGE COMES ON SPORADICALLY. NO CLEAR REASON FOR THE MALFUNCTION. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR IDLING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE REVERTS TO 2WD. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING (ESPECIALLY IN WET, SNOW...

Nov 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN PATRICK T MCHENRY REGARDING CONCERNS FOR THE RECALL OF A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE (DOT/I#2010-2207) *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. *JB

Nov 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN PATRICK T MCHENRY REGARDING CONCERNS FOR THE RECALL OF A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE (DOT/I#2010-2207) *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. *JB

Nov 3, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE OFF NEW CAR LOT BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH ENGINE SURGING WHILE A/C WAS RUNNING. HAVE HAD IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED AND THE YEAR 2010 IS NOW ENDING. ON MANY OCCASIONS WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, T...

Nov 3, 2010 Power Train 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE OFF NEW CAR LOT BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH ENGINE SURGING WHILE A/C WAS RUNNING. HAVE HAD IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED AND THE YEAR 2010 IS NOW ENDING. ON MANY OCCASIONS WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, T...

Nov 3, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE OFF NEW CAR LOT BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH ENGINE SURGING WHILE A/C WAS RUNNING. HAVE HAD IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED AND THE YEAR 2010 IS NOW ENDING. ON MANY OCCASIONS WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, T...

Nov 3, 2010 Power Train 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE OFF NEW CAR LOT BEGAN HAVING TROUBLE WITH ENGINE SURGING WHILE A/C WAS RUNNING. HAVE HAD IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED AND THE YEAR 2010 IS NOW ENDING. ON MANY OCCASIONS WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, T...

Oct 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

SURGING/LURCHING UNEXPECTEDLY WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I TAKE MY CHILDREN TO AND FROM SCHOOL AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. I ALMOST HIT A GROUP OF CHILDREN CROSSING IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO MY CAR SURGING UNEXPECTEDLY. I HAVE BEEN HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY CAR FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND CHECKED PERI...

Oct 28, 2010 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE DOWN THE ROAD THE ENTIRE CLUSTER WILL START CUTTING OUT ALL THE LIGHTS WILL COME ON. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING 30 MILE PER HOUR. I PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF MY VEHICLE, A FEW SECONDS LATER I RESTARTED MY VEHICLE THE LIGHTS STILL CAME ON THEY STA...

Oct 28, 2010 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE DOWN THE ROAD THE ENTIRE CLUSTER WILL START CUTTING OUT ALL THE LIGHTS WILL COME ON. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING 30 MILE PER HOUR. I PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF MY VEHICLE, A FEW SECONDS LATER I RESTARTED MY VEHICLE THE LIGHTS STILL CAME ON THEY STA...

Oct 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

SURGING/LURCHING UNEXPECTEDLY WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. I TAKE MY CHILDREN TO AND FROM SCHOOL AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. I ALMOST HIT A GROUP OF CHILDREN CROSSING IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO MY CAR SURGING UNEXPECTEDLY. I HAVE BEEN HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY CAR FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND CHECKED PERI...

Oct 28, 2010 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE DOWN THE ROAD THE ENTIRE CLUSTER WILL START CUTTING OUT ALL THE LIGHTS WILL COME ON. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING 30 MILE PER HOUR. I PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF MY VEHICLE, A FEW SECONDS LATER I RESTARTED MY VEHICLE THE LIGHTS STILL CAME ON THEY STA...

Oct 28, 2010 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE DOWN THE ROAD THE ENTIRE CLUSTER WILL START CUTTING OUT ALL THE LIGHTS WILL COME ON. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING 30 MILE PER HOUR. I PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF MY VEHICLE, A FEW SECONDS LATER I RESTARTED MY VEHICLE THE LIGHTS STILL CAME ON THEY STA...

Oct 25, 2010 Electrical System 59,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AT NIGHT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS NOT LIT AND ALL LIGHTS TURNED OFF. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AFTER TEN SECONDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE CONTACT REP...

Oct 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AND THE FAIL SAFE GATE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON RESTART, THE LIGHT WAS STILL ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT....

Oct 25, 2010 Electrical System 59,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AT NIGHT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS NOT LIT AND ALL LIGHTS TURNED OFF. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AFTER TEN SECONDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE CONTACT REP...

Oct 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AND THE FAIL SAFE GATE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON RESTART, THE LIGHT WAS STILL ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT....

Oct 8, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONSISTENTLY SURGES BOTH IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS COMPLETELY UNEXPECTED AND IS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL WHEN OCCURS. IT CAN HAPPEN AT A DEAD STOP OR WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD FOR DRIVER, PASSENGER AND ANY ONE AROUND CAR WHEN THIS HAPPENS. IT LURCHES FORWARD OR...

Oct 8, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONSISTENTLY SURGES BOTH IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS COMPLETELY UNEXPECTED AND IS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL WHEN OCCURS. IT CAN HAPPEN AT A DEAD STOP OR WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD FOR DRIVER, PASSENGER AND ANY ONE AROUND CAR WHEN THIS HAPPENS. IT LURCHES FORWARD OR...

Oct 7, 2010 Power Train 55,500 mi

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGES FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPUTTERS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE ENGIN...

Oct 7, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,500 mi

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGES FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPUTTERS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE ENGIN...

Oct 7, 2010 Power Train 55,500 mi

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGES FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPUTTERS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE ENGIN...

Oct 7, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 55,500 mi

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGES FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPUTTERS AND GOES INTO FAILSAFE ENGIN...

Oct 5, 2010 Power Train 52,781 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 53,000 MILES EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER WITH WRENCH LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING. FIRST TRIP TO DEALER, THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPLACED AIR FILTER INDICATING THAT THE FILTER HAD SLIPPED OUT OF THE HOUSING AND WAS BLOCKING AIR FLOW. WITHIN 2 WEEKS WE HAVE...

Oct 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,781 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 53,000 MILES EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER WITH WRENCH LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING. FIRST TRIP TO DEALER, THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPLACED AIR FILTER INDICATING THAT THE FILTER HAD SLIPPED OUT OF THE HOUSING AND WAS BLOCKING AIR FLOW. WITHIN 2 WEEKS WE HAVE...

Oct 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT VERY LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE AND SURGE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE OR TWICE A DAY BUT ONLY AT LOW SPEEDS. THE CONTACT HAD TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP SURGING. THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Oct 5, 2010 Power Train 52,781 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 53,000 MILES EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER WITH WRENCH LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING. FIRST TRIP TO DEALER, THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPLACED AIR FILTER INDICATING THAT THE FILTER HAD SLIPPED OUT OF THE HOUSING AND WAS BLOCKING AIR FLOW. WITHIN 2 WEEKS WE HAVE...

Oct 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,781 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 53,000 MILES EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER WITH WRENCH LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING. FIRST TRIP TO DEALER, THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPLACED AIR FILTER INDICATING THAT THE FILTER HAD SLIPPED OUT OF THE HOUSING AND WAS BLOCKING AIR FLOW. WITHIN 2 WEEKS WE HAVE...

Oct 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT VERY LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE AND SURGE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE OR TWICE A DAY BUT ONLY AT LOW SPEEDS. THE CONTACT HAD TO RAPIDLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP SURGING. THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Oct 3, 2010 Fuel System, Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE AS THOUGH THE ACCELERATOR IS BEING DEPRESSED. ONCE, WITH MY TWO-YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE CAR, I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND THE CAR ACCELERATED INTO THE RETAINING WALL; THE DAMAGE WAS SIMPLE A BUCKLED LICENSE PLATE BUT WHAT IF THIS HAPPENED ON A BUSY...

Oct 3, 2010 Fuel System, Other

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD AND IN REVERSE AS THOUGH THE ACCELERATOR IS BEING DEPRESSED. ONCE, WITH MY TWO-YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE CAR, I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND THE CAR ACCELERATED INTO THE RETAINING WALL; THE DAMAGE WAS SIMPLE A BUCKLED LICENSE PLATE BUT WHAT IF THIS HAPPENED ON A BUSY...

Sep 30, 2010 Power Train 114,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE- WITH A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER- NO RENTAL GIVEN BY COMPANY. "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ONE BECAUSE OF IT- THEY INSIST THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE (I DRIVE 75 MILES BACK AND FORTH TO WORK EVERYDAY). I AM SORRY- BUT DRIVING THAT MA...

Sep 30, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE- WITH A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER- NO RENTAL GIVEN BY COMPANY. "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ONE BECAUSE OF IT- THEY INSIST THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE (I DRIVE 75 MILES BACK AND FORTH TO WORK EVERYDAY). I AM SORRY- BUT DRIVING THAT MA...

Sep 30, 2010 Power Train 114,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE- WITH A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER- NO RENTAL GIVEN BY COMPANY. "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ONE BECAUSE OF IT- THEY INSIST THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE (I DRIVE 75 MILES BACK AND FORTH TO WORK EVERYDAY). I AM SORRY- BUT DRIVING THAT MA...

Sep 30, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE- WITH A THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER- NO RENTAL GIVEN BY COMPANY. "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ONE BECAUSE OF IT- THEY INSIST THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE (I DRIVE 75 MILES BACK AND FORTH TO WORK EVERYDAY). I AM SORRY- BUT DRIVING THAT MA...

Sep 27, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGE'S FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE, STALLS DASH DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE". THIS OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 2 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGE'S FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE, STALLS DASH DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE". THIS OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 2 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Fuel System, Other

CAR LUNGES AND SURGES WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. RPM REV WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE. IT HAS DONE THIS REPEATEDLY SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. IT USED TO HAPPEN MORE IN THE HEAT NOW IS HAPPENING FREQUENTLY. PERHAPS NOW THE DEALERSHIP WILL BELIEVE ...

Sep 27, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGE'S FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE, STALLS DASH DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE". THIS OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 2 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ACCELERATING ON IT'S OWN AND LUNGE'S FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. VEHICLE TRIES TO LUNGE, STALLS DASH DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE". THIS OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR OVER THE PAST 2 YEARS AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE IN THE PAST MONTHS. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Fuel System, Other

CAR LUNGES AND SURGES WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. RPM REV WHEN IN REVERSE OR DRIVE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE. IT HAS DONE THIS REPEATEDLY SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. IT USED TO HAPPEN MORE IN THE HEAT NOW IS HAPPENING FREQUENTLY. PERHAPS NOW THE DEALERSHIP WILL BELIEVE ...

Sep 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,034 mi

WHEN SITTING IDLE WITH A/C ON, ENGINE REVS ON IT'S OWN AND HAS GONE INTO FAILSAFE MODE. WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, CAR LUNGES WHILE IN REVERSE CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE IF THE BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED QUICK ENOUGH. THE CAR ALSO LUNGES FORWARD WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THE CAR HAS A T...

Sep 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,034 mi

WHEN SITTING IDLE WITH A/C ON, ENGINE REVS ON IT'S OWN AND HAS GONE INTO FAILSAFE MODE. WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, CAR LUNGES WHILE IN REVERSE CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE IF THE BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED QUICK ENOUGH. THE CAR ALSO LUNGES FORWARD WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. THE CAR HAS A T...

Sep 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,590 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOT OF DUST COMING FROM THE REAR BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR INSPECTION AT 11,000 MILES AND THE LOCAL TECHNICIAN INFORMED HIM THAT THE REAR BRAKES PADS WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY WERE REPLACED BY A FORD DEALER AND THE ...

Sep 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,590 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOT OF DUST COMING FROM THE REAR BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR INSPECTION AT 11,000 MILES AND THE LOCAL TECHNICIAN INFORMED HIM THAT THE REAR BRAKES PADS WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY WERE REPLACED BY A FORD DEALER AND THE ...

Sep 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. BY NOVEMBER 2008 THE REAR BRAKES BEGAN GRINDING. I HAD THEM REPLACED AT MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP; IT WAS STILL UNDER THE 3 YEAR/ 36,000 MILES WARRANTY. NOW, A YEAR AND A HALF LATER THE BRAKES ARE GRINDING AGAIN AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Sep 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JANUARY 2006. BY NOVEMBER 2008 THE REAR BRAKES BEGAN GRINDING. I HAD THEM REPLACED AT MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP; IT WAS STILL UNDER THE 3 YEAR/ 36,000 MILES WARRANTY. NOW, A YEAR AND A HALF LATER THE BRAKES ARE GRINDING AGAIN AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE...

Sep 18, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

HAVE BEEN HAVING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CAR LUNGING, SUDDEN ACCELERATION ESPECIALLY WHEN STOPPED. TODAY IT STARTED AND A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON BUT WENT AWAY WHEN I TURNED THE CAR OFF. LATER IT STARTED SURGING VERY BADLY AGAIN AND I PUT FUEL CLEANER IN THE TANK WHEN I FILLED IT UP. A FEW HOURS LATER I ...

Sep 18, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

HAVE BEEN HAVING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CAR LUNGING, SUDDEN ACCELERATION ESPECIALLY WHEN STOPPED. TODAY IT STARTED AND A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON BUT WENT AWAY WHEN I TURNED THE CAR OFF. LATER IT STARTED SURGING VERY BADLY AGAIN AND I PUT FUEL CLEANER IN THE TANK WHEN I FILLED IT UP. A FEW HOURS LATER I ...

Sep 18, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

HAVE BEEN HAVING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CAR LUNGING, SUDDEN ACCELERATION ESPECIALLY WHEN STOPPED. TODAY IT STARTED AND A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON BUT WENT AWAY WHEN I TURNED THE CAR OFF. LATER IT STARTED SURGING VERY BADLY AGAIN AND I PUT FUEL CLEANER IN THE TANK WHEN I FILLED IT UP. A FEW HOURS LATER I ...

Sep 18, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

HAVE BEEN HAVING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH CAR LUNGING, SUDDEN ACCELERATION ESPECIALLY WHEN STOPPED. TODAY IT STARTED AND A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON BUT WENT AWAY WHEN I TURNED THE CAR OFF. LATER IT STARTED SURGING VERY BADLY AGAIN AND I PUT FUEL CLEANER IN THE TANK WHEN I FILLED IT UP. A FEW HOURS LATER I ...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System 58,456 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 58,000 MILES SUDDENLY LOOSES ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATIONS AND THE ENGINE THEN DIES. RESTART IS POSSIBLE AND INSTRUMENTS THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. THIS USUALLY OCCURS WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE CAR BUT HAS HAPPENED AT SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CLAIM...

Sep 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,456 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 58,000 MILES SUDDENLY LOOSES ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATIONS AND THE ENGINE THEN DIES. RESTART IS POSSIBLE AND INSTRUMENTS THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. THIS USUALLY OCCURS WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE CAR BUT HAS HAPPENED AT SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CLAIM...

Sep 17, 2010 Power Train 42,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CVT TRANSMISSION. THE CAR DID NOT SHOW ANY PREVIOUS SIGNS OF PROBLEMS OR ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHTS. IN MAY OF 2009 THE CAR HAD APPROXIMATELY 42,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION "SLIPPED A ROD" CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO E...

Sep 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CVT TRANSMISSION. THE CAR DID NOT SHOW ANY PREVIOUS SIGNS OF PROBLEMS OR ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHTS. IN MAY OF 2009 THE CAR HAD APPROXIMATELY 42,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION "SLIPPED A ROD" CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO E...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System 58,456 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 58,000 MILES SUDDENLY LOOSES ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATIONS AND THE ENGINE THEN DIES. RESTART IS POSSIBLE AND INSTRUMENTS THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. THIS USUALLY OCCURS WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE CAR BUT HAS HAPPENED AT SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CLAIM...

Sep 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,456 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 58,000 MILES SUDDENLY LOOSES ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATIONS AND THE ENGINE THEN DIES. RESTART IS POSSIBLE AND INSTRUMENTS THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. THIS USUALLY OCCURS WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE CAR BUT HAS HAPPENED AT SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CLAIM...

Sep 17, 2010 Power Train 42,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CVT TRANSMISSION. THE CAR DID NOT SHOW ANY PREVIOUS SIGNS OF PROBLEMS OR ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHTS. IN MAY OF 2009 THE CAR HAD APPROXIMATELY 42,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION "SLIPPED A ROD" CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO E...

Sep 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CVT TRANSMISSION. THE CAR DID NOT SHOW ANY PREVIOUS SIGNS OF PROBLEMS OR ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHTS. IN MAY OF 2009 THE CAR HAD APPROXIMATELY 42,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION "SLIPPED A ROD" CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO E...

Sep 16, 2010 Power Train 67,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION VIBRATING EXCESSIVELY AND MAKING LOUD NOISE WHEN SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 67,000 MILES. HAD TO REPLACE WITH A FORD REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION. *TR

Sep 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS SO FAST YOU HAVE TO BRAKE WITH BOTH FEET AND PULL AGAINST STEERING WHEEL TO STOP CAR. CAR TRIPS INTO FAILSAFE MODE AFTER THIS HAPPENS (WOULD BE TOO LATE, YOU WOULD HAVE HIT SOMETHING BY THEN)DEALER SAYS IT IS THE BAD ...

Sep 16, 2010 Electrical System 74,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS SO FAST YOU HAVE TO BRAKE WITH BOTH FEET AND PULL AGAINST STEERING WHEEL TO STOP CAR. CAR TRIPS INTO FAILSAFE MODE AFTER THIS HAPPENS (WOULD BE TOO LATE, YOU WOULD HAVE HIT SOMETHING BY THEN)DEALER SAYS IT IS THE BAD ...

Sep 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 91,346 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND SHIFTED INTO FAIL SAFE MODE WHICH REDUCED THE POWER OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTO RETAIL STORE FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE RESULTS INDICATED THAT THE...

Sep 16, 2010 Power Train 67,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION VIBRATING EXCESSIVELY AND MAKING LOUD NOISE WHEN SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 67,000 MILES. HAD TO REPLACE WITH A FORD REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION. *TR

Sep 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS SO FAST YOU HAVE TO BRAKE WITH BOTH FEET AND PULL AGAINST STEERING WHEEL TO STOP CAR. CAR TRIPS INTO FAILSAFE MODE AFTER THIS HAPPENS (WOULD BE TOO LATE, YOU WOULD HAVE HIT SOMETHING BY THEN)DEALER SAYS IT IS THE BAD ...

Sep 16, 2010 Electrical System 74,000 mi

THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD DEPENDING IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT IS SO FAST YOU HAVE TO BRAKE WITH BOTH FEET AND PULL AGAINST STEERING WHEEL TO STOP CAR. CAR TRIPS INTO FAILSAFE MODE AFTER THIS HAPPENS (WOULD BE TOO LATE, YOU WOULD HAVE HIT SOMETHING BY THEN)DEALER SAYS IT IS THE BAD ...

Sep 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 91,346 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND SHIFTED INTO FAIL SAFE MODE WHICH REDUCED THE POWER OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTO RETAIL STORE FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE RESULTS INDICATED THAT THE...

Sep 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH IN A PARKING LOT. AS THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AS HE APPLIED THE BRAKES. THERE WAS ALSO AN ABNORMAL INCREA...

Sep 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH IN A PARKING LOT. AS THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AS HE APPLIED THE BRAKES. THERE WAS ALSO AN ABNORMAL INCREA...

Sep 13, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN TOOK OFF WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE. I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR IN THE PARKING LOT!!!!. SINCE THEN IT DOES IT RANDOMLY SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND NOW IT EVEN DOES IT WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE. I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL IN PARKING LOTS AND IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS V...

Sep 13, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN TOOK OFF WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE. I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR IN THE PARKING LOT!!!!. SINCE THEN IT DOES IT RANDOMLY SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND NOW IT EVEN DOES IT WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE. I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL IN PARKING LOTS AND IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS V...

Sep 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ON MAY 2009, THE CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING AFTER HITTING A BAD POT HOLE. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. ON JULY 1, 2009 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF FOR A BRIEF TIME. MECHANIC SAID IT WAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS BEFORE AND SAID IT APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH AN OVERSENSITIVE FUEL SHUT OFF...

Sep 12, 2010 Structure

ON MAY 2009, THE CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING AFTER HITTING A BAD POT HOLE. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. ON JULY 1, 2009 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF FOR A BRIEF TIME. MECHANIC SAID IT WAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS BEFORE AND SAID IT APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH AN OVERSENSITIVE FUEL SHUT OFF...

Sep 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

ON MAY 2009, THE CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING AFTER HITTING A BAD POT HOLE. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. ON JULY 1, 2009 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF FOR A BRIEF TIME. MECHANIC SAID IT WAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS BEFORE AND SAID IT APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH AN OVERSENSITIVE FUEL SHUT OFF...

Sep 12, 2010 Structure

ON MAY 2009, THE CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING AFTER HITTING A BAD POT HOLE. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. ON JULY 1, 2009 THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF FOR A BRIEF TIME. MECHANIC SAID IT WAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS BEFORE AND SAID IT APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH AN OVERSENSITIVE FUEL SHUT OFF...

Sep 11, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 82,100 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE FOR 2 YRS HAVING A PROBLEM WITH FOOT BEING ON BRAKE AND THE THROTTLE WANTING TO GO CAUSING CAR TO SURGE AHEAD - NO ACCIDENT YET - THIS IS OFF AND ON - ALSO IF TURNING HARD WILL SURGE - 2X WENT INTO SAFE ENGINE MODE - CODE P061B AND P2106 THEN AFTER PARKING CAR FOR AWHILE IT WILL ...

Sep 11, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR RANDOMLY LURCHING IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE BACKING UP AND MOVING FORWARD - AFTER THE LURCH IT MAY BE FINE OTHER TIMES IT SHUTS OFF OR THE CAR GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE. PARTICULAR WORRIES ME WHILE BACKING UP IN PARKING LOTS AND SUCH WORRIED IT WOU...

Sep 11, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 82,100 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE FOR 2 YRS HAVING A PROBLEM WITH FOOT BEING ON BRAKE AND THE THROTTLE WANTING TO GO CAUSING CAR TO SURGE AHEAD - NO ACCIDENT YET - THIS IS OFF AND ON - ALSO IF TURNING HARD WILL SURGE - 2X WENT INTO SAFE ENGINE MODE - CODE P061B AND P2106 THEN AFTER PARKING CAR FOR AWHILE IT WILL ...

Sep 11, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR RANDOMLY LURCHING IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE BACKING UP AND MOVING FORWARD - AFTER THE LURCH IT MAY BE FINE OTHER TIMES IT SHUTS OFF OR THE CAR GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE. PARTICULAR WORRIES ME WHILE BACKING UP IN PARKING LOTS AND SUCH WORRIED IT WOU...

Sep 8, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD. THE VEHICLE, WHEN A/C UNIT IS ON AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS BETWEEN 80 AND 90 DEGREE F, SURGES FORWARD VIOLENTLY, APPROX. 1 TO 2 FEET, WHILE TRYING TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP. THEN ENGINE GOES INTO SAFE MODE AND STALLS. WHEN RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM ON THE WEBSITE MYFORDFR...

Sep 8, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 96,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD. THE VEHICLE, WHEN A/C UNIT IS ON AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS BETWEEN 80 AND 90 DEGREE F, SURGES FORWARD VIOLENTLY, APPROX. 1 TO 2 FEET, WHILE TRYING TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP. THEN ENGINE GOES INTO SAFE MODE AND STALLS. WHEN RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM ON THE WEBSITE MYFORDFR...

Sep 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,200 mi

THIS CAR HAS AN APPARENTLY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING, CAUSING: A) SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION FROM A STOP, AND B) SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHEN TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MY WIFE EXPERIENCED BOTH PROBLEMS YESTERDAY. FIRST, WITH MY WIFE'S FOOT ON THE BRAKE,...

Sep 4, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,200 mi

THIS CAR HAS AN APPARENTLY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING, CAUSING: A) SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION FROM A STOP, AND B) SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHEN TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MY WIFE EXPERIENCED BOTH PROBLEMS YESTERDAY. FIRST, WITH MY WIFE'S FOOT ON THE BRAKE,...

Sep 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,200 mi

THIS CAR HAS AN APPARENTLY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING, CAUSING: A) SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION FROM A STOP, AND B) SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHEN TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MY WIFE EXPERIENCED BOTH PROBLEMS YESTERDAY. FIRST, WITH MY WIFE'S FOOT ON THE BRAKE,...

Sep 4, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,200 mi

THIS CAR HAS AN APPARENTLY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY FAILING, CAUSING: A) SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION FROM A STOP, AND B) SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHEN TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MY WIFE EXPERIENCED BOTH PROBLEMS YESTERDAY. FIRST, WITH MY WIFE'S FOOT ON THE BRAKE,...

Sep 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS BEING USED. HE HAD TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING FORWARD. HE NOTICED THAT THE PROBLEM HAD OCCURRED AT LEAST ONCE A DAY, BUT ONL...

Sep 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

WHEN AT A DEAD STOP OR ACCELERATING SLOWLY (AS IN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPACE), THE ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE, REQUIRING HARD BRAKING. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS AT MULTIPLE TIMES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM THIS ENTIRE SUMMER. THE 9/2/10 DATE WAS WHEN IT WAS PARTICULARLY BAD AND P...

Sep 3, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

WHEN AT A DEAD STOP OR ACCELERATING SLOWLY (AS IN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPACE), THE ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE, REQUIRING HARD BRAKING. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS AT MULTIPLE TIMES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM THIS ENTIRE SUMMER. THE 9/2/10 DATE WAS WHEN IT WAS PARTICULARLY BAD AND P...

Sep 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS BEING USED. HE HAD TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING FORWARD. HE NOTICED THAT THE PROBLEM HAD OCCURRED AT LEAST ONCE A DAY, BUT ONL...

Sep 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

WHEN AT A DEAD STOP OR ACCELERATING SLOWLY (AS IN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPACE), THE ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE, REQUIRING HARD BRAKING. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS AT MULTIPLE TIMES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM THIS ENTIRE SUMMER. THE 9/2/10 DATE WAS WHEN IT WAS PARTICULARLY BAD AND P...

Sep 3, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

WHEN AT A DEAD STOP OR ACCELERATING SLOWLY (AS IN PULLING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPACE), THE ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE, REQUIRING HARD BRAKING. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS AT MULTIPLE TIMES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM THIS ENTIRE SUMMER. THE 9/2/10 DATE WAS WHEN IT WAS PARTICULARLY BAD AND P...

Sep 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,280 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH OUR CAR GOING INTOFAIL SAFE MODE. THIS HAS HAPPEN BACKING UP AFTER FIRST STARTING OUT, BUT HAS ALSO OCCURRED COMING TO A STOP AT INTERSECTIONS. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD AND THEN DISPLAYS THE FAIL SAFE. IN FAIL SAFE, ...

Sep 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,280 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH OUR CAR GOING INTOFAIL SAFE MODE. THIS HAS HAPPEN BACKING UP AFTER FIRST STARTING OUT, BUT HAS ALSO OCCURRED COMING TO A STOP AT INTERSECTIONS. THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD AND THEN DISPLAYS THE FAIL SAFE. IN FAIL SAFE, ...

Sep 1, 2010 Power Train 112,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PLACED IN GEAR AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. ALSO LUNGES BACKWARD WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT 5 MONTHS AND SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE. WORRIED ABOUT THE CAR HITTING A PERSON OR ANOTHER CAR. *TR

Sep 1, 2010 Power Train 112,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PLACED IN GEAR AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. ALSO LUNGES BACKWARD WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT 5 MONTHS AND SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE. WORRIED ABOUT THE CAR HITTING A PERSON OR ANOTHER CAR. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR BRAKING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE POWER SPORADICALLY AND WOULD ENGAGE THE SAFE MODE. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSIO...

Aug 31, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WHEN MY A/C IS RUNNING AND I'M APPLYING OR RELEASING MY BRAKES - USUALLY WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT OR BACKING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Electrical System 41,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WOULD EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT LOSS OF THE ELECTRICAL TO THE GAUGES AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE GAUGES WOULD SWEEP TO ZERO AND THEN MOMENTARILY SWEEP BACK. THE LENGTH OF THE LOSS OF ELECTRICAL IS INCREASING WITH EACH INTERMITTENT FAILURE. TWICE NOW THE VEHICLE HAS ALSO LOST ACCELERATION...

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 41,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WOULD EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT LOSS OF THE ELECTRICAL TO THE GAUGES AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE GAUGES WOULD SWEEP TO ZERO AND THEN MOMENTARILY SWEEP BACK. THE LENGTH OF THE LOSS OF ELECTRICAL IS INCREASING WITH EACH INTERMITTENT FAILURE. TWICE NOW THE VEHICLE HAS ALSO LOST ACCELERATION...

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR BRAKING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY LUNGE FORWARD. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE POWER SPORADICALLY AND WOULD ENGAGE THE SAFE MODE. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSIO...

Aug 31, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WHEN MY A/C IS RUNNING AND I'M APPLYING OR RELEASING MY BRAKES - USUALLY WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT OR BACKING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Electrical System 41,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WOULD EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT LOSS OF THE ELECTRICAL TO THE GAUGES AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE GAUGES WOULD SWEEP TO ZERO AND THEN MOMENTARILY SWEEP BACK. THE LENGTH OF THE LOSS OF ELECTRICAL IS INCREASING WITH EACH INTERMITTENT FAILURE. TWICE NOW THE VEHICLE HAS ALSO LOST ACCELERATION...

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 41,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WOULD EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT LOSS OF THE ELECTRICAL TO THE GAUGES AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE GAUGES WOULD SWEEP TO ZERO AND THEN MOMENTARILY SWEEP BACK. THE LENGTH OF THE LOSS OF ELECTRICAL IS INCREASING WITH EACH INTERMITTENT FAILURE. TWICE NOW THE VEHICLE HAS ALSO LOST ACCELERATION...

Aug 30, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD, APPROX 80,000 MILES. WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, CAR SURGES OR LUNGES WHEN NOT PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION THAT NEEDS A RECALL FIX PUT IN PLACE. NOTICED THAT THE RPM GAUGE JUMPS UP ABOUT 200 TO 300 RPM, ENOUGH TO OVERCOME THE BRAKES. T...

Aug 30, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED AWD, APPROX 80,000 MILES. WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, CAR SURGES OR LUNGES WHEN NOT PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION THAT NEEDS A RECALL FIX PUT IN PLACE. NOTICED THAT THE RPM GAUGE JUMPS UP ABOUT 200 TO 300 RPM, ENOUGH TO OVERCOME THE BRAKES. T...

Aug 29, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TWO YEARS AGO. THIS PAST YEAR (2010) HAVE EXPERIENCED SURGING WHEN PLACING MY CAR IN REVERSE- CONSISTENTLY HAPPENS EVERY TIME I START MY CAR AND PLACE INTO REVERSE. THIS PAST WEEK (8.26.2010) I ALMOST REAR ENDED A CAR WHILE WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE CAR ST...

Aug 29, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TWO YEARS AGO. THIS PAST YEAR (2010) HAVE EXPERIENCED SURGING WHEN PLACING MY CAR IN REVERSE- CONSISTENTLY HAPPENS EVERY TIME I START MY CAR AND PLACE INTO REVERSE. THIS PAST WEEK (8.26.2010) I ALMOST REAR ENDED A CAR WHILE WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE CAR ST...

Aug 27, 2010 Power Train 75,402 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED BEFORE STALLING. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY AND VICE VERSA...

Aug 27, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND OVER THE PAST 6 MONTHS IT HAS SURGED UNEXPLAINABLY A DOZEN PLUS TIMES, TO A POINT WHERE MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. THIS HAS HAPPENED BOTH SOON AFTER THE CAR HAS BEEN STARTED AND, WITH A FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR IS PUT INTO D OR R. THANKFULLY THE CAR BRAKE WAS ...

Aug 27, 2010 Power Train 75,402 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED BEFORE STALLING. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY AND VICE VERSA...

Aug 27, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND OVER THE PAST 6 MONTHS IT HAS SURGED UNEXPLAINABLY A DOZEN PLUS TIMES, TO A POINT WHERE MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. THIS HAS HAPPENED BOTH SOON AFTER THE CAR HAS BEEN STARTED AND, WITH A FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR IS PUT INTO D OR R. THANKFULLY THE CAR BRAKE WAS ...

Aug 26, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS WE HAD NOTICED THAT WHEN WE SHIFTED OUR VEHICLE INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE) THE CAR WOULD LURCH FORWARD/BACKWARD AS WE CAME OFF THE BRAKE. SEVERAL WEEKS AGO, MY WIFE HAD THE VEHICLE IN LINE AT MY DAUGHTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DRIVEWAY WAITING TO PICK HER UP. AS SHE RELEASED PRE...

Aug 26, 2010 Electrical System 58,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. 3 DIFFERENT INCIDENTS WHEN THE CAR WAS STOPPED, LURCHED FORWARD AND THEN THE DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON READING "ENGINE SAFE FAILED" TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED. 3RD TIME IT HAPPENED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON WITH THE EMISSIONS LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD. TOOK CAR TO DEALER...

Aug 26, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS WE HAD NOTICED THAT WHEN WE SHIFTED OUR VEHICLE INTO GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE) THE CAR WOULD LURCH FORWARD/BACKWARD AS WE CAME OFF THE BRAKE. SEVERAL WEEKS AGO, MY WIFE HAD THE VEHICLE IN LINE AT MY DAUGHTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DRIVEWAY WAITING TO PICK HER UP. AS SHE RELEASED PRE...

Aug 26, 2010 Electrical System 58,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. 3 DIFFERENT INCIDENTS WHEN THE CAR WAS STOPPED, LURCHED FORWARD AND THEN THE DASHBOARD LIGHT CAME ON READING "ENGINE SAFE FAILED" TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED. 3RD TIME IT HAPPENED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON WITH THE EMISSIONS LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD. TOOK CAR TO DEALER...

Aug 25, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 72,120 mi

ISSUES OCCURS ABOUT 6 TIMES IN LAST TWO WEEKS. CAR STALLS WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAVE TO PULL CAR OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND TURN OFF. RESTARTS ON SECOND TRY. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE SAID THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. $855. CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD AND HAS 72K MILES. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING IDLE AT A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOUR TIMES SINCE JUNE 2010. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO ABRUPTLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AGAIN TO STOP THE UNINTENDED ACCELE...

Aug 25, 2010 Power Train 70,000 mi

FOR THE PAST 3 WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD IN DRIVE W/O MY CONTROL. IN REVERSE, IT LUNGES BACKWARDS. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS BLOGS ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM W/FORD. SOME PEOPLE HAVE ACTUALLY HIT BLDGS & PEOPLE! THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS THAT FORD HAS NOT MADE A RECALL. THIS IS A C...

Aug 25, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 72,120 mi

ISSUES OCCURS ABOUT 6 TIMES IN LAST TWO WEEKS. CAR STALLS WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAVE TO PULL CAR OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND TURN OFF. RESTARTS ON SECOND TRY. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE SAID THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. $855. CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD AND HAS 72K MILES. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING IDLE AT A STOP OR ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOUR TIMES SINCE JUNE 2010. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO ABRUPTLY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AGAIN TO STOP THE UNINTENDED ACCELE...

Aug 25, 2010 Power Train 70,000 mi

FOR THE PAST 3 WEEKS, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN LUNGING FORWARD IN DRIVE W/O MY CONTROL. IN REVERSE, IT LUNGES BACKWARDS. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS BLOGS ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM W/FORD. SOME PEOPLE HAVE ACTUALLY HIT BLDGS & PEOPLE! THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS THAT FORD HAS NOT MADE A RECALL. THIS IS A C...

Aug 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILS AND CAR WILL JUMP OR IT WILL BOG DOWN. TENDS TO HAPPEN WHEN BACKING UP. CAR WILL SURGE ON HWY. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 42,800 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD WITH A 3.0L V6. I HAVE HAD TO PARK MY VEHICLE AS IT HAS BECOME UNSAFE FOR MY FAMILY TO USE. WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WILL ABRUPTLY SURGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. NOW WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE DIES WHERE EVER IT OCCURS. I HAVE KEPT THE VEHICLE FROM ...

Aug 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR YOU HAVE IT IN. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS ONLINE AND FOUND MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR KILLED. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR YOU HAVE IT IN. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS ONLINE AND FOUND MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR KILLED. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 102,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY FAILS AND CAR WILL JUMP OR IT WILL BOG DOWN. TENDS TO HAPPEN WHEN BACKING UP. CAR WILL SURGE ON HWY. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 42,800 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AWD WITH A 3.0L V6. I HAVE HAD TO PARK MY VEHICLE AS IT HAS BECOME UNSAFE FOR MY FAMILY TO USE. WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WILL ABRUPTLY SURGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. NOW WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE VEHICLE DIES WHERE EVER IT OCCURS. I HAVE KEPT THE VEHICLE FROM ...

Aug 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR YOU HAVE IT IN. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS ONLINE AND FOUND MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR KILLED. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT WITH YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON WHAT GEAR YOU HAVE IT IN. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS ONLINE AND FOUND MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR KILLED. *TR

Aug 21, 2010 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Traction Control System 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Air Bags 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Traction Control System 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Air Bags 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 21, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 65,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAILS, APPARENTLY DISABLING SEVERAL CRITICAL SAFETY FEATURES. THE MALFUNCTION AT FIRST OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY, THEN MORE FREQUENTLY, BUT NOW OCCURS CONTINUOUSLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER HAS REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...

Aug 20, 2010 Power Train 60,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN GEAR. EVEN WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED THE CAR MOVED A FEW FEET. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. FORTUNATELY, THERE WAS NO PERSON OR OBJECT IN MY PATH. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE CAR HAS 6...

Aug 20, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN GEAR. EVEN WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED THE CAR MOVED A FEW FEET. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. FORTUNATELY, THERE WAS NO PERSON OR OBJECT IN MY PATH. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE CAR HAS 6...

Aug 20, 2010 Power Train 60,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN GEAR. EVEN WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED THE CAR MOVED A FEW FEET. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. FORTUNATELY, THERE WAS NO PERSON OR OBJECT IN MY PATH. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE CAR HAS 6...

Aug 20, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGED BACKWARD WHEN PUT IN GEAR. EVEN WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED THE CAR MOVED A FEW FEET. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. FORTUNATELY, THERE WAS NO PERSON OR OBJECT IN MY PATH. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE CAR HAS 6...

Aug 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

CAR BEGAN SURGING FORWARD EVEN WITH BRAKE APPLIED CREATING OPPORTUNITY FOR COLLISIONS. A FEW WEEKS LATER IT STARTED STALLING AND WOULD GO INTO SAFE MODE AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE ABOVE 40MPH, WHICH WAS A TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE ON THE INTERSTATE. DEALERSHIP HAS DIAGNOSED AS THROTTLE BODY ISSUE AND PART ...

Aug 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

CAR BEGAN SURGING FORWARD EVEN WITH BRAKE APPLIED CREATING OPPORTUNITY FOR COLLISIONS. A FEW WEEKS LATER IT STARTED STALLING AND WOULD GO INTO SAFE MODE AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE ABOVE 40MPH, WHICH WAS A TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE ON THE INTERSTATE. DEALERSHIP HAS DIAGNOSED AS THROTTLE BODY ISSUE AND PART ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WOULD SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND WHEN RESTARTING, THE VEHICLE WOULD RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH OR SO THE CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN AT LOW IDLE AND THIS HAS PROVEN TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND WE HAVE ALMOST HIT BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE IN PARKING LOTS BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR WILL SURGE ON IT'S OWN. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AS WELL AS FORWARD GEARS. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH OR SO THE CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN AT LOW IDLE AND THIS HAS PROVEN TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND WE HAVE ALMOST HIT BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE IN PARKING LOTS BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR WILL SURGE ON IT'S OWN. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AS WELL AS FORWARD GEARS. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS HESITANT TO ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. AFTER REPEATED PRESSURE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE AS NORMAL. THE FAIL SAFE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD AND THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVI...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 134,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 3.0 LITER ENGINE THAT HAS AN ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY. THE CAR HAS SURGED FORWARD SEVERAL TIMES WHILE SITTING AT STOP SIGNS OR RED LIGHTS ALMOST HITTING OTHER CARS IN FRONT OF ME. IT HAS ALSO STALLED OUT PULLING THROUGH INTERSECTIONS. IT NEVER SHOWED A CHECK ENGINE ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WOULD SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND WHEN RESTARTING, THE VEHICLE WOULD RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH OR SO THE CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN AT LOW IDLE AND THIS HAS PROVEN TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND WE HAVE ALMOST HIT BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE IN PARKING LOTS BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR WILL SURGE ON IT'S OWN. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AS WELL AS FORWARD GEARS. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IN THE LAST MONTH OR SO THE CAR HAS BEGUN TO ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN AT LOW IDLE AND THIS HAS PROVEN TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND WE HAVE ALMOST HIT BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE IN PARKING LOTS BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR WILL SURGE ON IT'S OWN. IT HAPPENS IN REVERSE AS WELL AS FORWARD GEARS. ...

Aug 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE WAS HESITANT TO ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. AFTER REPEATED PRESSURE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE AS NORMAL. THE FAIL SAFE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD AND THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVI...

Aug 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 134,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 3.0 LITER ENGINE THAT HAS AN ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY. THE CAR HAS SURGED FORWARD SEVERAL TIMES WHILE SITTING AT STOP SIGNS OR RED LIGHTS ALMOST HITTING OTHER CARS IN FRONT OF ME. IT HAS ALSO STALLED OUT PULLING THROUGH INTERSECTIONS. IT NEVER SHOWED A CHECK ENGINE ...

Aug 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AS THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE THEN ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP ...

Aug 16, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

CAR ACCELERATED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND BRAKE WAS APPLIED, 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... TOOK TO DEALER... REPLACED THE THROTTLE SENSOR W A KIT. PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED TO THE TUNE OF $700,00. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

CAR ACCELERATED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND BRAKE WAS APPLIED, 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... TOOK TO DEALER... REPLACED THE THROTTLE SENSOR W A KIT. PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED TO THE TUNE OF $700,00. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 46,318 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A STOP SIGN AT A CROSSWALK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE'S ENGINE SUDDENLY STARTED RACING AND JERKING FORWARD! PRESSING DOWN AS HARD AS I COULD ON THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE CAR AND I HAD TO TURN IT OFF-IF SOMEONE HAD BEEN IN THE CROSSWALK, I WOULD HAVE HIT THEM! NEEDLESS TO...

Aug 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AS THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE THEN ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP ...

Aug 16, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

CAR ACCELERATED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND BRAKE WAS APPLIED, 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... TOOK TO DEALER... REPLACED THE THROTTLE SENSOR W A KIT. PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED TO THE TUNE OF $700,00. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

CAR ACCELERATED WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE AND BRAKE WAS APPLIED, 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... TOOK TO DEALER... REPLACED THE THROTTLE SENSOR W A KIT. PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED TO THE TUNE OF $700,00. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 46,318 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A STOP SIGN AT A CROSSWALK, MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE'S ENGINE SUDDENLY STARTED RACING AND JERKING FORWARD! PRESSING DOWN AS HARD AS I COULD ON THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE CAR AND I HAD TO TURN IT OFF-IF SOMEONE HAD BEEN IN THE CROSSWALK, I WOULD HAVE HIT THEM! NEEDLESS TO...

Aug 15, 2010 Electrical System 48,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT FAILURE. ALL GAUGES FAIL (DROP TO ZERO) AND DASH LIGHT GOES OUT WHILE DRIVING. GAUGES MAY RESUME TO WORKING POSITION, BUT SOMETIMES CONTINUE TO FAIL WHILE DRIVING. VERY SCARY WHEN SPEEDOMETER REGISTERS 0 MPH AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS! *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

CAR SOMETIMES FEELS LIKE IT IS ACCELERATING, OR BUCKING, WHEN THE BRAKE IS ON OR SLOWING DOWN SUCH AS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 93,000 mi

VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND ACCELERATE FROM IDLE WHILE AT STOPLIGHTS, BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES, ETC. I WAS BACKING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND IT SURGED BACKWARDS AND ALMOST CAUSED A COLLISION WITH A PARKED VEHICLE. *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,485 mi

VEHICLE FORD FREESTYLE SE 2005, 45,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. PURCHASED VEHICLE IN MAY 2009. IN APRIL 2010 WHILE REVERSING MY CAR STALLED AND "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" CAME ON WITH WRENCH SYMBOL. IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF CAR, RESTARTED CAR, WRENCH SYMBOL WAS GONE AND FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WAS GONE. A COUPLE ...

Aug 15, 2010 Electrical System 48,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT FAILURE. ALL GAUGES FAIL (DROP TO ZERO) AND DASH LIGHT GOES OUT WHILE DRIVING. GAUGES MAY RESUME TO WORKING POSITION, BUT SOMETIMES CONTINUE TO FAIL WHILE DRIVING. VERY SCARY WHEN SPEEDOMETER REGISTERS 0 MPH AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS! *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

CAR SOMETIMES FEELS LIKE IT IS ACCELERATING, OR BUCKING, WHEN THE BRAKE IS ON OR SLOWING DOWN SUCH AS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE OR PULLING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 93,000 mi

VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY SURGE AND ACCELERATE FROM IDLE WHILE AT STOPLIGHTS, BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES, ETC. I WAS BACKING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND IT SURGED BACKWARDS AND ALMOST CAUSED A COLLISION WITH A PARKED VEHICLE. *TR

Aug 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,485 mi

VEHICLE FORD FREESTYLE SE 2005, 45,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. PURCHASED VEHICLE IN MAY 2009. IN APRIL 2010 WHILE REVERSING MY CAR STALLED AND "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" CAME ON WITH WRENCH SYMBOL. IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF CAR, RESTARTED CAR, WRENCH SYMBOL WAS GONE AND FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WAS GONE. A COUPLE ...

Aug 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SE, SELF ACCELERATING AND LUNGE'S FORWARD ON ITS OWN (WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE) AND DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE ON DASH", VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN-MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. JUST BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALERSHIP APPROX 3 WEEKS AGO. *TR

Aug 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SE, SELF ACCELERATING AND LUNGE'S FORWARD ON ITS OWN (WHEN FOOT IS ON BRAKE) AND DISPLAYS "FAIL SAFE MODE ON DASH", VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN-MOSTLY WHEN GOING IN REVERSE. JUST BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALERSHIP APPROX 3 WEEKS AGO. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,569 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL SPEED UP AND SURGE FORWARD. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE. THE SURGE FORWARDED HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR SEVERAL YEARS. WE LIKE THE CAR AND HAVE BECOME VERY CAREFUL WHEN PULLING UP TO INTERSECTION, INTO PARKING SPACE, ETC. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN SHE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP. THE PROBLEM BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SINCE SEPTEMBER 2008. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT HAD NOT SP...

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 33,100 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS OR LUNGES FORWARD/REVERSE. THIS HAS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE, AND WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE. CODE READER RESULTED IN CODES P061B AND P2106. MANY ONLINE FORUMS AND AUTOMECHANIC WEBSITES IDENTIFY THE SAME DANGEROUS SCENARIOS WITH...

Aug 13, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 114,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES IN DRIVE AND REVERSE, SOMETIMES THE BRAKE WON'T EVEN HOLD IT. THE CAR THEN STALLS AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,569 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL SPEED UP AND SURGE FORWARD. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE. THE SURGE FORWARDED HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR SEVERAL YEARS. WE LIKE THE CAR AND HAVE BECOME VERY CAREFUL WHEN PULLING UP TO INTERSECTION, INTO PARKING SPACE, ETC. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHEN SHE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP. THE PROBLEM BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SINCE SEPTEMBER 2008. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT HAD NOT SP...

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 33,100 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS OR LUNGES FORWARD/REVERSE. THIS HAS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE, AND WHEN PLACED IN DRIVE. CODE READER RESULTED IN CODES P061B AND P2106. MANY ONLINE FORUMS AND AUTOMECHANIC WEBSITES IDENTIFY THE SAME DANGEROUS SCENARIOS WITH...

Aug 13, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 114,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES IN DRIVE AND REVERSE, SOMETIMES THE BRAKE WON'T EVEN HOLD IT. THE CAR THEN STALLS AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE WITHOUT ANY DRIVER ACTION AND WILL DIE AFTER ACCELERATING. THIS OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES PER MONTH. THE FORD DEALERSHIP ADVISED THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND THAT IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE THE PARTS ARE ON BACK ORDER...

Aug 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 79,000 mi

WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED, VEHICLE ATTEMPTS TO SPEED UP. HAVE TO BARE DOWN ON BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN. SOMETIMES THIS CAUSES THE ENGINE TO GO INTO A BACK UP SAFETY MODE. TWICE VEHICLE CUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED, VEHICLE ATTEMPTS TO SPEED UP. HAVE TO BARE DOWN ON BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN. SOMETIMES THIS CAUSES THE ENGINE TO GO INTO A BACK UP SAFETY MODE. TWICE VEHICLE CUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WILL ACCELERATE WITHOUT ANY DRIVER ACTION AND WILL DIE AFTER ACCELERATING. THIS OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES PER MONTH. THE FORD DEALERSHIP ADVISED THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND THAT IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY. THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE THE PARTS ARE ON BACK ORDER...

Aug 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 79,000 mi

WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED, VEHICLE ATTEMPTS TO SPEED UP. HAVE TO BARE DOWN ON BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN. SOMETIMES THIS CAUSES THE ENGINE TO GO INTO A BACK UP SAFETY MODE. TWICE VEHICLE CUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED, VEHICLE ATTEMPTS TO SPEED UP. HAVE TO BARE DOWN ON BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN. SOMETIMES THIS CAUSES THE ENGINE TO GO INTO A BACK UP SAFETY MODE. TWICE VEHICLE CUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. *TR

Aug 11, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT PLACING HER FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN SHE DROVE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, BUT WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR IT BECAUSE THE PART WAS ON BACK ORDER....

Aug 11, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT PLACING HER FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN SHE DROVE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE BODY, BUT WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR IT BECAUSE THE PART WAS ON BACK ORDER....

Aug 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 73,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE AND HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. HE APPLIED EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO AVOID HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS AND CONTINUED TO OCCUR ...

Aug 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

WHILE THE CAR IS IN IDLE OR NO ACCELERATION MADE, AT A STOP OR IN REVERSE, MY CAR WILL SURGE, EVEN WITH THE BRAKE ON. I CHECKED WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND ALSO WITH FORD.COM. THEY SUGGESTED I SCHEDULE A CHECK UP, WHICH I DID. I WENT TO THE DEALER REPAIR SERVICE AND THEY WERE UNSURE OF WH...

Aug 10, 2010 Equipment 70,000 mi

WHILE THE CAR IS IN IDLE OR NO ACCELERATION MADE, AT A STOP OR IN REVERSE, MY CAR WILL SURGE, EVEN WITH THE BRAKE ON. I CHECKED WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND ALSO WITH FORD.COM. THEY SUGGESTED I SCHEDULE A CHECK UP, WHICH I DID. I WENT TO THE DEALER REPAIR SERVICE AND THEY WERE UNSURE OF WH...

Aug 10, 2010 Equipment 102,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHENEVER THE CONTACT TURNED ON THE AIR CONDITIONER SHE NOTICED THAT THE AIR WAS NOT COMING OUT AS COLD AS THE CONTACT WOULD LIKE AND WOULD NOT COOL THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 103000.

Aug 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 73,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE AND HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. HE APPLIED EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO AVOID HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS AND CONTINUED TO OCCUR ...

Aug 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

WHILE THE CAR IS IN IDLE OR NO ACCELERATION MADE, AT A STOP OR IN REVERSE, MY CAR WILL SURGE, EVEN WITH THE BRAKE ON. I CHECKED WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND ALSO WITH FORD.COM. THEY SUGGESTED I SCHEDULE A CHECK UP, WHICH I DID. I WENT TO THE DEALER REPAIR SERVICE AND THEY WERE UNSURE OF WH...

Aug 10, 2010 Equipment 70,000 mi

WHILE THE CAR IS IN IDLE OR NO ACCELERATION MADE, AT A STOP OR IN REVERSE, MY CAR WILL SURGE, EVEN WITH THE BRAKE ON. I CHECKED WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND ALSO WITH FORD.COM. THEY SUGGESTED I SCHEDULE A CHECK UP, WHICH I DID. I WENT TO THE DEALER REPAIR SERVICE AND THEY WERE UNSURE OF WH...

Aug 10, 2010 Equipment 102,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHENEVER THE CONTACT TURNED ON THE AIR CONDITIONER SHE NOTICED THAT THE AIR WAS NOT COMING OUT AS COLD AS THE CONTACT WOULD LIKE AND WOULD NOT COOL THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 103000.

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREETSTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PLACED IN GEAR AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. ALSO LUNGES BACKWARD WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,994 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE ENGINE SAFE MODE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE CONTACT ENGAGE...

Aug 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM CAUSES CAR TO SURGE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 105,600 mi

I WAS SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT (1000 MILES FROM HOME) AND MY 2005 FREESTYLE LURCHED FORWARD WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN THE WRENCH LIGHT AND FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE WARNINGS APPEARED ON THE DASH. I CAREFULLY DRIVE THE CAR TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO FIND THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE R...

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREETSTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN PLACED IN GEAR AND SOMETIMES WHEN SITTING AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. ALSO LUNGES BACKWARD WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,994 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE ENGINE SAFE MODE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE CONTACT ENGAGE...

Aug 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM CAUSES CAR TO SURGE WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 105,600 mi

I WAS SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT (1000 MILES FROM HOME) AND MY 2005 FREESTYLE LURCHED FORWARD WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THEN THE WRENCH LIGHT AND FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE WARNINGS APPEARED ON THE DASH. I CAREFULLY DRIVE THE CAR TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO FIND THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE R...

Aug 6, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AT SLOW SPEEDS. AGAIN YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. THIS IS TYPICAL OF WHEN THE CAR LURCHES/SURGES FORWARD. HOWEVER, YESTERDAY THE CAR ...

Aug 6, 2010 Equipment 73,000 mi

FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AT SLOW SPEEDS. AGAIN YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. THIS IS TYPICAL OF WHEN THE CAR LURCHES/SURGES FORWARD. HOWEVER, YESTERDAY THE CAR ...

Aug 6, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AT SLOW SPEEDS. AGAIN YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. THIS IS TYPICAL OF WHEN THE CAR LURCHES/SURGES FORWARD. HOWEVER, YESTERDAY THE CAR ...

Aug 6, 2010 Equipment 73,000 mi

FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AT SLOW SPEEDS. AGAIN YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. THIS IS TYPICAL OF WHEN THE CAR LURCHES/SURGES FORWARD. HOWEVER, YESTERDAY THE CAR ...

Aug 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION, QUICK ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN DURING IDLE OR AS SOON AS YOU LET GO OF THE BRAKE, DEALER HAS ALREADY LOOKED AT VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES. THROTTLE BODY, CLEANED, NEW AIRFILTERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THIS HAS BEEN AN OCCURRING PROBLEM FOR HE LAST 5 MONTHS VEHICLE...

Aug 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION, QUICK ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN DURING IDLE OR AS SOON AS YOU LET GO OF THE BRAKE, DEALER HAS ALREADY LOOKED AT VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES. THROTTLE BODY, CLEANED, NEW AIRFILTERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THIS HAS BEEN AN OCCURRING PROBLEM FOR HE LAST 5 MONTHS VEHICLE...

Aug 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 36,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE DRIVER WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. SHE CONTINUED DEPRESSING THE BRAKE BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS MOST ...

Aug 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION, QUICK ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN DURING IDLE OR AS SOON AS YOU LET GO OF THE BRAKE, DEALER HAS ALREADY LOOKED AT VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES. THROTTLE BODY, CLEANED, NEW AIRFILTERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THIS HAS BEEN AN OCCURRING PROBLEM FOR HE LAST 5 MONTHS VEHICLE...

Aug 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATION, QUICK ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN DURING IDLE OR AS SOON AS YOU LET GO OF THE BRAKE, DEALER HAS ALREADY LOOKED AT VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES. THROTTLE BODY, CLEANED, NEW AIRFILTERS HAVE BEEN REPLACED, THIS HAS BEEN AN OCCURRING PROBLEM FOR HE LAST 5 MONTHS VEHICLE...

Aug 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 36,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE DRIVER WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. SHE CONTINUED DEPRESSING THE BRAKE BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS MOST ...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND NUMEROUS TIMES IT HAS LUNGED WHEN I WAS IN A STOPPING POSITION IN MANY OCCASIONS. WHEN I AM IN THE CAR AND IN DRIVE WITH THE BRAKES ON THE CAR WILL INSTANTLY REV UP AND MOVE FORWARD. ONE OCCASION I WAS AT A DRIVE THRU AND THE VEHICLE ACTUALLY HIT A POLE I...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND WHEN IN FORWARD GEAR AT IDLE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS PROBLEM IS WORSE IN THE SUMMER I BELIEVE DUE TO A/C IN USE. THIS SURGING ALSO HAPPENS WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE THE ENGINE CONTROL COMPUTER TRYIN...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

THROTTLE SURGES WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS HAS HAPPENED FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF OFF AND ON. NOW STARTING TO SURGE A LITTLE WHEN IN DRIVE. WHEN YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE GAS, THE CAR TRIES TO ACCELERATE. *TR

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 61,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND ON OCCASION, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FAILURE. WHEN THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT WOULD SPORADICALLY SURGE BEFORE INDEPENDENTLY SHUTTING OFF. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAIL...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

WHEN ACTIVATING THE AIR CONDITIONER, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPEN THE CAR HAD 40,000 MILES ON IT. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS ONLY WHILE IT IS HOT...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND NUMEROUS TIMES IT HAS LUNGED WHEN I WAS IN A STOPPING POSITION IN MANY OCCASIONS. WHEN I AM IN THE CAR AND IN DRIVE WITH THE BRAKES ON THE CAR WILL INSTANTLY REV UP AND MOVE FORWARD. ONE OCCASION I WAS AT A DRIVE THRU AND THE VEHICLE ACTUALLY HIT A POLE I...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND WHEN IN FORWARD GEAR AT IDLE IT WILL SURGE FORWARD WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS PROBLEM IS WORSE IN THE SUMMER I BELIEVE DUE TO A/C IN USE. THIS SURGING ALSO HAPPENS WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE THE ENGINE CONTROL COMPUTER TRYIN...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

THROTTLE SURGES WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS HAS HAPPENED FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF OFF AND ON. NOW STARTING TO SURGE A LITTLE WHEN IN DRIVE. WHEN YOUR FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE AND NOT ON THE GAS, THE CAR TRIES TO ACCELERATE. *TR

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 61,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND ON OCCASION, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FAILURE. WHEN THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT WOULD SPORADICALLY SURGE BEFORE INDEPENDENTLY SHUTTING OFF. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAIL...

Aug 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

WHEN ACTIVATING THE AIR CONDITIONER, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPEN THE CAR HAD 40,000 MILES ON IT. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS ONLY WHILE IT IS HOT...

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IN THE REVERSE POSITION HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC AND ...

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 118,223 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT APPLIED MORE ABRUPT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES BUT TO NO AVAIL. SHE THEN SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND MADE A RIGHT TURN TO AVOID CRASHING INTO A VEHICLE AHEAD....

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 71,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL OR DRIVE, THE ENGINE RPMS WOULD ABNORMALLY INCREASE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE CONTROL WAS YET THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 86,0...

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE IN THE REVERSE POSITION HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC AND ...

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 118,223 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT APPLIED MORE ABRUPT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES BUT TO NO AVAIL. SHE THEN SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND MADE A RIGHT TURN TO AVOID CRASHING INTO A VEHICLE AHEAD....

Aug 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 71,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL OR DRIVE, THE ENGINE RPMS WOULD ABNORMALLY INCREASE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE CONTROL WAS YET THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 86,0...

Aug 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 45,000 MILES KEPT SURGING FORWARD. IT HAPPENED TWICE IN 2 MONTHS WHEN I WAS ALONE. THIS PAST JULY I PICKED MY GRANDCHILDREN UP AT CAMP SURE ENOUGH IT DID IT AGAIN ALMOST STRIKING A CHILD IN THE PARKING LOT. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND $800.00 DOLLARS LATER FOUND OU...

Aug 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,215 mi

I HAD MY 92 YR OLD FRIEND IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE 500. I AM 41. WE HAD JUST LEFT THE HARDWARE STORE. I PUT THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE. ( I JUST BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM KENNY ROSS FORD AS A USED VEHICLE IN NOV. 2009.) THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AS SOON AS THE TRANSMISSION KICKED IN AND IT THREW US BACKWA...

Aug 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 45,000 MILES KEPT SURGING FORWARD. IT HAPPENED TWICE IN 2 MONTHS WHEN I WAS ALONE. THIS PAST JULY I PICKED MY GRANDCHILDREN UP AT CAMP SURE ENOUGH IT DID IT AGAIN ALMOST STRIKING A CHILD IN THE PARKING LOT. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND $800.00 DOLLARS LATER FOUND OU...

Aug 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,215 mi

I HAD MY 92 YR OLD FRIEND IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE 500. I AM 41. WE HAD JUST LEFT THE HARDWARE STORE. I PUT THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE. ( I JUST BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM KENNY ROSS FORD AS A USED VEHICLE IN NOV. 2009.) THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AS SOON AS THE TRANSMISSION KICKED IN AND IT THREW US BACKWA...

Aug 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT SURGES FORWARD AT LOW IDLE. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY CAN'T FIND ANYTHING. I HAVE ABOUT RAN THROUGH STOREFRONTS, MY GARAGE, AND ABOUT HIT PARKED CARS. TODAY I ALMOST RAN OVER A SMALL CHILD AT SOCCER PRACTICE. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AT ...

Aug 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. IT SURGES FORWARD AT LOW IDLE. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY CAN'T FIND ANYTHING. I HAVE ABOUT RAN THROUGH STOREFRONTS, MY GARAGE, AND ABOUT HIT PARKED CARS. TODAY I ALMOST RAN OVER A SMALL CHILD AT SOCCER PRACTICE. I HAVE TO KEEP MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AT ...

Jul 31, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

THE THROTTLE BODY ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE MUST BE REPLACED. WHILE DRIVING TODAY, 7/31/10, OUR CAR WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" 8 TIMES, 8 TIMES!, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND ON A SC/NC STATE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY WE WERE ABLE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER EACH TIME. WE HAVE BEEN...

Jul 31, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

THE THROTTLE BODY ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE MUST BE REPLACED. WHILE DRIVING TODAY, 7/31/10, OUR CAR WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" 8 TIMES, 8 TIMES!, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND ON A SC/NC STATE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY WE WERE ABLE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER EACH TIME. WE HAVE BEEN...

Jul 31, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

THE THROTTLE BODY ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE MUST BE REPLACED. WHILE DRIVING TODAY, 7/31/10, OUR CAR WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" 8 TIMES, 8 TIMES!, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND ON A SC/NC STATE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY WE WERE ABLE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER EACH TIME. WE HAVE BEEN...

Jul 31, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

THE THROTTLE BODY ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE MUST BE REPLACED. WHILE DRIVING TODAY, 7/31/10, OUR CAR WENT INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" 8 TIMES, 8 TIMES!, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND ON A SC/NC STATE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY WE WERE ABLE TO FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER EACH TIME. WE HAVE BEEN...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED UPON INITIAL START UP AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED ...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, SHE HAD TO SHIFT INTO PARK SO THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN MULTIPLE TIMES WHERE THE CONTACT WAS FORCED TO APPLY EXTREME PRESSU...

Jul 30, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000. DURING THE WINTER, THE LATCH ON MY FRONT DRIVER DOOR FROZE AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING. AFTER FINDING OUT ABOUT THIS RECALL, I CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY DIRECTLY; I WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000. DURING THE WINTER, THE LATCH ON MY FRONT DRIVER DOOR FROZE AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING. AFTER FINDING OUT ABOUT THIS RECALL, I CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY DIRECTLY; I WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY THE THROTTLE BODY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS ON BACK ORDER. THE VIN...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF IT WANTED TO ACCELERATE AND WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATED IT BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. THE THROTTLE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETER...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD AND GOES INTO FAIL SAFETY MODE. AM TOLD THAT IT IS A MALFUNCTION OF THE THROTTLE BODY. IT GOT WORSE OVER TIME AND STARTED DOING IT EVERY TIME I MOVED THE SHIFT NOB FROM PARK TO DRIVE. *TR

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED UPON INITIAL START UP AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED ...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, SHE HAD TO SHIFT INTO PARK SO THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAD ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN MULTIPLE TIMES WHERE THE CONTACT WAS FORCED TO APPLY EXTREME PRESSU...

Jul 30, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000. DURING THE WINTER, THE LATCH ON MY FRONT DRIVER DOOR FROZE AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING. AFTER FINDING OUT ABOUT THIS RECALL, I CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY DIRECTLY; I WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000. DURING THE WINTER, THE LATCH ON MY FRONT DRIVER DOOR FROZE AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING. AFTER FINDING OUT ABOUT THIS RECALL, I CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY DIRECTLY; I WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY THE THROTTLE BODY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS ON BACK ORDER. THE VIN...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 84,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF IT WANTED TO ACCELERATE AND WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATED IT BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. THE THROTTLE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETER...

Jul 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD AND GOES INTO FAIL SAFETY MODE. AM TOLD THAT IT IS A MALFUNCTION OF THE THROTTLE BODY. IT GOT WORSE OVER TIME AND STARTED DOING IT EVERY TIME I MOVED THE SHIFT NOB FROM PARK TO DRIVE. *TR

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT HAS BEEN GIVING ITS OWN GAS IT HAPPENS ALOT AND I HAVE TWO CHILDREN I FEEL UNSAFE HAVING IN CAR WITH ME IT DONT MATTER IF YOU ARE STOPPED OR DRIVING IT GOES FASTER WHEN IT WANTS I WAS BACKING UP AND COULDNT GET IT TOO STOP AND BUSTED TAIL LITE OUT! I HAD IT TOO A SHO...

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING FROM A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY AT A RELATIVELY LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE POST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS OF THE FAILURE. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION WHILE...

Jul 29, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN 1) ENGINE IS WARM, 2)A/C IS ON, 3) AT COMPLETE STOP WITH BRAKES ENGAGED AND 4) BEGIN TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO MAKE TURN. 5) ENGINE STALLS. DEALER DIAGNOSED DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. VERY UNSAFE!!! *TR

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 113,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN 1) ENGINE IS WARM, 2)A/C IS ON, 3) AT COMPLETE STOP WITH BRAKES ENGAGED AND 4) BEGIN TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO MAKE TURN. 5) ENGINE STALLS. DEALER DIAGNOSED DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. VERY UNSAFE!!! *TR

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IT HAS BEEN GIVING ITS OWN GAS IT HAPPENS ALOT AND I HAVE TWO CHILDREN I FEEL UNSAFE HAVING IN CAR WITH ME IT DONT MATTER IF YOU ARE STOPPED OR DRIVING IT GOES FASTER WHEN IT WANTS I WAS BACKING UP AND COULDNT GET IT TOO STOP AND BUSTED TAIL LITE OUT! I HAD IT TOO A SHO...

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING FROM A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY AT A RELATIVELY LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE POST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS OF THE FAILURE. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION WHILE...

Jul 29, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN 1) ENGINE IS WARM, 2)A/C IS ON, 3) AT COMPLETE STOP WITH BRAKES ENGAGED AND 4) BEGIN TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO MAKE TURN. 5) ENGINE STALLS. DEALER DIAGNOSED DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. VERY UNSAFE!!! *TR

Jul 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 113,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LUNGES FORWARD WHEN 1) ENGINE IS WARM, 2)A/C IS ON, 3) AT COMPLETE STOP WITH BRAKES ENGAGED AND 4) BEGIN TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO MAKE TURN. 5) ENGINE STALLS. DEALER DIAGNOSED DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. VERY UNSAFE!!! *TR

Jul 28, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

54,000 MILES AUTO THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AT A SHARED COST WITH FORD SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD ONLY BEEN EXPIRED FOR A SHORT TIME. 93,000 MILES PROBLEM HAS RETURNED WORSE THAN EVER - CAR IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AS THE SURGING NOW HAPPENS ON EVERY TRIP. SEEMS TO BE MAINLY WHEN GOING INTO REVERSE BUT HA...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED WHEN THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF HER. THE VE...

Jul 28, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED WHEN THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF HER. THE VE...

Jul 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 20,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS AND MOTOR REVS WHILE AT SLOW SPEED OR AT A FULL STOP. MOTOR REVS AND THEN STALLS ALSO THE CAR GOES INTO "SAFE" MODE. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW 9/05 AND EVERY SUMMER WE GO THROUGH THIS THE PROBLEM HAS BE MIS-DIAGNOSED BY FORD DEALERS SEVERAL TIMES CAPI...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS AND MOTOR REVS WHILE AT SLOW SPEED OR AT A FULL STOP. MOTOR REVS AND THEN STALLS ALSO THE CAR GOES INTO "SAFE" MODE. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW 9/05 AND EVERY SUMMER WE GO THROUGH THIS THE PROBLEM HAS BE MIS-DIAGNOSED BY FORD DEALERS SEVERAL TIMES CAPI...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE PART NEEDED TO MAKE THE REPAIR WAS NOT READILY AVAILA...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 30-35 MPH, THE ENGINE REVVED WITH AN EXTREMELY SLOW POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, AND THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. IN ADDITION...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT THEN APPLIED EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS BEI...

Jul 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THROTTLE BODY - WHICH APPEARS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL FROM FORD? *TR

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 94,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THROTTLE BODY - WHICH APPEARS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL FROM FORD? *TR

Jul 28, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

54,000 MILES AUTO THROTTLE BODY REPLACED AT A SHARED COST WITH FORD SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD ONLY BEEN EXPIRED FOR A SHORT TIME. 93,000 MILES PROBLEM HAS RETURNED WORSE THAN EVER - CAR IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AS THE SURGING NOW HAPPENS ON EVERY TRIP. SEEMS TO BE MAINLY WHEN GOING INTO REVERSE BUT HA...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED WHEN THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF HER. THE VE...

Jul 28, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED WHEN THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF HER. THE VE...

Jul 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 20,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS AND MOTOR REVS WHILE AT SLOW SPEED OR AT A FULL STOP. MOTOR REVS AND THEN STALLS ALSO THE CAR GOES INTO "SAFE" MODE. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW 9/05 AND EVERY SUMMER WE GO THROUGH THIS THE PROBLEM HAS BE MIS-DIAGNOSED BY FORD DEALERS SEVERAL TIMES CAPI...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS AND MOTOR REVS WHILE AT SLOW SPEED OR AT A FULL STOP. MOTOR REVS AND THEN STALLS ALSO THE CAR GOES INTO "SAFE" MODE. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW 9/05 AND EVERY SUMMER WE GO THROUGH THIS THE PROBLEM HAS BE MIS-DIAGNOSED BY FORD DEALERS SEVERAL TIMES CAPI...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE PART NEEDED TO MAKE THE REPAIR WAS NOT READILY AVAILA...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 30-35 MPH, THE ENGINE REVVED WITH AN EXTREMELY SLOW POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, AND THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. IN ADDITION...

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT THEN APPLIED EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS BEI...

Jul 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THROTTLE BODY - WHICH APPEARS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL FROM FORD? *TR

Jul 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 94,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THROTTLE BODY - WHICH APPEARS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL FROM FORD? *TR

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 30,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN OCTOBER 2005. WE HAD NO PROBLEMS UNTIL OUR 3 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED IN OCTOBER 2008. BEGINNING IN 2009 WE BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT OUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD LOSE POWER. ALL DIALS WOULD GO DOWN TO ZERO, FLICKER AND THE ENTIRE PANEL WOULD BE DEAD FOR A SHORT TIME. IT...

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 37,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR (PULLING OUT OF A MALL) APPROACHING THE HIGHWAY, I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LEAPT FORWARD TOWARD TRAFFIC. THINKING THAT MAYBE I DIDN'T HAVE MY BRAKE PEDAL PUSHED HARD ENOUGH (SCARING ME) I PUSHED MY FOOT HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL....

Jul 27, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 37,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR (PULLING OUT OF A MALL) APPROACHING THE HIGHWAY, I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LEAPT FORWARD TOWARD TRAFFIC. THINKING THAT MAYBE I DIDN'T HAVE MY BRAKE PEDAL PUSHED HARD ENOUGH (SCARING ME) I PUSHED MY FOOT HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL....

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 30,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN OCTOBER 2005. WE HAD NO PROBLEMS UNTIL OUR 3 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED IN OCTOBER 2008. BEGINNING IN 2009 WE BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT OUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD LOSE POWER. ALL DIALS WOULD GO DOWN TO ZERO, FLICKER AND THE ENTIRE PANEL WOULD BE DEAD FOR A SHORT TIME. IT...

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 37,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR (PULLING OUT OF A MALL) APPROACHING THE HIGHWAY, I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LEAPT FORWARD TOWARD TRAFFIC. THINKING THAT MAYBE I DIDN'T HAVE MY BRAKE PEDAL PUSHED HARD ENOUGH (SCARING ME) I PUSHED MY FOOT HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL....

Jul 27, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 37,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR (PULLING OUT OF A MALL) APPROACHING THE HIGHWAY, I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR. WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LEAPT FORWARD TOWARD TRAFFIC. THINKING THAT MAYBE I DIDN'T HAVE MY BRAKE PEDAL PUSHED HARD ENOUGH (SCARING ME) I PUSHED MY FOOT HARDER ON THE BRAKE PEDAL....

Jul 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

JUST AFTER PLACING CAR INTO REVERSE, IT STARTED ACCELERATING BACKWARDS AND REQUIRED HIGH PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP IT. THIS IS THE 3RD OR 4TH TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. THE FIRST TIME OR 2, I THOUGHT IT WAS ME. EACH TIME I LOOKED DOWN AT MY FOOT TO MAKE SURE I WAS NOT PRESSING BOTH PEDALS AND...

Jul 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

JUST AFTER PLACING CAR INTO REVERSE, IT STARTED ACCELERATING BACKWARDS AND REQUIRED HIGH PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP IT. THIS IS THE 3RD OR 4TH TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. THE FIRST TIME OR 2, I THOUGHT IT WAS ME. EACH TIME I LOOKED DOWN AT MY FOOT TO MAKE SURE I WAS NOT PRESSING BOTH PEDALS AND...

Jul 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

FAILURE OF THROTTLE BODY ALMOST CAUSED MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS WITHIN 1 DAY (JULY 23, 2010). WAITING TO PULL OUT OF GAS STATION, THE CAR TOOK OFF WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND PUT MYSELF AND MY FAMILY INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC! ON THE SAME DAY, I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND THE CAR AGAIN ACC...

Jul 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,670 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHILE STOPPED A TRAFFIC LIGHT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANYTHING TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY A LOT OF PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ENTERING THE INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE THEN DIED AND WHEN RESTARTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WRENCH SYMBOL WERE...

Jul 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 47,670 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHILE STOPPED A TRAFFIC LIGHT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANYTHING TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY A LOT OF PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ENTERING THE INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE THEN DIED AND WHEN RESTARTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WRENCH SYMBOL WERE...

Jul 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,000 mi

FAILURE OF THROTTLE BODY ALMOST CAUSED MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS WITHIN 1 DAY (JULY 23, 2010). WAITING TO PULL OUT OF GAS STATION, THE CAR TOOK OFF WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND PUT MYSELF AND MY FAMILY INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC! ON THE SAME DAY, I WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND THE CAR AGAIN ACC...

Jul 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,670 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHILE STOPPED A TRAFFIC LIGHT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANYTHING TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY A LOT OF PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ENTERING THE INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE THEN DIED AND WHEN RESTARTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WRENCH SYMBOL WERE...

Jul 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 47,670 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHILE STOPPED A TRAFFIC LIGHT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANYTHING TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TO APPLY A LOT OF PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ENTERING THE INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE THEN DIED AND WHEN RESTARTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WRENCH SYMBOL WERE...

Jul 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING; HOWEVER, WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MALFUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A THROTTLE BODY KIT REPAIR WAS PERFORME...

Jul 23, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN JERKING BACKWARDS WHILE IN REVERSE TO THE POINT THAT I COULD NOT CONTROL THE DIRECTIONS OR SPEED THE CAR WAS GOING. THIS WAS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES. TODAY WHILE BACKING OUT OF A SPOT MY CAR JERKED BACK SEVERAL TIMES THEN WOULD NOT SWITCH IN TO...

Jul 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AS THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES WITH EXTREME PRESSURE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED THREE ADDITIONAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY...

Jul 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY LUNGE FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING; HOWEVER, WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MALFUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A THROTTLE BODY KIT REPAIR WAS PERFORME...

Jul 23, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN JERKING BACKWARDS WHILE IN REVERSE TO THE POINT THAT I COULD NOT CONTROL THE DIRECTIONS OR SPEED THE CAR WAS GOING. THIS WAS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES. TODAY WHILE BACKING OUT OF A SPOT MY CAR JERKED BACK SEVERAL TIMES THEN WOULD NOT SWITCH IN TO...

Jul 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,900 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AS THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES WITH EXTREME PRESSURE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED THREE ADDITIONAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY...

Jul 22, 2010 Electrical System 70,000 mi

ALL GAUGES STOPPED WORKING AND BACK-UP LIGHTS ON WHEN IGNITION IS ON. *TR

Jul 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. T...

Jul 22, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION FOR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AT 65,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS FINE AND CHECKED AT 61,000. THE FAILURE INCLUDED PIECES OF THE TRANSMISSION PIERCING THE OUTER CASING AND DEPOSITING METAL PARTS ON THE DRIVEWAY ALONG WITH A GREAT DEAL OF FLUID. THE VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2010 Electrical System 63,000 mi

RE-EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PROBLEMS. BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR REPLACED 6/2008 WHEN CAR DEAD IN DRIVEWAY. 8 MONTHS LATER 4/2009 ELECTRICAL GAUGES FAIL AND RESET AND SAME LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED FUSES. TWO MONTHS LATER 6/2009 GAUGES CONTINUE TO FAIL AND RESET LEADING DEALER, REFERE...

Jul 22, 2010 Electrical System 70,000 mi

ALL GAUGES STOPPED WORKING AND BACK-UP LIGHTS ON WHEN IGNITION IS ON. *TR

Jul 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. T...

Jul 22, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

CVT TRANSMISSION FOR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AT 65,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS FINE AND CHECKED AT 61,000. THE FAILURE INCLUDED PIECES OF THE TRANSMISSION PIERCING THE OUTER CASING AND DEPOSITING METAL PARTS ON THE DRIVEWAY ALONG WITH A GREAT DEAL OF FLUID. THE VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2010 Electrical System 63,000 mi

RE-EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PROBLEMS. BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR REPLACED 6/2008 WHEN CAR DEAD IN DRIVEWAY. 8 MONTHS LATER 4/2009 ELECTRICAL GAUGES FAIL AND RESET AND SAME LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED FUSES. TWO MONTHS LATER 6/2009 GAUGES CONTINUE TO FAIL AND RESET LEADING DEALER, REFERE...

Jul 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 31,000 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, I APPLIED THE BRAKES TO LET ANOTHER CAR PASS. THE ACCELERATOR REVVED AS IF I WERE FLOORING IT, EVEN THOUGH MY FOOT WAS NOT ON IT, REQUIRING ME TO STAND ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE OTHER CAR. THE ENGINE THEN DIED. *TR

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN GEAR. HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR OVER A YEAR AND HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS BUT NEVER FIXED. DEALER NOW TELLS ME THAT IT NEEDS A THROTTLE BODY BUT HE IS NOT ABLE TO GET ONE FROM FORD AS THEY ARE BACK ORDERED. NOW I'M FORCED TO USE A CAR WHICH THE DEALER SERVI...

Jul 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AND ENGAGING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. A MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED HER TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN...

Jul 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 31,000 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, I APPLIED THE BRAKES TO LET ANOTHER CAR PASS. THE ACCELERATOR REVVED AS IF I WERE FLOORING IT, EVEN THOUGH MY FOOT WAS NOT ON IT, REQUIRING ME TO STAND ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE OTHER CAR. THE ENGINE THEN DIED. *TR

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGING WHILE IN GEAR. HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR OVER A YEAR AND HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS BUT NEVER FIXED. DEALER NOW TELLS ME THAT IT NEEDS A THROTTLE BODY BUT HE IS NOT ABLE TO GET ONE FROM FORD AS THEY ARE BACK ORDERED. NOW I'M FORCED TO USE A CAR WHICH THE DEALER SERVI...

Jul 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AND ENGAGING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. A MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED HER TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN...

Jul 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,800 mi

TWO INCIDENTS - WHILE MANEUVERING AT PARKING LOTS (EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE AROUND 100 DEGREES), VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGED AND VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND A SECOND TIME BACKWARD. HAD TO APPLY HEAVY BREAKING TO AVOID HITTING A TREE IN THE FIRST INCIDENT AND OTHER CARS ON THE SECOND INCIDENT. AFTER A FEW SE...

Jul 20, 2010 Power Train 59,800 mi

TWO INCIDENTS - WHILE MANEUVERING AT PARKING LOTS (EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE AROUND 100 DEGREES), VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGED AND VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND A SECOND TIME BACKWARD. HAD TO APPLY HEAVY BREAKING TO AVOID HITTING A TREE IN THE FIRST INCIDENT AND OTHER CARS ON THE SECOND INCIDENT. AFTER A FEW SE...

Jul 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 118,354 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND HAD COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE THE CAR SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT MY EVER HAVING TOUCHED THE ACCELERATOR. I SLAMMED MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR AHEAD OF ME. MY CAR STALLED AND I ...

Jul 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 59,800 mi

TWO INCIDENTS - WHILE MANEUVERING AT PARKING LOTS (EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE AROUND 100 DEGREES), VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGED AND VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND A SECOND TIME BACKWARD. HAD TO APPLY HEAVY BREAKING TO AVOID HITTING A TREE IN THE FIRST INCIDENT AND OTHER CARS ON THE SECOND INCIDENT. AFTER A FEW SE...

Jul 20, 2010 Power Train 59,800 mi

TWO INCIDENTS - WHILE MANEUVERING AT PARKING LOTS (EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE AROUND 100 DEGREES), VEHICLE'S ENGINE SURGED AND VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND A SECOND TIME BACKWARD. HAD TO APPLY HEAVY BREAKING TO AVOID HITTING A TREE IN THE FIRST INCIDENT AND OTHER CARS ON THE SECOND INCIDENT. AFTER A FEW SE...

Jul 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 118,354 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND HAD COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE THE CAR SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT MY EVER HAVING TOUCHED THE ACCELERATOR. I SLAMMED MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR AHEAD OF ME. MY CAR STALLED AND I ...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Other 95,720 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 95,720 MILES. ON JULY 10TH, 2010, MY CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN ME THROUGH THE FRONT WINDOW OF A JEWELRY STORE. MY CAR MESSAGE CENTER THEN WENT IN TO "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE". THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THE THROTTLE BODY IS BAD AND THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE....

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,720 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 95,720 MILES. ON JULY 10TH, 2010, MY CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN ME THROUGH THE FRONT WINDOW OF A JEWELRY STORE. MY CAR MESSAGE CENTER THEN WENT IN TO "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE". THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THE THROTTLE BODY IS BAD AND THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE....

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE WHICH PREVENTED THE TRANSMISSION FROM SHIFTING IN GEAR. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGED BACKWARDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RELATED RECALLS. THE DEALER A...

Jul 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE WHICH PREVENTED THE TRANSMISSION FROM SHIFTING IN GEAR. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGED BACKWARDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RELATED RECALLS. THE DEALER A...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 99,106 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED. HE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND RESTART IT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STALLED. HE DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND WAS ABLE TO...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND BACK ON SO THAT IT WOULD CONTINUE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE OR DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED AT FORD'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE RECENTLY RECURRED. THE DEALER AND FORD WERE CONTACT...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 92,991 mi

CAR SURGED AFTER STARTING IN PUTTING INTO REVERSE. PUT FOOT ON BRAKE TO STOP. THANK GOODNESS NO ONE BEHIND ME. CAR MESSAGE CENTER INDICATED "FAIL SAFE MODE". CUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED TOOK TO DEALER WHERE CODES INDICATED I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY CONTROL AT A COST OF OVER $800. DEALER SAID ...

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 92,991 mi

CAR SURGED AFTER STARTING IN PUTTING INTO REVERSE. PUT FOOT ON BRAKE TO STOP. THANK GOODNESS NO ONE BEHIND ME. CAR MESSAGE CENTER INDICATED "FAIL SAFE MODE". CUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED TOOK TO DEALER WHERE CODES INDICATED I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY CONTROL AT A COST OF OVER $800. DEALER SAID ...

Jul 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH SURGING FORWARD ESPECIALLY WHEN MOVING SLOWLY BACK AND FORTH INTO A PARKING SPOT. SOMETIMES RIGHT AFTER THE IDLE SURGES, THE IDLE WILL ALSO SUDDENLY DROP, AND NOW AT TIMES IT EVEN STALLS. THE SURGE CAUSES THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AND I'M FORCED TO M...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 47,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH SURGING FORWARD ESPECIALLY WHEN MOVING SLOWLY BACK AND FORTH INTO A PARKING SPOT. SOMETIMES RIGHT AFTER THE IDLE SURGES, THE IDLE WILL ALSO SUDDENLY DROP, AND NOW AT TIMES IT EVEN STALLS. THE SURGE CAUSES THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AND I'M FORCED TO M...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Other 70,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHILE PUTTING IN GEAR, EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. PROBLEM SEEMS WORSE THEN THE AC IS RUNNING. ALSO, THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED A COUPLE OF TIMES AND IDLED VERY HIGH WHEN PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK. THIS STARTED HAPPENING AROUND 70,000 MILES AND NOW HAVE 74,000 AND IS HAPPENING QUITE...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Other 95,720 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 95,720 MILES. ON JULY 10TH, 2010, MY CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN ME THROUGH THE FRONT WINDOW OF A JEWELRY STORE. MY CAR MESSAGE CENTER THEN WENT IN TO "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE". THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THE THROTTLE BODY IS BAD AND THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE....

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,720 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 95,720 MILES. ON JULY 10TH, 2010, MY CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND ALMOST RAN ME THROUGH THE FRONT WINDOW OF A JEWELRY STORE. MY CAR MESSAGE CENTER THEN WENT IN TO "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE". THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THE THROTTLE BODY IS BAD AND THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE....

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE WHICH PREVENTED THE TRANSMISSION FROM SHIFTING IN GEAR. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGED BACKWARDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RELATED RECALLS. THE DEALER A...

Jul 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE WHICH PREVENTED THE TRANSMISSION FROM SHIFTING IN GEAR. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO LUNGED BACKWARDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RELATED RECALLS. THE DEALER A...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 99,106 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED. HE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND RESTART IT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STALLED. HE DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE, RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND WAS ABLE TO...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND BACK ON SO THAT IT WOULD CONTINUE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE OR DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED AT FORD'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE RECENTLY RECURRED. THE DEALER AND FORD WERE CONTACT...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 92,991 mi

CAR SURGED AFTER STARTING IN PUTTING INTO REVERSE. PUT FOOT ON BRAKE TO STOP. THANK GOODNESS NO ONE BEHIND ME. CAR MESSAGE CENTER INDICATED "FAIL SAFE MODE". CUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED TOOK TO DEALER WHERE CODES INDICATED I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY CONTROL AT A COST OF OVER $800. DEALER SAID ...

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 92,991 mi

CAR SURGED AFTER STARTING IN PUTTING INTO REVERSE. PUT FOOT ON BRAKE TO STOP. THANK GOODNESS NO ONE BEHIND ME. CAR MESSAGE CENTER INDICATED "FAIL SAFE MODE". CUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED TOOK TO DEALER WHERE CODES INDICATED I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY CONTROL AT A COST OF OVER $800. DEALER SAID ...

Jul 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH SURGING FORWARD ESPECIALLY WHEN MOVING SLOWLY BACK AND FORTH INTO A PARKING SPOT. SOMETIMES RIGHT AFTER THE IDLE SURGES, THE IDLE WILL ALSO SUDDENLY DROP, AND NOW AT TIMES IT EVEN STALLS. THE SURGE CAUSES THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AND I'M FORCED TO M...

Jul 19, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 47,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH SURGING FORWARD ESPECIALLY WHEN MOVING SLOWLY BACK AND FORTH INTO A PARKING SPOT. SOMETIMES RIGHT AFTER THE IDLE SURGES, THE IDLE WILL ALSO SUDDENLY DROP, AND NOW AT TIMES IT EVEN STALLS. THE SURGE CAUSES THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AND I'M FORCED TO M...

Jul 19, 2010 Fuel System, Other 70,000 mi

VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD WHILE PUTTING IN GEAR, EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. PROBLEM SEEMS WORSE THEN THE AC IS RUNNING. ALSO, THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED A COUPLE OF TIMES AND IDLED VERY HIGH WHEN PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK. THIS STARTED HAPPENING AROUND 70,000 MILES AND NOW HAVE 74,000 AND IS HAPPENING QUITE...

Jul 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

AFTER IDLING, THE CAR SOMETIMES LURCHES FORWARD AND I HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM ACCELERATING VERY QUICKLY. HAPPENS IN REVERSE ALSO OUT OF PARKING SPOTS. FORD SHOP SAYS THEY HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS DESPITE THE HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS I HAVE SEEN ONLINE. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION...

Jul 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 49,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER OBTAINING THE VEHICLE. AND I CURRENTLY HAVE 49500 MILES APPROX. THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE GOING FORWARD OR BACKWARDS, STALL AT TIMES, CLUNKING NOISES. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE IN MANY TIMES, AND WAS AT ONE TIME NOTHING WRONG. THEN FORD DEALER REPLACED SOME...

Jul 17, 2010 Electrical System 49,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER OBTAINING THE VEHICLE. AND I CURRENTLY HAVE 49500 MILES APPROX. THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE GOING FORWARD OR BACKWARDS, STALL AT TIMES, CLUNKING NOISES. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE IN MANY TIMES, AND WAS AT ONE TIME NOTHING WRONG. THEN FORD DEALER REPLACED SOME...

Jul 17, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

AFTER IDLING, THE CAR SOMETIMES LURCHES FORWARD AND I HAVE TO APPLY THE BRAKES TO KEEP IT FROM ACCELERATING VERY QUICKLY. HAPPENS IN REVERSE ALSO OUT OF PARKING SPOTS. FORD SHOP SAYS THEY HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS DESPITE THE HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS I HAVE SEEN ONLINE. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION...

Jul 17, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 49,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER OBTAINING THE VEHICLE. AND I CURRENTLY HAVE 49500 MILES APPROX. THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE GOING FORWARD OR BACKWARDS, STALL AT TIMES, CLUNKING NOISES. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE IN MANY TIMES, AND WAS AT ONE TIME NOTHING WRONG. THEN FORD DEALER REPLACED SOME...

Jul 17, 2010 Electrical System 49,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM FROM ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER OBTAINING THE VEHICLE. AND I CURRENTLY HAVE 49500 MILES APPROX. THE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE GOING FORWARD OR BACKWARDS, STALL AT TIMES, CLUNKING NOISES. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE IN MANY TIMES, AND WAS AT ONE TIME NOTHING WRONG. THEN FORD DEALER REPLACED SOME...

Jul 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN COMING TO A FULL STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO INTERMITTENTLY ACCELERATE BACKWARD WHEN THE CONTACT WAS IN REVERSE. THE DEALER ADVISED THERE WAS NOT A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE AND ANY REPAIRS WO...

Jul 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN COMING TO A FULL STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO INTERMITTENTLY ACCELERATE BACKWARD WHEN THE CONTACT WAS IN REVERSE. THE DEALER ADVISED THERE WAS NOT A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE AND ANY REPAIRS WO...

Jul 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

AT VARIOUS TIMES THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE (PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, INTO A PARKING LOT, IDLING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC). FAILURE STARTED OCCURRING AROUND 40,000 MILES. 8/2009 VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. TOWED TO REPAIR FACILITY WHERE THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE ...

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

WATER LEAKING ON DRIVERS SIDE HEAD AROUND MOONROOF, SOAKING DRIVERS SIDE FLOOR, POURING OUT OF DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WHEN OPENED, COLLECTING IN SPARE TIRE WELL. AFTER 4 VISITS TO DEALER, STILL UNABLE TO REPAIR. *TR

Jul 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE PART NEEDED TO MAKE REPAIRS ...

Jul 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

AT VARIOUS TIMES THE CAR WILL LUNGE FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE (PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, INTO A PARKING LOT, IDLING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC). FAILURE STARTED OCCURRING AROUND 40,000 MILES. 8/2009 VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. TOWED TO REPAIR FACILITY WHERE THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE ...

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

WATER LEAKING ON DRIVERS SIDE HEAD AROUND MOONROOF, SOAKING DRIVERS SIDE FLOOR, POURING OUT OF DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WHEN OPENED, COLLECTING IN SPARE TIRE WELL. AFTER 4 VISITS TO DEALER, STILL UNABLE TO REPAIR. *TR

Jul 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE PART NEEDED TO MAKE REPAIRS ...

Jul 14, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PUT INTO GEAR. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Power Train 69,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PUT INTO GEAR. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PUT INTO GEAR. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Power Train 69,000 mi

CAR LURCHES WHEN PUT INTO GEAR. *TR

Jul 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACTIVATING THE AIR CONDITIONER, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACTIVATING THE AIR CONDITIONER, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. SPORADICALLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, PARTICULARLY IN REVERSE AND/OR WHEN THE AC IS TURNED ON. CAR BEGAN STALLING WHILE DRIVING. AUTO MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS A FAULTY THROTTLE BODY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BUT NOT AVAILABLE FROM FORD FOR MANY MONTHS. VERY DANGEROUS CONSIDERING CA...

Jul 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, PARTICULARLY IN REVERSE AND/OR WHEN THE AC IS TURNED ON. CAR BEGAN STALLING WHILE DRIVING. AUTO MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS A FAULTY THROTTLE BODY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BUT NOT AVAILABLE FROM FORD FOR MANY MONTHS. VERY DANGEROUS CONSIDERING CA...

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING AND LURCHING WITHOUT DEPRESSING GAS PEDAL. WHILE STOPPED BUT IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, ONCE FOOT IS REMOVED FROM BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE WRENCH LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT W...

Jul 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING AND LURCHING WITHOUT DEPRESSING GAS PEDAL. WHILE STOPPED BUT IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, ONCE FOOT IS REMOVED FROM BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE WRENCH LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT W...

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, PARTICULARLY IN REVERSE AND/OR WHEN THE AC IS TURNED ON. CAR BEGAN STALLING WHILE DRIVING. AUTO MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS A FAULTY THROTTLE BODY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BUT NOT AVAILABLE FROM FORD FOR MANY MONTHS. VERY DANGEROUS CONSIDERING CA...

Jul 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AT LOW SPEEDS, PARTICULARLY IN REVERSE AND/OR WHEN THE AC IS TURNED ON. CAR BEGAN STALLING WHILE DRIVING. AUTO MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS A FAULTY THROTTLE BODY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BUT NOT AVAILABLE FROM FORD FOR MANY MONTHS. VERY DANGEROUS CONSIDERING CA...

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING AND LURCHING WITHOUT DEPRESSING GAS PEDAL. WHILE STOPPED BUT IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, ONCE FOOT IS REMOVED FROM BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE WRENCH LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT W...

Jul 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS BEEN SURGING AND LURCHING WITHOUT DEPRESSING GAS PEDAL. WHILE STOPPED BUT IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE, ONCE FOOT IS REMOVED FROM BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE WRENCH LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT W...

Jul 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED SURGING AND THEN CUTTING OFF. THIS HAPPENED WHEN I WAS STARTING UP, ONCE IN DRIVE AND ONCE IN REVERSE. THE WRENCH LIGHT APPEARED WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THIS HAPPENED TWICE WITHIN 4 DAYS. TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER IMMEDIATELY. WAS ADVISED THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM A...

Jul 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE STARTED SURGING AND THEN CUTTING OFF. THIS HAPPENED WHEN I WAS STARTING UP, ONCE IN DRIVE AND ONCE IN REVERSE. THE WRENCH LIGHT APPEARED WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THIS HAPPENED TWICE WITHIN 4 DAYS. TOOK CAR TO FORD DEALER IMMEDIATELY. WAS ADVISED THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM A...

Jul 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 7, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 7, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 66,961 mi

I WAS PARKED WITH THE CAR IN PARK. I WENT TO PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I HAD TO TURN IT AROUND FIRST. I PUT CAR IN DRIVE AND DROVE FORWARD A LITTLE. STOPPED PUT IN REVERSE, DROVE BACKWARDS A LITTLE THEN PUT BACK IN DRIVE AND JUST AS I WAS STOPPING CAR LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING MY DEEP FREEZER. T...

Jul 6, 2010 Electrical System Crash 96,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND PUT IN GEAR THEN IT LUNGED FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. TURNED CAR OFF FOR A MOMENT (15 SECONDS) TURNED BACK ON PUT IN REVERSE AND IT LUNGED BACKWARDS INTO A POLE (THANK GOD SOMEONE WASN'T BEHIND ME). FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE LIGHT CAME ON, A WRENCH AND CHECK ENGINE ALSO SHOWED UP. AS OF ...

Jul 6, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,290 mi

I WAS BACKING UP WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LURCH AND DID NOT WANT TO STOP. I SLAMMED ON THE BREAKS AND SAW THAT THE CEL AND THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AND THE DASH DISPLAYED FAIL SAFE MODE. CONTINUED TO BACK UP CAREFULLY AND THEN WHEN DRIVING FORWARD THE CAR DIED. TURNED KEY OFF WAITING A...

Jul 6, 2010 Electrical System Crash 96,000 mi

STARTED CAR AND PUT IN GEAR THEN IT LUNGED FORWARD WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. TURNED CAR OFF FOR A MOMENT (15 SECONDS) TURNED BACK ON PUT IN REVERSE AND IT LUNGED BACKWARDS INTO A POLE (THANK GOD SOMEONE WASN'T BEHIND ME). FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE LIGHT CAME ON, A WRENCH AND CHECK ENGINE ALSO SHOWED UP. AS OF ...

Jul 6, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,290 mi

I WAS BACKING UP WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LURCH AND DID NOT WANT TO STOP. I SLAMMED ON THE BREAKS AND SAW THAT THE CEL AND THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AND THE DASH DISPLAYED FAIL SAFE MODE. CONTINUED TO BACK UP CAREFULLY AND THEN WHEN DRIVING FORWARD THE CAR DIED. TURNED KEY OFF WAITING A...

Jul 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jul 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jul 3, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jul 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jul 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jul 3, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 115,035 mi

OUR 2005 FORDFREESTYLE HAS A KNOWN SURGING PROBLEM. EVERYTIME IT WOULD SURGE WE WOULD TAKE IT TO THE SHOP TO BE TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. FINALLY THE CAR LUNGED 2 FT FORWARD AND SHUT DOWN WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT. WE HIT THE FUEL RESET BUTTON TO GET IT WORKING THEN WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP; PAID A...

Jun 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,800 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, BOUGHT NEW, AND OVER THE PAST 6-12 MONTHS I HAVE BEGUN TO NOTICE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR. THE ENGINE REVS AND THE VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE ENGINE DIE WITH NO WARNING WHILE THE CAR WAS IN GEAR AND RUNNING. ...

Jun 30, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 58,800 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, BOUGHT NEW, AND OVER THE PAST 6-12 MONTHS I HAVE BEGUN TO NOTICE SUDDEN ACCELERATIONS WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR. THE ENGINE REVS AND THE VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE ENGINE DIE WITH NO WARNING WHILE THE CAR WAS IN GEAR AND RUNNING. ...

Jun 27, 2010 Power Train 68,421 mi

HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THE AWD MALFUNCTION MESSAGE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMING ON. HAD IT IN TO BE LOOKED AT. DEALER REPLACED THE PUMP PRESSURE SENSOR. THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT HAS RETURNED. DEALER AGAIN REPLACED THE PUMP PRESSURE SENSOR. MY WIFE GOT 5 MINUTES FROM THE D...

Jun 27, 2010 Power Train 68,421 mi

HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THE AWD MALFUNCTION MESSAGE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMING ON. HAD IT IN TO BE LOOKED AT. DEALER REPLACED THE PUMP PRESSURE SENSOR. THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT HAS RETURNED. DEALER AGAIN REPLACED THE PUMP PRESSURE SENSOR. MY WIFE GOT 5 MINUTES FROM THE D...

Jun 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 37,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD BUT DID NOT ACCELERATE ANY FARTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AT THE TIME. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE PERSI...

Jun 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 37,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD BUT DID NOT ACCELERATE ANY FARTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AT THE TIME. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE PERSI...

Jun 23, 2010 Power Train 125,483 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STARTED TO NOTICE IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AFTER IDLING FOR A FEW MINUTES IN PARK. I THOUGHT IT WAS MY IMAGINATION AT FIRST. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES WHEN I DROVE IT (THIS IS NOT THE CAR I USUALLY DRIVE). THEN ON JUNE 5, 2010 I WAS IN PARK AT A GAS STATION WI...

Jun 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 125,483 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STARTED TO NOTICE IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AFTER IDLING FOR A FEW MINUTES IN PARK. I THOUGHT IT WAS MY IMAGINATION AT FIRST. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES WHEN I DROVE IT (THIS IS NOT THE CAR I USUALLY DRIVE). THEN ON JUNE 5, 2010 I WAS IN PARK AT A GAS STATION WI...

Jun 23, 2010 Power Train 125,483 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STARTED TO NOTICE IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AFTER IDLING FOR A FEW MINUTES IN PARK. I THOUGHT IT WAS MY IMAGINATION AT FIRST. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES WHEN I DROVE IT (THIS IS NOT THE CAR I USUALLY DRIVE). THEN ON JUNE 5, 2010 I WAS IN PARK AT A GAS STATION WI...

Jun 23, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 125,483 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. STARTED TO NOTICE IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD LUNGE FORWARD AFTER IDLING FOR A FEW MINUTES IN PARK. I THOUGHT IT WAS MY IMAGINATION AT FIRST. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES WHEN I DROVE IT (THIS IS NOT THE CAR I USUALLY DRIVE). THEN ON JUNE 5, 2010 I WAS IN PARK AT A GAS STATION WI...

Jun 22, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 WHEN PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WILL JERK/THROW YOU BACK AND STALL. A FAILSAFE WARNING COME ON AND THE CAR SHUTS DOWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE SINCE MAY 11TH AFTER I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY AND IT WASN'T COVERED UNDER MY EXTENDED WARRANTY OR INSURAN...

Jun 22, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 WHEN PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WILL JERK/THROW YOU BACK AND STALL. A FAILSAFE WARNING COME ON AND THE CAR SHUTS DOWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE SINCE MAY 11TH AFTER I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY AND IT WASN'T COVERED UNDER MY EXTENDED WARRANTY OR INSURAN...

Jun 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 64,879 MILES HAS STARTED TO SURGE IN AND OUT OF PARK AND WHEN STOPPING FOR TRAFFIC. IT ALSO SURGES FROM PARK WHEN IN REVERSE AND I AM GOING TO BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE. I HAVE HAD THIS FREESTYLE SINCE IT WAS NEW AND HAVE MAINTAINED ALL REGULAR MAINTENANCE AS REQUIRED. I ALSO...

Jun 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 64,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 64,879 MILES HAS STARTED TO SURGE IN AND OUT OF PARK AND WHEN STOPPING FOR TRAFFIC. IT ALSO SURGES FROM PARK WHEN IN REVERSE AND I AM GOING TO BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE. I HAVE HAD THIS FREESTYLE SINCE IT WAS NEW AND HAVE MAINTAINED ALL REGULAR MAINTENANCE AS REQUIRED. I ALSO...

Jun 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 64,879 MILES HAS STARTED TO SURGE IN AND OUT OF PARK AND WHEN STOPPING FOR TRAFFIC. IT ALSO SURGES FROM PARK WHEN IN REVERSE AND I AM GOING TO BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE. I HAVE HAD THIS FREESTYLE SINCE IT WAS NEW AND HAVE MAINTAINED ALL REGULAR MAINTENANCE AS REQUIRED. I ALSO...

Jun 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 64,700 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 64,879 MILES HAS STARTED TO SURGE IN AND OUT OF PARK AND WHEN STOPPING FOR TRAFFIC. IT ALSO SURGES FROM PARK WHEN IN REVERSE AND I AM GOING TO BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE. I HAVE HAD THIS FREESTYLE SINCE IT WAS NEW AND HAVE MAINTAINED ALL REGULAR MAINTENANCE AS REQUIRED. I ALSO...

Jun 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LOCKED UP A YEAR AGO AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY THAT NEEDS REPLACING BUT IT'S ON NATIONAL BACKORDER. WE WERE TOLD IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE BUT IT SURGES SOME AND STILL NO PART! AFTER RESEARCH, THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING TO EVERYONE. WHAT IS FORD WAITING FOR, PEOPLE...

Jun 15, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD SUDDENLY GO INTO SAFE MODE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND LOSE POWER WHEN HE WAS DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 55 MPH AND 65 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER...

Jun 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

2005 FORD FREESTYLE LOCKED UP A YEAR AGO AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY THAT NEEDS REPLACING BUT IT'S ON NATIONAL BACKORDER. WE WERE TOLD IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE BUT IT SURGES SOME AND STILL NO PART! AFTER RESEARCH, THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING TO EVERYONE. WHAT IS FORD WAITING FOR, PEOPLE...

Jun 15, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD SUDDENLY GO INTO SAFE MODE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND LOSE POWER WHEN HE WAS DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 55 MPH AND 65 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER...

Jun 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 99,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES SINCE ABOUT 20,000 MILES. NOW HAS 100,000 AND SURGING AROUND 5 FEET, MOSTLY IN AND OUT OF PARKING OR IN STOP/GO TRAFFIC. MY CAR LUNGED APRROX. 5 FEET BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT LADYAS I WAS PULLING OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT GROCERY STORE; SHE SCREAMED, JUMPED, AND YELLED AT ...

Jun 12, 2010 Seats 99,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES SINCE ABOUT 20,000 MILES. NOW HAS 100,000 AND SURGING AROUND 5 FEET, MOSTLY IN AND OUT OF PARKING OR IN STOP/GO TRAFFIC. MY CAR LUNGED APRROX. 5 FEET BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT LADYAS I WAS PULLING OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT GROCERY STORE; SHE SCREAMED, JUMPED, AND YELLED AT ...

Jun 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 99,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES SINCE ABOUT 20,000 MILES. NOW HAS 100,000 AND SURGING AROUND 5 FEET, MOSTLY IN AND OUT OF PARKING OR IN STOP/GO TRAFFIC. MY CAR LUNGED APRROX. 5 FEET BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT LADYAS I WAS PULLING OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT GROCERY STORE; SHE SCREAMED, JUMPED, AND YELLED AT ...

Jun 12, 2010 Seats 99,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES SINCE ABOUT 20,000 MILES. NOW HAS 100,000 AND SURGING AROUND 5 FEET, MOSTLY IN AND OUT OF PARKING OR IN STOP/GO TRAFFIC. MY CAR LUNGED APRROX. 5 FEET BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT LADYAS I WAS PULLING OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT GROCERY STORE; SHE SCREAMED, JUMPED, AND YELLED AT ...

Jun 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,100 mi

WHILE ON OUT OF STATE VACATION, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS IDLING IN PARK WITH THE AC RUNNING. WHEN THE CAR WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, IT ACCELERATED QUICKLY (UNINTENDED) WITH NO INPUT AT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. ONCE I STOPPED THE CAR, THE ENGINE DIED. WHEN IT WAS RESTARTED, IT IDLED ROUGHLY FOR A MI...

Jun 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 79,100 mi

WHILE ON OUT OF STATE VACATION, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS IDLING IN PARK WITH THE AC RUNNING. WHEN THE CAR WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, IT ACCELERATED QUICKLY (UNINTENDED) WITH NO INPUT AT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. ONCE I STOPPED THE CAR, THE ENGINE DIED. WHEN IT WAS RESTARTED, IT IDLED ROUGHLY FOR A MI...

Jun 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, CAR HAS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION WHEN PLACING CAR IN REVERSE AND/OR DRIVE. CAR INSPECTED AT FORD GARAGE. NOTHING REPORTED. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, CAR HAS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION WHEN PLACING CAR IN REVERSE AND/OR DRIVE. CAR INSPECTED AT FORD GARAGE. NOTHING REPORTED. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES IN HOT WEATHER. THROTTLE GETS STUCK. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES IN HOT WEATHER. THROTTLE GETS STUCK. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, CAR HAS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION WHEN PLACING CAR IN REVERSE AND/OR DRIVE. CAR INSPECTED AT FORD GARAGE. NOTHING REPORTED. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, CAR HAS UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION WHEN PLACING CAR IN REVERSE AND/OR DRIVE. CAR INSPECTED AT FORD GARAGE. NOTHING REPORTED. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES IN HOT WEATHER. THROTTLE GETS STUCK. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

VEHICLE SURGES IN HOT WEATHER. THROTTLE GETS STUCK. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,000 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY AT LOW SPEEDS. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES WHEN PUT INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WITHOUT STEPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,000 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY AT LOW SPEEDS. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES WHEN PUT INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR WITHOUT STEPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL. *TR

Jun 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT SPEEDS UNDER 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTENTLY ACCELERATED AND THE ENGINE SLIGHTLY REVVED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR, SPONTANEOUSLY AND WITH INCREASED FREQUENCY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FIFTY TIM...

Jun 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT SPEEDS UNDER 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTENTLY ACCELERATED AND THE ENGINE SLIGHTLY REVVED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR, SPONTANEOUSLY AND WITH INCREASED FREQUENCY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FIFTY TIM...

May 26, 2010 Power Train

CAR EXPERIENCES SUDDEN SURGES AND ACCELERATION WHEN IDLING (IN FORWARD OR REVERSE), AND WILL SUDDENLY DROP INTO FAILSAFE MODE AT HIGHWAY SPEED, REQUIRING TURNING OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTING IN ORDER TO DRIVE AT SPEED. CAR DROPS INTO FAILSAFE AND WILL NOT RESET - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINS ON. HAVE RE...

May 26, 2010 Power Train

CAR EXPERIENCES SUDDEN SURGES AND ACCELERATION WHEN IDLING (IN FORWARD OR REVERSE), AND WILL SUDDENLY DROP INTO FAILSAFE MODE AT HIGHWAY SPEED, REQUIRING TURNING OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTING IN ORDER TO DRIVE AT SPEED. CAR DROPS INTO FAILSAFE AND WILL NOT RESET - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINS ON. HAVE RE...

May 25, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

LOUD NOISES COMING FROM CAR, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION DAYS PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK. DRIVING TO WORK CAR TURNS OFF AND COMES TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY INTERSECTION. CAN START CAR BUT CAN'T MOVE IT. CAR DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. HAVING CAR LOOKED AT BY DEALER. READING MESSAGE BOARDS A...

May 25, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

LOUD NOISES COMING FROM CAR, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION DAYS PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK. DRIVING TO WORK CAR TURNS OFF AND COMES TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY INTERSECTION. CAN START CAR BUT CAN'T MOVE IT. CAR DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. HAVING CAR LOOKED AT BY DEALER. READING MESSAGE BOARDS A...

May 25, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

LOUD NOISES COMING FROM CAR, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION DAYS PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK. DRIVING TO WORK CAR TURNS OFF AND COMES TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY INTERSECTION. CAN START CAR BUT CAN'T MOVE IT. CAR DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. HAVING CAR LOOKED AT BY DEALER. READING MESSAGE BOARDS A...

May 25, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

LOUD NOISES COMING FROM CAR, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION DAYS PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK. DRIVING TO WORK CAR TURNS OFF AND COMES TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY INTERSECTION. CAN START CAR BUT CAN'T MOVE IT. CAR DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. HAVING CAR LOOKED AT BY DEALER. READING MESSAGE BOARDS A...

May 24, 2010 Suspension 92,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE...LOWER RIGHT REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM FAILED AT FRAME ATTACHMENT BRACKET...NEAR LOSS OF CONTROL AT LOW SPEED...HAD FAILURE HAPPENED AT HIGHWAY SPEED THE RESULT COULD HAVE BEEN VERY SERIOUS. *TR

May 24, 2010 Suspension 92,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE...LOWER RIGHT REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM FAILED AT FRAME ATTACHMENT BRACKET...NEAR LOSS OF CONTROL AT LOW SPEED...HAD FAILURE HAPPENED AT HIGHWAY SPEED THE RESULT COULD HAVE BEEN VERY SERIOUS. *TR

May 21, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

FAILURE OF ROLL RESTRICTOR BUSHING ON TOP ENGINE MOUNT OF 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

May 21, 2010 Electrical System 70,719 mi

ELECTRICAL GROUND CONNECTION FAILURE 2ND REPAIR WITHIN 70,000. *TR

May 21, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,000 mi

FAILURE OF ROLL RESTRICTOR BUSHING ON TOP ENGINE MOUNT OF 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

May 21, 2010 Electrical System 70,719 mi

ELECTRICAL GROUND CONNECTION FAILURE 2ND REPAIR WITHIN 70,000. *TR

May 10, 2010 Electrical System 52,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 54K MILES. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INTERMITTENTLY GOES COMPLETELY DARK. ALL GAUGES INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER STOP WORKING. HAPPENS RANDOMLY ABOUT 2 TIMES PER DAY. TAKEN TO FORD DEALER WHO LOOKED UP TSB (06-17-9). CHARGED $750 FOR PARTS AND LABOR. NO RESPONSIBILITY TAKEN BY FORD...

May 10, 2010 Electrical System 52,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 54K MILES. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INTERMITTENTLY GOES COMPLETELY DARK. ALL GAUGES INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER STOP WORKING. HAPPENS RANDOMLY ABOUT 2 TIMES PER DAY. TAKEN TO FORD DEALER WHO LOOKED UP TSB (06-17-9). CHARGED $750 FOR PARTS AND LABOR. NO RESPONSIBILITY TAKEN BY FORD...

May 6, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A HABIT OF LURCHING FORWARD IN AN INVOLUNTARY MOTION. MANY TIMES I'VE GONE FROM PARK TO DRIVE, WITH BRAKES APPLIED, THE RPM INCREASE AND A STRONG LURCH FORWARD IS DONE. EVEN WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED IT NEARLY FORCES ITSELF TO GO FORWARD WHEN I THRO IT IN REVERSE, IT WILL REPEAT ...

May 6, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A HABIT OF LURCHING FORWARD IN AN INVOLUNTARY MOTION. MANY TIMES I'VE GONE FROM PARK TO DRIVE, WITH BRAKES APPLIED, THE RPM INCREASE AND A STRONG LURCH FORWARD IS DONE. EVEN WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED IT NEARLY FORCES ITSELF TO GO FORWARD WHEN I THRO IT IN REVERSE, IT WILL REPEAT ...

Apr 26, 2010 Visibility 26,000 mi

REAR WINDOW OF 2005 FORD FREESTYLE EXPLODED WHEN DRIVING OUT OF THE GARAGE. *TR

Apr 26, 2010 Visibility 26,000 mi

REAR WINDOW OF 2005 FORD FREESTYLE EXPLODED WHEN DRIVING OUT OF THE GARAGE. *TR

Apr 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED AND THEN STALLED ALTHOUGH THE CONTACTS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AGAIN WHERE THE VEHICLE SURGED AND LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER...

Apr 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED AND THEN STALLED ALTHOUGH THE CONTACTS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AGAIN WHERE THE VEHICLE SURGED AND LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER...

Apr 19, 2010 Electrical System 33,200 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 33,200 MILES ON IT. I BOUGHT IT NEW. IN LATE MARCH 2010, THE NEEDLES ON THE GAUGES STARTED SWEEPING DOWN TO ZERO AND THE CAR LOST POWER. THEN THE CAR REGAINED POWER AGAIN. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING DOWN ...

Apr 19, 2010 Electrical System 33,200 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 33,200 MILES ON IT. I BOUGHT IT NEW. IN LATE MARCH 2010, THE NEEDLES ON THE GAUGES STARTED SWEEPING DOWN TO ZERO AND THE CAR LOST POWER. THEN THE CAR REGAINED POWER AGAIN. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING DOWN ...

Apr 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 101,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE PURCHASED IN 2009. MY WIFE HAS HAD THE CAR 'STALL' IN BUSY TRAFFIC 4-5 TIMES OVER THE PAST TWO MONTHS (FEB-MAR 2010). THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN WALDORF MARYLAND DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDING REPLACED. I'VE CONSULTED THE INTERNET REGARDING THIS...

Apr 5, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 101,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE PURCHASED IN 2009. MY WIFE HAS HAD THE CAR 'STALL' IN BUSY TRAFFIC 4-5 TIMES OVER THE PAST TWO MONTHS (FEB-MAR 2010). THE FORD DEALERSHIP IN WALDORF MARYLAND DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDING REPLACED. I'VE CONSULTED THE INTERNET REGARDING THIS...

Mar 31, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. A FEW MONTHS AGO I STARTED NOTICING THAT IT DID NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. I WOULD GO TO PULL OUT OF AN INTERSECTION AND THE CAR WOULD SLUGGISHLY MOVE FORWARD WHICH WAS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. AS TIME WENT ON IT SEEMED TO GET WORSE. LATELY WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE IT WILL AL...

Mar 31, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. A FEW MONTHS AGO I STARTED NOTICING THAT IT DID NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. I WOULD GO TO PULL OUT OF AN INTERSECTION AND THE CAR WOULD SLUGGISHLY MOVE FORWARD WHICH WAS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. AS TIME WENT ON IT SEEMED TO GET WORSE. LATELY WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE IT WILL AL...

Mar 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, WE WENT TO FLORIDA BACK ON 07/2009 IT WAS VERY HOT. THE CAR STARTED JERKING, THAN IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THAN IT ALMOST STOPPED. THAN IT WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35. AND THAN IT ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH WE ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK OF SOMEONE. WHEN WE ARRIVED BACK HO...

Mar 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, WE WENT TO FLORIDA BACK ON 07/2009 IT WAS VERY HOT. THE CAR STARTED JERKING, THAN IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THAN IT ALMOST STOPPED. THAN IT WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35. AND THAN IT ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH WE ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK OF SOMEONE. WHEN WE ARRIVED BACK HO...

Mar 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, WE WENT TO FLORIDA BACK ON 07/2009 IT WAS VERY HOT. THE CAR STARTED JERKING, THAN IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THAN IT ALMOST STOPPED. THAN IT WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35. AND THAN IT ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH WE ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK OF SOMEONE. WHEN WE ARRIVED BACK HO...

Mar 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, WE WENT TO FLORIDA BACK ON 07/2009 IT WAS VERY HOT. THE CAR STARTED JERKING, THAN IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THAN IT ALMOST STOPPED. THAN IT WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35. AND THAN IT ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH WE ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK OF SOMEONE. WHEN WE ARRIVED BACK HO...

Mar 26, 2010 Power Train 82,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT 60,000 MILES, THE OIL PUMP AND SUPPLY TUBE WERE REPLACED. THEN AT 83,000 MILES THE SIDE SHAFT GEAR BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE LACK OF LUBRICANT THE OIL PUMP RECEIVED WHEN IT WAS REPLACE...

Mar 26, 2010 Power Train 82,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT 60,000 MILES, THE OIL PUMP AND SUPPLY TUBE WERE REPLACED. THEN AT 83,000 MILES THE SIDE SHAFT GEAR BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE LACK OF LUBRICANT THE OIL PUMP RECEIVED WHEN IT WAS REPLACE...

Mar 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

MY LEFT REAR BRAKE HEATS UP AND SMOKES. I HAVE TAKEN RIDES OF LESS THEN 10 MILES. I WILL BE REPLACING THE BRAKE SHOES FOR THE 4TH TIME. I HAVE ABOUT 50,000 MILES ON THE CAR. I'M AFRAID THAT ON A LONG TRIP THE WHEEL WILL LOCK UP AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. 2005 FORD FREESTYLE VIN#[XXX] INFORMATION RE...

Mar 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

MY LEFT REAR BRAKE HEATS UP AND SMOKES. I HAVE TAKEN RIDES OF LESS THEN 10 MILES. I WILL BE REPLACING THE BRAKE SHOES FOR THE 4TH TIME. I HAVE ABOUT 50,000 MILES ON THE CAR. I'M AFRAID THAT ON A LONG TRIP THE WHEEL WILL LOCK UP AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. 2005 FORD FREESTYLE VIN#[XXX] INFORMATION RE...

Mar 22, 2010 Electrical System

IT STARTED WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ACTING FUNNY THE GUAGES DROPPED TO 0 AND JITTERED AFTER A FEW SECONDS THEY WENT BACK TO NORMAL ... NOW MY REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON AND THE CLUSTER DOESN'T WORK FOR LONGER PERIODS OF TIME. *DT

Mar 22, 2010 Electrical System

IT STARTED WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ACTING FUNNY THE GUAGES DROPPED TO 0 AND JITTERED AFTER A FEW SECONDS THEY WENT BACK TO NORMAL ... NOW MY REVERSE LIGHTS STAY ON AND THE CLUSTER DOESN'T WORK FOR LONGER PERIODS OF TIME. *DT

Mar 18, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 37,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS BRAKE. SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES THE RPMS SURGE AND THE CAR STARTS LUNGING FORWARD PULLING ME OUT INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN SHUTDOWN FOR A SECOND AND WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE ...

Mar 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS BRAKE. SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES THE RPMS SURGE AND THE CAR STARTS LUNGING FORWARD PULLING ME OUT INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN SHUTDOWN FOR A SECOND AND WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE ...

Mar 18, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 37,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS BRAKE. SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES THE RPMS SURGE AND THE CAR STARTS LUNGING FORWARD PULLING ME OUT INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN SHUTDOWN FOR A SECOND AND WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE ...

Mar 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS BRAKE. SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES THE RPMS SURGE AND THE CAR STARTS LUNGING FORWARD PULLING ME OUT INTO THE INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN SHUTDOWN FOR A SECOND AND WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE ...

Mar 11, 2010 Power Train 20,000 mi

WE HAD A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT WOULD ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WE GOT RID OF THE VEHICLE AFTER A COUPLE TIMES THAT THIS HAPPENED AND ONE CLOSE CALL WITH A WALL. THE DEALERSHIP COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *TR

Mar 11, 2010 Power Train 20,000 mi

WE HAD A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT WOULD ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. WE GOT RID OF THE VEHICLE AFTER A COUPLE TIMES THAT THIS HAPPENED AND ONE CLOSE CALL WITH A WALL. THE DEALERSHIP COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *TR

Mar 10, 2010 Electrical System 86,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. OVER THE LAST 4-5 MONTHS WE HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE INSTRUMENTATION PANEL "GOING BLACK". THIS HAS CAUSED THE VEHICLES REVERSE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND STAY ON. IT WAS HAPPENING ABOUT ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS AND HAS INCREASED TO A WEEKLY ISSUE. WE HAVE TO UNHOOK AND REHOOK TH...

Mar 10, 2010 Electrical System 86,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. OVER THE LAST 4-5 MONTHS WE HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE INSTRUMENTATION PANEL "GOING BLACK". THIS HAS CAUSED THE VEHICLES REVERSE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND STAY ON. IT WAS HAPPENING ABOUT ONCE EVERY FEW WEEKS AND HAS INCREASED TO A WEEKLY ISSUE. WE HAVE TO UNHOOK AND REHOOK TH...

Mar 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 54,980 mi

FIRST TIME IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC. CAR ACCELERATED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. FOOT ON BRAKE MADE NO DIFFERENCE. WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON DASHBOARD INDICATING IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY VALVE TO GO TO A DEALER IMMEDIATELY. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THROTTLE BODY VALVES WERE ON BACK ORDER AND RECO...

Mar 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 54,980 mi

FIRST TIME IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC. CAR ACCELERATED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. FOOT ON BRAKE MADE NO DIFFERENCE. WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON DASHBOARD INDICATING IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY VALVE TO GO TO A DEALER IMMEDIATELY. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER INDICATED THROTTLE BODY VALVES WERE ON BACK ORDER AND RECO...

Feb 27, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL THE NHTSA SHOULD RE-OPEN THE NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 BECAUSE THE CAR'S REVERSE LIGHTS INCORRECTLY TURN ON DURING THIS PROBLEM AND SEEM TO BE RELATED THIS ISSUE. FO...

Feb 27, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL THE NHTSA SHOULD RE-OPEN THE NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 BECAUSE THE CAR'S REVERSE LIGHTS INCORRECTLY TURN ON DURING THIS PROBLEM AND SEEM TO BE RELATED THIS ISSUE. FO...

Feb 27, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL THE NHTSA SHOULD RE-OPEN THE NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 BECAUSE THE CAR'S REVERSE LIGHTS INCORRECTLY TURN ON DURING THIS PROBLEM AND SEEM TO BE RELATED THIS ISSUE. FO...

Feb 27, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

REQUEST TO RE-OPEN NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL THE NHTSA SHOULD RE-OPEN THE NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE07058 BECAUSE THE CAR'S REVERSE LIGHTS INCORRECTLY TURN ON DURING THIS PROBLEM AND SEEM TO BE RELATED THIS ISSUE. FO...

Feb 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

CAR WOULD HESITATE WHEN PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, THEN SUDDENLY CATCH AND ACCELERATE AFTER SOME TIME PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. HAD IT CHECKED PREVIOUSLY WITH THE SUGGESTION TO REPLACE FUEL FILTER. AFTER A FEW MONTHS, PROBLEM GOT WORSE, ANOTHER SERVICE STATION FOUND THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Feb 25, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

CAR WOULD HESITATE WHEN PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, THEN SUDDENLY CATCH AND ACCELERATE AFTER SOME TIME PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. HAD IT CHECKED PREVIOUSLY WITH THE SUGGESTION TO REPLACE FUEL FILTER. AFTER A FEW MONTHS, PROBLEM GOT WORSE, ANOTHER SERVICE STATION FOUND THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Feb 25, 2010 Electrical System 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. HE STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND MAKING A TURN THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL STOPPED WORKING. THE RPM NEEDLE BEGAN MOVING RAPIDLY, YET THE PANEL DID NOT ILLUMINATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED TWICE A DAY ON A DAILY BASIS. THE DEALER STAT...

Feb 25, 2010 Electrical System 87,213 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE W/87,213 MI., PURCHASED USED WITH 87090 MILES. DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH, SLOWING TO STOP, PUT TURN SIGNALS ON, NO TURN SIGNALS. NOTICED CHECK TRANSMISSION & AIR BAG LAMPS LIT. PULLED OVER, SHUT THE ENGINE OFF & TOOK KEY OUT, SPEED STILL REGISTERING A SPEED OF 40 MPH. CYCLED THE CAR ...

Feb 25, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

CAR WOULD HESITATE WHEN PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, THEN SUDDENLY CATCH AND ACCELERATE AFTER SOME TIME PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. HAD IT CHECKED PREVIOUSLY WITH THE SUGGESTION TO REPLACE FUEL FILTER. AFTER A FEW MONTHS, PROBLEM GOT WORSE, ANOTHER SERVICE STATION FOUND THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Feb 25, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

CAR WOULD HESITATE WHEN PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, THEN SUDDENLY CATCH AND ACCELERATE AFTER SOME TIME PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR. HAD IT CHECKED PREVIOUSLY WITH THE SUGGESTION TO REPLACE FUEL FILTER. AFTER A FEW MONTHS, PROBLEM GOT WORSE, ANOTHER SERVICE STATION FOUND THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Feb 25, 2010 Electrical System 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. HE STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND MAKING A TURN THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL STOPPED WORKING. THE RPM NEEDLE BEGAN MOVING RAPIDLY, YET THE PANEL DID NOT ILLUMINATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED TWICE A DAY ON A DAILY BASIS. THE DEALER STAT...

Feb 25, 2010 Electrical System 87,213 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE W/87,213 MI., PURCHASED USED WITH 87090 MILES. DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH, SLOWING TO STOP, PUT TURN SIGNALS ON, NO TURN SIGNALS. NOTICED CHECK TRANSMISSION & AIR BAG LAMPS LIT. PULLED OVER, SHUT THE ENGINE OFF & TOOK KEY OUT, SPEED STILL REGISTERING A SPEED OF 40 MPH. CYCLED THE CAR ...

Feb 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS TOYOTA IS HAVING. OUR CAR STARTED ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. DALE JARRETT FORD REPLACED THE COMPUTER. AND SINCE THAN THE PROBLEM STOPPED. THEY TOLD US THAT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE COMPUTER. BUT WE RECEIVED A CARD IN THE MAIL FROM THEM THAT OUR COMPU...

Feb 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS TOYOTA IS HAVING. OUR CAR STARTED ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. DALE JARRETT FORD REPLACED THE COMPUTER. AND SINCE THAN THE PROBLEM STOPPED. THEY TOLD US THAT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE COMPUTER. BUT WE RECEIVED A CARD IN THE MAIL FROM THEM THAT OUR COMPU...

Feb 24, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS TOYOTA IS HAVING. OUR CAR STARTED ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. DALE JARRETT FORD REPLACED THE COMPUTER. AND SINCE THAN THE PROBLEM STOPPED. THEY TOLD US THAT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE COMPUTER. BUT WE RECEIVED A CARD IN THE MAIL FROM THEM THAT OUR COMPU...

Feb 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS TOYOTA IS HAVING. OUR CAR STARTED ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. DALE JARRETT FORD REPLACED THE COMPUTER. AND SINCE THAN THE PROBLEM STOPPED. THEY TOLD US THAT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE THE COMPUTER. BUT WE RECEIVED A CARD IN THE MAIL FROM THEM THAT OUR COMPU...

Feb 12, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

CRACKED ENGINE MOUNT ON FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

Feb 12, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

CRACKED ENGINE MOUNT ON FORD FREESTYLE. *TR

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

1. EARLY LAST YEAR, MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A TENDENCY TO LUNGE (ACCELERATE) WHEN BRAKING TOWARD A STOPLIGHT OR A PARKING SPOT. 2. THE FREQUENCY OF THE OCCURRENCE INCREASES ONCE THE VEHICLE ENGINE IS WARMED UP TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVE...

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 50,000 mi

1. EARLY LAST YEAR, MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A TENDENCY TO LUNGE (ACCELERATE) WHEN BRAKING TOWARD A STOPLIGHT OR A PARKING SPOT. 2. THE FREQUENCY OF THE OCCURRENCE INCREASES ONCE THE VEHICLE ENGINE IS WARMED UP TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVE...

Feb 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHEN HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN SHE DROVE IN REVERSE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED OVER 50 TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE...

Feb 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHEN HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT LUNGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN SHE DROVE IN REVERSE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED OVER 50 TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE...

Feb 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING, HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ALREADY. HAPPENS WHEN IT'S RAINY, AFTER NOT DRIVING THE CAR FOR A DAY. CAN BE REALLY BAD IF HAPPENS ON THE HIGHWAY - YOU STEP ON GAS AND THERE'S NO RESPONSE (THE ENGINE IS RUNNING) - THE CAR CAN ESSENTIALLY STOP BY ITSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF TH...

Feb 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING, HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ALREADY. HAPPENS WHEN IT'S RAINY, AFTER NOT DRIVING THE CAR FOR A DAY. CAN BE REALLY BAD IF HAPPENS ON THE HIGHWAY - YOU STEP ON GAS AND THERE'S NO RESPONSE (THE ENGINE IS RUNNING) - THE CAR CAN ESSENTIALLY STOP BY ITSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF TH...

Jan 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 63,585 mi

ON 1/25/10 WHILE DRIVING CAR BEGINS TO STUDDER AND THEN SHUTS DOWN. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS ABLE TO COAST TO EMERGENCY LANE. UNRESPONSIVE TO THROTTLING WHEN RUNNING. EVENTUALLY RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO LIMP HOME (PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 MORE TIMES BEFORE ARRIVING HOME 10 MILES DOWN THE ROAD). T...

Jan 28, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 63,585 mi

ON 1/25/10 WHILE DRIVING CAR BEGINS TO STUDDER AND THEN SHUTS DOWN. WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS ABLE TO COAST TO EMERGENCY LANE. UNRESPONSIVE TO THROTTLING WHEN RUNNING. EVENTUALLY RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO LIMP HOME (PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 MORE TIMES BEFORE ARRIVING HOME 10 MILES DOWN THE ROAD). T...

Jan 27, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SHUT OFF AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. HE NOTICED THE MALFUNCTION ON A FREQUENT BASIS AND OVER TIME IT HAS BECOME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SINCE MAY 2008. HE HAD NOT TAKEN ...

Jan 27, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SHUT OFF AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS TO FLASH ON AND OFF. HE NOTICED THE MALFUNCTION ON A FREQUENT BASIS AND OVER TIME IT HAS BECOME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SINCE MAY 2008. HE HAD NOT TAKEN ...

Jan 24, 2010 Power Train 71,883 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SHUTTING OFF, SURGING WHILE IN PARK, DECREASED POWER WHILE DRIVING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, AIR BAG LIGHT COMING ON, LEACHING AND SURGING WHILE DRIVING. OCCURS EVERY DAY AT VARIOUS TIMES WHILE DRIVING. WAITED 7 MONTHS FOR A REPLACEMENT THROTTLE BODY ($600), DID NOT RESOLVE ...

Jan 24, 2010 Power Train 71,883 mi

05 FORD FREESTYLE SHUTTING OFF, SURGING WHILE IN PARK, DECREASED POWER WHILE DRIVING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, AIR BAG LIGHT COMING ON, LEACHING AND SURGING WHILE DRIVING. OCCURS EVERY DAY AT VARIOUS TIMES WHILE DRIVING. WAITED 7 MONTHS FOR A REPLACEMENT THROTTLE BODY ($600), DID NOT RESOLVE ...

Jan 22, 2010 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LEAKING FOR MONTHS. LARGE PUDDLES HAVE FORMED ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. MOST RECENTLY, WATER HAS LEAKED FROM THE SUNROOF ONTO BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE. I HAVE READ EXTENSIVELY ON THE INTERNET ABOUT A BASIC DESIGN FLAW IN THIS CAR THAT ...

Jan 22, 2010 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 HAS BEEN LEAKING FOR MONTHS. LARGE PUDDLES HAVE FORMED ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. MOST RECENTLY, WATER HAS LEAKED FROM THE SUNROOF ONTO BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE. I HAVE READ EXTENSIVELY ON THE INTERNET ABOUT A BASIC DESIGN FLAW IN THIS CAR THAT ...

Jan 21, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,975 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ENGINE STOPS WITHOUT WARNING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. USUALLY COULD BE RESTARTED AFTER VEHICLE STOPS AND IS PLACED IN PARK OR NEUTRAL. *TR UPDATED 08/19/10*BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THEY A...

Jan 21, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,975 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ENGINE STOPS WITHOUT WARNING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. USUALLY COULD BE RESTARTED AFTER VEHICLE STOPS AND IS PLACED IN PARK OR NEUTRAL. *TR UPDATED 08/19/10*BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THEY A...

Jan 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND THEN RESTARTED IT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED NOT TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND THE GEAR SH...

Jan 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND THEN RESTARTED IT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED NOT TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND THE GEAR SH...

Jan 8, 2010 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLES RPMS DECREASED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IT SURGED, JOLTED FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. A LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEA...

Jan 8, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR LATCHES ARE DEFECTIVE. RECALL NUMBER 06V383000, LATCHES, LOCKS, LINKAGES AND DOOR LATCH WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DOOR LATCH STICKS AND THE DOOR REOPENS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE IT. THE VEHI...

Jan 8, 2010 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLES RPMS DECREASED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE DRIVE POSITION, IT SURGED, JOLTED FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS. A LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEA...

Jan 8, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR LATCHES ARE DEFECTIVE. RECALL NUMBER 06V383000, LATCHES, LOCKS, LINKAGES AND DOOR LATCH WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DOOR LATCH STICKS AND THE DOOR REOPENS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE IT. THE VEHI...

Jan 3, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 LIMITED EDITION THROTTLE BODY NEEDED REPLACEMENT HOWEVER PART WAS BACK ORDERED FOR 6 MONTHS AND NOW THEY DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT PART. I HAD A HEATED THROTTLE BODY THAT I PAID FOR ON THE CAR AND NOW THEY ARE SWITCHING IT TO A NON HEATED. SO IF I GO TO THE SNOW IM SOL. *TR

Jan 3, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

FORD FREESTYLE 2005 LIMITED EDITION THROTTLE BODY NEEDED REPLACEMENT HOWEVER PART WAS BACK ORDERED FOR 6 MONTHS AND NOW THEY DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT PART. I HAD A HEATED THROTTLE BODY THAT I PAID FOR ON THE CAR AND NOW THEY ARE SWITCHING IT TO A NON HEATED. SO IF I GO TO THE SNOW IM SOL. *TR

Dec 15, 2009 Power Train 78,000 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BRAND NEW, AFTER 34,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT, LUCKILY IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY, ANOTHER 30,000 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION HAS GONE AGAIN; AS I WAS PULLING OUT ONTO A HIGHWAY! THIS TECHNICALLY WILL BE THE 3RD TRANSMISSION IN THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE KEPT MAINTENANC...

Dec 15, 2009 Power Train 78,000 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BRAND NEW, AFTER 34,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT, LUCKILY IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY, ANOTHER 30,000 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION HAS GONE AGAIN; AS I WAS PULLING OUT ONTO A HIGHWAY! THIS TECHNICALLY WILL BE THE 3RD TRANSMISSION IN THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE KEPT MAINTENANC...

Dec 13, 2009 Visibility

WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAK INSIDE THE CAR CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS OF THE CAR TO FOG REAL BAD. I HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF I - 65 BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING. THE WINDSHIELD AND THE WINDOWS FOGGED SO FAST THAT I COULD NOT SEE THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO...

Dec 13, 2009 Structure

WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAK INSIDE THE CAR CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS OF THE CAR TO FOG REAL BAD. I HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF I - 65 BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING. THE WINDSHIELD AND THE WINDOWS FOGGED SO FAST THAT I COULD NOT SEE THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO...

Dec 13, 2009 Visibility

WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAK INSIDE THE CAR CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS OF THE CAR TO FOG REAL BAD. I HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF I - 65 BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING. THE WINDSHIELD AND THE WINDOWS FOGGED SO FAST THAT I COULD NOT SEE THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO...

Dec 13, 2009 Structure

WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAK INSIDE THE CAR CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS OF THE CAR TO FOG REAL BAD. I HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF I - 65 BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING. THE WINDSHIELD AND THE WINDOWS FOGGED SO FAST THAT I COULD NOT SEE THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO...

Dec 10, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 32,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DRIVER SIDE POWER LOCKING DEVICE, AND DOOR LATCH FAILED TO FUNCTION. AS A CONSEQUENCE THE DOOR WOULD NOT FULLY CLOSE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE WEATHER TEMPERATURES WERE COOL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. T...

Dec 10, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 32,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DRIVER SIDE POWER LOCKING DEVICE, AND DOOR LATCH FAILED TO FUNCTION. AS A CONSEQUENCE THE DOOR WOULD NOT FULLY CLOSE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE WEATHER TEMPERATURES WERE COOL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. T...

Dec 8, 2009 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND HEADLIGHTS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED AT THIS TIME. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 63,000. ...

Dec 8, 2009 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND HEADLIGHTS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED AT THIS TIME. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 63,000. ...

Nov 29, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: WE DID HAVE A TERRIBLE PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 FREESTYLE AND IT WAS IN THE FORD REPAIR SHOP ON AND OFF FOR OVER THREE MONTHS. THE FIRST TIME IT WENT IN WE PAID TO HAVE THE WORK DONE BUT WHEN IT STARTED LINKING AGAIN WE REFUSED TO PAY EVEN THOUGH OUR WARRANTY WAS UP AT THE TIME...

Nov 29, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: WE DID HAVE A TERRIBLE PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 FREESTYLE AND IT WAS IN THE FORD REPAIR SHOP ON AND OFF FOR OVER THREE MONTHS. THE FIRST TIME IT WENT IN WE PAID TO HAVE THE WORK DONE BUT WHEN IT STARTED LINKING AGAIN WE REFUSED TO PAY EVEN THOUGH OUR WARRANTY WAS UP AT THE TIME...

Nov 28, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 34,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ABOUT A MONTH AGO STARTED TO ACCELERATE BY ITSELF FOR VERY SHORT SECONDS. AS TIME PASSED ACCELERATIONS WERE STRONGER. I NOTICE THEY WERE MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE IN REVERSE. A WEEK AGO AS SOON AS I PUT THE CAR ON REVERSE REVOLUTION WHEN UP QUICKLY AN...

Nov 28, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 34,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ABOUT A MONTH AGO STARTED TO ACCELERATE BY ITSELF FOR VERY SHORT SECONDS. AS TIME PASSED ACCELERATIONS WERE STRONGER. I NOTICE THEY WERE MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE IN REVERSE. A WEEK AGO AS SOON AS I PUT THE CAR ON REVERSE REVOLUTION WHEN UP QUICKLY AN...

Nov 26, 2009 Structure

A DEFECT IN FORD FREESTYLE 2005. BASICALLY, INTERIOR LEAK THAT IS HIDDEN UNTIL A PERSON HAS A NEED TO LOOK AT THE SPARE TIRE IN THE TRUNK AREA. I NOTICED MOISTURE MONTHS AGO, BUT FIGURED THAT IT WAS RAIN WATER THAT FELL IN WHEN I OPENED THE HATCH. RECENTLY, I NEEDED TO BRING MY CAR IN FOR SERVICE...

Nov 26, 2009 Structure

A DEFECT IN FORD FREESTYLE 2005. BASICALLY, INTERIOR LEAK THAT IS HIDDEN UNTIL A PERSON HAS A NEED TO LOOK AT THE SPARE TIRE IN THE TRUNK AREA. I NOTICED MOISTURE MONTHS AGO, BUT FIGURED THAT IT WAS RAIN WATER THAT FELL IN WHEN I OPENED THE HATCH. RECENTLY, I NEEDED TO BRING MY CAR IN FOR SERVICE...

Nov 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 64,000 mi

THE REAR BRAKE PADS NO MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONTINUE TO FAIL, I AM ON MY 4TH SET WITH ONLY 64,000 MILES . INTERESTINGLY THE FRONT BRAKE PADS APPEAR ALMOST NEW. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF THESE BRAKES AND HOLD THAT REPLACING THE REAR BRAKES EVERY 15-20,000 MILES IS NORMAL FOR THIS MODEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 64,000 mi

THE REAR BRAKE PADS NO MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CONTINUE TO FAIL, I AM ON MY 4TH SET WITH ONLY 64,000 MILES . INTERESTINGLY THE FRONT BRAKE PADS APPEAR ALMOST NEW. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF THESE BRAKES AND HOLD THAT REPLACING THE REAR BRAKES EVERY 15-20,000 MILES IS NORMAL FOR THIS MODEL. *TR

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 3.0 LITER V6. UNCOMMANDED HIGH REVS WHICH CAN LAUNCH THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY IF ONE DOES NOT HAVE THEIR FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. PROBLEM IN LINKED TO THE AUTOTHROTTLE BODY. ALSO ACTIVATES ENGINE LIGHT. PART ON ORDER, HOWEVER FORD HAS PUSHED BACK THE DATE OF SUPPLY OF PART SEVER...

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 78,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE 3.0 LITER V6. UNCOMMANDED HIGH REVS WHICH CAN LAUNCH THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY IF ONE DOES NOT HAVE THEIR FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. PROBLEM IN LINKED TO THE AUTOTHROTTLE BODY. ALSO ACTIVATES ENGINE LIGHT. PART ON ORDER, HOWEVER FORD HAS PUSHED BACK THE DATE OF SUPPLY OF PART SEVER...

Oct 30, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 48,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. HE WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, AND THE TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT THE THROTTL...

Oct 30, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 48,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. HE WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, AND THE TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT THE THROTTL...

Oct 2, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. HE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE GEAR OR AT A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY; HOWEVER, AFTER THE REPAIR WAS MADE THE ENGINE BEGAN TO STALL. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND A TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT...

Oct 2, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. HE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE GEAR OR AT A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY; HOWEVER, AFTER THE REPAIR WAS MADE THE ENGINE BEGAN TO STALL. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND A TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT...

Oct 1, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 42,130 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, THE RPMS INCREASED 2500 TO 3000 WITHOUT VEHICLE ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 42130.

Oct 1, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 42,130 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, THE RPMS INCREASED 2500 TO 3000 WITHOUT VEHICLE ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 42130.

Sep 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 15K IN MARCH OF 07 PER CUSTOMER AND TSB THEN ONE YEAR LATER AT 8K MORE DOWN TO YELLOW AND FORD NOTED TO WATCH. YEAR LATER IN SEPTEMBER 09 NOW 8K MORE BRAKES ONCE AGAIN IN RED! *TR

Sep 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 15K IN MARCH OF 07 PER CUSTOMER AND TSB THEN ONE YEAR LATER AT 8K MORE DOWN TO YELLOW AND FORD NOTED TO WATCH. YEAR LATER IN SEPTEMBER 09 NOW 8K MORE BRAKES ONCE AGAIN IN RED! *TR

Sep 27, 2009 Power Train 35,000 mi

I WAS LEAVING A PARKING LOT, AFTER STOPPING, TO ENTER A TWO LANE STREET WITH TRAFFIC BOTH WAYS. SOMEHOW THE CVT TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO REMAIN IN HIGH GEAR. I CREPT OUT INTO TRAFFIC AT A SLOW CRAWL WITH HORNS HONKING AND TIRES SCREECHING. I WAS LUCK IT IS A SMALL TOWN AND I WASN'T HIT. *TR

Sep 27, 2009 Power Train 35,000 mi

I WAS LEAVING A PARKING LOT, AFTER STOPPING, TO ENTER A TWO LANE STREET WITH TRAFFIC BOTH WAYS. SOMEHOW THE CVT TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO REMAIN IN HIGH GEAR. I CREPT OUT INTO TRAFFIC AT A SLOW CRAWL WITH HORNS HONKING AND TIRES SCREECHING. I WAS LUCK IT IS A SMALL TOWN AND I WASN'T HIT. *TR

Sep 26, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 4,108 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WOULD JERK AND ALMOST STALL, THEN WHEN SHIFTED TO DRIVE THE CAR WOULD STALL, WHEN THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF AND THE PUT INTO DRIVE THE CAR RAN ROUGH, I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THE FIRST TIME , THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS WATER IN THE BOX, I AM A CERTIFIED MECHAN...

Sep 26, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 4,108 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WOULD JERK AND ALMOST STALL, THEN WHEN SHIFTED TO DRIVE THE CAR WOULD STALL, WHEN THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF AND THE PUT INTO DRIVE THE CAR RAN ROUGH, I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THE FIRST TIME , THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS WATER IN THE BOX, I AM A CERTIFIED MECHAN...

Sep 26, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 4,108 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WOULD JERK AND ALMOST STALL, THEN WHEN SHIFTED TO DRIVE THE CAR WOULD STALL, WHEN THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF AND THE PUT INTO DRIVE THE CAR RAN ROUGH, I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THE FIRST TIME , THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS WATER IN THE BOX, I AM A CERTIFIED MECHAN...

Sep 26, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 4,108 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WOULD JERK AND ALMOST STALL, THEN WHEN SHIFTED TO DRIVE THE CAR WOULD STALL, WHEN THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF AND THE PUT INTO DRIVE THE CAR RAN ROUGH, I HAD TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THE FIRST TIME , THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS WATER IN THE BOX, I AM A CERTIFIED MECHAN...

Sep 23, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 25,000 mi

FUEL GAUGE WILL DROP TO ZERO AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. I PAID $109 FOR FORD TO TELL ME IT WILL COST $500 TO FIX FAULTY FUEL MODULES WHICH IS KNOWN BY FORD TO BE FAULTY IN 2006. THEY WILL NOT FIX IT AT THERE COST. *TR

Sep 23, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 25,000 mi

FUEL GAUGE WILL DROP TO ZERO AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. I PAID $109 FOR FORD TO TELL ME IT WILL COST $500 TO FIX FAULTY FUEL MODULES WHICH IS KNOWN BY FORD TO BE FAULTY IN 2006. THEY WILL NOT FIX IT AT THERE COST. *TR

Sep 17, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN ON FORDS LOT FOR 67 DAYS NOW. IT NEEDS A NEW THROTTLE BODY AND THEY ARE NOT STARTING PRODUCTION ON THEM UNTIL OCT 31ST 2009. WHICH MEANS THEY WILL NOT BE TESTED AND READY FOR INSTALL UNTIL NEXT YEAR WHICH MEANS I WILL HAVE GONE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT MY CAR WHICH...

Sep 17, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 44,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE THAT HAS BEEN ON FORDS LOT FOR 67 DAYS NOW. IT NEEDS A NEW THROTTLE BODY AND THEY ARE NOT STARTING PRODUCTION ON THEM UNTIL OCT 31ST 2009. WHICH MEANS THEY WILL NOT BE TESTED AND READY FOR INSTALL UNTIL NEXT YEAR WHICH MEANS I WILL HAVE GONE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT MY CAR WHICH...

Sep 15, 2009 Electrical System 64,000 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLIPS ON AND OFF AT RANDOM INTERVALS CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP INTO "SAFE MODE". IF THIS OCCURS AT HIGH SPEED THE CAR BUCKS AND BECOMES UNCONTROLLABLE UNTIL IT SLOWS DOWN BELOW 40MPH. IN A POSSIBLE RELATED ISSUE THE BATTERY LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY FLICKERS ON AND OFF EVEN WITH A BRAN...

Sep 15, 2009 Electrical System 64,000 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLIPS ON AND OFF AT RANDOM INTERVALS CAUSING THE CAR TO JUMP INTO "SAFE MODE". IF THIS OCCURS AT HIGH SPEED THE CAR BUCKS AND BECOMES UNCONTROLLABLE UNTIL IT SLOWS DOWN BELOW 40MPH. IN A POSSIBLE RELATED ISSUE THE BATTERY LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY FLICKERS ON AND OFF EVEN WITH A BRAN...

Sep 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 51,870 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. WHEN PROCEEDING FROM A COMPLETE STOP AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL THERE WAS A REDUCTION IN THE ENGINE POWER SIGNIFICANTLY. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH CAUTION. THERE WERE T...

Sep 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 51,870 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. WHEN PROCEEDING FROM A COMPLETE STOP AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL THERE WAS A REDUCTION IN THE ENGINE POWER SIGNIFICANTLY. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH CAUTION. THERE WERE T...

Sep 9, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 25,800 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SE: THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM LED TO INTERMITTENT SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER IN TRAFFIC, ENGINE SURGING AND CAR LURCHING AT IDLE. FREQUENCY OF INCIDENCE INCREASED DURING SNOWY WEATHER. TOOK MY LOCAL FORD DEALER NEARLY 8 MONTHS TO CORRECTLY DIAGNOSIS & REPAIR PROBLEM. (DATE LISTED IS FIRST ...

Sep 9, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OF THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSED UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION. UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION INCREASED THE RISK OF VEHICLE CRASH. AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICIAN ADVISED HER THAT SINCE THE PARTS WERE ON BACK ORDER UNTIL DECEMBE...

Sep 9, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 25,800 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE SE: THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM LED TO INTERMITTENT SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER IN TRAFFIC, ENGINE SURGING AND CAR LURCHING AT IDLE. FREQUENCY OF INCIDENCE INCREASED DURING SNOWY WEATHER. TOOK MY LOCAL FORD DEALER NEARLY 8 MONTHS TO CORRECTLY DIAGNOSIS & REPAIR PROBLEM. (DATE LISTED IS FIRST ...

Sep 9, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OF THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSED UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION. UNINTENDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION INCREASED THE RISK OF VEHICLE CRASH. AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICIAN ADVISED HER THAT SINCE THE PARTS WERE ON BACK ORDER UNTIL DECEMBE...

Sep 8, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HER VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, RESTARTED IT AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE COULD BE RELATED TO THE T...

Sep 8, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HER VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, RESTARTED IT AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE COULD BE RELATED TO THE T...

Sep 6, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

2006 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD BE DRIVING AND SUDDENLY THE CAR WOULD JUMP FORWARD AND THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON. THEN CAR WOULD ONLY DRIVE AT 20 MPH WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS ON THE FREEWAY. *TR

Sep 6, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

2006 FORD FREESTYLE WOULD BE DRIVING AND SUDDENLY THE CAR WOULD JUMP FORWARD AND THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON. THEN CAR WOULD ONLY DRIVE AT 20 MPH WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS ON THE FREEWAY. *TR

Sep 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. SEE THE OTHER 1000 COMPLAINS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. FORD IS AWARE THAT THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM. FORD REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING. THEY WANT ME TO PREPAID FOR A PART THAT IS NOT AVAILABLE. FORD HAS NO REPLACEMENT PARTS UNTIL SOMETIME IN DECEMBER. MY CAR I...

Sep 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A BAD THROTTLE BODY. SEE THE OTHER 1000 COMPLAINS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. FORD IS AWARE THAT THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM. FORD REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING. THEY WANT ME TO PREPAID FOR A PART THAT IS NOT AVAILABLE. FORD HAS NO REPLACEMENT PARTS UNTIL SOMETIME IN DECEMBER. MY CAR I...

Aug 31, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 39,000 mi

FREESTYLE LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IS DISPLAYED ON DASH, WILL NOT GO OVER 25 MPH. NEARLY TAKEN OUT BY A SEMI TRUCK WHEN TRY TO MAKE IT TO SHOULDER. SHUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED AND IT APPEARS TO WORK NORMALLY. TAKE IT TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSES A BAD THROTTLE POSITI...

Aug 31, 2009 Electrical System 41,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SHE STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER GAUGES FAILED INTERMITTENTLY AS WELL AS THE DASHBOARD, AIR CONDITIONER, TAIL LIGHTS AND RPM GAUGES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH SHE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN INTO A GARAGE AND THE TURN SIGNALS FAILED TO OPERATE. ...

Aug 31, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 39,000 mi

FREESTYLE LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE IS DISPLAYED ON DASH, WILL NOT GO OVER 25 MPH. NEARLY TAKEN OUT BY A SEMI TRUCK WHEN TRY TO MAKE IT TO SHOULDER. SHUT CAR OFF, RESTARTED AND IT APPEARS TO WORK NORMALLY. TAKE IT TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSES A BAD THROTTLE POSITI...

Aug 31, 2009 Electrical System 41,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SHE STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER GAUGES FAILED INTERMITTENTLY AS WELL AS THE DASHBOARD, AIR CONDITIONER, TAIL LIGHTS AND RPM GAUGES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH SHE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN INTO A GARAGE AND THE TURN SIGNALS FAILED TO OPERATE. ...

Aug 26, 2009 Electrical System 49,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE VEH NORMAL AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE RMP JUMPS REALLY HIGH FOLLOWING THIS MY VEH SHUTS DOWN, WRENCH LIGHT COMES, AND THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE DISPLAYS. ALSO, WHEN THE VEH IS PUT IN PARK AND SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON AGAIN THE LIGHT DISAPPEARS, AND EVERYTHING APPEARS NORMAL. TODAY WOUL...

Aug 26, 2009 Electrical System 49,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING THE VEH NORMAL AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE RMP JUMPS REALLY HIGH FOLLOWING THIS MY VEH SHUTS DOWN, WRENCH LIGHT COMES, AND THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE DISPLAYS. ALSO, WHEN THE VEH IS PUT IN PARK AND SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON AGAIN THE LIGHT DISAPPEARS, AND EVERYTHING APPEARS NORMAL. TODAY WOUL...

Aug 24, 2009 Fuel System, Other 40,065 mi

DURING ROUTINE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE'S WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER. THE RPM'S WOULD NOT GO ABOVE 2000 OR THE SPEED OF THE AUTOMOBILE ABOVE 30. RESTARTING THE ENGINE DOES ON OCCASION REMOVE THE WARNING LIGHTS COMPLETELY AND THE AUTOMOBILE HAS APPARENTLY NO ...

Aug 24, 2009 Fuel System, Other 40,065 mi

DURING ROUTINE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE'S WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER. THE RPM'S WOULD NOT GO ABOVE 2000 OR THE SPEED OF THE AUTOMOBILE ABOVE 30. RESTARTING THE ENGINE DOES ON OCCASION REMOVE THE WARNING LIGHTS COMPLETELY AND THE AUTOMOBILE HAS APPARENTLY NO ...

Aug 19, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SERIOUS SURGING PROBLEM SIMILAR TO OTHER 2005-2007 FORD FREESTYLES. WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, IT REVS EXTREMELY HIGH AND IT IS "EXTREMELY" DIFFICULT TO STOP. THEN WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE, IT DOES THE SAME THING GOING FORWARD. SOMETIMES IT SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY. FORD ...

Aug 19, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SERIOUS SURGING PROBLEM SIMILAR TO OTHER 2005-2007 FORD FREESTYLES. WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, IT REVS EXTREMELY HIGH AND IT IS "EXTREMELY" DIFFICULT TO STOP. THEN WHEN YOU PUT IT IN DRIVE, IT DOES THE SAME THING GOING FORWARD. SOMETIMES IT SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY. FORD ...

Aug 18, 2009 Power Train 101,337 mi

THERE WERE NO REAL EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE, IT JUST HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF THE BLUE. I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W/ MY 2 CHILDREN, AND 3 OTHER SMALL CHILDREN. I PULLED OUT AND WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS IT WENT AND THEN STARTED JUMPING AND STALLING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE...

Aug 18, 2009 Seat Belts 101,337 mi

THERE WERE NO REAL EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE, IT JUST HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF THE BLUE. I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W/ MY 2 CHILDREN, AND 3 OTHER SMALL CHILDREN. I PULLED OUT AND WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS IT WENT AND THEN STARTED JUMPING AND STALLING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE...

Aug 18, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 66,970 mi

WHEN MY WIFE STARTED OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TO LEAVE HER PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT, THE ENGINE SURGED IN "REVERSE" AND STALLED. SHE RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR SURGED FORWARD WHEN SHE SHIFTED INTO "DRIVE", THE "WRENCH LIGHT" CAME ON "INDICATING ENGINE OPERATING IN SAFE MODE". SHE NOTED A SIGNIFICANT...

Aug 18, 2009 Power Train 101,337 mi

THERE WERE NO REAL EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE, IT JUST HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF THE BLUE. I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W/ MY 2 CHILDREN, AND 3 OTHER SMALL CHILDREN. I PULLED OUT AND WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS IT WENT AND THEN STARTED JUMPING AND STALLING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE...

Aug 18, 2009 Seat Belts 101,337 mi

THERE WERE NO REAL EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE, IT JUST HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF THE BLUE. I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL W/ MY 2 CHILDREN, AND 3 OTHER SMALL CHILDREN. I PULLED OUT AND WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS IT WENT AND THEN STARTED JUMPING AND STALLING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE...

Aug 18, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 66,970 mi

WHEN MY WIFE STARTED OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TO LEAVE HER PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT, THE ENGINE SURGED IN "REVERSE" AND STALLED. SHE RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND THE CAR SURGED FORWARD WHEN SHE SHIFTED INTO "DRIVE", THE "WRENCH LIGHT" CAME ON "INDICATING ENGINE OPERATING IN SAFE MODE". SHE NOTED A SIGNIFICANT...

Aug 13, 2009 Power Train 59,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WHEN PUT I PUT IT IN DRIVE FROM PARK. IT WILL ALSO SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN REVERSE FROM THE PARK POSITION. SOMETIMES IT WILL EVEN SURGE FORWARD IN THE DRIVE POSITION IF I HAVE BEEN SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT IDLING FOR TOO LONG. ON OCCASION AFTER THIS OC...

Aug 13, 2009 Power Train 59,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTYLE SURGES FORWARD WHEN PUT I PUT IT IN DRIVE FROM PARK. IT WILL ALSO SURGE BACKWARDS WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN REVERSE FROM THE PARK POSITION. SOMETIMES IT WILL EVEN SURGE FORWARD IN THE DRIVE POSITION IF I HAVE BEEN SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT IDLING FOR TOO LONG. ON OCCASION AFTER THIS OC...

Aug 12, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A MESSAGE ILLUMINATING, STATING "CHECK TRANSMISSION". SHE PRESSED THE RESET BUTTON AND CONTINUED TO DRIVE. A FEW MINUTES LATER, THE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND HAD IT TOWED TO TH...

Aug 12, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A MESSAGE ILLUMINATING, STATING "CHECK TRANSMISSION". SHE PRESSED THE RESET BUTTON AND CONTINUED TO DRIVE. A FEW MINUTES LATER, THE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND HAD IT TOWED TO TH...

Aug 11, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED IN SAFE MODE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. THE FORD MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

Aug 11, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED IN SAFE MODE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. THE FORD MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

Aug 10, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. WHEN HE SHIFTS GEARS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY FAILED. THE ORIGINAL PART WILL...

Aug 10, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. WHEN HE SHIFTS GEARS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY FAILED. THE ORIGINAL PART WILL...

Aug 6, 2009 Fuel System, Other 41,000 mi

MY CAR LUNGES FOREWORD OR BACKWARD WHEN I AM IN A STOPPED POSITION THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIMES WHILE I'M ON THE FREEWAY. THE DEALERSHIP HAS HAD COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS BUT THE PART TO REPAIR IT IS ON A BACK ORDER SITUATION SINCE LAST YEAR. MY CAR IS IN THE SHOP NOW SO I CANNOT GET THE...

Aug 6, 2009 Fuel System, Other 41,000 mi

MY CAR LUNGES FOREWORD OR BACKWARD WHEN I AM IN A STOPPED POSITION THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIMES WHILE I'M ON THE FREEWAY. THE DEALERSHIP HAS HAD COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS BUT THE PART TO REPAIR IT IS ON A BACK ORDER SITUATION SINCE LAST YEAR. MY CAR IS IN THE SHOP NOW SO I CANNOT GET THE...

Aug 5, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,332 mi

I WAS IN A PARKING SPACE IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE CAR WENT BACK VERY FAST BEFORE STALLING OUT. THE DASH BOARD READ "FAIL SAFE MODE". I BROUGHT THE CAR TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY - A PART ON BACK ORDER U...

Aug 5, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,332 mi

I WAS IN A PARKING SPACE IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE CAR WENT BACK VERY FAST BEFORE STALLING OUT. THE DASH BOARD READ "FAIL SAFE MODE". I BROUGHT THE CAR TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY - A PART ON BACK ORDER U...

Aug 3, 2009 Power Train 38,890 mi

UNEXPECTED TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN BRISK TRAFFIC. NO WARNING LIGHTS ISSUED ON THE DASH UNTIL FAILURE, DEALER SAW NO CODES ON THE COMPUTER. *TR

Aug 3, 2009 Power Train 38,890 mi

UNEXPECTED TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN BRISK TRAFFIC. NO WARNING LIGHTS ISSUED ON THE DASH UNTIL FAILURE, DEALER SAW NO CODES ON THE COMPUTER. *TR

Jul 29, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

WAS MANEUVERING VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR SURGED FORWARD. WAS ABLE TO APPLY BRAKE BEFORE HITTING ANYTHING. CAR ENGINE ALSO STALLS AND UPON RESTART A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALE...

Jul 29, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

WAS MANEUVERING VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR SURGED FORWARD. WAS ABLE TO APPLY BRAKE BEFORE HITTING ANYTHING. CAR ENGINE ALSO STALLS AND UPON RESTART A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALE...

Jul 26, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 97,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ENGINE IDLES UP BY ITSELF. ALMOST RAN INTO SOMEONE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, IT ALSO DID IT TWICE IN WHICH I WAS TRAVELING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT IDLED DOWN TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP IN WHICH WE JUST ABOUT GOT RAN OVER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAD A MECHANIC TO PLUG IN...

Jul 26, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 97,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ENGINE IDLES UP BY ITSELF. ALMOST RAN INTO SOMEONE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, IT ALSO DID IT TWICE IN WHICH I WAS TRAVELING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT IDLED DOWN TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP IN WHICH WE JUST ABOUT GOT RAN OVER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAD A MECHANIC TO PLUG IN...

Jul 26, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 97,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ENGINE IDLES UP BY ITSELF. ALMOST RAN INTO SOMEONE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, IT ALSO DID IT TWICE IN WHICH I WAS TRAVELING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT IDLED DOWN TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP IN WHICH WE JUST ABOUT GOT RAN OVER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAD A MECHANIC TO PLUG IN...

Jul 26, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 97,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ENGINE IDLES UP BY ITSELF. ALMOST RAN INTO SOMEONE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, IT ALSO DID IT TWICE IN WHICH I WAS TRAVELING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT IDLED DOWN TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP IN WHICH WE JUST ABOUT GOT RAN OVER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAD A MECHANIC TO PLUG IN...

Jul 24, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,000 mi

APPROX. 4 WEEKS AGO MY VEHICLE BEGAN SURGE ON RPMS, ABOUT 3 TO 4000, WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. IT LUNGED BACKWARDS WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AND CAME APPROX. 5 FEET FROM A PEDESTRIAN. THEN THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. IT THEN HAD A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON THE DASH. WE TOOK...

Jul 24, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,000 mi

APPROX. 4 WEEKS AGO MY VEHICLE BEGAN SURGE ON RPMS, ABOUT 3 TO 4000, WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. IT LUNGED BACKWARDS WHILE IN A PARKING LOT AND CAME APPROX. 5 FEET FROM A PEDESTRIAN. THEN THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. IT THEN HAD A FAILSAFE ENGINE MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON THE DASH. WE TOOK...

Jul 23, 2009 Fuel System, Other 52,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY, THE CAR WILL SURGE RANDOMLY AT STOPLIGHTS OR BACKING UP WITH NO WARNING. VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. *TR

Jul 23, 2009 Fuel System, Other 52,000 mi

THROTTLE BODY, THE CAR WILL SURGE RANDOMLY AT STOPLIGHTS OR BACKING UP WITH NO WARNING. VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. *TR

Jul 22, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JUST BOUGHT IT LAST YEAR AND IT HAS BEEN AT BOB BELL FORD FOR OVER A WEEK. I WAS AT THE BEACH AND THE CAR STALLED TWICE AND WENT IN TO A FAIL SAFE MODE. I TOOK IT TO BOB BELL FORD AND THEY TOLD ME THAT IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY AND THAT IT WAS ON BACK ORDER UNTIL NOVEMBE...

Jul 22, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JUST BOUGHT IT LAST YEAR AND IT HAS BEEN AT BOB BELL FORD FOR OVER A WEEK. I WAS AT THE BEACH AND THE CAR STALLED TWICE AND WENT IN TO A FAIL SAFE MODE. I TOOK IT TO BOB BELL FORD AND THEY TOLD ME THAT IT WAS THE THROTTLE BODY AND THAT IT WAS ON BACK ORDER UNTIL NOVEMBE...

Jul 18, 2009 Electrical System 83,358 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DEAD. *TR

Jul 18, 2009 Electrical System 83,358 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DEAD. *TR

Jul 16, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TOL...

Jul 16, 2009 Equipment 60,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TOL...

Jul 16, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TOL...

Jul 16, 2009 Equipment 60,000 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TOL...

Jul 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 58,123 mi

MULTIPLE CASES OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION, CODES INDICATE FAILED THROTTLE BODY. CHECK ENGINE COMES ON AND FORCED LIMITED POWER KEEPS SPEED BELOW 25 MPH. *TR

Jul 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 58,123 mi

MULTIPLE CASES OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION, CODES INDICATE FAILED THROTTLE BODY. CHECK ENGINE COMES ON AND FORCED LIMITED POWER KEEPS SPEED BELOW 25 MPH. *TR

Jul 6, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,496 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TO...

Jul 6, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,496 mi

SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD WHEN FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. CAR THEN IMMEDIATELY WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 30 MPH. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND WAS DETERMINED THAT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO REPLACED. THEN WAS TO...

Jul 4, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 92,000 mi

CAR SURGES FORWARD IN REVERSE AND FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISSES IN PARKING LOTS AND AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS. YOU MUST BE READY TO APPLY BRAKES VERY QUICKLY AT ALL TIMES WHEN TRAVELING A LOW SPEEDS. TOOK TO FORD DEALER THEY HAVE DETERMINED IT IS A BAD THROTTLE BODY , THEY HAVE INFORME...

Jul 4, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 92,000 mi

CAR SURGES FORWARD IN REVERSE AND FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS. HAVE HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISSES IN PARKING LOTS AND AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS. YOU MUST BE READY TO APPLY BRAKES VERY QUICKLY AT ALL TIMES WHEN TRAVELING A LOW SPEEDS. TOOK TO FORD DEALER THEY HAVE DETERMINED IT IS A BAD THROTTLE BODY , THEY HAVE INFORME...

Jul 2, 2009 Electrical System 52,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILS REGULARLY AND ALL GAUGES (SPEED, GAS, TEMP, ETC.) FALL TO ZERO. THE DASHBOARD AND OTHER INTERIOR LIGHTS ALSO DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS HAPPENS. AT FIRST, IT HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AND WOULD WORK MOST OF THE TIME, BUT NOT ALL. NOW, IT HAPPENS REGULARLY AND I HAVE DRI...

Jul 2, 2009 Interior Lighting 52,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILS REGULARLY AND ALL GAUGES (SPEED, GAS, TEMP, ETC.) FALL TO ZERO. THE DASHBOARD AND OTHER INTERIOR LIGHTS ALSO DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS HAPPENS. AT FIRST, IT HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AND WOULD WORK MOST OF THE TIME, BUT NOT ALL. NOW, IT HAPPENS REGULARLY AND I HAVE DRI...

Jul 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 44,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, TWICE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS MERGING INTO TRAFFIC, WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, INDICATING IMMEDIATE NEED FOR DIAGNOSTICS-TAKEN TO DEALER-FAILURE OF ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY-NONE AVAILABLE UNTIL NOV. OF THIS YEAR, TOLD TO JUST TAKE VEHICLE HOME AND TRY TO DRIVE IT-EVEN THOU...

Jul 2, 2009 Electrical System 52,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILS REGULARLY AND ALL GAUGES (SPEED, GAS, TEMP, ETC.) FALL TO ZERO. THE DASHBOARD AND OTHER INTERIOR LIGHTS ALSO DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS HAPPENS. AT FIRST, IT HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AND WOULD WORK MOST OF THE TIME, BUT NOT ALL. NOW, IT HAPPENS REGULARLY AND I HAVE DRI...

Jul 2, 2009 Interior Lighting 52,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILS REGULARLY AND ALL GAUGES (SPEED, GAS, TEMP, ETC.) FALL TO ZERO. THE DASHBOARD AND OTHER INTERIOR LIGHTS ALSO DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS HAPPENS. AT FIRST, IT HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AND WOULD WORK MOST OF THE TIME, BUT NOT ALL. NOW, IT HAPPENS REGULARLY AND I HAVE DRI...

Jul 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 44,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, TWICE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS MERGING INTO TRAFFIC, WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, INDICATING IMMEDIATE NEED FOR DIAGNOSTICS-TAKEN TO DEALER-FAILURE OF ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY-NONE AVAILABLE UNTIL NOV. OF THIS YEAR, TOLD TO JUST TAKE VEHICLE HOME AND TRY TO DRIVE IT-EVEN THOU...

Jun 12, 2009 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DASHBOARD GAUGES WILL RANDOMLY ALL BOTTOM OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE NEARLY EVERYTIME WE DRIVE. OCCASIONALLY THE GAUGES WILL 'FREEZE' WHERE THEY ARE AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS (INCLUDING ODOMETER) WILL GO OU...

Jun 12, 2009 Unknown Or Other 40,000 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DASHBOARD GAUGES WILL RANDOMLY ALL BOTTOM OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE NEARLY EVERYTIME WE DRIVE. OCCASIONALLY THE GAUGES WILL 'FREEZE' WHERE THEY ARE AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS (INCLUDING ODOMETER) WILL GO OU...

Jun 12, 2009 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DASHBOARD GAUGES WILL RANDOMLY ALL BOTTOM OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE NEARLY EVERYTIME WE DRIVE. OCCASIONALLY THE GAUGES WILL 'FREEZE' WHERE THEY ARE AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS (INCLUDING ODOMETER) WILL GO OU...

Jun 12, 2009 Unknown Or Other 40,000 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DASHBOARD GAUGES WILL RANDOMLY ALL BOTTOM OUT FOR A FEW SECONDS, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE NEARLY EVERYTIME WE DRIVE. OCCASIONALLY THE GAUGES WILL 'FREEZE' WHERE THEY ARE AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS (INCLUDING ODOMETER) WILL GO OU...

Jun 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON THIRD REAR PASSENGER SIDE CALIPER AFTER ONLY 57,000 PREVIOUS CALIPERS FROZE NEEDING REPLACEMENT TO THE TUNE OF $350.00 PER OCCURRENCE. FORD AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL NOT DO ANYTHING AS NOT IN WARRANTY PERIOD. *TR

Jun 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON THIRD REAR PASSENGER SIDE CALIPER AFTER ONLY 57,000 PREVIOUS CALIPERS FROZE NEEDING REPLACEMENT TO THE TUNE OF $350.00 PER OCCURRENCE. FORD AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL NOT DO ANYTHING AS NOT IN WARRANTY PERIOD. *TR

May 25, 2009 Electrical System 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY GO ON AND OFF AND ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN. THIS OCCURS ON A REGULAR BASIS, MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE. THE PROBLEM IS A COLD SOLDER JOINT ON THE "CRYSTAL" LOCATED NEXT TO THE FOUR SIDED PROCESSOR CHIP ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD. FORD ...

May 25, 2009 Electrical System 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY GO ON AND OFF AND ENGINE WOULD SHUT DOWN. THIS OCCURS ON A REGULAR BASIS, MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE. THE PROBLEM IS A COLD SOLDER JOINT ON THE "CRYSTAL" LOCATED NEXT TO THE FOUR SIDED PROCESSOR CHIP ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD. FORD ...

May 15, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,548 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL JERK AND BUCK WHEN BACKING UP OR GOING FORWARD AND THEN GO INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND SHUT OFF. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS BUT YET THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. IT ALSO ACCELERATES BY ITSELF WHEN IN PARK FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME AND YOU CAN BARELY STOP IT. ALMOST HIT SOMEO...

May 15, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,548 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL JERK AND BUCK WHEN BACKING UP OR GOING FORWARD AND THEN GO INTO FAILSAFE MODE AND SHUT OFF. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS BUT YET THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. IT ALSO ACCELERATES BY ITSELF WHEN IN PARK FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME AND YOU CAN BARELY STOP IT. ALMOST HIT SOMEO...

May 14, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

CTV TRANSMISSION IN '05 FORD FREESTYLE MODELS HAVE BEEN TROUBLE SINCE THE DAY THEY WERE PUT ON THE MARKET. WHAT THE DEALERS DIDN'T DIVULGE IS THAT YOU ARE NOT LIKELY TO REPLACE PARTS OF THIS TYPE OF TRANSMISSION, RATHER YOU NEED TO REPLACE THE WHOLE THING. THE SITUATIONS THAT ARISE, OUTSIDE OF BEI...

May 14, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

CTV TRANSMISSION IN '05 FORD FREESTYLE MODELS HAVE BEEN TROUBLE SINCE THE DAY THEY WERE PUT ON THE MARKET. WHAT THE DEALERS DIDN'T DIVULGE IS THAT YOU ARE NOT LIKELY TO REPLACE PARTS OF THIS TYPE OF TRANSMISSION, RATHER YOU NEED TO REPLACE THE WHOLE THING. THE SITUATIONS THAT ARISE, OUTSIDE OF BEI...

May 11, 2009 Tires 59,834 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER PURCHASING A SET OF GOODYEAR INTEGRITY TIRES, SIZE 215/65R17, THE TIRES BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THE TIRES ONLY HAD 5,000 MILES. THE DEALER THAT SUPPLIED THE FAULTY TIRES WILL HONOR THE WARRANTY AND HAVE THEM REPLACED. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT...

May 11, 2009 Tires 59,834 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. AFTER PURCHASING A SET OF GOODYEAR INTEGRITY TIRES, SIZE 215/65R17, THE TIRES BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THE TIRES ONLY HAD 5,000 MILES. THE DEALER THAT SUPPLIED THE FAULTY TIRES WILL HONOR THE WARRANTY AND HAVE THEM REPLACED. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT...

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WHILE IDLING IN PARKING SPOT OR WHILE SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. SOMETIMES WHEN IT SURGES, THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". *TR

Apr 7, 2009 Power Train

THE FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WHILE IDLING IN PARKING SPOT OR WHILE SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. SOMETIMES WHEN IT SURGES, THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". *TR

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WHILE IDLING IN PARKING SPOT OR WHILE SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. SOMETIMES WHEN IT SURGES, THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". *TR

Apr 7, 2009 Power Train

THE FORD FREESTYLE SURGES AND ACCELERATES WHILE IDLING IN PARKING SPOT OR WHILE SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. SOMETIMES WHEN IT SURGES, THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO "ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". *TR

Apr 3, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 49,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD SPORADICALLY FAIL TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY BECAUSE TH...

Apr 3, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 49,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD SPORADICALLY FAIL TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY BECAUSE TH...

Mar 21, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 58,000 mi

FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT FAILS EVERY 2 FILL UPS. *TR

Mar 21, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 58,000 mi

FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT FAILS EVERY 2 FILL UPS. *TR

Mar 18, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

COMPONENT: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DETAILS: 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I HAVE HAD MY VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES FOR THIS ISSUE, WHEN MOVING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH COMES ON AND WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS, THE CAR DOES NOT MOVE. FINALLY, AFTER "FLOORING IT"...

Mar 18, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

COMPONENT: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DETAILS: 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I HAVE HAD MY VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES FOR THIS ISSUE, WHEN MOVING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH COMES ON AND WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS, THE CAR DOES NOT MOVE. FINALLY, AFTER "FLOORING IT"...

Feb 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH SNOW AND SLUSHY STREETS, THE TRAFFIC AHEAD OF ME STOPPED. I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ACTIVATED FOR ABOUT 1 SECOND AND THEN I HAD NO BRAKES AT ALL. NO MATTER HOW HARD I PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS NO ABS ACTIVITY AND NO BRAKES. FORTUNATELY I WAS ONLY GO...

Feb 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH SNOW AND SLUSHY STREETS, THE TRAFFIC AHEAD OF ME STOPPED. I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ACTIVATED FOR ABOUT 1 SECOND AND THEN I HAD NO BRAKES AT ALL. NO MATTER HOW HARD I PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS NO ABS ACTIVITY AND NO BRAKES. FORTUNATELY I WAS ONLY GO...

Jan 19, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 58,500 mi

WHEN THE WEATHER HERE DROPPED TO THE TEENS, THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH. YOU COULD OPEN IT, GET IN, THEN NOT BE ABLE TO CLOSE IT. *TR

Jan 19, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 58,500 mi

WHEN THE WEATHER HERE DROPPED TO THE TEENS, THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH. YOU COULD OPEN IT, GET IN, THEN NOT BE ABLE TO CLOSE IT. *TR

Jan 18, 2009 Power Train 69,500 mi

WE GET A "AWD MALFUNCTION" SHOWING UP ON THE DASH. THEY WANT OVER $5,000 FOR THE REPAIR. THE CAR IS ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND VALUE IS ONLY ABOUT $11,000. AS I READ ONLINE, THERE COULD BE MORE WRONG PAST THIS BECAUSE SOME HAVE THE SAME ISSUE AND NEXT THE TRANSMISSION HAS TO GET REPLACED ALSO. SO THE FIST...

Jan 18, 2009 Power Train 69,500 mi

WE GET A "AWD MALFUNCTION" SHOWING UP ON THE DASH. THEY WANT OVER $5,000 FOR THE REPAIR. THE CAR IS ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND VALUE IS ONLY ABOUT $11,000. AS I READ ONLINE, THERE COULD BE MORE WRONG PAST THIS BECAUSE SOME HAVE THE SAME ISSUE AND NEXT THE TRANSMISSION HAS TO GET REPLACED ALSO. SO THE FIST...

Jan 5, 2009 Fuel System, Other 52,075 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE_- BOUGHT IN 2007 HAS APPROX 19,000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY FOR UPTO 100,000- APPROXIMATELY JUNE 2008 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND INFORMATION CENTER SAID "HALF FUEL LIFE OP" TOOK TO DEALER THEY CHANGED OUT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON ABOUT 1 W...

Jan 5, 2009 Electrical System 52,075 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE_- BOUGHT IN 2007 HAS APPROX 19,000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY FOR UPTO 100,000- APPROXIMATELY JUNE 2008 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND INFORMATION CENTER SAID "HALF FUEL LIFE OP" TOOK TO DEALER THEY CHANGED OUT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON ABOUT 1 W...

Jan 5, 2009 Fuel System, Other 52,075 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE_- BOUGHT IN 2007 HAS APPROX 19,000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY FOR UPTO 100,000- APPROXIMATELY JUNE 2008 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND INFORMATION CENTER SAID "HALF FUEL LIFE OP" TOOK TO DEALER THEY CHANGED OUT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON ABOUT 1 W...

Jan 5, 2009 Electrical System 52,075 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE_- BOUGHT IN 2007 HAS APPROX 19,000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY FOR UPTO 100,000- APPROXIMATELY JUNE 2008 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND INFORMATION CENTER SAID "HALF FUEL LIFE OP" TOOK TO DEALER THEY CHANGED OUT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON ABOUT 1 W...

Dec 23, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 70,265 mi

IN COLD WEATHER FRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH . NOT ABLE TO CLOSE AND DOORS OPEN WHILE DRIVING. THIS ITEM WAS A FORD RECALL WORKED FOR ONE SEASON . FORD CLAIMS ITEM THE LATCH WERE REPAIRED AND RECALL WAS HONORED. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. PLEASE HELP! *TR

Dec 23, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 70,265 mi

IN COLD WEATHER FRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH . NOT ABLE TO CLOSE AND DOORS OPEN WHILE DRIVING. THIS ITEM WAS A FORD RECALL WORKED FOR ONE SEASON . FORD CLAIMS ITEM THE LATCH WERE REPAIRED AND RECALL WAS HONORED. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. PLEASE HELP! *TR

Dec 22, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,900 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH HAVE REAR BRAKE ISSUES, I RECEIVED A LETTER IN JULY 07 TELLING ME OF A POSSIBLE PROBLEM WITH MY REAR BRAKE PADS THAT THEY MAY HAVE GOTTEN WET AND EXPANDED WHICH WOULD CAUSE THE PADS TO DRAG ON ROTORS AND WEAR OUT SOONER. SO I TOOK INTO A FORD DEALER THEY REPLACED M...

Dec 22, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,900 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH HAVE REAR BRAKE ISSUES, I RECEIVED A LETTER IN JULY 07 TELLING ME OF A POSSIBLE PROBLEM WITH MY REAR BRAKE PADS THAT THEY MAY HAVE GOTTEN WET AND EXPANDED WHICH WOULD CAUSE THE PADS TO DRAG ON ROTORS AND WEAR OUT SOONER. SO I TOOK INTO A FORD DEALER THEY REPLACED M...

Dec 17, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE WEATHER IS VERY COLD, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH WOULD STICK AND NOT REMAIN SHUT. IT TOOK THE CONTACT 45 MINUTES OF PLAYING WITH THE DOOR TO GET IT TO REMAIN CLOSED. THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE LATCH LINKAGE SYSTEM. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MIL...

Dec 17, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN THE WEATHER IS VERY COLD, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH WOULD STICK AND NOT REMAIN SHUT. IT TOOK THE CONTACT 45 MINUTES OF PLAYING WITH THE DOOR TO GET IT TO REMAIN CLOSED. THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE LATCH LINKAGE SYSTEM. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MIL...

Dec 13, 2008 Power Train 27,839 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 27K MILES. I WAS DRIVING AT 40 MPH. I ACCELERATED SLIGHTLY TO MAINTAIN MY SPEED UP A SLIGHT GRADE. I HEARD A CLUNK FROM THE TRANSMISSION AREA UNDER THE DASH AND THEN THE CAR LOST ALL ACCELERATION. I HAD ENOUGH SPEED TO COAST TO A CHURCH PARKING LOT WHERE I PARKED. THE ENGINE ...

Dec 13, 2008 Power Train 27,839 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 27K MILES. I WAS DRIVING AT 40 MPH. I ACCELERATED SLIGHTLY TO MAINTAIN MY SPEED UP A SLIGHT GRADE. I HEARD A CLUNK FROM THE TRANSMISSION AREA UNDER THE DASH AND THEN THE CAR LOST ALL ACCELERATION. I HAD ENOUGH SPEED TO COAST TO A CHURCH PARKING LOT WHERE I PARKED. THE ENGINE ...

Dec 5, 2008 Seat Belts 9,450 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WOULD NOT RELEASE THE LOCK. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER BECAME STUCK IN THE SEAT AND WAS UNABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A SAFETY HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED T...

Dec 5, 2008 Seat Belts 9,450 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WOULD NOT RELEASE THE LOCK. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER BECAME STUCK IN THE SEAT AND WAS UNABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A SAFETY HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED T...

Nov 11, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 28,405 mi

I FILLED UP MY GAS TANK ON NOVEMBER 6, 2008. THIRTY MINUTES LATER, WHILE DRIVING, MY GAS GAUGE DROPPED TO EMPTY AND THE FUEL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I WAS SO FRIGHTENED BY THIS, SO I DO NOT KNOW IF ANYTHING ELSE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS AFFECTED. MY SON WAS SCREAMING AT ME TO PULL OVER AND STOP, B...

Nov 11, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 28,405 mi

I FILLED UP MY GAS TANK ON NOVEMBER 6, 2008. THIRTY MINUTES LATER, WHILE DRIVING, MY GAS GAUGE DROPPED TO EMPTY AND THE FUEL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I WAS SO FRIGHTENED BY THIS, SO I DO NOT KNOW IF ANYTHING ELSE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS AFFECTED. MY SON WAS SCREAMING AT ME TO PULL OVER AND STOP, B...

Oct 24, 2008 Power Train 62,411 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE ROAD AT APPROX. 40MPH WITH MY 7YR OLD DAUGHTER. THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT INTO NEUTRAL, THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS, NOISES ETC. I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO PARKING LOT, THE VAN WAS RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. WAS TOWED TO MY HOME AND CALLED FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS ...

Oct 24, 2008 Power Train 62,411 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE ROAD AT APPROX. 40MPH WITH MY 7YR OLD DAUGHTER. THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT INTO NEUTRAL, THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS, NOISES ETC. I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO PARKING LOT, THE VAN WAS RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. WAS TOWED TO MY HOME AND CALLED FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS ...

Oct 15, 2008 Suspension 60,000 mi

HEARD THUMPING IT WAS THE REAR U-JOINTS IN AN ALL WHEEL DRIVE BOTH U-JOINTS WERE SHOT> NOW THE FRONT U-JOINTS ARE BAD AND MAKE THE DRIFT DANGEROUSLY, BOTH NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE REAR ONES WERE DONE LAST YEAR 12/10/2007. THE FRONT ONES WILL BE DONE 10/18/2008. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING TO A 20...

Oct 15, 2008 Suspension 60,000 mi

HEARD THUMPING IT WAS THE REAR U-JOINTS IN AN ALL WHEEL DRIVE BOTH U-JOINTS WERE SHOT> NOW THE FRONT U-JOINTS ARE BAD AND MAKE THE DRIFT DANGEROUSLY, BOTH NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE REAR ONES WERE DONE LAST YEAR 12/10/2007. THE FRONT ONES WILL BE DONE 10/18/2008. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING TO A 20...

Oct 2, 2008 Power Train 30,000 mi

ON THE FORD FREESTYLE THERE IS AN INHERENT PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION. WHEN TRYING TO PASS,GO UP HILL, OR JUST AS TEMPERATURE RISES IN TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO INTO TRACTION CONTROL SETTING. YOU WILL LOOSE SPEED POWER AND RPM WILL GO UP AND RED LINE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU A...

Oct 2, 2008 Power Train 30,000 mi

ON THE FORD FREESTYLE THERE IS AN INHERENT PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION. WHEN TRYING TO PASS,GO UP HILL, OR JUST AS TEMPERATURE RISES IN TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION WILL GO INTO TRACTION CONTROL SETTING. YOU WILL LOOSE SPEED POWER AND RPM WILL GO UP AND RED LINE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU A...

Sep 27, 2008 Power Train 47,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FREESTYLE I LOST ALL POWER WHILE GOING 70MPH AND WAS ABLE TO PULL IT OFF THE ROAD AFTER ALMOST BEING HIT FROM BEHIND BY A SEMI TRUCK. TURNED KEY TO OFF POSITION AND RESTARTED AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. DID THE SAME THING A WEEK LATER. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYT...

Sep 27, 2008 Power Train 47,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING MY 2005 FREESTYLE I LOST ALL POWER WHILE GOING 70MPH AND WAS ABLE TO PULL IT OFF THE ROAD AFTER ALMOST BEING HIT FROM BEHIND BY A SEMI TRUCK. TURNED KEY TO OFF POSITION AND RESTARTED AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. DID THE SAME THING A WEEK LATER. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYT...

Sep 26, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE YEAR 2005. IT HAS A THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM. CAR HAS HAD A PROBLEM ON AND OFF FOR A YEAR WITH IT ACCELERATING, JUMPING FORWARD WHEN I PLACE INTO DRIVE AND SOMETIMES INTO REVERSE. I FINALLY HAD A COMPLETE LOCK OUT OF SHIFTING AND CAR WENT INTO SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH SYMBOL ON D...

Sep 26, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD FREESTYLE YEAR 2005. IT HAS A THROTTLE BODY PROBLEM. CAR HAS HAD A PROBLEM ON AND OFF FOR A YEAR WITH IT ACCELERATING, JUMPING FORWARD WHEN I PLACE INTO DRIVE AND SOMETIMES INTO REVERSE. I FINALLY HAD A COMPLETE LOCK OUT OF SHIFTING AND CAR WENT INTO SAFE MODE WITH A WRENCH SYMBOL ON D...

Sep 19, 2008 Power Train 57,500 mi

THE CAR WAS PUT INTO REVERSE, THEN IT WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE, IT ATTEMPTED TO THROTTLE BACKWARDS. I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE AND THEN THE CAR STALLED. I THOUGHT THIS WAS A FLUKE BUT THIS SAME THING HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE NOW. THIS ISSUE HAS HAPPENED NOW AT LEAST 4 TIMES. ...

Sep 19, 2008 Power Train 57,500 mi

THE CAR WAS PUT INTO REVERSE, THEN IT WITH MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE, IT ATTEMPTED TO THROTTLE BACKWARDS. I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE AND THEN THE CAR STALLED. I THOUGHT THIS WAS A FLUKE BUT THIS SAME THING HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE NOW. THIS ISSUE HAS HAPPENED NOW AT LEAST 4 TIMES. ...

Sep 8, 2008 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR GIVES A SERIES OF KICKS, LOSS OF POWER AND CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE, MESSAGE STATES FAILSAFE MODE. ONCE YOU ARE ABLE TO GET OFF THE ROAD AND SAFELY PULL OVER NORMAL RESET BY TURNING CAR OFF AND TURNING BACK ON AND CAR IS ONCE AGAIN MOBILE UNDER NORMAL DRIVE MODE. *TR

Sep 8, 2008 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CAR GIVES A SERIES OF KICKS, LOSS OF POWER AND CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE, MESSAGE STATES FAILSAFE MODE. ONCE YOU ARE ABLE TO GET OFF THE ROAD AND SAFELY PULL OVER NORMAL RESET BY TURNING CAR OFF AND TURNING BACK ON AND CAR IS ONCE AGAIN MOBILE UNDER NORMAL DRIVE MODE. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Electrical System 71,300 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND PCM FAILURE WITH 2005 FORD FREESTYLE (TSB06-17-9). BOTH ITEMS NEED TO BE REPLACED. MANUFACTURER, FORD MOTOR COMPANY, WILL NOT ASSUME OR ACKNOWLEDGE RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Electrical System 71,300 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND PCM FAILURE WITH 2005 FORD FREESTYLE (TSB06-17-9). BOTH ITEMS NEED TO BE REPLACED. MANUFACTURER, FORD MOTOR COMPANY, WILL NOT ASSUME OR ACKNOWLEDGE RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS. *TR

Sep 4, 2008 Power Train 59,990 mi

TL- THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON THE GEAR, THE RPNS WOULD GO UP. ON ONE OCCASION THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO STATED ...

Sep 4, 2008 Power Train 59,990 mi

TL- THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD OR REVERSE DEPENDING ON THE GEAR, THE RPNS WOULD GO UP. ON ONE OCCASION THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO STATED ...

Aug 24, 2008 Power Train 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THEN PUT IT INTO DRIVE. THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH CAME ON AND WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS, THE CAR DID NOT MOVE. FINALLY, AFTER "FLOORING IT", THE CAR MOVED SLOWLY. I DROVE HOME. WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR AND RESTARTED, THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. ...

Aug 24, 2008 Power Train 46,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THEN PUT IT INTO DRIVE. THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH CAME ON AND WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS, THE CAR DID NOT MOVE. FINALLY, AFTER "FLOORING IT", THE CAR MOVED SLOWLY. I DROVE HOME. WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR AND RESTARTED, THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. ...

Aug 22, 2008 Power Train 43,158 mi

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 2 CHILDREN IN THE CAR, THE "THROTTLE BODY" WENT, LEAVING ME WITH NO POWER TO MY VEHICLE. WE WERE VERY LUCKY TO NOT HAVE BEEN INJURED OR INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN THE NEXT DAY TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND WAS FIXED IN 2 DAYS, WITH A NEW "ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY"...

Aug 22, 2008 Power Train 43,158 mi

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 2 CHILDREN IN THE CAR, THE "THROTTLE BODY" WENT, LEAVING ME WITH NO POWER TO MY VEHICLE. WE WERE VERY LUCKY TO NOT HAVE BEEN INJURED OR INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN THE NEXT DAY TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND WAS FIXED IN 2 DAYS, WITH A NEW "ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY"...

Aug 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 83,000 mi

IN JULY OF 2005 I PURCHASED A NEW FORD FREESTYLE. SINCE THEN, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED EVERY 6 MONTHS, OR APPROXIMATELY EVERY 20,000 MILES (IT'S BEEN TO THE DEALER 6 TIMES FOR THIS VERY ISSUE). FORD HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THERE IS AN ENGINEERING ISSUE WHERE THE REAR CALIPERS ARE N...

Aug 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 83,000 mi

IN JULY OF 2005 I PURCHASED A NEW FORD FREESTYLE. SINCE THEN, I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED EVERY 6 MONTHS, OR APPROXIMATELY EVERY 20,000 MILES (IT'S BEEN TO THE DEALER 6 TIMES FOR THIS VERY ISSUE). FORD HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THERE IS AN ENGINEERING ISSUE WHERE THE REAR CALIPERS ARE N...

Aug 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

06/05/08 DURING IDLE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD, MUST EXERT EXTREME PRESSURE ON BRAKE TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. WRENCH LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WILL BE DISPLAYED. VEHICLE WILL THEN FAIL TO ACCELERATE WHEN THROTTLE APPLIED BUT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AGAIN WHEN THR...

Aug 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 57,000 mi

06/05/08 DURING IDLE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD, MUST EXERT EXTREME PRESSURE ON BRAKE TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. WRENCH LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE WILL BE DISPLAYED. VEHICLE WILL THEN FAIL TO ACCELERATE WHEN THROTTLE APPLIED BUT THEN LUNGES FORWARD AGAIN WHEN THR...

Jul 29, 2008 Power Train 26,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SURGES FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASE DRAMATICALLY. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHILE ALLOWING VEHICLE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN 10 TIMES. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 3 OCCASIONS AND EVERYTIME WE WERE TOLD THAT THEY...

Jul 29, 2008 Power Train 26,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SURGES FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASE DRAMATICALLY. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHILE ALLOWING VEHICLE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN 10 TIMES. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 3 OCCASIONS AND EVERYTIME WE WERE TOLD THAT THEY...

Jul 29, 2008 Power Train 26,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SURGES FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASE DRAMATICALLY. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHILE ALLOWING VEHICLE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN 10 TIMES. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 3 OCCASIONS AND EVERYTIME WE WERE TOLD THAT THEY...

Jul 29, 2008 Power Train 26,000 mi

WHILE STOPPED WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SURGES FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASE DRAMATICALLY. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHILE ALLOWING VEHICLE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPOT. THIS HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN 10 TIMES. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 3 OCCASIONS AND EVERYTIME WE WERE TOLD THAT THEY...

Jul 22, 2008 Power Train 28,000 mi

WHILE STARTING UP AND PULLING AWAY FROM A PARKED POSITION MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JERKED AND STALLED. WHEN I RESTARTED THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH LIT UP AND THE ERROR MESSAGE "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" APPEARED. I WAS ABLE TO LIMP HOME ABOUT 4 TO 5 MILES, BUT HAD LITTLE POWER GOING UP HILLS. THE CA...

Jul 22, 2008 Unknown Or Other 71,000 mi

NO ONE WAS INJURED, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAD TO HAVE A BATTERY REPLACED AND UPON REPLACEMENT THE CAR STARTED BUT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NO LONGER FUNCTIONS,. THE DEALERSHIP (B.J. FORD, LIBERTY, TEXAS) SAID THE CLUSTER WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $440.00. I HAVE RESEARCHED SEVERAL WEBSI...

Jul 22, 2008 Tires

I BOUGHT A 2005 FREESTYLE AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRES AT 19000 MILES TRIED TO FIND SNOW TIRES AND HAD BEEN TOLD THAT THERE'S NO SUCH THING MADE FOR THIS VEHICLE. JUST STREET TREAD WHAT ABOUT THAT , AND I HAD TO GIVE A ARM AND LEG TO BUY A SET OF NEW TIRES FOR THIS THING. *TR

Jul 22, 2008 Power Train 28,000 mi

WHILE STARTING UP AND PULLING AWAY FROM A PARKED POSITION MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE JERKED AND STALLED. WHEN I RESTARTED THE WRENCH LIGHT ON THE DASH LIT UP AND THE ERROR MESSAGE "FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE" APPEARED. I WAS ABLE TO LIMP HOME ABOUT 4 TO 5 MILES, BUT HAD LITTLE POWER GOING UP HILLS. THE CA...

Jul 22, 2008 Unknown Or Other 71,000 mi

NO ONE WAS INJURED, THE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAD TO HAVE A BATTERY REPLACED AND UPON REPLACEMENT THE CAR STARTED BUT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NO LONGER FUNCTIONS,. THE DEALERSHIP (B.J. FORD, LIBERTY, TEXAS) SAID THE CLUSTER WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $440.00. I HAVE RESEARCHED SEVERAL WEBSI...

Jul 22, 2008 Tires

I BOUGHT A 2005 FREESTYLE AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRES AT 19000 MILES TRIED TO FIND SNOW TIRES AND HAD BEEN TOLD THAT THERE'S NO SUCH THING MADE FOR THIS VEHICLE. JUST STREET TREAD WHAT ABOUT THAT , AND I HAD TO GIVE A ARM AND LEG TO BUY A SET OF NEW TIRES FOR THIS THING. *TR

Jun 30, 2008 Structure 25,000 mi

ONE OF THE TWO GAS CHARGED LIFT GATE SUPPORTS THAT HOLD THE BACK HATCH FAILED. THE LIFT GATE WILL NO LONGER STAY UP. LUCKILY THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE LIFT GATE WAS ALREADY CLOSED AND NOT WHEN IT WAS OPEN IN THE RAISED POSITION BECAUSE THE LIFT GATE IS QUITE HEAVY AND COULD SERIOUSLY INJURE SOME...

Jun 30, 2008 Structure 25,000 mi

ONE OF THE TWO GAS CHARGED LIFT GATE SUPPORTS THAT HOLD THE BACK HATCH FAILED. THE LIFT GATE WILL NO LONGER STAY UP. LUCKILY THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE LIFT GATE WAS ALREADY CLOSED AND NOT WHEN IT WAS OPEN IN THE RAISED POSITION BECAUSE THE LIFT GATE IS QUITE HEAVY AND COULD SERIOUSLY INJURE SOME...

Jun 9, 2008 Suspension 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OR APPROACHING A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY VIBRATES. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND THE STABILIZER WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY FUR...

Jun 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OR APPROACHING A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY VIBRATES. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND THE STABILIZER WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY FUR...

Jun 9, 2008 Suspension 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OR APPROACHING A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY VIBRATES. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND THE STABILIZER WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY FUR...

Jun 9, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OR APPROACHING A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY VIBRATES. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND THE STABILIZER WERE DEFECTIVE. THEY FUR...

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 42,000 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAD SEVERAL POWER INTERRUPTIONS - ALL GAUGES MOMENTARILY WENT TO ZERO SEVERAL TIMES AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE WOULD SURGE UNTIL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POWER RETURNED TO NORMAL. DEALERSHIP REPLACED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - NOT UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY. *TR

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 56,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES WILL LOOSE POWER AND ALL READ ZERO FOR APPROX 10 SECONDS. THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL ALSO COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED APPROX 20 TIMES IN THE LAST 4 WEEKS. THE CAR AS A RESULT OF THIS HAS STALLED 2 TIMES. *TR

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 42,000 mi

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAD SEVERAL POWER INTERRUPTIONS - ALL GAUGES MOMENTARILY WENT TO ZERO SEVERAL TIMES AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE WOULD SURGE UNTIL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POWER RETURNED TO NORMAL. DEALERSHIP REPLACED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - NOT UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY. *TR

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 56,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES WILL LOOSE POWER AND ALL READ ZERO FOR APPROX 10 SECONDS. THE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL ALSO COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED APPROX 20 TIMES IN THE LAST 4 WEEKS. THE CAR AS A RESULT OF THIS HAS STALLED 2 TIMES. *TR

May 24, 2008 Power Train 37,411 mi

ON SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2008, AT APPROXIMATELY 11:15 AM, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MY TWO (2) CHILDREN TO THE MALL WHICH IS LOCATED APPROXIMATELY SIX (6) MILES FROM MY RESIDENCE. MY WIFE RELATED APPROXIMATELY ONE AND A HALF MILES FROM THE MALL SHE FELT A PULL IN THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THEN HEARD A LOUD ...

May 24, 2008 Power Train 37,411 mi

ON SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2008, AT APPROXIMATELY 11:15 AM, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MY TWO (2) CHILDREN TO THE MALL WHICH IS LOCATED APPROXIMATELY SIX (6) MILES FROM MY RESIDENCE. MY WIFE RELATED APPROXIMATELY ONE AND A HALF MILES FROM THE MALL SHE FELT A PULL IN THE FRONT END OF THE CAR AND THEN HEARD A LOUD ...

May 23, 2008 Seats 53,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 2ND ROW SEAT PIVOT HINGE FAILURE TO ALLOW SEAT TO FOLD FORWARD. CONSTITUTES COMPROMISED SAFETY OF THIRD ROW PASSENGERS TO EXIT SAFELY, QUICKLY OR AT ALL. THERE IS NO WAY TO OPEN TAILGATE FROM INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. FORD CONTENDS THAT THE PIVOT HINGE IS A "WEAR OUT ITEM". ITEM SH...

May 23, 2008 Seats 53,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 2ND ROW SEAT PIVOT HINGE FAILURE TO ALLOW SEAT TO FOLD FORWARD. CONSTITUTES COMPROMISED SAFETY OF THIRD ROW PASSENGERS TO EXIT SAFELY, QUICKLY OR AT ALL. THERE IS NO WAY TO OPEN TAILGATE FROM INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. FORD CONTENDS THAT THE PIVOT HINGE IS A "WEAR OUT ITEM". ITEM SH...

May 22, 2008 Power Train 59,100 mi

EXPERIENCED A LOUD SQUEAL FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN VEHICLE DRIVEN AT 40 MPH OR LESS. FOUND FLUID LEAK ON TRANSMISSION CASE. BROUGHT VEHICLE TO DEALER. WAS TOLD BY SERVICE REP THAT TRANSMISSION NEEDED UPGRADE TO NEW TRANSMISSION CASE BOLTS TO ADDRESS LEAKING PROBLEM AND UPGRADED GEARING TO ADDRESS SQUE...

May 22, 2008 Power Train 59,100 mi

EXPERIENCED A LOUD SQUEAL FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN VEHICLE DRIVEN AT 40 MPH OR LESS. FOUND FLUID LEAK ON TRANSMISSION CASE. BROUGHT VEHICLE TO DEALER. WAS TOLD BY SERVICE REP THAT TRANSMISSION NEEDED UPGRADE TO NEW TRANSMISSION CASE BOLTS TO ADDRESS LEAKING PROBLEM AND UPGRADED GEARING TO ADDRESS SQUE...

May 12, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 54K MILES, WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE OR HESITATE WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS WEEKEND THE CAR WOULD GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND SHUT DOWN, WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP OR SLOWING TO A STOP. THE DEALER HAS REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY TODAY AND I POSTED A NOTE ON THE FREESTYL...

May 12, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE, 54K MILES, WOULD INTERMITTENTLY SURGE OR HESITATE WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. THIS WEEKEND THE CAR WOULD GO INTO FAIL SAFE MODE AND SHUT DOWN, WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP OR SLOWING TO A STOP. THE DEALER HAS REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY TODAY AND I POSTED A NOTE ON THE FREESTYL...

May 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 12,521 mi

BRAKES WERE GOING OUT, CAR WOBBLING BACK AND FORTH, GRINDING SOUNDS. THIS IS THE 4TH TIME THAT THIS HAS OCCURRED OVER THE LAST 15 MONTHS. WE HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKES ON THE BACK TWICE NOW AND THE FRONT TWICE, THE ROTORS TWICE ALSO. *TR

May 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 12,521 mi

BRAKES WERE GOING OUT, CAR WOBBLING BACK AND FORTH, GRINDING SOUNDS. THIS IS THE 4TH TIME THAT THIS HAS OCCURRED OVER THE LAST 15 MONTHS. WE HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKES ON THE BACK TWICE NOW AND THE FRONT TWICE, THE ROTORS TWICE ALSO. *TR

May 2, 2008 Seats 50,000 mi

MIDDLE SEATS IN FORD 2005 FREESTYLE. THE LATCHES BROKE IN BOTH SEATS. WHILE FOLDING THE SMALL MIDDLE SEAT TO REACH THE BACK SEAT AREA, IT WOULD NOT RELEASE AND OPEN UP FOR USE. THE CABLES AND BARS (S) BENT. THE SEATS HAVE ALWAYS OPENED HARD, AND WE HAD TO FIDDLE WITH THEM SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR, ...

May 2, 2008 Seats 50,000 mi

MIDDLE SEATS IN FORD 2005 FREESTYLE. THE LATCHES BROKE IN BOTH SEATS. WHILE FOLDING THE SMALL MIDDLE SEAT TO REACH THE BACK SEAT AREA, IT WOULD NOT RELEASE AND OPEN UP FOR USE. THE CABLES AND BARS (S) BENT. THE SEATS HAVE ALWAYS OPENED HARD, AND WE HAD TO FIDDLE WITH THEM SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR, ...

Apr 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 51,000 mi

MY REAR BRAKE SYSTEM ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS GONE OUT 2 TIMES WITHIN 51,000 MILES AND THE STRUTS HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED 3 TIMES. THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON. THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS COVERED AND REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. *TR

Apr 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 51,000 mi

MY REAR BRAKE SYSTEM ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS GONE OUT 2 TIMES WITHIN 51,000 MILES AND THE STRUTS HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED 3 TIMES. THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON. THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS COVERED AND REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. *TR

Apr 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

HAD FRONT AND REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES NOW 14,000 MILES LATER REAR PADS AND ROTOR WORE OUT. FIRST TIME THEY SAID PAD GOT WET IN A WAREHOUSE. NOW THEY SAID IT IS MY PROBLEM BECAUSE WARRANTY IS UP, I SAY THEY DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM THEY JUST TRIED TO COVER IT UP. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE SAY...

Apr 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

HAD FRONT AND REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES NOW 14,000 MILES LATER REAR PADS AND ROTOR WORE OUT. FIRST TIME THEY SAID PAD GOT WET IN A WAREHOUSE. NOW THEY SAID IT IS MY PROBLEM BECAUSE WARRANTY IS UP, I SAY THEY DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM THEY JUST TRIED TO COVER IT UP. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE SAY...

Apr 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

HAD FRONT AND REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES NOW 14,000 MILES LATER REAR PADS AND ROTOR WORE OUT. FIRST TIME THEY SAID PAD GOT WET IN A WAREHOUSE. NOW THEY SAID IT IS MY PROBLEM BECAUSE WARRANTY IS UP, I SAY THEY DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM THEY JUST TRIED TO COVER IT UP. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE SAY...

Apr 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

HAD FRONT AND REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 35,000 MILES NOW 14,000 MILES LATER REAR PADS AND ROTOR WORE OUT. FIRST TIME THEY SAID PAD GOT WET IN A WAREHOUSE. NOW THEY SAID IT IS MY PROBLEM BECAUSE WARRANTY IS UP, I SAY THEY DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM THEY JUST TRIED TO COVER IT UP. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE SAY...

Apr 16, 2008 Power Train 1,200 mi

CAR STOPS ON ITS OWN. SHUTS OFF. BUCKS AND JERKS AND IS GOING TO KILL ME AND MY KIDS AND FORD WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I CAN'T EVEN GET A FORD DEALERSHIP TO WORK ON MY VEHICLE THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T WANT THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE TO MANY REPAIRS ON THIS VEHICLE AND NOW THEY ARE TELLING WELL YOU...

Apr 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,200 mi

CAR STOPS ON ITS OWN. SHUTS OFF. BUCKS AND JERKS AND IS GOING TO KILL ME AND MY KIDS AND FORD WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I CAN'T EVEN GET A FORD DEALERSHIP TO WORK ON MY VEHICLE THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T WANT THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE TO MANY REPAIRS ON THIS VEHICLE AND NOW THEY ARE TELLING WELL YOU...

Apr 16, 2008 Power Train 1,200 mi

CAR STOPS ON ITS OWN. SHUTS OFF. BUCKS AND JERKS AND IS GOING TO KILL ME AND MY KIDS AND FORD WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I CAN'T EVEN GET A FORD DEALERSHIP TO WORK ON MY VEHICLE THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T WANT THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE TO MANY REPAIRS ON THIS VEHICLE AND NOW THEY ARE TELLING WELL YOU...

Apr 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,200 mi

CAR STOPS ON ITS OWN. SHUTS OFF. BUCKS AND JERKS AND IS GOING TO KILL ME AND MY KIDS AND FORD WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I CAN'T EVEN GET A FORD DEALERSHIP TO WORK ON MY VEHICLE THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T WANT THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE TO MANY REPAIRS ON THIS VEHICLE AND NOW THEY ARE TELLING WELL YOU...

Apr 10, 2008 Electrical System 66,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ON MARCH 30, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES DROPPED TO ZERO. APPROXIMATELY 1/3 OF A MILE LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED, BUT THE GAUGES RETURNED BACK TO NORMAL. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOR THE THIRD TIME A SHORT WHILE LATER AND THE...

Apr 10, 2008 Electrical System 66,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. ON MARCH 30, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES DROPPED TO ZERO. APPROXIMATELY 1/3 OF A MILE LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED, BUT THE GAUGES RETURNED BACK TO NORMAL. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOR THE THIRD TIME A SHORT WHILE LATER AND THE...

Apr 8, 2008 Structure 15,195 mi

THE REAR CARGO AREA ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN TO LEAK SHORTLY AFTER THE PURCHASE FROM BOB BELL FORD. IT HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE DEALER 4 OR 5 TIMES. THEY KEEP IT FOR A WEEK OR MORE. REPLACE THE CARPET. REMOVE THE MOLD THAT HAS BEGUN TO GROW IN THE REAR CARGO AREA. REPLACED THE CARPETS A...

Apr 8, 2008 Structure 15,195 mi

THE REAR CARGO AREA ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE BEGAN TO LEAK SHORTLY AFTER THE PURCHASE FROM BOB BELL FORD. IT HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE DEALER 4 OR 5 TIMES. THEY KEEP IT FOR A WEEK OR MORE. REPLACE THE CARPET. REMOVE THE MOLD THAT HAS BEGUN TO GROW IN THE REAR CARGO AREA. REPLACED THE CARPETS A...

Apr 4, 2008 Electrical System 92,001 mi

LOST OPERATION OF INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND WHEN THIS OCCURS THE BACK-UP LIGHTS OPERATE. THE DANGER IS WHEN POWER IS LOST IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER YOU DO NOT KNOW YOUR SPEED, THIS IS CRUCIAL WHEN DRIVING THROUGH SCHOOL ZONES. THE BACK-UP LIGHT CAUSE PEOPLE BEHIND MY CAR TO BELIEVE I AM BACKING-UP. AL...

Apr 4, 2008 Electrical System 92,001 mi

LOST OPERATION OF INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND WHEN THIS OCCURS THE BACK-UP LIGHTS OPERATE. THE DANGER IS WHEN POWER IS LOST IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER YOU DO NOT KNOW YOUR SPEED, THIS IS CRUCIAL WHEN DRIVING THROUGH SCHOOL ZONES. THE BACK-UP LIGHT CAUSE PEOPLE BEHIND MY CAR TO BELIEVE I AM BACKING-UP. AL...

Apr 1, 2008 Power Train 87,000 mi

1. I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE OF SORTS COMING FROM MY VEHICLE WHEN I WOULD PUT IT IN DRIVE. AT FIRST, IT WOULD ONLY DO IT IN DRIVE. NOW, IT MAKES THE NOISE IN PARK AND IN EVERY GEAR EXCEPT REVERSE. IT IS EXTREMELY LOUD. 2. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THREE DIFFERENT PLACES, IT H...

Apr 1, 2008 Power Train 87,000 mi

1. I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE OF SORTS COMING FROM MY VEHICLE WHEN I WOULD PUT IT IN DRIVE. AT FIRST, IT WOULD ONLY DO IT IN DRIVE. NOW, IT MAKES THE NOISE IN PARK AND IN EVERY GEAR EXCEPT REVERSE. IT IS EXTREMELY LOUD. 2. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THREE DIFFERENT PLACES, IT H...

Mar 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,400 mi

ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 21,400 MILES THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE WORN WITH LESS THAN 3 MM OF PAD REMAINING. AT 6 DAYS PAST MY 3 YR / 36 K MI. WARRANTY, FORD CUST SERVICE AND FORD CORPORATE SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO TO HELP ME. THEY DID ADMIT THAT THEY EXTENDED THE REAR BRAKE WARRANTY ...

Mar 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,400 mi

ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 21,400 MILES THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE WORN WITH LESS THAN 3 MM OF PAD REMAINING. AT 6 DAYS PAST MY 3 YR / 36 K MI. WARRANTY, FORD CUST SERVICE AND FORD CORPORATE SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO TO HELP ME. THEY DID ADMIT THAT THEY EXTENDED THE REAR BRAKE WARRANTY ...

Mar 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,854 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND THERE ARE 45,854 MILES ON THE CAR. OVER THE PREVIOUS FEW MONTHS, WHILE BACKING UP, I HEARD A GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR. AS A RETIRED SALESMAN WHO DROVE OVER 1,000,000 MILES WITHOUT REPLACING ANY BRAKES ON A CAR, I DID NOT IMMEDIATELY COME TO THE CONCLU...

Mar 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,854 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND THERE ARE 45,854 MILES ON THE CAR. OVER THE PREVIOUS FEW MONTHS, WHILE BACKING UP, I HEARD A GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR. AS A RETIRED SALESMAN WHO DROVE OVER 1,000,000 MILES WITHOUT REPLACING ANY BRAKES ON A CAR, I DID NOT IMMEDIATELY COME TO THE CONCLU...

Feb 19, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,525 mi

PREMATURE WEAR ON THE REAR DISC BRAKES. THE REAR BRAKES WERE CHANGE UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AT 13,000 MILES BY FORD. NOW AT 32,500 MILES THE REAR BRAKES ARE DOWN TO THE ROTOR. THE DEALER AND FORD TOLD ME THAT THIS WAS A ONE TIME DEAL. APPARENTLY THEY KNOW THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR BRAKES ...

Feb 19, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,525 mi

PREMATURE WEAR ON THE REAR DISC BRAKES. THE REAR BRAKES WERE CHANGE UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AT 13,000 MILES BY FORD. NOW AT 32,500 MILES THE REAR BRAKES ARE DOWN TO THE ROTOR. THE DEALER AND FORD TOLD ME THAT THIS WAS A ONE TIME DEAL. APPARENTLY THEY KNOW THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR BRAKES ...

Feb 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,800 mi

ON DECEMBER 22, 2007 MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CAR WAS MAKING NOISE ON MY ENTIRE 30 MILE TRIP TO WORK. I TOOK A GUY FROM WORK FOR A RIDE AND HE TOLD ME HE WAS PRETTY SURE IT WAS MY REAR BRAKES. THE CAR WARRANTY HAD JUST EXPIRED, I HAD APPROX. 36, 800 MILES ON IT. WE TOOK IT TO THE CLOSEST PLACE WHO...

Feb 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,800 mi

ON DECEMBER 22, 2007 MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE CAR WAS MAKING NOISE ON MY ENTIRE 30 MILE TRIP TO WORK. I TOOK A GUY FROM WORK FOR A RIDE AND HE TOLD ME HE WAS PRETTY SURE IT WAS MY REAR BRAKES. THE CAR WARRANTY HAD JUST EXPIRED, I HAD APPROX. 36, 800 MILES ON IT. WE TOOK IT TO THE CLOSEST PLACE WHO...

Jan 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

REAR BRAKES REPLACED 3 TIMES BY DEALER IN LESS THAN 37,000 MILES. *TR

Jan 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

REAR BRAKES REPLACED 3 TIMES BY DEALER IN LESS THAN 37,000 MILES. *TR

Jan 2, 2008 Power Train 65,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 65000 MILES ON INTERSTATE. WOULD NOT WORK IN ANY GEAR. $1500+ TO REBUILD. COMMON PROBLEM WITH FREESTARS AND WINDSTARS ACCORDING TO FORD FORUMS.*CN

Jan 2, 2008 Power Train 65,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 65000 MILES ON INTERSTATE. WOULD NOT WORK IN ANY GEAR. $1500+ TO REBUILD. COMMON PROBLEM WITH FREESTARS AND WINDSTARS ACCORDING TO FORD FORUMS.*CN

Dec 27, 2007 Power Train 31,252 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS BACKING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE OUT OF THE GARAGE AT 8 AM WHEN IT STOPPED MOVING, IT WOULD NOT GO IN ANY GEAR AND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND. MY VEHICLE HAS 31,000 MILES ON IT. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED AWAY ON A FLAT BED TOW TRUCK AND 2 DAYS OF DIAGNOSTICS AT A FORD DEALER REPAIR SHOP ...

Dec 27, 2007 Power Train 31,252 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS BACKING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE OUT OF THE GARAGE AT 8 AM WHEN IT STOPPED MOVING, IT WOULD NOT GO IN ANY GEAR AND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESPOND. MY VEHICLE HAS 31,000 MILES ON IT. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED AWAY ON A FLAT BED TOW TRUCK AND 2 DAYS OF DIAGNOSTICS AT A FORD DEALER REPAIR SHOP ...

Dec 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE PREMATURE WEAR, ROTORS WARPED. *TR

Dec 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE PREMATURE WEAR, ROTORS WARPED. *TR

Dec 5, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 1,000 mi

REAR DOORS FAIL TO LATCH IN COLD WEATHER. THE FRONT DOORS HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THAT WAS REPAIRED UNDER A FORD MOTOR COMPANY RECALL IN 2006 THAT FOCUSED ON ABOUT 20 NORTHERN STATES, WASHINGTON WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL LETTER. REPAIRS WERE DONE ON THE FRONT DOORS IN WA. STATE ON OWNERS REQUEST....

Dec 5, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 1,000 mi

REAR DOORS FAIL TO LATCH IN COLD WEATHER. THE FRONT DOORS HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THAT WAS REPAIRED UNDER A FORD MOTOR COMPANY RECALL IN 2006 THAT FOCUSED ON ABOUT 20 NORTHERN STATES, WASHINGTON WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL LETTER. REPAIRS WERE DONE ON THE FRONT DOORS IN WA. STATE ON OWNERS REQUEST....

Sep 27, 2007 Structure 38,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 30,000 MILES IN DEC 2006. AT 38,000 MILES I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT ON THE BACK OF THE WHEEL FLARES AND ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE WAS DULLING. IT LOOKED TO ME LIKE THE TIRES WERE CAUSING DIRT AND MUD TO SAND BLAST THESE AREAS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN THE ...

Sep 27, 2007 Structure 38,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 30,000 MILES IN DEC 2006. AT 38,000 MILES I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT ON THE BACK OF THE WHEEL FLARES AND ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE WAS DULLING. IT LOOKED TO ME LIKE THE TIRES WERE CAUSING DIRT AND MUD TO SAND BLAST THESE AREAS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN THE ...

Sep 27, 2007 Structure 38,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 30,000 MILES IN DEC 2006. AT 38,000 MILES I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT ON THE BACK OF THE WHEEL FLARES AND ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE WAS DULLING. IT LOOKED TO ME LIKE THE TIRES WERE CAUSING DIRT AND MUD TO SAND BLAST THESE AREAS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN THE ...

Sep 27, 2007 Structure 38,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 30,000 MILES IN DEC 2006. AT 38,000 MILES I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT ON THE BACK OF THE WHEEL FLARES AND ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE WAS DULLING. IT LOOKED TO ME LIKE THE TIRES WERE CAUSING DIRT AND MUD TO SAND BLAST THESE AREAS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN THE ...

Sep 19, 2007 Tires 20,000 mi

PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN LATE 2005. IN EARLY 2007, WITH APPROXIMATELY 17,000 (YES, ONLY 17K) MILES ON THE VEHICLE, DEALERSHIP STARTING TELLING ME THAT I'LL NEED TO BE THINKING ABOUT NEW TIRES IN THE NEXT 1-2 OIL CHANGES (WHICH IS 3-6,000 MILES). I NOW HAVE APPROXIMATELY 24K MILES AND I...

Sep 19, 2007 Tires 20,000 mi

PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN LATE 2005. IN EARLY 2007, WITH APPROXIMATELY 17,000 (YES, ONLY 17K) MILES ON THE VEHICLE, DEALERSHIP STARTING TELLING ME THAT I'LL NEED TO BE THINKING ABOUT NEW TIRES IN THE NEXT 1-2 OIL CHANGES (WHICH IS 3-6,000 MILES). I NOW HAVE APPROXIMATELY 24K MILES AND I...

Sep 10, 2007 Electrical System 15,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. INTERMITTENTLY TURNS OFF (ENGINE STOPS, LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER) WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. MOST OFTEN OCCURS WHILE TURNING. REPORTED TO FORD DEALER, THEY STATE THEY CANNOT FIX BECAUSE THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE EVENT. CORPORATE AND GOT SAME RESPONSE. I REQUESTED THAT FO...

Sep 10, 2007 Electrical System 15,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. INTERMITTENTLY TURNS OFF (ENGINE STOPS, LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER) WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. MOST OFTEN OCCURS WHILE TURNING. REPORTED TO FORD DEALER, THEY STATE THEY CANNOT FIX BECAUSE THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE EVENT. CORPORATE AND GOT SAME RESPONSE. I REQUESTED THAT FO...

Aug 30, 2007 Air Bags Crash 50,000 mi

CRASH @ APPROXIMATELY 45 MILES PER HOUR. T-BONED A CAR THAT PULLED IN FRONT OF MY CAR AT A STOP LIGHT. MY CAR WAS TOTALED. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. I FEEL THAT MY INJURIES..OF WHIPLASH AND ANOTHER PASSENGERS WOULD HAVE BEEN LESS OR NON EXISTENT IF MY AIR BAGS WENT OFF. IS THIS NEW AIR BAG REQUI...

Aug 30, 2007 Air Bags Crash 50,000 mi

CRASH @ APPROXIMATELY 45 MILES PER HOUR. T-BONED A CAR THAT PULLED IN FRONT OF MY CAR AT A STOP LIGHT. MY CAR WAS TOTALED. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF. I FEEL THAT MY INJURIES..OF WHIPLASH AND ANOTHER PASSENGERS WOULD HAVE BEEN LESS OR NON EXISTENT IF MY AIR BAGS WENT OFF. IS THIS NEW AIR BAG REQUI...

Aug 20, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED BRAKE FAILURE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A SHOP AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE VERY DAMAGED AND THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LOCATED AT THE REPAIR SHOP. THE CONTACT CALLED FORD,...

Aug 20, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED BRAKE FAILURE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A SHOP AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE VERY DAMAGED AND THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LOCATED AT THE REPAIR SHOP. THE CONTACT CALLED FORD,...

Aug 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE- AT APROX 25,000 MILES THE REAR BRAKES WERE WORN DOWN TO METAL, RESULTING IN A TOTAL BRAKE JOB DONE AT THE DEALER. PADS, ROTORS, EVERYTHING. I COMPLAINED THAT THESE SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN THIS, AND SERVICE CHECKED TO SEE IF IT COULD BE UNDER WARRANTY. NO SUCH LUCK. RESULTS $400 REPAI...

Aug 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE- AT APROX 25,000 MILES THE REAR BRAKES WERE WORN DOWN TO METAL, RESULTING IN A TOTAL BRAKE JOB DONE AT THE DEALER. PADS, ROTORS, EVERYTHING. I COMPLAINED THAT THESE SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN THIS, AND SERVICE CHECKED TO SEE IF IT COULD BE UNDER WARRANTY. NO SUCH LUCK. RESULTS $400 REPAI...

Jul 31, 2007 Tires 18,000 mi

PREMATURE TIRE WEAR THE TIRES (PIRELLI P6 P225/60 R18) ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED NEEDED REPLACEMENT AT 18,000 MILES. THE INSIDE EDGE OF THE FRONT TIRES ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED EVERY 5,000 MILES. THE DEALER PERFORMED A 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT AT 10,000 MILES. WHEN THEY W...

Jul 31, 2007 Tires 18,000 mi

PREMATURE TIRE WEAR THE TIRES (PIRELLI P6 P225/60 R18) ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE LIMITED NEEDED REPLACEMENT AT 18,000 MILES. THE INSIDE EDGE OF THE FRONT TIRES ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED EVERY 5,000 MILES. THE DEALER PERFORMED A 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT AT 10,000 MILES. WHEN THEY W...

Jul 25, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 42,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH AWD AND THE CVT TRANSMISSION. RECENTLY I DROVE UP PIKES PEAK. ON THE WAY BACK DOWN I USED THE LOW RANGE WHICH IS SUPPOSED TO ACT AS AN ENGINE BRAKE. IT WAS NOT NEARLY LOW ENOUGH TO KEEP VEHICLE AT A SLOW ENOUGH SPEED TO NEGOTIATE THE ROAD COMING BACK DOWN. AT THE...

Jul 25, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 42,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH AWD AND THE CVT TRANSMISSION. RECENTLY I DROVE UP PIKES PEAK. ON THE WAY BACK DOWN I USED THE LOW RANGE WHICH IS SUPPOSED TO ACT AS AN ENGINE BRAKE. IT WAS NOT NEARLY LOW ENOUGH TO KEEP VEHICLE AT A SLOW ENOUGH SPEED TO NEGOTIATE THE ROAD COMING BACK DOWN. AT THE...

Jul 20, 2007 Tires 12,000 mi

PREMATURE TIRE WEAR. BOUGHT FORD FREESTYLE NEW. 23000 MILES AND CONTINENTAL CONTI TOURING CONTACT TIRES COMPLETELY WORN. P215 65R 17. *JB

Jul 20, 2007 Tires 12,000 mi

PREMATURE TIRE WEAR. BOUGHT FORD FREESTYLE NEW. 23000 MILES AND CONTINENTAL CONTI TOURING CONTACT TIRES COMPLETELY WORN. P215 65R 17. *JB

Jul 2, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 26,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, FOR APPROXIMATELY MORE THAN ONE HOUR, THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS THE THROTTLE BODY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED TWO WEEKS PRIOR F...

Jul 2, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 26,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, FOR APPROXIMATELY MORE THAN ONE HOUR, THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS THE THROTTLE BODY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED TWO WEEKS PRIOR F...

Jun 27, 2007 Power Train

BOUGHT CAR USED LAST MONTH AND WITHIN THE LAST 2 WEEKS, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO INTO REVERSE. CALLED THE DEALER, THEY TOLD US TO CALL FORD ROADSIDE SERVICE. CAR WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER FOUND SHIFT BEZEL TO BE BROKEN

Jun 27, 2007 Power Train

BOUGHT CAR USED LAST MONTH AND WITHIN THE LAST 2 WEEKS, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO INTO REVERSE. CALLED THE DEALER, THEY TOLD US TO CALL FORD ROADSIDE SERVICE. CAR WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER FOUND SHIFT BEZEL TO BE BROKEN

Jun 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 23, 2007 Suspension 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 23, 2007 Suspension 27,655 mi

REAR BRAKE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME WITH IN 27,000 MILES. FORD REFUSED TO HELP. I BELIEVE THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM IN THIS SUV. ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STRUT BEARINGS AND I HAVE ON STARTING TO GO OUT AGAIN. I THINK THIS CAR SHOULD HAVE NEVER LEFT THE PLANT. *TR

Jun 14, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - REAR ROTORS AND BREAKS NEED REPLACEMENT AFTER 29K MILES. *TR

Jun 14, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - REAR ROTORS AND BREAKS NEED REPLACEMENT AFTER 29K MILES. *TR

Jun 14, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - REAR ROTORS AND BREAKS NEED REPLACEMENT AFTER 29K MILES. *TR

Jun 14, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - REAR ROTORS AND BREAKS NEED REPLACEMENT AFTER 29K MILES. *TR

May 24, 2007 Tires

MY '05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD SHOWED UNEVEN TREAD WEAR AT 10,000 MILES, DEALER DID A REALIGNMENT AT N/C. TIRES ROTATED AS RECOMMENDED. AT 22000 TIRES ARE COMPLETELY WORN. FORD DENIED ANY RESPONSIBILITY. DEALER UNABLE/UNWILLING TO ASSIST. TIRES BEING REPLACED TOMORROW WITH GOODYEAR ASSURANCE LINE, TIR...

May 24, 2007 Tires

MY '05 FORD FREESTYLE AWD SHOWED UNEVEN TREAD WEAR AT 10,000 MILES, DEALER DID A REALIGNMENT AT N/C. TIRES ROTATED AS RECOMMENDED. AT 22000 TIRES ARE COMPLETELY WORN. FORD DENIED ANY RESPONSIBILITY. DEALER UNABLE/UNWILLING TO ASSIST. TIRES BEING REPLACED TOMORROW WITH GOODYEAR ASSURANCE LINE, TIR...

May 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 8,000 mi

REAR BRAKES GET VERY HOT DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND SMELL LIKE THE PADS ARE BURNING. ALSO, A LARGE AMOUNT OF BRAKE DUST COVERS THE REAR WHEELS. *AK

May 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 8,000 mi

REAR BRAKES GET VERY HOT DURING NORMAL DRIVING AND SMELL LIKE THE PADS ARE BURNING. ALSO, A LARGE AMOUNT OF BRAKE DUST COVERS THE REAR WHEELS. *AK

May 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 37,434 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I WAS TOLD THE REAR BRAKES NEED ED TO BE REPLACED JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. ANOTHER OWNER WITH ONLY 24,000 MILES WAS TOLD THE SAME THING AT THE SAME TIME I WAS. THIS WAS NOT DRIVER RELATED. *AK

May 17, 2007 Tires 19,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH I BOUGHT BRAND NEW. IT WAS ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTACT TOURING TIRES, 215-65-17 - CT95. THE FOUR TIRES WERE COMPLETELY WORN OUT WITH 19,000 MILES. CONTINENTAL STATED THERE WAS NO TREAD LIFE WARRANTY FOR THESE TIRES. FORD INSISTED THIS WAS ...

May 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 37,434 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE - I WAS TOLD THE REAR BRAKES NEED ED TO BE REPLACED JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. ANOTHER OWNER WITH ONLY 24,000 MILES WAS TOLD THE SAME THING AT THE SAME TIME I WAS. THIS WAS NOT DRIVER RELATED. *AK

May 17, 2007 Tires 19,300 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WHICH I BOUGHT BRAND NEW. IT WAS ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTACT TOURING TIRES, 215-65-17 - CT95. THE FOUR TIRES WERE COMPLETELY WORN OUT WITH 19,000 MILES. CONTINENTAL STATED THERE WAS NO TREAD LIFE WARRANTY FOR THESE TIRES. FORD INSISTED THIS WAS ...

May 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HAS HAD TO REPLACE THE CALIPERS, ROTOR, AND REAR BRAKE PADS. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME ON APRIL 14, 2007 WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. ...

May 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HAS HAD TO REPLACE THE CALIPERS, ROTOR, AND REAR BRAKE PADS. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME ON APRIL 14, 2007 WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. ...

May 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES ARE GRINDED DOWN TO THE ROTOR. FORD STATED THAT THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE AMONG THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE AND IS NOT TAKING ANY CORRECTIVE ACTION. THE REAR BRAKE ROTORS WERE ALSO WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAIL...

May 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES ARE GRINDED DOWN TO THE ROTOR. FORD STATED THAT THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE AMONG THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE AND IS NOT TAKING ANY CORRECTIVE ACTION. THE REAR BRAKE ROTORS WERE ALSO WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAIL...

May 6, 2007 Tires 15,000 mi

WHEN SLIGHTLY RAINING, THE LIGHT SENSOR SEEMS TO ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY THEREBY NOT ALWAYS TURNING ON THE LIGHTS IN AUTO MODE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM ONLY IN RAIN DURING THE DAY WHEN THE SENSOR HAS A HARD TIME DISTINGUISHING WHEN TO TURN ON AND WHEN TO TURN OFF. *TR

May 6, 2007 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

WHEN SLIGHTLY RAINING, THE LIGHT SENSOR SEEMS TO ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY THEREBY NOT ALWAYS TURNING ON THE LIGHTS IN AUTO MODE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM ONLY IN RAIN DURING THE DAY WHEN THE SENSOR HAS A HARD TIME DISTINGUISHING WHEN TO TURN ON AND WHEN TO TURN OFF. *TR

May 6, 2007 Tires 15,000 mi

WHEN SLIGHTLY RAINING, THE LIGHT SENSOR SEEMS TO ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY THEREBY NOT ALWAYS TURNING ON THE LIGHTS IN AUTO MODE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM ONLY IN RAIN DURING THE DAY WHEN THE SENSOR HAS A HARD TIME DISTINGUISHING WHEN TO TURN ON AND WHEN TO TURN OFF. *TR

May 6, 2007 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

WHEN SLIGHTLY RAINING, THE LIGHT SENSOR SEEMS TO ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY THEREBY NOT ALWAYS TURNING ON THE LIGHTS IN AUTO MODE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM ONLY IN RAIN DURING THE DAY WHEN THE SENSOR HAS A HARD TIME DISTINGUISHING WHEN TO TURN ON AND WHEN TO TURN OFF. *TR

May 4, 2007 Structure

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING INTERMITTENT DASH BOARD PROBLEMS. GAUGES ON DIGITAL DASHBOARD WILL GO TO ZERO FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. SPEEDOMETER WILL SHOW ZERO EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. *TR

May 4, 2007 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING INTERMITTENT DASH BOARD PROBLEMS. GAUGES ON DIGITAL DASHBOARD WILL GO TO ZERO FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. SPEEDOMETER WILL SHOW ZERO EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. *TR

May 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,200 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 23,200 MILES WHEN A DRAGGING SOUND CAME FROM THE REAR BRAKES - BY THIS TIME IT WAS TO LATE. REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED FOR $353.00. WE QUESTIONED THAT THIS SEEMED PREMATURE - WE WERE TOLD BY THE DEALER THIS IS NORMAL, THEY SEE IT ALL THE TIME. I WOULD...

May 4, 2007 Structure

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING INTERMITTENT DASH BOARD PROBLEMS. GAUGES ON DIGITAL DASHBOARD WILL GO TO ZERO FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. SPEEDOMETER WILL SHOW ZERO EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. *TR

May 4, 2007 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTYLE IS HAVING INTERMITTENT DASH BOARD PROBLEMS. GAUGES ON DIGITAL DASHBOARD WILL GO TO ZERO FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. SPEEDOMETER WILL SHOW ZERO EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. *TR

May 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,200 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH 23,200 MILES WHEN A DRAGGING SOUND CAME FROM THE REAR BRAKES - BY THIS TIME IT WAS TO LATE. REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED FOR $353.00. WE QUESTIONED THAT THIS SEEMED PREMATURE - WE WERE TOLD BY THE DEALER THIS IS NORMAL, THEY SEE IT ALL THE TIME. I WOULD...

Apr 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,828 mi

WE TOOK ARE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR WARRANTY WORK . THE CAR HAD A NOISE IN THE REAR OF CAR. FORD SAY THE BRAKES ARE DOWN TO METAL TO METAL . THE CAR HAS 31614 MILE ON IT THE CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY. FORD SAYS THEY ONLY WARRANTY BRAKES FOR 12 MONTHS. I TOOK THE CAR TO FORD TO BE REPAIRED AND THEY H...

Apr 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,828 mi

WE TOOK ARE 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR WARRANTY WORK . THE CAR HAD A NOISE IN THE REAR OF CAR. FORD SAY THE BRAKES ARE DOWN TO METAL TO METAL . THE CAR HAS 31614 MILE ON IT THE CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY. FORD SAYS THEY ONLY WARRANTY BRAKES FOR 12 MONTHS. I TOOK THE CAR TO FORD TO BE REPAIRED AND THEY H...

Apr 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,524 mi

I AM LEASING A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND LAST APRIL 20/07 I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO WITT LINCOLN MERCURY IN ESCONDIDO, CALIF. FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE RECORDED MILEAGE WAS 15,524 MILES AND AFTER THE SERVICE WAS DONE I WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKES REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AS THE ROTORS NEED TO BE ...

Apr 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,524 mi

I AM LEASING A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND LAST APRIL 20/07 I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO WITT LINCOLN MERCURY IN ESCONDIDO, CALIF. FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE RECORDED MILEAGE WAS 15,524 MILES AND AFTER THE SERVICE WAS DONE I WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKES REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AS THE ROTORS NEED TO BE ...

Apr 23, 2007 Suspension 99,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE LIKE AN EXPLOSION. WITH THE ENGINE ON HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE COIL SPRING BROKE. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME, NOTIFIED THE DEALER, AND WAS ADVISED THAT ...

Apr 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,524 mi

I AM LEASING A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND LAST APRIL 20/07 I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO WITT LINCOLN MERCURY IN ESCONDIDO, CALIF. FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE RECORDED MILEAGE WAS 15,524 MILES AND AFTER THE SERVICE WAS DONE I WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKES REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AS THE ROTORS NEED TO BE ...

Apr 23, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,524 mi

I AM LEASING A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AND LAST APRIL 20/07 I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO WITT LINCOLN MERCURY IN ESCONDIDO, CALIF. FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE RECORDED MILEAGE WAS 15,524 MILES AND AFTER THE SERVICE WAS DONE I WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKES REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AS THE ROTORS NEED TO BE ...

Apr 23, 2007 Suspension 99,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE LIKE AN EXPLOSION. WITH THE ENGINE ON HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE COIL SPRING BROKE. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME, NOTIFIED THE DEALER, AND WAS ADVISED THAT ...

Apr 20, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,500 mi

REAR DISC BRAKE PADS FAILED WITH 20,000 ORIGINAL MILES. *JB

Apr 20, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,500 mi

REAR DISC BRAKE PADS FAILED WITH 20,000 ORIGINAL MILES. *JB

Apr 19, 2007 Fuel System, Other

I WANTED TO RESPOND TO THE PERSON UNDER THE MISCELLANEOUS AREA OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON AND THEIR VEHICLE STALLING. I EXPERIENCED THIS SAME PROBLEM A YEAR AGO. I WAS ORIGINALLY TOLD I WAS NOT USING PROPER MOTORCRAFT FILTER AND PAID FOR THE SERVICE AFTER MY VEHICLE WAS TOWED. ...

Apr 19, 2007 Electrical System 43,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE IDLING, DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, OR TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ILLUMINATE WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS. ON THREE OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED B...

Apr 19, 2007 Fuel System, Other

I WANTED TO RESPOND TO THE PERSON UNDER THE MISCELLANEOUS AREA OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON AND THEIR VEHICLE STALLING. I EXPERIENCED THIS SAME PROBLEM A YEAR AGO. I WAS ORIGINALLY TOLD I WAS NOT USING PROPER MOTORCRAFT FILTER AND PAID FOR THE SERVICE AFTER MY VEHICLE WAS TOWED. ...

Apr 19, 2007 Electrical System 43,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE IDLING, DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, OR TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ILLUMINATE WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS. ON THREE OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED B...

Apr 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

WE BOUGHT OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JUNE OF 2005 AND CURRENTLY HAVE 50,000 MILES. WE ARE ON THE THIRD SET OF REAR BRAKE PADS AND ARE TRYING TO WORK WITH OUR DEALER ON GETTING THIS SET REPLACED AGAIN. AFTER LOOKING THROUGH THIS SITE AND MANY OTHER CONSUMER FORUMS, THIS SEEMS TO BE A REAL PROBLEM...

Apr 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

WE BOUGHT OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE NEW IN JUNE OF 2005 AND CURRENTLY HAVE 50,000 MILES. WE ARE ON THE THIRD SET OF REAR BRAKE PADS AND ARE TRYING TO WORK WITH OUR DEALER ON GETTING THIS SET REPLACED AGAIN. AFTER LOOKING THROUGH THIS SITE AND MANY OTHER CONSUMER FORUMS, THIS SEEMS TO BE A REAL PROBLEM...

Apr 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,195 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HIT 36K MILES AND IMMEDIATELY THE BACK PADS/ROTORS WENT BAD. GRINDING NOISES TOOK ME INTO NTB. THEY STATED THAT THE CALIPERS WERE FROZEN AND TO GO TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WEREN'T BUT THE PADS/ROTORS WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED/RESURFACED - AT $475! THIS IS CR...

Apr 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,195 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HIT 36K MILES AND IMMEDIATELY THE BACK PADS/ROTORS WENT BAD. GRINDING NOISES TOOK ME INTO NTB. THEY STATED THAT THE CALIPERS WERE FROZEN AND TO GO TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WEREN'T BUT THE PADS/ROTORS WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED/RESURFACED - AT $475! THIS IS CR...

Apr 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,195 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HIT 36K MILES AND IMMEDIATELY THE BACK PADS/ROTORS WENT BAD. GRINDING NOISES TOOK ME INTO NTB. THEY STATED THAT THE CALIPERS WERE FROZEN AND TO GO TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WEREN'T BUT THE PADS/ROTORS WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED/RESURFACED - AT $475! THIS IS CR...

Apr 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,195 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTYLE HIT 36K MILES AND IMMEDIATELY THE BACK PADS/ROTORS WENT BAD. GRINDING NOISES TOOK ME INTO NTB. THEY STATED THAT THE CALIPERS WERE FROZEN AND TO GO TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WEREN'T BUT THE PADS/ROTORS WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED/RESURFACED - AT $475! THIS IS CR...

Apr 13, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,300 mi

PREMATURE REAR BRAKE WEAR ON A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD WITH 20,300 MILES ON IT. NOTICE MUCH MORE BRAKE DUST ON REAR WHEELS. DEALER "ACKNOWLEDGES" THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS AND OTHER CARS IN THE SAME FAMILY YET FORD WILL NOT INVESTIGATE OR COVER REPAIR COSTS. HOW LONG BEFORE A MISHAP IS CAU...

Apr 13, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,300 mi

PREMATURE REAR BRAKE WEAR ON A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL FWD WITH 20,300 MILES ON IT. NOTICE MUCH MORE BRAKE DUST ON REAR WHEELS. DEALER "ACKNOWLEDGES" THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS AND OTHER CARS IN THE SAME FAMILY YET FORD WILL NOT INVESTIGATE OR COVER REPAIR COSTS. HOW LONG BEFORE A MISHAP IS CAU...

Apr 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS SHOULD BE REPLACED. THE BRAKES AND THE ROTORS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAD 22000 MILES. *AK

Apr 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS SHOULD BE REPLACED. THE BRAKES AND THE ROTORS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAD 22000 MILES. *AK

Apr 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS SHOULD BE REPLACED. THE BRAKES AND THE ROTORS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAD 22000 MILES. *AK

Apr 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH HE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS SHOULD BE REPLACED. THE BRAKES AND THE ROTORS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAD 22000 MILES. *AK

Apr 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,489 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE OF 23,489 MILES. THE CONTACT WENT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES SERVICED ,AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE REAR BRAKES. WHEN THE DEALER TRIED TO GET THE MANUFACTURER TO COVER THE COST, TH...

Apr 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,489 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH A CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE OF 23,489 MILES. THE CONTACT WENT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES SERVICED ,AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE REAR BRAKES. WHEN THE DEALER TRIED TO GET THE MANUFACTURER TO COVER THE COST, TH...

Apr 5, 2007 Electrical System 48,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SEVERAL ERROR CODES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOW REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE...

Apr 5, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD THE BRAKES PRODUCING A SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES FAILED AND WERE CURRENTLY BEING REPLACED. THIS FAILURE OCCURRED OFTEN WITH FORD FREESTY...

Apr 5, 2007 Electrical System 48,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SEVERAL ERROR CODES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOW REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE...

Apr 5, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD THE BRAKES PRODUCING A SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES FAILED AND WERE CURRENTLY BEING REPLACED. THIS FAILURE OCCURRED OFTEN WITH FORD FREESTY...

Mar 28, 2007 Unknown Or Other 55,100 mi

3/28/2007 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 65 THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER, I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RE-STARTED IT AND THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. THIS WAS THE THIRD TIME. SECOND WAS YESTERDAY MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Mar 28, 2007 Electrical System 55,100 mi

3/28/2007 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 65 THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER, I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RE-STARTED IT AND THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. THIS WAS THE THIRD TIME. SECOND WAS YESTERDAY MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Mar 28, 2007 Unknown Or Other 55,100 mi

3/28/2007 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 65 THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER, I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RE-STARTED IT AND THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. THIS WAS THE THIRD TIME. SECOND WAS YESTERDAY MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Mar 28, 2007 Electrical System 55,100 mi

3/28/2007 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 65 THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER, I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND RE-STARTED IT AND THE PROBLEM WAS GONE. THIS WAS THE THIRD TIME. SECOND WAS YESTERDAY MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Mar 27, 2007 Structure 11,600 mi

FRONT PLASTIC BUMPER HAS SPIT AND CRACKED ON THE RIGHT SIDE. I AM NOT AWARE OF ANY ACCIDENTS OR HITS ON THE BUMPER. OUR WEATHER WENT FROM HOT TO COLD IN A SHORT TIME. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. I AM CURIOUS TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAS OR HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I PURCHASE...

Mar 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT 24,000 MILES. THE REASON I CONSIDER THIS A SAFETY HAZARD IS THAT I DO NOT KNOW OF ANY VEHICLE THAT HAS TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT SUCH LOW MILES. THUS, WHEN THE GRINDING NOISES APPEARED AT LESS THAN 20,000 MILES, I NEVER ...

Mar 27, 2007 Structure 11,600 mi

FRONT PLASTIC BUMPER HAS SPIT AND CRACKED ON THE RIGHT SIDE. I AM NOT AWARE OF ANY ACCIDENTS OR HITS ON THE BUMPER. OUR WEATHER WENT FROM HOT TO COLD IN A SHORT TIME. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. I AM CURIOUS TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAS OR HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I PURCHASE...

Mar 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT 24,000 MILES. THE REASON I CONSIDER THIS A SAFETY HAZARD IS THAT I DO NOT KNOW OF ANY VEHICLE THAT HAS TO HAVE THE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT SUCH LOW MILES. THUS, WHEN THE GRINDING NOISES APPEARED AT LESS THAN 20,000 MILES, I NEVER ...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 19, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,797 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE, PURCHASED NEW. FORD HAS SERVICED AS WELL AS NYS INSPECTIONS. AT 30,000 MILE SERVICE THE REAR BRAKES HAD LITTLE DISC PAD LEFT,REAR ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR, CALIPER FROZEN. FORD SAID NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY (BUMPER TO BUMPER 3 YRS 36,000 MILES) AND HAD TO PAY $475.00. CA...

Mar 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,500 mi

I EXPERIENCED REAR BRAKE NOISE ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT JUST UNDER 14,500 MILES. I TOOK IT TO A FORD DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED AND FOUND THAT I NEEDED NEW REAR PADS AND ROTORS. I WAS TOLD THAT THE ONLY EXPLANATION FOR THIS TYPE OF WEAR WOULD BE DRIVING WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ON. I DO NOT USE ...

Mar 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,500 mi

I EXPERIENCED REAR BRAKE NOISE ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT JUST UNDER 14,500 MILES. I TOOK IT TO A FORD DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED AND FOUND THAT I NEEDED NEW REAR PADS AND ROTORS. I WAS TOLD THAT THE ONLY EXPLANATION FOR THIS TYPE OF WEAR WOULD BE DRIVING WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ON. I DO NOT USE ...

Mar 12, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 8,000 mi

INSPECTION OF REAR BRAKE NOISE SHOWED PADS WORN AND ROTORS DAMAGED AFTER JUST 8000 MILES ON NEW FORD FREESTYLE 2005 LTD AWD. PADS AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED BY DEALER UNDER WARRANTY. AT 19000 MILES REAR PADS ARE AGAIN COMPLETELY WORN WITH ONE PAD SCRAPING ROTOR. *JB

Mar 12, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 8,000 mi

INSPECTION OF REAR BRAKE NOISE SHOWED PADS WORN AND ROTORS DAMAGED AFTER JUST 8000 MILES ON NEW FORD FREESTYLE 2005 LTD AWD. PADS AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED BY DEALER UNDER WARRANTY. AT 19000 MILES REAR PADS ARE AGAIN COMPLETELY WORN WITH ONE PAD SCRAPING ROTOR. *JB

Mar 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,200 mi

JUST GOT A REPAIR BILL FOR MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TO REPLACE REAR ROTORS AND PADS - CAR HAS ONLY 22,000 MILES AND IS NOT BEING DRIVEN IN ANY UNUSUAL MANNER. PREVIOUS FORD PRODUCTS WERE FORD WINDSTAR AND F150 BOTH REQUIRING BRAKE SERVICE AROUND 90,000 MILES. PREMATURE WEAR OF REAR FREESTYLE BRAK...

Mar 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,200 mi

JUST GOT A REPAIR BILL FOR MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE TO REPLACE REAR ROTORS AND PADS - CAR HAS ONLY 22,000 MILES AND IS NOT BEING DRIVEN IN ANY UNUSUAL MANNER. PREVIOUS FORD PRODUCTS WERE FORD WINDSTAR AND F150 BOTH REQUIRING BRAKE SERVICE AROUND 90,000 MILES. PREMATURE WEAR OF REAR FREESTYLE BRAK...

Feb 22, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,892 mi

IN SEPTEMBER OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WENT IN FOR A ROUTINE STATE INSPECTION. IT HAD 19892 MILES ON IT AT THE TIME. WE WERE TOLD THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE COMPLETELY WORN AND THE ROTORS WERE WARPED. BOTH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED TO PASS INSPECTION. ASSUMING THEY WERE UNDER WARRANTY, THE GARAGE CALLED...

Feb 22, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,892 mi

IN SEPTEMBER OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WENT IN FOR A ROUTINE STATE INSPECTION. IT HAD 19892 MILES ON IT AT THE TIME. WE WERE TOLD THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE COMPLETELY WORN AND THE ROTORS WERE WARPED. BOTH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED TO PASS INSPECTION. ASSUMING THEY WERE UNDER WARRANTY, THE GARAGE CALLED...

Feb 17, 2007 Electrical System 10 mi

I OWN A FORD FREESTYLE. SINCE THE FIRST DAYS I DROVE IT, I CANNOT SEE THE INFORMATION LIGHTED PANELS ON THE DASH WHEN OUTSIDE LIGHT IS NORMAL BRIGHTNESS. THESE LIGHTED LETTER PANELS SHOULD BE MADE BRIGHT ENOUGH TO READ AT A GLANCE, SO THAT YOU DO NOT NEED TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD FOR LONG WHEN...

Feb 17, 2007 Electrical System 10 mi

I OWN A FORD FREESTYLE. SINCE THE FIRST DAYS I DROVE IT, I CANNOT SEE THE INFORMATION LIGHTED PANELS ON THE DASH WHEN OUTSIDE LIGHT IS NORMAL BRIGHTNESS. THESE LIGHTED LETTER PANELS SHOULD BE MADE BRIGHT ENOUGH TO READ AT A GLANCE, SO THAT YOU DO NOT NEED TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD FOR LONG WHEN...

Feb 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEFECTIVE BRAKE DESIGN ON 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PREMATURE WEAR. FORD/DEALER ONLY AGREED TO REPLACE REAR PADS AND MACHINE REAR ROTORS WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING TO CORRECT DESIGN FLAW, AND THEY REQUIRED I PAY A PART OF THE COST OF THE REPAIR. FORD/DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING TO CORRECT THE RELATED PRO...

Feb 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEFECTIVE BRAKE DESIGN ON 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. PREMATURE WEAR. FORD/DEALER ONLY AGREED TO REPLACE REAR PADS AND MACHINE REAR ROTORS WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING TO CORRECT DESIGN FLAW, AND THEY REQUIRED I PAY A PART OF THE COST OF THE REPAIR. FORD/DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING TO CORRECT THE RELATED PRO...

Feb 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

AT 15,000 MILES SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE DEALER FOUND OUT THAT BRAKES WERE WORN TO THE METAL AND THAT BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. DEALER STATED THAT CAR MUST HAVE BEEN DRIVEN WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE ON FOR THIS TO HAPPEN, WHICH WAS NOT THE CASE. DEALER COULD NOT FIND FAULTY PART FOR IT TO BE COV...

Feb 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

AT 15,000 MILES SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE DEALER FOUND OUT THAT BRAKES WERE WORN TO THE METAL AND THAT BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. DEALER STATED THAT CAR MUST HAVE BEEN DRIVEN WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE ON FOR THIS TO HAPPEN, WHICH WAS NOT THE CASE. DEALER COULD NOT FIND FAULTY PART FOR IT TO BE COV...

Feb 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PREMATURE BRAKE WEAR AND GRINDING NOISE FROM REAR WHEEL AREA. *JB

Feb 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PREMATURE BRAKE WEAR AND GRINDING NOISE FROM REAR WHEEL AREA. *JB

Feb 2, 2007 Tires 7,998 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 75-80 JUST 5 MPH OVER THE SPEED LIMIT HERE IN FLORIDA. I HEARD A DUNK,DUNK,DUNK THEN A HUGE THUMP AND THE CAR WENT SWERVING OUT OF CONTROL, I TRIED TO GET TO THE LEFT MEDIAN..I WAS IN THE LEFT LANE... I WOUND UP DOING A 360 DEGREE CIRCLE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC TH...

Feb 2, 2007 Tires 7,998 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 75-80 JUST 5 MPH OVER THE SPEED LIMIT HERE IN FLORIDA. I HEARD A DUNK,DUNK,DUNK THEN A HUGE THUMP AND THE CAR WENT SWERVING OUT OF CONTROL, I TRIED TO GET TO THE LEFT MEDIAN..I WAS IN THE LEFT LANE... I WOUND UP DOING A 360 DEGREE CIRCLE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC TH...

Jan 28, 2007 Structure

LEAKS WATER FROM WET WEATHER INTO VEHICLE'S CARGO AREA AND FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR AREA. FREEZING TO SUB-FREEZING TEMPS CAUSE WATER TO FREEZE CARPET AND ANYTHING IN CAR WITH MOISTURE ON IT. FIRST TIME THIS WAS APPARENT, CAR WAS IN FOR RECALL ON DOOR LATCHES; AT THAT TIME, WE TOLD DEALER ABOUT WATER L...

Jan 28, 2007 Structure

LEAKS WATER FROM WET WEATHER INTO VEHICLE'S CARGO AREA AND FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR AREA. FREEZING TO SUB-FREEZING TEMPS CAUSE WATER TO FREEZE CARPET AND ANYTHING IN CAR WITH MOISTURE ON IT. FIRST TIME THIS WAS APPARENT, CAR WAS IN FOR RECALL ON DOOR LATCHES; AT THAT TIME, WE TOLD DEALER ABOUT WATER L...

Jan 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,040 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE NEW, HAD BRAKING PROBLEMS FROM START, 1ST TIME IN TO DEALER SAID NO PROBLEM, 2ND TIME REPLACED FRONT PADS, 3RD TIME REAR PADS AND CUT ROTORS, I HAD AN ISSUE WITH CUTTING ROTORS ON VEHICLE W/7000 MI. 20,000 MILES LATER, REAR BRAKES ARE SHOT, ROTORS NEED REPLACING, FORD SE...

Jan 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,040 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE NEW, HAD BRAKING PROBLEMS FROM START, 1ST TIME IN TO DEALER SAID NO PROBLEM, 2ND TIME REPLACED FRONT PADS, 3RD TIME REAR PADS AND CUT ROTORS, I HAD AN ISSUE WITH CUTTING ROTORS ON VEHICLE W/7000 MI. 20,000 MILES LATER, REAR BRAKES ARE SHOT, ROTORS NEED REPLACING, FORD SE...

Jan 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,040 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE NEW, HAD BRAKING PROBLEMS FROM START, 1ST TIME IN TO DEALER SAID NO PROBLEM, 2ND TIME REPLACED FRONT PADS, 3RD TIME REAR PADS AND CUT ROTORS, I HAD AN ISSUE WITH CUTTING ROTORS ON VEHICLE W/7000 MI. 20,000 MILES LATER, REAR BRAKES ARE SHOT, ROTORS NEED REPLACING, FORD SE...

Jan 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,040 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE NEW, HAD BRAKING PROBLEMS FROM START, 1ST TIME IN TO DEALER SAID NO PROBLEM, 2ND TIME REPLACED FRONT PADS, 3RD TIME REAR PADS AND CUT ROTORS, I HAD AN ISSUE WITH CUTTING ROTORS ON VEHICLE W/7000 MI. 20,000 MILES LATER, REAR BRAKES ARE SHOT, ROTORS NEED REPLACING, FORD SE...

Jan 16, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON JANUARY 9, 2007 SHE WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH ON A RURAL ROAD. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE ICY AND SLUSHY. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING DOWN HILL, WHEN THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS. THE CONTACT VEERED OFF THE TO...

Jan 16, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON JANUARY 9, 2007 SHE WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH ON A RURAL ROAD. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE ICY AND SLUSHY. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING DOWN HILL, WHEN THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS. THE CONTACT VEERED OFF THE TO...

Jan 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER HAS LOCKED UP AND IS NOT WORKING, I HAVE AN '05 FORD FREESTLYE SEL 2WD. IT HAS BURNT THROUGH 2 BRAKE PADS ALREADY. *JB

Jan 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER HAS LOCKED UP AND IS NOT WORKING, I HAVE AN '05 FORD FREESTLYE SEL 2WD. IT HAS BURNT THROUGH 2 BRAKE PADS ALREADY. *JB

Jan 12, 2007 Electrical System

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS PURCHASED USED, UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY IN MAY OF 2006. SINCE THAT TIME IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP EIGHT TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. IT STARTED RIGHT AFTER THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED AND THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, WHEN TRYING TO RESTART THE VEHICLE ...

Jan 12, 2007 Electrical System

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WAS PURCHASED USED, UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY IN MAY OF 2006. SINCE THAT TIME IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP EIGHT TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. IT STARTED RIGHT AFTER THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED AND THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, WHEN TRYING TO RESTART THE VEHICLE ...

Jan 10, 2007 Power Train 25,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON DECEMBER 17, 2006, WHILE DRIVING AT 10 TO 15 MPH HE HEARD A WHIRLING SOUND. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF THE PROBLEM AND WAS ASKED TO GET THE CAR SERVICED. THE VEHICLE WAS STILL WITH THE DEALER BECAUSE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK UPDATED 1/29/2007 - AS...

Jan 10, 2007 Power Train 25,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON DECEMBER 17, 2006, WHILE DRIVING AT 10 TO 15 MPH HE HEARD A WHIRLING SOUND. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF THE PROBLEM AND WAS ASKED TO GET THE CAR SERVICED. THE VEHICLE WAS STILL WITH THE DEALER BECAUSE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK UPDATED 1/29/2007 - AS...

Jan 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,020 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TUNE UP AND WAS TOLD THAT MY REAR BRAKES (PADS AND ROTORS) NEED TO BE CHANGED (90% WORN). THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT MY FRONT BRAKES WERE ONLY 40% WORN. HOW COULD THIS BE? THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT LOOKS LIKE NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR! DON'T WE EXP...

Jan 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,020 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ... I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TUNE UP AND WAS TOLD THAT MY REAR BRAKES (PADS AND ROTORS) NEED TO BE CHANGED (90% WORN). THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT MY FRONT BRAKES WERE ONLY 40% WORN. HOW COULD THIS BE? THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT LOOKS LIKE NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR! DON'T WE EXP...

Jan 8, 2007 Suspension 13,000 mi

REAR END NOISE STARTED ABOUT 13000 MILES ( SOUNDING LIKE A PLANE ENGINE WHEN YOU HIT 40 MPH). DEALER SAID TIRES WERE WORN REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES PLUS ALIGNMENT-DEALER PAID FOR TWO. NOISE CONTINUED. DEALER THEN REPLACE BALL JOINTS AND REAR BRAKES AT 14000. NOISE IS GONE. *JB

Jan 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 13,000 mi

REAR END NOISE STARTED ABOUT 13000 MILES ( SOUNDING LIKE A PLANE ENGINE WHEN YOU HIT 40 MPH). DEALER SAID TIRES WERE WORN REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES PLUS ALIGNMENT-DEALER PAID FOR TWO. NOISE CONTINUED. DEALER THEN REPLACE BALL JOINTS AND REAR BRAKES AT 14000. NOISE IS GONE. *JB

Jan 8, 2007 Suspension 13,000 mi

REAR END NOISE STARTED ABOUT 13000 MILES ( SOUNDING LIKE A PLANE ENGINE WHEN YOU HIT 40 MPH). DEALER SAID TIRES WERE WORN REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES PLUS ALIGNMENT-DEALER PAID FOR TWO. NOISE CONTINUED. DEALER THEN REPLACE BALL JOINTS AND REAR BRAKES AT 14000. NOISE IS GONE. *JB

Jan 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 13,000 mi

REAR END NOISE STARTED ABOUT 13000 MILES ( SOUNDING LIKE A PLANE ENGINE WHEN YOU HIT 40 MPH). DEALER SAID TIRES WERE WORN REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES PLUS ALIGNMENT-DEALER PAID FOR TWO. NOISE CONTINUED. DEALER THEN REPLACE BALL JOINTS AND REAR BRAKES AT 14000. NOISE IS GONE. *JB

Jan 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,515 mi

REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT 31515 MILES. THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET REGARDING THIS ISSUE. *JB

Jan 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,515 mi

REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT 31515 MILES. THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET REGARDING THIS ISSUE. *JB

Jan 6, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I TOOK MY FORD FREESTYLE TO BE SERVICED AT 20K MILES. I WAS TOLD THAT MY REAR BRAKES WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE SERVICED DUE TO THE BAD BRAKES. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF REAR BRAKES GOING BAD AT 20K MILES HOWEVER THE SERVICE MANAGER AT FORD HAD INDICATED THAT T...

Jan 6, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I TOOK MY FORD FREESTYLE TO BE SERVICED AT 20K MILES. I WAS TOLD THAT MY REAR BRAKES WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE SERVICED DUE TO THE BAD BRAKES. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF REAR BRAKES GOING BAD AT 20K MILES HOWEVER THE SERVICE MANAGER AT FORD HAD INDICATED THAT T...

Jan 2, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE BRAKE PADS AND HAVE THE ROTORS TURNED ON MY 2005 FREESTYLE AT 18,000 MILES. *JB

Jan 2, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY, 2005. AT TIRE ROTATION, INSPECTION, THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE FOUND TO BE BADLY WORN AND IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AT AROUND 16,000 MILES.(DECEMBER 2006) THE DEALER SERVICE REP. SAID THAT IT WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. I AM A RETIRED TRUCK DRIVER, AN...

Jan 2, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE BRAKE PADS AND HAVE THE ROTORS TURNED ON MY 2005 FREESTYLE AT 18,000 MILES. *JB

Jan 2, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN JULY, 2005. AT TIRE ROTATION, INSPECTION, THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE FOUND TO BE BADLY WORN AND IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AT AROUND 16,000 MILES.(DECEMBER 2006) THE DEALER SERVICE REP. SAID THAT IT WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. I AM A RETIRED TRUCK DRIVER, AN...

Dec 28, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,554 mi

TOOK 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND COURTESY CHECK. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE FRONT TIRES HAD SIGNIFICANT INTERIOR WEAR, AND THAT THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE WAS RUBBING METAL TO METAL. VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24554 MILES ON IT. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, REAR BRAKES AND RIGHT ROTOR...

Dec 28, 2006 Tires 24,554 mi

TOOK 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND COURTESY CHECK. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE FRONT TIRES HAD SIGNIFICANT INTERIOR WEAR, AND THAT THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE WAS RUBBING METAL TO METAL. VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24554 MILES ON IT. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, REAR BRAKES AND RIGHT ROTOR...

Dec 28, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,554 mi

TOOK 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND COURTESY CHECK. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE FRONT TIRES HAD SIGNIFICANT INTERIOR WEAR, AND THAT THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE WAS RUBBING METAL TO METAL. VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24554 MILES ON IT. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, REAR BRAKES AND RIGHT ROTOR...

Dec 28, 2006 Tires 24,554 mi

TOOK 2005 FORD FREESTYLE IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND COURTESY CHECK. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE FRONT TIRES HAD SIGNIFICANT INTERIOR WEAR, AND THAT THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE WAS RUBBING METAL TO METAL. VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24554 MILES ON IT. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, REAR BRAKES AND RIGHT ROTOR...

Dec 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 15,000 MILES AND THEN AGAIN AT 32,000 WE HAD TO REPLACE REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS. FACTORY PAID FOR FIRST REPLACEMENT AT 15,000. *JB

Dec 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES REPLACED AT 15,000 MILES AND THEN AGAIN AT 32,000 WE HAD TO REPLACE REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS. FACTORY PAID FOR FIRST REPLACEMENT AT 15,000. *JB

Dec 25, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,299 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT 22,299 MILES HAD TO HAVE REAR BRAKES PLACE ON MY CAR. NOW AT 36,450 12-26-2006 HAVE THE SAME REAR BRAKES REPLACE AND HEAD FOR A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT AGAINST FORD & FORD DEALER SHIP IF THEY DON'T DO SOMETHING TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM AT THERE COST. A CAR DOES NOT WEAR ...

Dec 25, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,299 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE AT 22,299 MILES HAD TO HAVE REAR BRAKES PLACE ON MY CAR. NOW AT 36,450 12-26-2006 HAVE THE SAME REAR BRAKES REPLACE AND HEAD FOR A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT AGAINST FORD & FORD DEALER SHIP IF THEY DON'T DO SOMETHING TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM AT THERE COST. A CAR DOES NOT WEAR ...

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,800 mi

REAR BRAKES ON RIGHT SIDE FAILED AT 7,800 MILES. WE HAD A NEAR ACCIDENT DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE BRAKE ASSISTANCE. DISK AND PADS WERE DAMAGED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WARRANTY WAS OVERDUE (12 MO.) AND WE HAD TO PAID FOR REPAIRS ON THIRD PARTY SHOP. *JB

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,800 mi

REAR BRAKES ON RIGHT SIDE FAILED AT 7,800 MILES. WE HAD A NEAR ACCIDENT DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE BRAKE ASSISTANCE. DISK AND PADS WERE DAMAGED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WARRANTY WAS OVERDUE (12 MO.) AND WE HAD TO PAID FOR REPAIRS ON THIRD PARTY SHOP. *JB

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE WITH 28,000 MILES WAS BROUGHT IN FOR A RECALL AND OIL CHANGE. WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, THOUGH THE ROTORS WERE OKAY. THE FRONT BRAKES HAD GREATER THAN 50% OF THE PAD MATERIAL LEFT. THE REPRESENTATIVE WENT THROUGH A FEW UNSATISFACTORY EXPLANATI...

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,800 mi

REAR BRAKES ON RIGHT SIDE FAILED AT 7,800 MILES. WE HAD A NEAR ACCIDENT DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE BRAKE ASSISTANCE. DISK AND PADS WERE DAMAGED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WARRANTY WAS OVERDUE (12 MO.) AND WE HAD TO PAID FOR REPAIRS ON THIRD PARTY SHOP. *JB

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 7,800 mi

REAR BRAKES ON RIGHT SIDE FAILED AT 7,800 MILES. WE HAD A NEAR ACCIDENT DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE BRAKE ASSISTANCE. DISK AND PADS WERE DAMAGED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WARRANTY WAS OVERDUE (12 MO.) AND WE HAD TO PAID FOR REPAIRS ON THIRD PARTY SHOP. *JB

Dec 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

2005 FREESTYLE WITH 28,000 MILES WAS BROUGHT IN FOR A RECALL AND OIL CHANGE. WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE REAR BRAKE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, THOUGH THE ROTORS WERE OKAY. THE FRONT BRAKES HAD GREATER THAN 50% OF THE PAD MATERIAL LEFT. THE REPRESENTATIVE WENT THROUGH A FEW UNSATISFACTORY EXPLANATI...

Dec 6, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages

RE. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000 : I HAD MY LOCAL DEALER PERFORM THE SERVICE OUTLINED IN THE RECALL IN LATE NOVEMBER. SINCE THEN, ON TWO OCCASIONS THE DRIVERS DOOR HAS FAILED TO LATCH WITHOUT REPEATED HARD SLAMMING. I DON'T THINK WHAT THEY DID HAS FIXED THE PROBLEM. *JB

Dec 6, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages

RE. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 06V383000 : I HAD MY LOCAL DEALER PERFORM THE SERVICE OUTLINED IN THE RECALL IN LATE NOVEMBER. SINCE THEN, ON TWO OCCASIONS THE DRIVERS DOOR HAS FAILED TO LATCH WITHOUT REPEATED HARD SLAMMING. I DON'T THINK WHAT THEY DID HAS FIXED THE PROBLEM. *JB

Dec 5, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26,000 mi

AT ABOUT 26,000 MILES BEGAN HEARING METAL SOUNDS FROM REAR BRAKES WHEN STOPPING THE CAR. BROUGHT THE CAR INTO A DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT ROTORS AND PADS WERE SHOT, AND THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. AFTER SEVERAL INTERNET SEARCHES, I BELIEVE THIS IS A DEFECT IN MANUFACTURE DESIGN. *JB

Dec 5, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26,000 mi

AT ABOUT 26,000 MILES BEGAN HEARING METAL SOUNDS FROM REAR BRAKES WHEN STOPPING THE CAR. BROUGHT THE CAR INTO A DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT ROTORS AND PADS WERE SHOT, AND THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. AFTER SEVERAL INTERNET SEARCHES, I BELIEVE THIS IS A DEFECT IN MANUFACTURE DESIGN. *JB

Nov 20, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE PAPERS THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE STARTER. THE CONSUMER ALSO EXPERIENCED HES...

Nov 20, 2006 Electrical System 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE PAPERS THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE STARTER. THE CONSUMER ALSO EXPERIENCED HES...

Nov 20, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE PAPERS THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE STARTER. THE CONSUMER ALSO EXPERIENCED HES...

Nov 20, 2006 Electrical System 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE PAPERS THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE STARTER. THE CONSUMER ALSO EXPERIENCED HES...

Nov 18, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,529 mi

NOTICED REAR BRAKE NOISE ON RIGHT REAR. AT 17,529 MILES, FORD DEALER CHECKED AND CLAIMED REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS NEED REPLACING AT COST OF APPROX. $400. DEALER CLAIMS NO WARRANTED ITEMS RELATING TO REAR BRAKES ARE COVERED. HAVE BEEN DRIVING NEW FORD VEHICLES SINCE 1980 AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENC...

Nov 18, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,529 mi

NOTICED REAR BRAKE NOISE ON RIGHT REAR. AT 17,529 MILES, FORD DEALER CHECKED AND CLAIMED REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS NEED REPLACING AT COST OF APPROX. $400. DEALER CLAIMS NO WARRANTED ITEMS RELATING TO REAR BRAKES ARE COVERED. HAVE BEEN DRIVING NEW FORD VEHICLES SINCE 1980 AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENC...

Nov 14, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,500 mi

I TOOK MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH LESS THAN 15000 MILES IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS ADVISED THE REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE COMPLETELY WORN AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT AT A COST OF OVER $300.00 AND THE PROBLEM WAS NOT IN WARRANTY. I DECIDED TO HAVE THE WORK DON...

Nov 14, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,500 mi

I TOOK MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE WITH LESS THAN 15000 MILES IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS ADVISED THE REAR BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE COMPLETELY WORN AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT AT A COST OF OVER $300.00 AND THE PROBLEM WAS NOT IN WARRANTY. I DECIDED TO HAVE THE WORK DON...

Nov 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

PREMATURE REAR BRAKE WEAR ON 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE BRAKES WORE OUT BY 20000 MILES, WHILE THE FRONT BRAKE ARE STILL IN GOOD CONDITION. PROBLEM WAS FOUND DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. *NM

Nov 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

PREMATURE REAR BRAKE WEAR ON 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE BRAKES WORE OUT BY 20000 MILES, WHILE THE FRONT BRAKE ARE STILL IN GOOD CONDITION. PROBLEM WAS FOUND DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. *NM

Oct 19, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL TURNED OFF WHEN I TURNED A CORNER. I WAS TURNING A CORNER FROM ONE ROAD TO ANOTHER AND MY FREESTYLE SHUT OFF AND ALL OF THE GAUGE AND WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. I PULLED OVER, SHUT IT OFF AND TURNED IT ON AGAIN WITH NO PROBLEM. *NM

Oct 19, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL TURNED OFF WHEN I TURNED A CORNER. I WAS TURNING A CORNER FROM ONE ROAD TO ANOTHER AND MY FREESTYLE SHUT OFF AND ALL OF THE GAUGE AND WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. I PULLED OVER, SHUT IT OFF AND TURNED IT ON AGAIN WITH NO PROBLEM. *NM

Oct 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,000 mi

NOISE FROM REAR REPORTED TO DEALER AT 19,000 MILES. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WERE WORE TO THE METAL AND THAT BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED REPLACED. DEALER STATED THAT CAR MUST HAVE BEEN DRIVEN WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE ON FOR THIS TO HAPPEN, WHICH IT WAS NOT. TOOK TO ANOTHER DEALER FOR SECOND OPINION, WA...

Oct 12, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 19,000 mi

NOISE FROM REAR REPORTED TO DEALER AT 19,000 MILES. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKES WERE WORE TO THE METAL AND THAT BRAKES AND ROTORS NEEDED REPLACED. DEALER STATED THAT CAR MUST HAVE BEEN DRIVEN WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE ON FOR THIS TO HAPPEN, WHICH IT WAS NOT. TOOK TO ANOTHER DEALER FOR SECOND OPINION, WA...

Oct 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 7,500 mi

SIDE DOOR LOCKS AND FREEZE DURING THE WINTER. DOOR HAS OPENED WHILE DRIVING. *JB

Oct 11, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,410 mi

A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION AT 16,410 MILES REVEALED THAT THE REAR BRAKES OF THE VEHICLE WERE SEVERELY WORN. THE REPAIR TECHNICIAN STATED THE BRAKE PADS WERE DANGEROUSLY THIN. SUBSEQUENTLY, REPAIR OF THE BRAKES BY THE DEALER OF PURCHASE ENTAILED NEW PADS AND RESURFACING OF THE ROTORS. ...

Oct 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 7,500 mi

SIDE DOOR LOCKS AND FREEZE DURING THE WINTER. DOOR HAS OPENED WHILE DRIVING. *JB

Oct 11, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,410 mi

A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION AT 16,410 MILES REVEALED THAT THE REAR BRAKES OF THE VEHICLE WERE SEVERELY WORN. THE REPAIR TECHNICIAN STATED THE BRAKE PADS WERE DANGEROUSLY THIN. SUBSEQUENTLY, REPAIR OF THE BRAKES BY THE DEALER OF PURCHASE ENTAILED NEW PADS AND RESURFACING OF THE ROTORS. ...

Sep 28, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,500 mi

REAR BRAKES FAILED AT 31,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP SAID THE BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE DOWN TO THE METAL AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES WERE FINE. WAS TOLD THAT THEY CHECKED THE CALIPERS TO SEE IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM AND WOULD POSSIBLY BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THEY WERE NOT. AFTER CHECKING TO...

Sep 28, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,500 mi

REAR BRAKES FAILED AT 31,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP SAID THE BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE DOWN TO THE METAL AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES WERE FINE. WAS TOLD THAT THEY CHECKED THE CALIPERS TO SEE IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM AND WOULD POSSIBLY BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THEY WERE NOT. AFTER CHECKING TO...

Aug 17, 2006 Electrical System 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Aug 17, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Aug 17, 2006 Power Train 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Aug 17, 2006 Electrical System 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Aug 17, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Aug 17, 2006 Power Train 38,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON DRY ROADS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES RAISED UP TO THE HIGHEST READINGS, THEN DROPPED DOWN TO THE LOWEST AND SUBSEQUENTLY DID NOT FUNCTION. ALSO, WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ...

Jul 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

PURCHASED BRAND NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . WITHIN THE FIRST FEW DAYS REAR BRAKES WERE HEARD DRAGGING AND BRAKE DUST WAS ALL OVER REAR WHEEL. RETURNED TO DEALER WHO SPRAYED THE BRAKES WITH BRAKE CLEANER AND SAID "NO PROBLEM FOUND." DROVE CAR FOR 20K MILES AS IS, RETURNED IT TO DEALER WITH BRAKE COMPLA...

Jul 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

PURCHASED BRAND NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . WITHIN THE FIRST FEW DAYS REAR BRAKES WERE HEARD DRAGGING AND BRAKE DUST WAS ALL OVER REAR WHEEL. RETURNED TO DEALER WHO SPRAYED THE BRAKES WITH BRAKE CLEANER AND SAID "NO PROBLEM FOUND." DROVE CAR FOR 20K MILES AS IS, RETURNED IT TO DEALER WITH BRAKE COMPLA...

Jul 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

PURCHASED BRAND NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . WITHIN THE FIRST FEW DAYS REAR BRAKES WERE HEARD DRAGGING AND BRAKE DUST WAS ALL OVER REAR WHEEL. RETURNED TO DEALER WHO SPRAYED THE BRAKES WITH BRAKE CLEANER AND SAID "NO PROBLEM FOUND." DROVE CAR FOR 20K MILES AS IS, RETURNED IT TO DEALER WITH BRAKE COMPLA...

Jul 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

PURCHASED BRAND NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE . WITHIN THE FIRST FEW DAYS REAR BRAKES WERE HEARD DRAGGING AND BRAKE DUST WAS ALL OVER REAR WHEEL. RETURNED TO DEALER WHO SPRAYED THE BRAKES WITH BRAKE CLEANER AND SAID "NO PROBLEM FOUND." DROVE CAR FOR 20K MILES AS IS, RETURNED IT TO DEALER WITH BRAKE COMPLA...

Jul 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A NOISE WAS HEARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL COUPLED WITH ROUGH STOPS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ROTORS AND PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 08/04/06. UPDATED. *TT

Jul 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A NOISE WAS HEARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL COUPLED WITH ROUGH STOPS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ROTORS AND PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 08/04/06. UPDATED. *TT

Jul 21, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A RECALL LETTER WAS RECEIVED IN DECEMBER 2005. THE NHTSA RECALL, #05V515000 WAS REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: MOUNTING. THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE NOT AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXPERIENCING PR...

Jul 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A NOISE WAS HEARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL COUPLED WITH ROUGH STOPS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ROTORS AND PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 08/04/06. UPDATED. *TT

Jul 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A NOISE WAS HEARD WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL COUPLED WITH ROUGH STOPS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ROTORS AND PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 08/04/06. UPDATED. *TT

Jul 21, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A RECALL LETTER WAS RECEIVED IN DECEMBER 2005. THE NHTSA RECALL, #05V515000 WAS REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: MOUNTING. THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE NOT AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXPERIENCING PR...

Jul 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,200 mi

REAR BRAKE PADS FAILED AFTER 21264 MILES FRONT PADS WERE FINE FORD DEALERSHIP AND CUSTOMER SERVICE STATED WHILE THEY DO NOT KNOW WHY THIS HAPPENED BUT WOULD REPAIR THE BRAKES. THEY STATED THEY HAD NOT SEEN IT BEFORE AND COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. THIS AFTERNOON A VISITOR WITH A FREESTYLE STATED THAT...

Jul 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,200 mi

REAR BRAKE PADS FAILED AFTER 21264 MILES FRONT PADS WERE FINE FORD DEALERSHIP AND CUSTOMER SERVICE STATED WHILE THEY DO NOT KNOW WHY THIS HAPPENED BUT WOULD REPAIR THE BRAKES. THEY STATED THEY HAD NOT SEEN IT BEFORE AND COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. THIS AFTERNOON A VISITOR WITH A FREESTYLE STATED THAT...

Jul 3, 2006 Structure

REFLECTION ON WINDSHIELD MAKES VISIBILITY VERY DIFFICULT. THIS CAUSES DRIVING BLIND FOR SHORT INSTANCES AND MAKES MANEUVERING/PARKING IN TIGHT SPOTS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. *NM

Jul 3, 2006 Visibility

REFLECTION ON WINDSHIELD MAKES VISIBILITY VERY DIFFICULT. THIS CAUSES DRIVING BLIND FOR SHORT INSTANCES AND MAKES MANEUVERING/PARKING IN TIGHT SPOTS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. *NM

Jul 3, 2006 Structure

REFLECTION ON WINDSHIELD MAKES VISIBILITY VERY DIFFICULT. THIS CAUSES DRIVING BLIND FOR SHORT INSTANCES AND MAKES MANEUVERING/PARKING IN TIGHT SPOTS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. *NM

Jul 3, 2006 Visibility

REFLECTION ON WINDSHIELD MAKES VISIBILITY VERY DIFFICULT. THIS CAUSES DRIVING BLIND FOR SHORT INSTANCES AND MAKES MANEUVERING/PARKING IN TIGHT SPOTS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. *NM

May 29, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,000 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE ON MAY 5, 2005. SIX MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING IT I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE FIRST WAS THE STRUT BEARING AT 5,000 MILES. THEN ANOTHER STRUT BEARING A MONTH OR SO LATER. DURING THIS TIME I NOTICED HEAVY BRAKE DUST ON BACK WHEELS. EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE...

May 29, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,000 mi

I PURCHASED A FORD FREESTYLE ON MAY 5, 2005. SIX MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING IT I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE FIRST WAS THE STRUT BEARING AT 5,000 MILES. THEN ANOTHER STRUT BEARING A MONTH OR SO LATER. DURING THIS TIME I NOTICED HEAVY BRAKE DUST ON BACK WHEELS. EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE...

Apr 18, 2006 Power Train 7,900 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION HAS A DEFECT IN THAT IT WILL SPORADICALLY AND RANDOMLY DRAMATICALLY CHANGE GEAR RATIOS RESULTING IN A VERY NOTICEABLE INCREASE IN RPM. THE CONSEQUENCE OF THIS IS THAT THE ENGINE UNDERGOES MODERATE TO SEVERE ENGINE BRAKING SIGNIFICANTLY SLOW...

Apr 18, 2006 Power Train 7,900 mi

2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION HAS A DEFECT IN THAT IT WILL SPORADICALLY AND RANDOMLY DRAMATICALLY CHANGE GEAR RATIOS RESULTING IN A VERY NOTICEABLE INCREASE IN RPM. THE CONSEQUENCE OF THIS IS THAT THE ENGINE UNDERGOES MODERATE TO SEVERE ENGINE BRAKING SIGNIFICANTLY SLOW...

Apr 5, 2006 Power Train 5,000 mi

HI: THE CVT TRANSMISSION SURGES AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 MILES THIS IS ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IT CONTINUES TO DO THIS AND HAS BEING BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE FORD DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM AND AS OF YET THEY HAVE NOT TAKEN CARE OF THIS ISSUE. *JB

Apr 5, 2006 Power Train 5,000 mi

HI: THE CVT TRANSMISSION SURGES AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 MILES THIS IS ON OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE SEL. IT CONTINUES TO DO THIS AND HAS BEING BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE FORD DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM AND AS OF YET THEY HAVE NOT TAKEN CARE OF THIS ISSUE. *JB

Mar 28, 2006 Electrical System 6,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NO PARTICULAR SPEED, THE AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES FELL TO ZERO. THIS LASTED FOR A FEW SECONDS, BUT OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. UPDATED 10/06/06.*JB

Mar 28, 2006 Air Bags 6,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NO PARTICULAR SPEED, THE AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES FELL TO ZERO. THIS LASTED FOR A FEW SECONDS, BUT OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. UPDATED 10/06/06.*JB

Mar 28, 2006 Electrical System 6,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NO PARTICULAR SPEED, THE AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES FELL TO ZERO. THIS LASTED FOR A FEW SECONDS, BUT OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. UPDATED 10/06/06.*JB

Mar 28, 2006 Air Bags 6,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NO PARTICULAR SPEED, THE AIR BAG LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES FELL TO ZERO. THIS LASTED FOR A FEW SECONDS, BUT OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. UPDATED 10/06/06.*JB

Mar 2, 2006 Tires

2005 FREESTYLE DOES NOT PERFORM WELL IN WINTER CONDITIONS. THERE IS MINIMAL TRACTION WHEN DRIVING IN WINTER CONDITIONS. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SLIDES AND BECOMES STUCK IN SNOW EASILY. THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THERE WERE NO SNOW TIRES DESIGNED FOR THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS THEN INFOR...

Mar 2, 2006 Tires

2005 FREESTYLE DOES NOT PERFORM WELL IN WINTER CONDITIONS. THERE IS MINIMAL TRACTION WHEN DRIVING IN WINTER CONDITIONS. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SLIDES AND BECOMES STUCK IN SNOW EASILY. THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THERE WERE NO SNOW TIRES DESIGNED FOR THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS THEN INFOR...

Feb 22, 2006 Unknown Or Other Crash

2005 FORD FREESTYLE: DANGEROUS IN MILD WINTER WEATHER AND CONDITIONS. VEHICLE DOES NOT PERFORM IN WINTER WEATHER. VEHICLE SLIDES, SLIPS, GRINDING OF BRAKES AND BUCKING OF VEHICLE, VIBRATING OF STEERING WHEEL, ALL IN LESS THAN 3 INCHES OF SNOW. NO SNOW TIRES MADE FOR THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE ACCOR...

Feb 22, 2006 Tires Crash

2005 FORD FREESTYLE: DANGEROUS IN MILD WINTER WEATHER AND CONDITIONS. VEHICLE DOES NOT PERFORM IN WINTER WEATHER. VEHICLE SLIDES, SLIPS, GRINDING OF BRAKES AND BUCKING OF VEHICLE, VIBRATING OF STEERING WHEEL, ALL IN LESS THAN 3 INCHES OF SNOW. NO SNOW TIRES MADE FOR THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE ACCOR...

Feb 22, 2006 Unknown Or Other Crash

2005 FORD FREESTYLE: DANGEROUS IN MILD WINTER WEATHER AND CONDITIONS. VEHICLE DOES NOT PERFORM IN WINTER WEATHER. VEHICLE SLIDES, SLIPS, GRINDING OF BRAKES AND BUCKING OF VEHICLE, VIBRATING OF STEERING WHEEL, ALL IN LESS THAN 3 INCHES OF SNOW. NO SNOW TIRES MADE FOR THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE ACCOR...

Feb 22, 2006 Tires Crash

2005 FORD FREESTYLE: DANGEROUS IN MILD WINTER WEATHER AND CONDITIONS. VEHICLE DOES NOT PERFORM IN WINTER WEATHER. VEHICLE SLIDES, SLIPS, GRINDING OF BRAKES AND BUCKING OF VEHICLE, VIBRATING OF STEERING WHEEL, ALL IN LESS THAN 3 INCHES OF SNOW. NO SNOW TIRES MADE FOR THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE ACCOR...

Jan 31, 2006 Electrical System 150 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS MODIFIED TO ALLOW THE DRIVER TO BE SEATED IN A WHEEL CHAIR. SHORTLY AFTER THE MODIFICATION A PROBLEM BEGAN WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DOOR TO LOWER THE RAMP. THE DOOR DOES NOT OPEN AUTOMATICALLY TO ENGAGE THE RAMP FOR EXIT OR ENTRY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN...

Jan 31, 2006 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 150 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS MODIFIED TO ALLOW THE DRIVER TO BE SEATED IN A WHEEL CHAIR. SHORTLY AFTER THE MODIFICATION A PROBLEM BEGAN WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DOOR TO LOWER THE RAMP. THE DOOR DOES NOT OPEN AUTOMATICALLY TO ENGAGE THE RAMP FOR EXIT OR ENTRY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN...

Jan 31, 2006 Electrical System 150 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS MODIFIED TO ALLOW THE DRIVER TO BE SEATED IN A WHEEL CHAIR. SHORTLY AFTER THE MODIFICATION A PROBLEM BEGAN WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DOOR TO LOWER THE RAMP. THE DOOR DOES NOT OPEN AUTOMATICALLY TO ENGAGE THE RAMP FOR EXIT OR ENTRY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN...

Jan 31, 2006 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 150 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS MODIFIED TO ALLOW THE DRIVER TO BE SEATED IN A WHEEL CHAIR. SHORTLY AFTER THE MODIFICATION A PROBLEM BEGAN WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DOOR TO LOWER THE RAMP. THE DOOR DOES NOT OPEN AUTOMATICALLY TO ENGAGE THE RAMP FOR EXIT OR ENTRY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN...

Jan 22, 2006 Power Train 12,098 mi

TRANS WOULD FUNCTION NORMALLY AND THEN WHEN YOU PUT IT IN PARK IT STARTS BACKING UP! THEN WHEN YOU ATTEMPT TO PLACE THE CAR IN DRIVE IT REVS LIKE IT'S IN NEUTRAL. YOU HAVE TO SHIFT IT INTO LOW TO GET IT INTO DRIVE. THIS ALSO CAUSES IT TO COME OUT OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING. *NM

Jan 22, 2006 Power Train 12,098 mi

TRANS WOULD FUNCTION NORMALLY AND THEN WHEN YOU PUT IT IN PARK IT STARTS BACKING UP! THEN WHEN YOU ATTEMPT TO PLACE THE CAR IN DRIVE IT REVS LIKE IT'S IN NEUTRAL. YOU HAVE TO SHIFT IT INTO LOW TO GET IT INTO DRIVE. THIS ALSO CAUSES IT TO COME OUT OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING. *NM

Jan 17, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 16,908 mi

DT*: THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE OPERATED AT A REDUCED SPEED WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE. ALTHOUGH THE PROBLEM WAS WORSE IN COLD TEMPERATURES, IT WOULD OCCUR IN ANY CLIMATE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATORS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. IN SOME INSTANCES, THE VEHICLE LOUDLY BACK FIRED. THE VEHICL...

Jan 17, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 16,908 mi

DT*: THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE OPERATED AT A REDUCED SPEED WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE. ALTHOUGH THE PROBLEM WAS WORSE IN COLD TEMPERATURES, IT WOULD OCCUR IN ANY CLIMATE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATORS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. IN SOME INSTANCES, THE VEHICLE LOUDLY BACK FIRED. THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

VIOLENT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE PULSATION DURING HARD BRAKING ON SLIPPERY ROADS. VEHICLE CANNOT BE STOPPED IN A REASONABLE DISTANCE. *JB

Jan 2, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

VIOLENT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE PULSATION DURING HARD BRAKING ON SLIPPERY ROADS. VEHICLE CANNOT BE STOPPED IN A REASONABLE DISTANCE. *JB

Dec 27, 2005 Power Train 100 mi

1. I LEASED A 05 FORD FREESTYLE AND IN JUST 3 DAYS THE PCM WAS BROKEN. IN JUST 100 MILES. I WAS STILL ABLE TO DRIVE HOME THAT NIGHT. 2. THE NEXT DAY I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND TOLD THEM THAT THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS TURNING ON AND THE VEHICLES TURNS ON AND OFF, SO MAYBE THEY CAN TOW THE CA...

Dec 27, 2005 Power Train 100 mi

1. I LEASED A 05 FORD FREESTYLE AND IN JUST 3 DAYS THE PCM WAS BROKEN. IN JUST 100 MILES. I WAS STILL ABLE TO DRIVE HOME THAT NIGHT. 2. THE NEXT DAY I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND TOLD THEM THAT THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS TURNING ON AND THE VEHICLES TURNS ON AND OFF, SO MAYBE THEY CAN TOW THE CA...

Dec 9, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 8,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THERE IS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 05V515000 CONCERNING THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP. SHE SPOKE TO THE MANUFACTURER, WHO CONFIRMED THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK

Dec 9, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 8,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THERE IS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 05V515000 CONCERNING THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP. SHE SPOKE TO THE MANUFACTURER, WHO CONFIRMED THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK

Dec 6, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DEPRESSED, BRAKE PEDAL WILL DESCEND BELOW THE LEVEL OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THIS ALLOWS THE FOOT TO CONTACT THE ACCELERATOR (GAS) PEDAL BEFORE THE CAR IS STOPPED. DEALER TECHNICIAN HAS INFORMED ME THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY ACTUALLY CONTACT THE FLOOR IN A HARD STOP. WHEN ASKED FOR A SOLUTION...

Dec 6, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DEPRESSED, BRAKE PEDAL WILL DESCEND BELOW THE LEVEL OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THIS ALLOWS THE FOOT TO CONTACT THE ACCELERATOR (GAS) PEDAL BEFORE THE CAR IS STOPPED. DEALER TECHNICIAN HAS INFORMED ME THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY ACTUALLY CONTACT THE FLOOR IN A HARD STOP. WHEN ASKED FOR A SOLUTION...

Nov 25, 2005 Structure 200 mi

MANY NOISES ON CAR , MANY TIMES ON SERVICE , REAR NOISE NEVER REPAIRED AND SERVICE TECH SAID " THE FORD DOESN'T HAVE A FIX AT THIS TIME". *JB

Nov 25, 2005 Structure 200 mi

MANY NOISES ON CAR , MANY TIMES ON SERVICE , REAR NOISE NEVER REPAIRED AND SERVICE TECH SAID " THE FORD DOESN'T HAVE A FIX AT THIS TIME". *JB

Nov 22, 2005 Back Over Prevention 4,000 mi

THE REAR OBSTACLE SENSOR INCLUDED IN THIS '05 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SLOW RESPONSE TIME BEFORE IT SOUNDS THE WARNING TONES, AND CAN ALLOW THE DRIVER TO HIT AN OBSTACLE IN BACK OF THE VEHICLE. IN THIS CASE, THE VEHICLE HIT A CAR BEHIND IT WHILE BACKING, AND THE ALAM DID NOT SOUND UNTIL THE CONTACT HA...

Nov 22, 2005 Back Over Prevention 4,000 mi

THE REAR OBSTACLE SENSOR INCLUDED IN THIS '05 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A SLOW RESPONSE TIME BEFORE IT SOUNDS THE WARNING TONES, AND CAN ALLOW THE DRIVER TO HIT AN OBSTACLE IN BACK OF THE VEHICLE. IN THIS CASE, THE VEHICLE HIT A CAR BEHIND IT WHILE BACKING, AND THE ALAM DID NOT SOUND UNTIL THE CONTACT HA...

Nov 1, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS WHEN IT HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE JUST DIES FOR NO REASON AND WITHOUT WARNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I AM AFRAID I OR MY SON COULD BE TRYING TO PASS ANOTHER AUTO AND THIS ONE DIE AGAI...

Nov 1, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS WHEN IT HAPPENS. THE VEHICLE JUST DIES FOR NO REASON AND WITHOUT WARNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I AM AFRAID I OR MY SON COULD BE TRYING TO PASS ANOTHER AUTO AND THIS ONE DIE AGAI...

Oct 27, 2005 Electrical System

WHEN VEHICLE IS UNOCCUPIED AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMPS BLINK ON AND OFF, THE HEADLAMPS ILLUMINATE FOR MILLISECONDS AND THEN SHUT OFF. ALL POWER IS OFF IN THE VEHICLE AND NO KEY OR PERSON IS IN THE CAR. THIS HAPPENS ABOUT 10 TIMES A MINUTE. THE BATTERY IN THE MORNING IS WEAK. *JB

Oct 27, 2005 Electrical System

WHEN VEHICLE IS UNOCCUPIED AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMPS BLINK ON AND OFF, THE HEADLAMPS ILLUMINATE FOR MILLISECONDS AND THEN SHUT OFF. ALL POWER IS OFF IN THE VEHICLE AND NO KEY OR PERSON IS IN THE CAR. THIS HAPPENS ABOUT 10 TIMES A MINUTE. THE BATTERY IN THE MORNING IS WEAK. *JB

Oct 18, 2005 Structure 2,995 mi

OPENED REAR DOOR WINDOW AND WIND NOISE AND VIBRATING SOUND SEEMED AS IF IT WAS GOING TO BURST OUR EAR DRUMS,NOISE WAS UNBEARABLE. *NM

Oct 18, 2005 Structure 2,995 mi

OPENED REAR DOOR WINDOW AND WIND NOISE AND VIBRATING SOUND SEEMED AS IF IT WAS GOING TO BURST OUR EAR DRUMS,NOISE WAS UNBEARABLE. *NM

Oct 14, 2005 Electrical System 2,850 mi

WHEN LOWERING REAR DOOR WINDOWS ABOVE 30 MILES PER HOUR WIND NOISE IS UNBEARABLE IT HURTS ALL THE PASSENGERS EARS TO THE POINT YOU THINK IT IS GOING TO BURST YOUR EAR DRUM PLUS YOU CAN'T HEAR UNLESS PASSENGER YELLS AT YOU PAIN IN EARS IS SOME SEVERE. ON STEERING WHEEL THEIR IS TWO PLACES TO BLOW HOR...

Oct 14, 2005 Electrical System 2,850 mi

WHEN LOWERING REAR DOOR WINDOWS ABOVE 30 MILES PER HOUR WIND NOISE IS UNBEARABLE IT HURTS ALL THE PASSENGERS EARS TO THE POINT YOU THINK IT IS GOING TO BURST YOUR EAR DRUM PLUS YOU CAN'T HEAR UNLESS PASSENGER YELLS AT YOU PAIN IN EARS IS SOME SEVERE. ON STEERING WHEEL THEIR IS TWO PLACES TO BLOW HOR...

Sep 19, 2005 Electrical System 500 mi

DT: 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THIS USUALLY HAPPENED WHEN DRIVING UP HILL. ALSO, IT HAPPENED WHILE TRYING TO TAKE OFF FROM A RED LIGHT. AFTER LEAVING THE RED LIGHT IT HAPPENED THREE MORE TIMES IN A SPAN OF TWO MILES. THIS HAPPENED SEVEN TIMES TO CONSUMER, AN...

Sep 19, 2005 Electrical System 500 mi

DT: 2005 FORD FREESTYLE - THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THIS USUALLY HAPPENED WHEN DRIVING UP HILL. ALSO, IT HAPPENED WHILE TRYING TO TAKE OFF FROM A RED LIGHT. AFTER LEAVING THE RED LIGHT IT HAPPENED THREE MORE TIMES IN A SPAN OF TWO MILES. THIS HAPPENED SEVEN TIMES TO CONSUMER, AN...

Sep 6, 2005 Back Over Prevention

DT: CONTACT STATED THE BEIGE COLOR OF THE DASHBOARD CAUSED A REFLECTION IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE DEALER STATED THEY COULD NOT REDESIGN. THE CAR, AND THAT THE CONSUMER NEEDED TO GET USED TO THE REFLECTION. *AK THE REVERSE SENSOR WAS NOT ...

Sep 6, 2005 Structure

DT: CONTACT STATED THE BEIGE COLOR OF THE DASHBOARD CAUSED A REFLECTION IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE DEALER STATED THEY COULD NOT REDESIGN. THE CAR, AND THAT THE CONSUMER NEEDED TO GET USED TO THE REFLECTION. *AK THE REVERSE SENSOR WAS NOT ...

Sep 6, 2005 Structure

WINDSHIELD GLARE UNSAFE. E.G. ROUNDING CORNER INTO SUNLIGHT CAUSES DASH REFLECTION ONTO WINDSHIELD & UNABLE TO SEE OBJECTS OR VEHICLES IN FRONT. USE OF POLARIZED SUNGLASSES HELPS...BUT CAN'T WEAR THEM ALL THE TIME. DIFFICULT TO JUDGE DISTANCE, SEE OTHER VEHICLES.*JB

Sep 6, 2005 Visibility

WINDSHIELD GLARE UNSAFE. E.G. ROUNDING CORNER INTO SUNLIGHT CAUSES DASH REFLECTION ONTO WINDSHIELD & UNABLE TO SEE OBJECTS OR VEHICLES IN FRONT. USE OF POLARIZED SUNGLASSES HELPS...BUT CAN'T WEAR THEM ALL THE TIME. DIFFICULT TO JUDGE DISTANCE, SEE OTHER VEHICLES.*JB

Sep 6, 2005 Back Over Prevention

DT: CONTACT STATED THE BEIGE COLOR OF THE DASHBOARD CAUSED A REFLECTION IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE DEALER STATED THEY COULD NOT REDESIGN. THE CAR, AND THAT THE CONSUMER NEEDED TO GET USED TO THE REFLECTION. *AK THE REVERSE SENSOR WAS NOT ...

Sep 6, 2005 Structure

DT: CONTACT STATED THE BEIGE COLOR OF THE DASHBOARD CAUSED A REFLECTION IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE DEALER STATED THEY COULD NOT REDESIGN. THE CAR, AND THAT THE CONSUMER NEEDED TO GET USED TO THE REFLECTION. *AK THE REVERSE SENSOR WAS NOT ...

Sep 6, 2005 Structure

WINDSHIELD GLARE UNSAFE. E.G. ROUNDING CORNER INTO SUNLIGHT CAUSES DASH REFLECTION ONTO WINDSHIELD & UNABLE TO SEE OBJECTS OR VEHICLES IN FRONT. USE OF POLARIZED SUNGLASSES HELPS...BUT CAN'T WEAR THEM ALL THE TIME. DIFFICULT TO JUDGE DISTANCE, SEE OTHER VEHICLES.*JB

Sep 6, 2005 Visibility

WINDSHIELD GLARE UNSAFE. E.G. ROUNDING CORNER INTO SUNLIGHT CAUSES DASH REFLECTION ONTO WINDSHIELD & UNABLE TO SEE OBJECTS OR VEHICLES IN FRONT. USE OF POLARIZED SUNGLASSES HELPS...BUT CAN'T WEAR THEM ALL THE TIME. DIFFICULT TO JUDGE DISTANCE, SEE OTHER VEHICLES.*JB

Aug 11, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

AFTER PURCHASING A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE I NOTICED THAT THE REAR DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE AFTER THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. I WAS TOLD BY FORD DEALER THAT IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IN ORDER TO OPEN THE REAR DOORS, YOU HAVE TO HIT THE ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCK SWITCH FROM THE DRIVER OR P...

Aug 11, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

AFTER PURCHASING A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE I NOTICED THAT THE REAR DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE AFTER THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. I WAS TOLD BY FORD DEALER THAT IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IN ORDER TO OPEN THE REAR DOORS, YOU HAVE TO HIT THE ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCK SWITCH FROM THE DRIVER OR P...

Aug 2, 2005 Fuel System, Other

FOR A FEW DAYS, OUR FAMILY HAD BEEN VACATIONING IN THE MOUNTAINS OF RUIDOSO, NEW MEXICO. BEFORE HEADING HOME TO TEXAS, WE FILLED THE GAS TANK IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SHORTLY AFTER LEAVING RUIDOSO ON OUR WAY HOME, THE FUEL GAUGE SUDDENLY WENT FROM FULL TO EMPTY. WE STOPPED BY THE SIDE OF THE R...

Aug 2, 2005 Fuel System, Other

FOR A FEW DAYS, OUR FAMILY HAD BEEN VACATIONING IN THE MOUNTAINS OF RUIDOSO, NEW MEXICO. BEFORE HEADING HOME TO TEXAS, WE FILLED THE GAS TANK IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. SHORTLY AFTER LEAVING RUIDOSO ON OUR WAY HOME, THE FUEL GAUGE SUDDENLY WENT FROM FULL TO EMPTY. WE STOPPED BY THE SIDE OF THE R...

Aug 1, 2005 Power Train 39 mi

VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON 7/16/2005. AFTER BEING DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, TRANSMISSION LIGHT APPEARED. VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO DEALER WHO COULD NOT LOCATE A PROBLEM. VEHICLE WAS THEN DRIVEN 23 MILES WHEN ALL POWER WAS LOST. VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO DEALER. SERVICE TRIED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR 1 ...

Aug 1, 2005 Power Train 39 mi

VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON 7/16/2005. AFTER BEING DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, TRANSMISSION LIGHT APPEARED. VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO DEALER WHO COULD NOT LOCATE A PROBLEM. VEHICLE WAS THEN DRIVEN 23 MILES WHEN ALL POWER WAS LOST. VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO DEALER. SERVICE TRIED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR 1 ...

Jul 20, 2005 Structure 2,600 mi

UPON OPENING EITHER SIDE 2ED ROW WINDOWS HARMOMIC VIBRATION/NOISE BEGINS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 30MPH SOUNDS LIKE HELICOPTER INSIDE VEHICLE- VERY ANNOYING, DISTRACTING, HURTS EARS - CONTACTED DEALER AND FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE - BOTH INDICATE THERE IS NO REPAIR FOR CONCERN, NO TSB FOR ITEM - HAVE PRINTO...

Jul 20, 2005 Structure 2,600 mi

UPON OPENING EITHER SIDE 2ED ROW WINDOWS HARMOMIC VIBRATION/NOISE BEGINS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 30MPH SOUNDS LIKE HELICOPTER INSIDE VEHICLE- VERY ANNOYING, DISTRACTING, HURTS EARS - CONTACTED DEALER AND FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE - BOTH INDICATE THERE IS NO REPAIR FOR CONCERN, NO TSB FOR ITEM - HAVE PRINTO...

Jul 14, 2005 Fuel System, Other 3,200 mi

DT: ON JUNE 24, 2005 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN GAS GAUGE WENT FROM ALMOST FULL TO EMPTY. CONSUMER STOPPED AT GAS STATION, AND THE VEHICLE ONLY TOOK A COUPLE DOLLARS OF GAS. CONSUMER THEN DROVE DOWN A MOUNTAIN TO GET TO FORD DEALER AND FUEL GAUGE WENT TO EMPTY AGAIN. CONSUMER CONTINUED TO THE...

Jul 14, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 3,200 mi

DT: ON JUNE 24, 2005 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN GAS GAUGE WENT FROM ALMOST FULL TO EMPTY. CONSUMER STOPPED AT GAS STATION, AND THE VEHICLE ONLY TOOK A COUPLE DOLLARS OF GAS. CONSUMER THEN DROVE DOWN A MOUNTAIN TO GET TO FORD DEALER AND FUEL GAUGE WENT TO EMPTY AGAIN. CONSUMER CONTINUED TO THE...

Jul 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,250 mi

OWNER HAS HAD NUMEROUS SERIOUS REPAIR ISSUES SINCE VEHICLE PURCHASED. THIS IS COMPLAINT 2 OF 4. CAR IS 3 MONTHS OLD. OWNER MUST PUSH BRAKE ALMOST TO THE FLOOR TO GET VEHICLE TO STOP. BRAKES MAKE GRINDING NOISES AND STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES WHEN DECELERATING FROM 40 MPH OR LESS.

Jul 14, 2005 Fuel System, Other 3,200 mi

DT: ON JUNE 24, 2005 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN GAS GAUGE WENT FROM ALMOST FULL TO EMPTY. CONSUMER STOPPED AT GAS STATION, AND THE VEHICLE ONLY TOOK A COUPLE DOLLARS OF GAS. CONSUMER THEN DROVE DOWN A MOUNTAIN TO GET TO FORD DEALER AND FUEL GAUGE WENT TO EMPTY AGAIN. CONSUMER CONTINUED TO THE...

Jul 14, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 3,200 mi

DT: ON JUNE 24, 2005 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN GAS GAUGE WENT FROM ALMOST FULL TO EMPTY. CONSUMER STOPPED AT GAS STATION, AND THE VEHICLE ONLY TOOK A COUPLE DOLLARS OF GAS. CONSUMER THEN DROVE DOWN A MOUNTAIN TO GET TO FORD DEALER AND FUEL GAUGE WENT TO EMPTY AGAIN. CONSUMER CONTINUED TO THE...

Jul 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,250 mi

OWNER HAS HAD NUMEROUS SERIOUS REPAIR ISSUES SINCE VEHICLE PURCHASED. THIS IS COMPLAINT 2 OF 4. CAR IS 3 MONTHS OLD. OWNER MUST PUSH BRAKE ALMOST TO THE FLOOR TO GET VEHICLE TO STOP. BRAKES MAKE GRINDING NOISES AND STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES WHEN DECELERATING FROM 40 MPH OR LESS.

Jul 6, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

DT: THE CONSUMER STATES WHILE DECELERATING THE VEHICLE STALLS. THIS HAPPENS MORE IN WARM WEATHER AND AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 25 MILES. IF THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON THERE IS A WARNING AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THREE DIFFERENT SERVICE DEALERS IN THREE...

Jul 6, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

DT: THE CONSUMER STATES WHILE DECELERATING THE VEHICLE STALLS. THIS HAPPENS MORE IN WARM WEATHER AND AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 25 MILES. IF THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON THERE IS A WARNING AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THREE DIFFERENT SERVICE DEALERS IN THREE...

Jun 16, 2005 Electrical System

I AM LEASING A FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THAT WITH THE CHILD LOCK OFF, THAT THE REAR PASSANGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNLESS THE DRIVER OR PASSANGE UNLOCKS THE DOORS WITH THE ELECTRONIC SWITCH AT ANY TIME - WITH THE MORTOR RUNNING, THE CAR IN PARK, OR THE MOTOR OFF AND THE CAR IN PARK. IF THERE...

Jun 16, 2005 Electrical System

I AM LEASING A FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THAT WITH THE CHILD LOCK OFF, THAT THE REAR PASSANGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNLESS THE DRIVER OR PASSANGE UNLOCKS THE DOORS WITH THE ELECTRONIC SWITCH AT ANY TIME - WITH THE MORTOR RUNNING, THE CAR IN PARK, OR THE MOTOR OFF AND THE CAR IN PARK. IF THERE...

Jun 16, 2005 Electrical System

I AM LEASING A FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THAT WITH THE CHILD LOCK OFF, THAT THE REAR PASSANGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNLESS THE DRIVER OR PASSANGE UNLOCKS THE DOORS WITH THE ELECTRONIC SWITCH AT ANY TIME - WITH THE MORTOR RUNNING, THE CAR IN PARK, OR THE MOTOR OFF AND THE CAR IN PARK. IF THERE...

Jun 16, 2005 Electrical System

I AM LEASING A FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THAT WITH THE CHILD LOCK OFF, THAT THE REAR PASSANGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNLESS THE DRIVER OR PASSANGE UNLOCKS THE DOORS WITH THE ELECTRONIC SWITCH AT ANY TIME - WITH THE MORTOR RUNNING, THE CAR IN PARK, OR THE MOTOR OFF AND THE CAR IN PARK. IF THERE...

Jun 10, 2005 Visibility 15 mi

THE REFLECTION OF THE DASHBOARD ONTO THE WINDSHIELD IMPEDES VISIBILITY OUT OF THE WINDSHIELD. GOING FROM THE OUTSIDE (BOTH SUNNY AND CLOUDY DAYS) INTO A GARAGE OR TUNNEL, THE EXTREME GLARE PROHIBITS VISIBLITY THROUGH THE WINDSHEILD. WHEN IN A PARKING LOT AND BACKING OUT OF A SPACE, VISIBILITY IS RES...

Jun 10, 2005 Visibility 15 mi

THE REFLECTION OF THE DASHBOARD ONTO THE WINDSHIELD IMPEDES VISIBILITY OUT OF THE WINDSHIELD. GOING FROM THE OUTSIDE (BOTH SUNNY AND CLOUDY DAYS) INTO A GARAGE OR TUNNEL, THE EXTREME GLARE PROHIBITS VISIBLITY THROUGH THE WINDSHEILD. WHEN IN A PARKING LOT AND BACKING OUT OF A SPACE, VISIBILITY IS RES...

Jun 9, 2005 Visibility

DT: CONTACT STATES THE INTERIOR COLOR OF VEHICLE IS CAUSING A GLARE IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE. THIS HAPPENS ON A CLEAR AND SUNNY DAY. WHEN IT IS CLOUDY THE REFLECTION IS NOT AS BAD. THE SERVICE DEALER SUGGESTED PUTTING A RUG ON THE DASHBOARD TO ELIMINATE THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Jun 9, 2005 Visibility

DT: CONTACT STATES THE INTERIOR COLOR OF VEHICLE IS CAUSING A GLARE IN THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE. THIS HAPPENS ON A CLEAR AND SUNNY DAY. WHEN IT IS CLOUDY THE REFLECTION IS NOT AS BAD. THE SERVICE DEALER SUGGESTED PUTTING A RUG ON THE DASHBOARD TO ELIMINATE THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Jun 7, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,000 mi

THE CONSUMER'S FRONT BRAKES RUMBLED BADLY WHEN THEY WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE AND THE VIBRATION COULD BE FELT IN THE FLOOR OF THE CAR. IT MOSTLY SHAKES WHEN COMING DOWN FROM HIGH SPEEDS. IT WAS A HIDDEN DEFECT THE DEALER IS FIXING BUT NOT SENDING OUT NOTICES TO EVERYONE. *JB *SB

Jun 7, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,000 mi

THE CONSUMER'S FRONT BRAKES RUMBLED BADLY WHEN THEY WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE AND THE VIBRATION COULD BE FELT IN THE FLOOR OF THE CAR. IT MOSTLY SHAKES WHEN COMING DOWN FROM HIGH SPEEDS. IT WAS A HIDDEN DEFECT THE DEALER IS FIXING BUT NOT SENDING OUT NOTICES TO EVERYONE. *JB *SB

Jun 6, 2005 Tires

MY NEWLY PURCHASED FORD FREESTYLE DEVELOPED A FLAT, PULLED TO SIDE OF ROAD AND REPLACED WITH SPARE DONUT SUPPLIED BY FORD. UPON INSTALLATION AND START OF DRIVING WITH SPARE DONUT, WITHIN 1/4 MILE THE SPEEDOMETER WENT TO ZERO9NO REGISTRATION) , THE RPM GAUGE WORKED, THE ANTILOCK ,TRAC CONTROL LIGHTS ...

Jun 6, 2005 Tires

MY NEWLY PURCHASED FORD FREESTYLE DEVELOPED A FLAT, PULLED TO SIDE OF ROAD AND REPLACED WITH SPARE DONUT SUPPLIED BY FORD. UPON INSTALLATION AND START OF DRIVING WITH SPARE DONUT, WITHIN 1/4 MILE THE SPEEDOMETER WENT TO ZERO9NO REGISTRATION) , THE RPM GAUGE WORKED, THE ANTILOCK ,TRAC CONTROL LIGHTS ...

May 17, 2005 Visibility

GLARE ON DASH. NO ACCIDENT YET, BUT WILL BE.

May 17, 2005 Visibility

GLARE ON DASH. NO ACCIDENT YET, BUT WILL BE.

May 6, 2005 Visibility 3,400 mi

DT: WHEN WINDOWS IN BACK SEAT ARE ROLLED DOWN THE NOISE IS DEAFENING. IT HURTS THE EARS OF ANYBODY IN VEHICLE. WHEN THE WINDOWS ARE DOWN THE WHOLE VAN VIBRATES. TOOK IT TO DEALER, AND THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION. HE CALLED FORD,THEY SAID IF THEY DECIDE THERE IS A PROBLEM THEY WILL CALL HIM BACK. CONT...

May 6, 2005 Visibility 3,400 mi

DT: WHEN WINDOWS IN BACK SEAT ARE ROLLED DOWN THE NOISE IS DEAFENING. IT HURTS THE EARS OF ANYBODY IN VEHICLE. WHEN THE WINDOWS ARE DOWN THE WHOLE VAN VIBRATES. TOOK IT TO DEALER, AND THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION. HE CALLED FORD,THEY SAID IF THEY DECIDE THERE IS A PROBLEM THEY WILL CALL HIM BACK. CONT...

Apr 4, 2005 Fuel System, Other

I RECENTLY PURCHASED A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THIS TO BE A VERY OOD AUTOMOBILE EXCEPT FOR ONE NOTABLE DEFECT. THIS DEFECT IS DESCRIBED BELOW.*AK THE AUTOMOBILE'S SPECIFICATIONS INDICATE THAT IS HAS A 19 GALLON FUEL TANK. THE FUEL GAUGE AND INSTRUMENTATION PANEL COMPUTER ALL CA...

Apr 4, 2005 Fuel System, Other

I RECENTLY PURCHASED A NEW 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. WE HAVE FOUND THIS TO BE A VERY OOD AUTOMOBILE EXCEPT FOR ONE NOTABLE DEFECT. THIS DEFECT IS DESCRIBED BELOW.*AK THE AUTOMOBILE'S SPECIFICATIONS INDICATE THAT IS HAS A 19 GALLON FUEL TANK. THE FUEL GAUGE AND INSTRUMENTATION PANEL COMPUTER ALL CA...

Mar 29, 2005 Air Bags Crash 1,700 mi

I WAS DRIVING EASTBOUND AT 35 MPH. A WESTBOUND CAR LOST CONTROL AND CROSSED THE MEDIAN. I STRUCK THE CAR T-BONE AT 35 MPH. IT WAS A DIRECT FRONTAL COLLISION TO MY CAR. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I BELIEVE IT SHOULD BE EXAMINED.

Mar 29, 2005 Air Bags Crash 1,700 mi

I WAS DRIVING EASTBOUND AT 35 MPH. A WESTBOUND CAR LOST CONTROL AND CROSSED THE MEDIAN. I STRUCK THE CAR T-BONE AT 35 MPH. IT WAS A DIRECT FRONTAL COLLISION TO MY CAR. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I BELIEVE IT SHOULD BE EXAMINED.

Feb 22, 2005 Electrical System Fire 8,900 mi

CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD UNTIL THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS THE ALTERNATOR. *AK

Feb 22, 2005 Electrical System Fire 8,900 mi

CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD UNTIL THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS THE ALTERNATOR. *AK

Feb 12, 2005 Power Train 245 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON 2/6/05. IT STOPPED WORKING ON 2/07/05, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AND I WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AROUND IN A RENTAL FOR NEARLY A WEEK. YET I'VE PAID FOR A NEW VEHICLE. FORD REALLY SHOULD WORK OUT THE QUIRKS BEFORE PUTTING OUT A ...

Feb 12, 2005 Power Train 245 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE ON 2/6/05. IT STOPPED WORKING ON 2/07/05, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AND I WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AROUND IN A RENTAL FOR NEARLY A WEEK. YET I'VE PAID FOR A NEW VEHICLE. FORD REALLY SHOULD WORK OUT THE QUIRKS BEFORE PUTTING OUT A ...