Does the 2005 Ford Escape have any recalls?

The 2005 Ford Escape has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2005 Ford Escape?

2030 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Ford Escape.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 Ford Escape?

There are 59 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Ford Escape.

2005 Ford Escape Service and Repair Manual

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The 2005 Ford Escape service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
XLT Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
XLT Deportivo Sport Utility 4-Door
XLT No Boundaries Sport Utility 4-Door
XLS Sport Utility 4-Door
XLT Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

3.0L 2968CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV) DOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2005 Ford Escape Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #15V60600029/09/2015Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicl

Consequence

If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the

NHTSA #04V60200020/12/2004Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

CERTAIN 2004-2005 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND CERTAIN 2001-2003 SPORT UTIITY VEHICLE HAVING REAR LIFTGATE COMPONENTS SERVICED WITH 2004 EQUIVALENT COMPONENTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE

Consequence

IF THE LIFTGATE IS LEFT UNLOCKED, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL THAT IT MAY OPEN DURING A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH RELEASE ROD, THE RELEASE ROD ATTACHMENT CLIP

TSB #10235153

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe

TSB #10109070

The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate

TSB #10036913

FORD/MERCURY: MIL ON WITH DTC P0351-P0356; MULTIPLE COIL PRIMARY CIRCUIT. BUILT ON OR BEFORE 10/03/05. SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A MULFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH TWO OR MORE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DT

TSB #10024845

2005-08 ESCAPE/ESCAPE HYBRID/MARINER - 2006-08 MARINER HYBRID - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR RING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE UPDATE TO WORKSHOP MANUAL. *NJ

TSB #10024841

SLOW FUEL FILL AND/OR DTC P0451. *NJ

TSB #10022672

COLD CLIMATE SLOW FUEL FILL. *NJ

TSB #10022235

SLOW FUEL FILL DUE TO CLOGGED VENT. *KB

TSB #10021601

ENGINE STALLING ON ENGAGEMENT/STOPPING. *KB

Showing the 8 most recent of 59 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20061020Component: SUSPENSION:FRONTCrash reported4 injured

WHILE DRIVING HOME ON A CLEAR, SUNNY DAY, MY FORD ESCAPE PULLED TO THE LEFT, CROSSING THE CENTER LINE, CRASHING INTO A SEMI-TRUCK TWICE, HITTING TWO ADDITIONAL CARS AND FLIPPED ONT

20050925Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported3 injured1 fatalities

2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT ROLL OVER RESULTED IN A FATAL DEATH. THE LIFT GATE AND DOOR WERE OPENED DURING THE ROLL OVER OF SUV. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOYED. I LOST MY WIFE IN THIS RO

20050925Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCKCrash reported3 injured1 fatalities

2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT ROLL OVER RESULTED IN A FATAL DEATH. THE LIFT GATE AND DOOR WERE OPENED DURING THE ROLL OVER OF SUV. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOYED. I LOST MY WIFE IN THIS RO

20140526Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

I WAS IN ACCIDENT WHERE I HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN WHICH WHEN TRIED TO BREAK THEY DID NOT WORK. NO SKID MARKS WHERE THERE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN . TOTALED MY TRUCK FORD SUV XLT (SPORT)

Showing the 4 most serious of 2030 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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