2005 Ford Escape vs 2005 Ford Freestyle
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,394 | 1,459 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 43 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–29 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 106,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 149 | 587 |
| Power Train | 117 | 447 |
| Structure | 434 | 61 |
| Suspension | 459 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 153 | 142 |
| Engine | 130 | 120 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 90 | 129 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 30 | 95 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 587 | 16 |
| Stalling | 163 | 209 |
| Clunking / rattling | 79 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 49 | 116 |
| Hesitation / surging | 30 | 393 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 18 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 27 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 26 | 41 |
2005 Ford Escape
2005 Ford Freestyle
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.