2005 Ford Escape suspension problems
459 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2005 Ford Escape — 33% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The right lower control arm separated from the subframe due to subframe rust. It caused loss of handling and rendered the car immobile. It was caused by a panic stop at a low speed. The car was towed to an independent garage where it is awaiting repair. Parts affected were the subframe, CV axle…”
filed Mar 13, 2024
“Hello, The engine cradle subframe on my 2005 Ford Escape has completely rusted through on the right hand side where it attaches to the steering control arm. As I was driving the subframe broke which made it impossible to steer the car. This pulled my car off the road to the passenger side…”
filed Jan 17, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Escape years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Escape | 5 | 2% |
| 2021 Escape | 7 | 2% |
| 2020 Escape | 8 | 1% |
| 2019 Escape | 3 | 1% |
| 2018 Escape | 11 | 1% |
| 2017 Escape | 8 | 0% |
| 2016 Escape | 7 | 1% |
| 2015 Escape | 13 | 1% |
| 2014 Escape | 18 | 1% |
| 2013 Escape | 27 | 1% |
| 2012 Escape | 12 | 2% |
| 2011 Escape | 31 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Ford Escape
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.