Table 1 shows five common seats related problems of the 2005 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the seats (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat head restraint (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems |
Rust caused the separation of the lower control arm from the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was primarily used in a salt-belt state. The issue became evident after a small pothole caused the rear frame to puncture through the passenger rear wheelhouse into the cab of the vehicle causing a Read details...
The contact states the head restraint posts on the front seats are dangerous. There is no padding to cover the metal posts in the back of the seat. In the event of an accident the rear seat occupants would not have any protection from the metal posts. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. While driving at an unknown speed, the passenger riding in the rear seat noticed a hole in the back side of the driver seat. A piece of metal, approximately eight inches long, was protruding from the seat. The vehicle was scheduled to be evaluated at the dealer. Read details...