Two problems related to ignition have been reported for the 2005 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2005 Escape.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape. While driving 45 to 50 mph the vehicle started to hesitate and then it stalled. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer replaced the computer due to the computer since it burned out and the ignition keys were also replaced. The contact was responsible for the repair cost of $1000. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance because the warranty was not valid. The failure mileage was 61,000. Updated 04/07/lj the mechanic stated the problem because the low voltage spark plugs were the original equipment installed. Updated 04/25/11.
: the contact stated while turning into a parking lot at low speed, the vehicle lurched forward without warning. The vehicle stopped forward motion when the contact applied brake pressure. Also, the automatic transmission makes a clunking noise while shifting gears. Additionally, the key is difficult to turn in the ignition. In spite of the ongoing problems, the vehicle was not inspected by the dealer.