Table 1 shows eight common suspension related problems of the 2006 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (46 problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension shock absorber (nine problems).
The rear shock tower has rusted out and broken away from the frame which was conformed at a local body shop. The passenger side went first then the driver side went about a year later. There was no warning that this was happening until it broke while driving which made us lose control of the car. Read details...
2006 Ford Escape. Consumer writes in regard to rusted out rear shock mounts. Read details...
Excessive wheel hub corrosion, shock freed and damaging interior and exterior wheel hub area. Not driving vehicle at this point, too dangerous. Advised by several mechanics to contact Ford motor with complaint. Ford motor call center took information and hung up on me. Read details...