Table 1 shows four common structure related problems of the 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid. The number one most common problem is related to the body (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the underbody shield (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problems | |
| Structure problems |
Tl the contact owns a 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid. While driving 25 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear passenger side wheel well. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and discovered the shock leaning against the wheel and a hole where the mounted Read details...
The passenger side rear wheel well body and frame has totally rusted away leaving no anchor for the shock absorber and rendering the car unsafe to drive (see attached pictures). This defect occurred despite the vehicle being garage kept, well maintained and maintained only by a licensed Ford Read details...
Both left and right hatch window hinges broke leaving the window hanging. Bolts oxidized through producing this failure. This could have happened even if there was no attempt to open the lift gate window. Read details...