Five problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2005 Ford Freestyle. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Ford Freestyle based on all problems reported for the 2005 Freestyle.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the vehicle shuddered, surged, and the engine stalled without warning. In addition the contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed, the engine would rev. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was repaired, but the specifics of the repairs were unknown. The failure recurred after the initial repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while reversing or driving out of a parking space at 5 mph, the vehicle would lunge forward and backward and the engine would stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they were unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 130,000. Sm.
Our 2005 Ford Freestyle is lunging forward at low speeds. We need to firmly press on the breaks to stop it which is very dangerous! at this point, the engine stalls. It seems clear this is a very common issue in this vehicle due to a malfunctioning throttle body. This is not safe and there needs to be a recall to perminently fix the issue!.
Engine surged when shifted from park to reverse on multiple occasions. Engine stalled, wrench light came on and engine safe mode appeared. . Dealership replaced throttle body.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestyle. He experienced unintended vehicle acceleration while driving in reverse gear or at a complete stop. The dealer replaced the throttle body; however, after the repair was made the engine began to stall. The dealer was notified, and a technician concluded that the repair parts were on back order; therefore, no repairs were made. The failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000.