One problem related to starter has been reported for the 2006 Ford Freestyle. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Ford Freestyle based on all problems reported for the 2006 Freestyle.
Started the 2006 Ford Freestyle and noticed starter continued to crank. Took key out of ignition and vehicle would not shut off. Thick smoke began pouring out from under the hood and continued until starter burned out. Vehicle was towed, and a new starter was installed.