Table 1 shows six common suspension related problems of the 2007 Ford Freestyle. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (two problems).
Took vehicle to mechanic for routine annual state inspection. Vehicle passed all items except the k member frame (subframe) had excessive rust and had corroded to the point that the car was unsafe to drive until this defect was corrected. Estimated cost for repair was in the neighborhood of $1000. Read details...
My daughter was driving the car at the time and felt a large bang then shuddering with the vehicle becoming difficult to steer and losing control, veering off the road edge. She regained control and brought the car to a safe stop. Read details...
The car developed a serious right-left jerk when ever the car was accelerated or decelerated. The Ford dealer technician determined that the left lower ball joint was loose. From the official Ford repair manual the ball joint should be at 85 ft-lbs. Read details...