Ford Freestyle owners have reported 32 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension control arm (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
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 contact owns 2007 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated the vehicle surged randomly in both drive and reverse gear. The vehicle had not been inspected. The contact stated while making a turn either to the left or to the right, she heard a clicking sound in the front wheels. Read details...
Have a 2007 Ford Freestyle and the pirelli tires on it separated at the tread line. There was apparently a TSB issued on this car regarding the suspension and despite frequent maintenance checks and services in the past two years - this occurred less than 3 weeks after a routine oil change and 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...