THROTTLE BODY IS GIVING ME TROUBLE. WHEN I AM AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED MY CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF. IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS SOMETIMES I AM AT A PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK OR JUST AT A LIGHT. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS ISSUE. *KB
2005 ford Freestyle engine problems
moderate 150 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
150
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
PURCHASED USED FORD FREESTYLE DECEMBER 2010. RAN FINE UNTIL WARM WEATHER AND USE OF AIR CONDITIONER. WITH A/C ON, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SEEMS TO OFTEN GREATLY OVERSHOOT THE CORRECT SETTING WHEN SHIFTING FROM NEUTRAL TO DRIVE OR REVERSE, WHICH CAUSES A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RPM INCREASE AND A MOMENTARY "LUNGE" IF THE BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED VERY FIRMLY. MANY VEHICLES DO THIS TO A MINOR EXTE…
2005 FORD FREESTYLE-THE AC COMPRESSOR AND DRIER WAS REPLACED AT ABOUT 93,000 MILES THROUGH THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. IT ONLY COST ME 75.00 . NO BIG DEAL RIGHT. THE TOTAL BILL WAS NEARLY 1600.00 FOR THE WARRANTY COMPANY. NOW AT 125,000 MILES, IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN. NO WARRANTY. I'VE TO PAY. IT IS GOING TO COST ABOUT 1600.00. NOW THEY CAN'T FIND A COMPRESSOR AND ARE BACK ORDERED UNTIL APRIL OF 2…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2005 ford Freestyle?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 150 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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