2005 Ford Escape recalls
The 2005 Ford Escape has 4 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.
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2001–2008 Ford Escape & 2001–2008 Mercury Mariner
Powertrain & transmission recall · 15V606
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009.
2005–2008 Ford Escape & 2006–2008 Mercury Mariner
Hybrid / EV battery recall · 14V526
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury…
2005 Ford Escape & 2005 Mercury Mariner
Seats recall · 06V111
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped without side air curtains or moonroofs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
2001–2005 Ford Escape
Door latches & locks recall · 04V602
Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with…
Other Ford Escape years
FAQ
Does the 2005 Ford Escape have any recalls?
Yes. The 2005 Ford Escape has 4 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 15V606 (powertrain & transmission); 14V526 (hybrid / ev battery); 06V111 (seats); 04V602 (door latches & locks). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.
Are 2005 Ford Escape recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
How do I check my 2005 Ford Escape for recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer.