• September 29, 2015Power train

  Rebuilt Transmission Shift Lever May Disengage

  NHTSA campaign 15V-606 · 57 vehicles potentially affected · Power train

  The defect: 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. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.

  The risk: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the…

  The remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S28.

• September 3, 2014Hybrid and electric propulsion

  Motor Electronics Coolant Pump Failure

  NHTSA campaign 14V-526 · 70,209 vehicles potentially affected · Hybrid propulsion system

  The defect: 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 Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.

  The risk: If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.

  The remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S19.

• April 7, 2006Seats

  FMVSS 201/upper interior head impact

  NHTSA campaign 06V-111 · 134,365 vehicles potentially affected · Seats

  The defect: Certain sport utility vehicles equipped without side air curtains or moonroofs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement above the permitted limit at the left hand a-pillar trim area.

  The risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.

  The remedy: Dealers will make modifications to the energy absorbing material located above the headliner in the affected area free of charge. The recall began on may 19, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

• December 20, 2004Latches and locks

  Ford/FMVSS 206/rear liftgate door

  NHTSA campaign 04V-602 · 262,113 vehicles potentially affected · Latches/locks/linkages

  The defect: 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 the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components.' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.

  The risk: If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

  The remedy: Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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Other Ford Escape model years

• 2023 11
• 2022 19
• 2021 19
• 2020 23
• 2019 3
• 2018 4
• 2017 4
• 2016 4
• 2015 9
• 2014 16
• 2013 18
• 2012 1
• 2011 2
• 2010 3
• 2009 1
• 2008 3
• 2007 2
• 2006 3
• 2004 6
• 2003 7
• 2002 8
• 2001 13

Common questions

Does the 2005 Ford Escape have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 campaigns for the 2005 Ford Escape: 15V-606 (Rebuilt Transmission Shift Lever May Disengage); 14V-526 (Motor Electronics Coolant Pump Failure); 06V-111 (FMVSS 201/upper interior head impact); 04V-602 (Ford/FMVSS 206/rear liftgate door).

How do I know if my 2005 Ford Escape has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.

Will the dealer charge to fix the 2005 Ford Escape?

No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Ford dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.