2005 Ford Escape HEV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Escape HEV years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Ford Escape HEV. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Escape HEV model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 42%), typically at around 108,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Ford Escape HEV problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | 42% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 25% | 101,263 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 8% | 199,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 8% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | 155,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Ford Escape HEV recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Ford Escape HEV.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction (DP12006) — opened Oct 2, 2012, closed Feb 21, 2013.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle overheating changed thermostat,hoses, and radiator. Still overheating. Had to two garages still overheating
Abs light on, very weak and diminished braking power, almost not stopping, vehicle was off, then noticed upon startup, 123k miles on vehicle, ford states it could be up to a $5k repair which far exceedes the value of this vehicle, suspect part is the hcu hydraulic control unit which pressurizes the…
I was on ladson road in the middle of the hyway and no brakes. The light came on just before my brakes went out. I had to have a tow truck take me home. I am afraid to drive my car. Ten years i have had no trouble. I have to have my son take me anywhere i have to go. It is not very good. This is…
Rear window just exploded. Car was parked at my daughter's school. Campus security called her out of class thinking someone hit her car. Security cameras showed nothing. She had used rear defroster on her way to school. Car was parked for at least 45 minutes before window exploded. Temperature…
2005 ford escape. Consumer writes in regards to the motor electronics coolant pump recall notice. *smd the consumer was informed the part was not available. Recall # 14v526000. *jb
Other Ford Escape HEV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Escape HEV | 15 | 0 |
| 2006 Escape HEV | 37 | 1 |
| 2005 | 12 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Escape HEV?
Owners most often report service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, engine problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Ford Escape HEV?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Ford Escape HEV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Escape HEV model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.