By 4freese on 12/06/12 17:43 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL Fwd 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
We bought out Freestyle used and was assured that it was a great automobile with no known issues.
After a year of owning it the car died and it has to have the CVT transmission fixed.
I replaced the mechatronic unit and it still is not fixed.
Dealer said that the best thing to do is light a match and drop it on the floorboard.
A new trans is $6000 and a throttle body is $500.
Mechatronic unit was $800.
What a money pit.
If it had a better transmission it would be a great car but it cannot move without this working.
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By susanh48 on 11/29/12 21:04 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I've had my 2005 freestyle 2 years.
It's miles 112,000.
When stopped it would lunge forward.
Had mechanic look at it but he couldn't get it to lunge.
Then the rear traction light came on.
Tried to take it to mechanic & was fine.
A few more days go by and then the check transmission light comes on.
Again go to mechanic and it runs fine.
This time I had it looked at & was told it had 5 transmission codes, none of which he could fix. Drove it
for weekend made an appt to take to tranny shop,
told it needed a new tranny $4500 plus labor of $1500 and backordered 90 days. I am like others and stuck making payments while it sits.
This will be my last Ford.
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By freestylin on 08/22/12 20:40 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL Fwd 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
This car has been nothing but a pleasure to own. I have the SEL FWD model with leather and sunroof. The proven 3.0L engine is extremely reliable and gets great gas mileage. My Freestyle has 175,000 kms and runs like a charm. We will definitely be buying another crossover, but since Ford didn't keep the design style of the Freestyle and went with the Flex instead, we might be forced to go with a Journey. Overall a job well done by Ford on a safe, economical, practical, and reliable family car.
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By trishaiam1 on 07/21/12 08:56 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
Purchased this car from a auction 6 months ago.
The freestyle has a smooth ride but not kid friendly at all.
Easy to get dirty.
I've had transmission problems since.
I took it to a transmission mechanic and he said he just replaced one 6 months earlier and the lowest transmission he found was 3k used, a new one is 6k. I've emailed Ford because I am driving a Ford and not a Lexus.
If I could afford a transmission that cost 3 or 6k I would've bought a Lexus.
I've emailed Ford and Dan responded that he's glad I purchased the freestyle, sorry for my problems and good luck.
So they are not standing behind their junk....I'm stuck with a piece of JUNK.
Please don't buy this car.
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By trixiegirl on 06/14/12 20:35 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I have had this 2005 Freestyle for 1 yr it now has 108,000 mile have not had any problems. I get oil changed every 3,000 miles and due transmission when it needs to be done. I really hope I don't have the issues others have had with this type of car.
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By zorazane on 03/21/12 08:15 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SE AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
After purchasing this car new, my father admitted shortly thereafter that it had been a mistake. When he passed away a few years ago, I inherited the car and have had problem after problem since, culminating in my transmission going completely out last week at 93K miles - thankfully I was in a safe place to get over to call a tow truck. Called the dealership - over $6000 to replace the trans. Suffice it to say I am not pouring more $ into it. Even the dealership admitted they have had multiple problems. Stuck riding the bus. Shame on Ford.
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By cassandra1_o on 11/13/11 07:22 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL Fwd 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
I too am having the problem with my transmission on my 2005 freestyle.
I can't find one and the parts for one are outrageously high.
just wondering with all the problems, why would ford
still sell this vehicle, knowing the safety issues that occur.
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By sassybob on 10/18/11 13:43 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SE Fwd 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
Like many who have commented on this site, my 2005 Freestyle
CVT transmission failed at 56, 500 mile. The dealership stated they cannot fix the transmission because Ford doesn't make parts anymore, resulting in replacing the transmission at a cost of $5800.00. Ford Corporate has washed their hands on this matter and will not accept any responsibility, so we are faced with either parking the car because we don't have $5800.00, or looking into sueing Ford under small claims action. [violative content deleted]
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By gcolemanjr on 10/14/11 11:35 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
Please beware when buying a 2005-07 used Freestyle...learn from our mistake.
Bought the vehicle used with 38,000 miles on it. Maintained the vehicle very well and then suddenly out of nowhere, weird noise from the engine during idle in Park or Neutral. two weeks later super loud noise from engine compartment, similar to a chain being dragged across a hollow wooden chest. two weeks after that tranny completely gone. $5900-$7000 to fix or install new one. Still owe just under $7k on the car. Mileage is only 116k. unacceptable and we're walking away from it. vehicle is sitting in the garage next to sons electric power wheels Ford truck that ironically still runs after 3 years...
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By Aarrow on 10/06/10 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Ford Freestyle SEL Fwd 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl CVT)
Review
We recently purchased the freestyle from a reputable dealer.We have owned it for a month now and unfortunately it had to go to the shop numerous times right after buying it for shaking at 55-60mph, tires were cupping,rough idle and power steering pump. They put a new engine damper on it and now have had it for days saying it needs a torque converter. I understand with the miles it has it's not gonna be perfect. I'm starting to feel maybe this car should never have been put on the lot. I can say the problems put aside though I love the style and comfort of the freestyle.
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