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Submitted 2009-07-17 17:08:44 |
D Sullivan
| Performance: |  | Exterior: |  | Interior: | | Overall: |  | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I love the SUV look and feel with the low center of gravity like a minivan.
Easy to get in and out of.
Roof rack is very accessible due to low roof height.
The sound system seems to be above average from other vehicles I've owned.
I have had good luck so far with the CVT transmission on mine and it's sitting at 130k miles. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Had lots of warranty issues from the start:
Rear brakes would toast after just 10,000 miles--Only the inner pad on the passenger side.
Vent motor failed.
Engine mounts broke.
Fuel pump failed.
Wiper motor failed.
Just to name a few. All were taken care of by the dealer, but having to take the car in over and over was a hassle.
Then the warranty expired and things REALLY started to go wrong. Rear brake issue is still an issue. Now that warranty is expired the dealer tells me it's my fault due to bad driving practices!! Explain to me how it's possible to wear down only the inner brake pad on just the passenger side. Not the outer and not either pad on the driver side?? It's obviously a caliper issue but Ford is telling me to go pound sand. So, I'm stuck replacing brakes every 10,000 miles. Also, front brakes wear much faster than they should, no matter what kind of pads I use. It's not me either--I've never had this issue with any other car/SUV/van in my life.
I am also having the crazy dashboard lights situation. Out of nowhere, they'll start going crazy and all the gauges fail. This lasts for 5-20 seconds then it goes back to normal. Because it's out of warranty, Ford tells me tough luck--even though they obviously know it's an issue with the '05 Freestyle. They refuse to fix it for free and want to charge me for an obvious manufacturer defect.
The light grey interior shows every single stain. It not only shows them, it basically shines a spotlight on the fact that there is a stain to be seen. Ridiculous. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
I actually like the vehicle's overall look and feel. It's just a shame that the few defects ruin the experience. Back that up with crappy support from Ford (refusing to stand behind their product when they know there's an obvious recurring problem) and I say stay far, far away. Not just from the Freestyle, but Ford in general. |
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Submitted 2010-03-03 21:59:15 |
dawolf
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
It is great for the family. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
It is bad on gas. I think I get 17 mpg on the highway and I barely drive it. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Overall ok, but the design needed a lot of work before it hit the market. |
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Submitted 2009-10-29 03:44:47 |
Guest
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Ride is nice.
Entry /exit is nice. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Replaced rear brake pads and rotors at 20,000 miles.
Replaced front front brake pads at 25,000 miles.
Replaced leaky windshield washer tank twice.
Rear visibility is terrible.
Mileage was 22 mpg city 24 mpg highway until 25,000 miles, now its 20 mpg highway. |
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Submitted 2009-10-12 08:17:44 |
Ann Luehrsen
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
At first I thought it was great ! Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I have had the freestyle 4 years and had to replace the brakes 4 times. I have had the car in the shop twice before because the Check Transmission, and check engine lights kept coming on. After the second time I thought it was fixed, then last week I drove 400 miles to pick my daughter up from college, and 30 minutes from home I was at a stop light, when the light turned green I pressed on the gas, and the car wouldn't move, once again the Transmission light came on. Every time I take it to the dealership to be fixed it is $1,000. And after 3 times it is not fixed so I could keep trying and paying for another band-aid fix or just get rid of it ! I have always driven a Ford, but I have 3 kids in college, and I can't afford to keep doing this so I will go somewhere else for another car. Sorry Ford We thought you would never let us down ! 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
BAD VERY BAD. |
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Submitted 2009-08-22 08:43:45 |
Andrea
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| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Loved my car till.... Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
2005 68,000 miles transmission is cvt and has died $6200 to fix...
No choice but to fix it. This transmission is no longer being used in ford cars 2006 models. Those of us who bought 2005 are sol. because Ford will not stand behind product and dealerships don't want it.
Hope your car doesn't make a whining noise or your next. Sorry to say.
Also, my hood paint starting to bubble. It is under warranty until 5 years but because there are no holes in it they will not cover repair on hood. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
I was extremely happy with my car until this last 8 weeks. Now I've realized by family bought a lemon. My husband and I have to borrow $6,200 to fix a car barely 5 years old with a little over 60,000 miles. |
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Submitted 2009-06-23 20:57:37 |
Jewel
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| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I like the exterior package. Love the sunroof, the bucket seats, and the fact the it has the seats that fold down all the way back. It has been my little truck. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
The grey interior that I have shows water spots something terrible. The heat and air do not get to the rear of the vehicle very well. If there were more vents in the rear it would help. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
I have a terrible whining noise coming from the motor or transmission. It is not doing it if the car is setting still. It only does it when I am accelerating. There is a small whine when I am at cruising speed as well. I have had trouble with it revving real high as well. It seems to be shifting fine but it sounds like it is going 100 miles an hour all the time. |
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Submitted 2009-05-14 11:43:27 |
HateMyFord
| Performance: |  | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
seating capacity Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
better gas mileage, less noise especially with windows down...near deafening. Never use a transmission that is unreliable and needs full replacement before a car can even be paid off. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Have you purchased one yet? If you haven't, don't walk away from buying one...RUN!!!! Watch out for CTV transmission. Possible buyers beware. CTV's have become famous for breaking and then replacement will cost you at least $2600-$5800. American cars get bad names due to crappy transmissions, cheap parts and the attitude that this is not the manufacturer's problem. This is also a danger to those in the car as the engine could shift and jerk the car forward, backwards, and even have had some transmissions just fall out to the ground! Think hard if you don't want to spend a fortune on this car down the road. Go with a car that has an incredible track record (Ford did for years, but read the online comments from your search engines how they have dropped with customer satisfaction). Buy American? I don't know anymore. Build something worth the investment and back it up, then I might. Otherwise, this Freestyle will be last American car in my garage! |
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Submitted 2009-05-05 05:38:19 |
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| 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
I've had major problems with my 2005 Ford Freestyle for the last year. The problem started about a year ago when I was driving about 70 mph and all of a sudden the RPMS went way up and the vehicle maxed out at a speed of about 50 MPH (with high RPMs). This has happened about 8-10 times during the last year. I've taken it to the dealer 4 times without solving the problem. Currently it is at the dealer and they tell me that replacing the torque converter should solve the problem. When the problem happens the wrench light comes on and the traction tracks come on. I even took it in one time with the car running with the problem and they still couldn't fix it. Needless to say I'm not happy with the Ford dealer's service department |
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Submitted 2008-03-31 05:45:38 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Very comfortable ride. Love the CVT transmission
Good cargo and seat functions with the Limited and rear buckets.
Good ride height and easy access to all doors for even the elderly. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Get rid of the Pirelli tires. They were absolutely terrible ride and wear.
Brakes were initially a problem but have been taken care of by Ford
Ford needs to provide a better roof rack cross rail. Only universal Yakima rails are available. I don't like the look. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Love the vehicle |
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Submitted 2008-03-21 04:52:44 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
cockpit layout Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
better seats, new electrical system 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
would not buy another one |
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Submitted 2008-02-28 16:36:52 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Good power,good mpg,CVT trans.,smooth at highway speeds,almost no wind noise even with strong sidewinds,sound system. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Front seats that keep you from moving laterally when you're cornering. More forgiving ride on bumpy roads.More insulation from road noise. |
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Submitted 2008-01-07 22:36:39 |
gandelyda
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
easy to get into, low to the ground, comfortable, room for people or cargo Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
the warning lights keep coming on. This is the 7th time since 9/17 it's been to the dealer. They can't fix it. They've had it all but 11 days since November 28! 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
The Freestyle is just right for us but we're stymied afraid we've got a lemon and will be stranded along the road. |
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Submitted 2007-11-18 23:56:22 |
beckyspring
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
transmission is excellent as well as the ride! Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
fabric,bumper,it should sit 7 at all times. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
great ride, excellent transmission, roomy! |
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Submitted 2007-11-06 15:13:37 |
zcrews
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
ride comfort handling stereo sun roof heated seats/mirrors AWD room visibility Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
wind noise w/ a window down; tire wear & improve 4W disc brakes pads/rotors; provide 3rd row mats 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
overall we love it; does well in 12-16 in snow; great cargo flat seat fold down |
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Submitted 2007-10-01 18:41:55 |
wilsong3220
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Easy to get in and out of Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Better gas milage and seats to fold level and closer to the floor. Too much lost space. |
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Submitted 2007-08-31 06:58:07 |
midnightmax2000
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Lots of room,even for a single person with no kids.I like the versatality of this vehicle.Simply love it. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Offer navigation as an option. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Buy one,you don't have to have kids to own a freestyle. |
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Submitted 2007-07-30 19:39:14 |
GUEST | Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
The versatility of the quick fold down back sets.The great color combination Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
The ride seems a little hard. Although it might seem so since my last 3 cars were Lincolns 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Size is just right. Easy to get in and out of. |
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Submitted 2007-07-05 12:24:24 |
millicansr8819
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I like the style. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Better gas mileage 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
I purchases the Freestle as the sticker said it got an estimated 20 MPG in town and 27MPG on the road. It doesn't get anywhere close to the estimated 20 MPG in town and it won;t with the ebgine in operation. The rotars are grooved which Ford says is normal. Not as far as I'm concerned. T?his is not normal regardless of what Ford (FUTURE Ford of CLOVIS) says. This is just another way to rip off the little guy. |
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Submitted 2007-05-24 12:50:34 |
GUEST | Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
Quick car and nice features Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
better brakes - rear went after 10k miles 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
register brake problems at www.freestyleclassaction.com |
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Submitted 2007-05-18 06:30:59 |
shadmorgans821
| Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I really like my Freestlye. The third row seat was what sold me, moving from a Ford Escort with two kids. Cons: How would you improve 2005 Ford Freestyle?
I miss the ease of the temperature dials while driving. I am still hunting for temperature control settings after a year in my Freestyle. I would love to trade that instrument control panel for the one in my Escort - three dials only. Now I have to look at least three times to find the choice I need. Too cluttery for my taste. 2005 Ford Freestyle Review:
Overall I love my car. My cluster panel (speedometer, tachometer, etc)went into fits almost immediately and finally after about 6 months died. The local Ford dealership replaced it and I've had no problems. I was told that the 2005s had a problem with that one feature - the cluster gauges. |
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