2006 Ford Escape Suspension Problems
- 53
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 53 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- wheel well · 34 records
- rear passenger · 20 records
- passenger side · 17 records
- right rear · 16 records
- rear wheel · 13 records
- passenger wheel · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Suspension · Wheels
When driving i started noticing a loud banging sound starting when driving over small bumps in the road. In taking the vehicle to the local ford dealer repair shop for an oil change we had them check out the sound that i heard. They pointed out the right, passenger side rear wheel well. At this time we were told the repair was not an immediate repair that was needed but would need to be repaired. We planned to wait…
ODI 10703786
Body · Suspension · Wheels
While driving i heard a loud noise then shortly after heard something rubbing then very shortly after my left rear tire blew out. I stopped to look and it looks like the area where the rear strut attached to the body completely rusted away. The car is most likely not repairable. *tr
ODI 10683400
Body · Suspension · Wheels
My right wheel well has rusted out completely and the inside compartment is now open to the outside. There is a terrible, constant rattling noise and a horrible clunking noise every time i go over a bump. *tr
ODI 10671573
Body · Suspension · Wheels
The right wheel well has rusted out completely around the shock.i can see into the car from the outside. There is a loud rattle constantly and a horrible clunking noise every time i go over a bump. *tr
ODI 10671568
Body · Suspension · Wheels
The right rear wheel well of my 2006 ford escape has rusted completely away, where you can see into the inside of the car from the outside. It is causing a constant rattling and a horrible clunking noise every time i go over a bump.checking online, i see that this has been a problem for some time now and the shock has completely separated from the vehicle. Ford has always been a company to stand behind their…
ODI 10671574
Suspension
The rear shock mount failed due to rust. This appears to be a common problem with ford escapes built in the years 2005 and 2006. It seems this failure is a design flaw. Ford refuses to pay for the cost of repair. When the failure occurred the vehicle was no long operable. I had to have the car towed to the repair shop. *tr
ODI 10661333
Suspension
Vehicle got very loose and lost control due to rear strut mount rusting all the way apart and no control of rear suspension. *tr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10652859
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I was driving home going about 45mph and all of a sudden i hear a loud noise coming from the left rear of the vehicle. Though it could have been the tire, so i pulled over to check and the shock is completely rusted and apart. *tr
ODI 10649999
Suspension · Underbody Shields
The right rear fender wall has totally rusted out to the point the shock is not even attached to the frame. Internet search has shown this is happening on many many of these 2004-2006 ford escapes. We we're lucky to discover the defect before someone was hurt. *tr
ODI 10639982
Suspension
Loud banging sound for rear of car. On inspection the right rear wheel well had rusted through including the support for the rear shock absorber. The shock absorb punched all the way through the wheel well, and was unsupported, hitting the metal of the interior. *tr
ODI 10619246
Body · Suspension
Excessive rusting in right rear fender well , shock mount coming undone. Loud banging noise inside vehicle. Safety issue. *tr
ODI 10629891
Suspension
The shock housing has completely separated from the body of the car due to rust. Internet searches have turned up hundreds of people who have the same issue with this model year. It poses a safety issue because the dismounted shock can cause handling issues as well as tear into the tire when driving. *js
ODI 10608758
Suspension · Wheels
Excessive wheel hub corrosion, shock freed and damaging interior and exterior wheel hub area. Not driving vehicle at this point, too dangerous. Advised by several mechanics to contact ford motor with complaint. Ford motor call center took information and hung up on me. Would not direct me to supervisor. No recall at this point for 2006, but many complaints in former years regarding the same issue. Very dangerous…
ODI 10596545
Body · Suspension
Began to notice a rattling noise/clunking in right rear corner of vehicle. Took the vehicle to our mechanic who told us that the right rear wheel well was completely rusted through and the shocks were exposed. Only the right rear wheel was rusted. Informed by our mechanic that the vehicle was not safe to drive and we would need to have it towed to the body shop. When we contacted the body shop and said we had an…
ODI 10593774
Suspension
We heard a loud bank noise coming from the rear passenger side. Upon inspection by an independent dealer the rear shock absorber had become detached from the body due to body rust. This is a recurring issue with ford escapes and a recall was issued on the 2000 to 2004 models. There were several similar complaints noted on the nhtsa website for 2005. Our vehicle is a 2006 model but has the same issue. When will ford…
ODI 10689872
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the rear passenger wheel well and the shock absorber corroded and fractured and busted through the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the rear passenger wheel well and the shock absorber needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…
ODI 10578835
Body · Suspension
On march 12,2014 i was driving to the post office when my car made a loud "thunk" and began to shake severely. Feeling unsafe and being a short distance from my home i immediately returned there. Upon inspection i discovered that the right rear wheel well had rotted out and the shock had penetrated through the interior of the car behind the rear right passenger seat. The date of manufacture on the drivers door is…
ODI 10573546
Suspension
I was traveling down the road at moderate speeds, i had a loud bang in the back and from that point on i had to slow down to 15. We brought it in to the mechanic and low and behold the wheel well has rusted out and the shock tower as well. The small shops won't do the work because of liability. And ford said 3000 if and when they get the part. The car is a 2006 and we shouldn't have problems to this magnitude. *tr
ODI 10569225
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph on rough road surfaces, a loud banging noise emitted in the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a collision center, who informed her that the rear passenger's side wheel well was completely covered with rust. The rear passenger's wheel well and shock mount disengaged. The failure also caused damage to the rear…
ODI 10567754
Body · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated that a noise emitted from the rear passenger side wheel while driving. The mechanic inspected the wheel and found that the rear passenger's side wheel well was corroded with a hole. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 70,000. ..updated 04-22-14 *bf updated 04/24 /14
ODI 10562206
Body · Suspension
The right, rear wheel well and shock support is nearly entirely rusted out. The rust damage i've observed appears to be much more significant than otherwise would have occurred due to normal wear and tear. The left wheel well is not suffering from the same corrosion problem. A quick google search shows that this is a seemingly widespread problem impacting 2004-2006 ford escapes. I've checked with my local ford…
ODI 10558744
Suspension
About a week ago i noticed a noise in the rear of my escape. After inspection the shock mount appears to have rusted out and completely separated from the vehicle creating a hole the size of my arm in right side passenger wheel well. After further research online this seems to be a common problem that ford claims doesn't exist. I bought my car from a used auto dealership and have not even owned it for a year yet. *tr
ODI 10559249
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, he heard a rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the subframe and the rear passenger's side strut had corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000.
ODI 10567833
Suspension
Right rear quarter panel rusted threw the wall. *tr
ODI 10595913
Engine · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford escape. The contact stated that the rear passenger side shocks were corroded. Additionally, the contact mentioned the vehicle was burning oil excessively. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was…
ODI 10597383