Is the 2005 FORD Escape safe to drive?

The 2005 FORD Escape has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 06V111000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

What Happened

The head restraint system in your vehicle is designed to protect your head and neck in a crash. However, in certain SUVs without side air curtains or moonroofs, the head restraint might not provide adequate protection.

Risk if Unfixed

If your vehicle is involved in a crash, the head restraint might not absorb the impact properly, which could lead to personal injury to you or your passengers.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your Ford dealer will add extra energy-absorbing material above the headliner in the A-pillar area, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #06V111000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 06V111000

What This Recall Means

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?