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2006 Ford Freestyle recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2006 Ford Freestyle, covering 139,537 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchReported October 5, 2006 · 139,537 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and wyoming. The side door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion allowing the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather.
Risk
As a result, the door latch pawl may not return to the latch position when the door is closed, and the door could open while the vehicle is moving.
Remedy
Dealers will install a shield over the front latches; seal a drain hole in the rear window trim molding on the freestyle rear side doors; and apply grease to all front and rear side-door latch mechanisms free of charge. The recall began on november 8, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 06V383000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2006 Ford Freestyle recalls

How do I check if my 2006 Ford Freestyle has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2006 Ford Freestyle have?

1, covering latches/locks/linkages.

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