2007 Ford Freestyle: check engine light

Filed Sep 2, 2020 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle started to stall with the check engine warning light appearing on the instrument panel. The contact immediately pulled over and placed the vehicle into park. The contact then placed the vehicle back into drive and the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle failed accelerate above 15 MPH. The following day, the contact attempted to start the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to start. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle was diagnosed with a possible transmission failure. The vehicle was returned to the contact unrepaired. The failure persisted. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

Filed Apr 17, 2019 · Transmission · 172,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. While driving various speeds, the vehicle only shifted into first gear and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 172,000.

Filed May 28, 2017 · Transmission · 94,000 miles · NC

On may 27th, 2017, we were traveling at 50-55 MPH with cruise control engaged on the highway when our ford freestyle began lurching badly and the RPM began surging. In a a few minutes the wrench light came on along with the engine light, battery light, ABS light and airbag light. Our speedometer began flipping back and forth uncontrollably. At that point the vehicle would not exceed 25-30 MPH even at full speed. We could have been rear-ended! We immediately pulled off at a gas station to check the oil levels and check to see what was wrong. We started the vehicle back and returned home cautiously. We took the vehicle to the nearest lube place and got the oil changed. We returned home and researched about the issue. My husband (who is very mechanically inclined) decided to follow a mechanic's advice and cleaned the throttle body thoroughly with seafoam and a toothbrush. It was filthy and had lots of deposits built up on it. He unplugged the battery to reset everything and reinstalled the throttle body. It proved ineffective so we purchased a new throttle body for $320 from advanced auto parts. He installed it today and the problem has not been solved. We are at a loss and are not sure what to do. This issue should have been recalled. I am a mother of 3 and am currently pregnant with my fourth child and I do not feel safe driving this vehicle!

Filed Feb 22, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 102,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate past 2 MPH. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was previously repaired under a manufacturer's recall; however, the remedy failed to prevent the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Oct 30, 2015 · Body · 72,703 miles · ME

Failed inspection due to rust and corrosion on sub frame. Engine light on consistent with recent recall of ford edge due to rust and corrosion. Car has only 72,703 miles and is in very good condition. Other freestyle owners have noted similar dangerous corrosion on sub frame due to "substandard steel and alloys."

Filed Sep 23, 2015 · Transmission · 62,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. When the contact started the parked vehicle, a loud knocking sound was heard coming from the transmission. The throttle control/transmission and the service engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle would not accelerate over 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.

Filed Aug 3, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 190,000 miles · TX · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. When starting the vehicle and shifting into reverse or drive at 2 MPH, the vehicle would lunge forward or backwards as the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the check engine and the wrench warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 190,000.

Filed May 12, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 12,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. The contact stated that the check engine warning lamp flashed several times and then went off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was not able to replicate and diagnose the failure. When the vehicle was in reverse, it independently surged backwards and the contact had to quickly apply the brake pedal each time the failure occurred. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated numerous times upon starting and then stalled. The contact had to apply the brake pedal while at a stop due to the vehicle independently moving forward. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed. The contact was not able to drive the vehicle for several months due to the intermittent failures. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000.

Filed Apr 2, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 68,000 miles · NJ

I have not had a catastrophic incident, yet, but certain to after researching the issue I am experiencing from the CVT transmission in this vehicle. Since about january 2015, while in park or neutral, there is a loud whirring sound, similar to a helicopter. After extensive online research, it seems that most, if not all others who experienced this same issue eventually LED to catastrophic failure of the transmission. I have also experienced the cold weather related issue where once drive is engaged, the check engine light and wrench light illuminate and the car just stumbles when the accelerator is depressed. Letting it run for about 10 to 15 minutes temporarily resolves the issue.

Filed Aug 9, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 112,000 miles · SC

Started making noise like a helicopter. Then it wouldn't change out of gear. It is showing the wrench and the engine light on. Will not shift to different gears at all. I have 4 grandchildren that live with me and that rely on me to get them to dr appts, school, and other places. I also have a pregnant daughter that has had to rely on other people to get to her drs appts. I am very disappointed in the quality of this car. I would not recommend this care to anyone else.

Filed Aug 1, 2014 · Engine · 120,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford freestyle. The contact stated that while shifting into drive, there was a sudden increase of engine RPM's, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and functioned normally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 27, 2014 · Fuel system, Transmission · 84,000 miles · MN

Started to experience engine surge problem that is apparently pretty common. Mostly occurs when accelerating from stopped position. Also check engine light came on. Checked code at napa store. P0109 indicating fuel rail pressure sensor. Local mechanic claimed it to be a fuel filter problem. Had mechanic change filter, problem resolved for very short time period. About month later same problem and engine code. Replaced fuel sensor myself. Problem returned 2 days later without engine code. From my research on this site and others found out about customer satisfaction program 12n03. Called local dealer to look into having vehicle checked. Was informed by service operator that my VIN does not qualify but they would let me pay $150.00 dollars to check out problem. I am thinking I will exercise my free will to get rid of this vehicle for a kia or hyundai model that I can trust.