2006 Ford Freestar

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2006 Ford Freestar
BUILT 2026-08-02

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2006: 356 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2004	1227
2005	886
2006	356
2007	64

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 58%

58% of complaints: power train — 207 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE

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I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN MY FORD FREESTAR 2006 AND THE MINIVAN SEIZED, I LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130809

I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON BUSY HIGHWAY, MY FORD FREESTAR WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. LOOKING IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM MY VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120829

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost significant motive power before briefly hesitating and jerking.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231010

POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 38 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

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I WAS STANDING AT THE REAR OF MY SISTER'S NEW 2006 FORD FREESTAR VAN. MY 2 1/2 YEAR OLD SON WAS INSIDE THE VAN. THE VAN WAS NOT RUNNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060705

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 38 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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The alternator caught on fire and burned alternator wring harness.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250227

ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 31 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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The alternator caught on fire and burned alternator wring harness.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250227

I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON BUSY HIGHWAY, MY FORD FREESTAR WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. LOOKING IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM MY VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120829

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. IT WAS LIKE THE ENGINE WOULDN'T GO. HAD TO HAD IT TOWED WITH CHILDREN IN THE CAR AND I WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE MY TRANSMISSION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180117

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 5%

5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060315 — structure

ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH THE POWER LIFTGATE OPTION, THE POWER LIFTGATE MOTOR AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGES AFTER THE LIFTGATE IS POWERED OPEN.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE POWER LIFTGATE MODULE TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOOD THAT THE LIFTGATE COULD FALL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign 06V069000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060804 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20100823 — PE (closed 20110715)

Engine Stalling

I 20120423 — EA (closed 20130502)

Corrosion of Third-Row Seat Attachment

I 20120928 — EQ (closed 20121231)

Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing

R 20130328 — seats

Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and originally sold in,

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Custom

Campaign 13V081000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Ford Freestar — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (207 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (38 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (38 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 06V069000 (structure) has been completed.
Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Verify recall 13V081000 (seats) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2006 Ford Freestar reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford Freestar?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Ford Freestar have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.