2006 Ford Freestar
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Ford Freestar is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 66 on record.
2006 Ford Freestar at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2006 Ford Freestar recalls 3
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, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont,…
Fix: 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 Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH THE POWER LIFTGATE OPTION, THE POWER LIFTGATE MOTOR AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGES AFTER THE LIFTGATE IS POWERED OPEN.
Fix: 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.
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, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2006 Ford Freestar common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 356 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2006 Ford Freestar safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Ford Freestar. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2006 Ford Freestar MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2006 Ford Freestar worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 Ford Freestar costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2006 Ford Freestar trims & engines on record
2006 Ford Freestar vehicles on record
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA522X6BA42839
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52226BA19569
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51686BA60969
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA522X6BA10683
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMDA51656BA49227
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52226BA36596
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51646BA44297
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMDA52246BA59551
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51686BA46585
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52216BA49713
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52286BA25487
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMDA51606BA57378
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52206BA15231
2006 Ford Freestar Cargo2FTZA54686BA50023
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51606BA66765
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52236BA29334
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51656BA49136
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51616BA40837
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51696BA16074
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMDA52266BA21643
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52256BA66174
2006 Ford Freestar SE2FMZA51686BA46635
2006 Ford Freestar Limited2FMDA58256BA29031
2006 Ford Freestar SEL2FMZA52256BA56681
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2006 Ford Freestar — frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Ford Freestar have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Ford Freestar. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford Freestar?
Based on 356 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, seats, electrical system.
What is the 2006 Ford Freestar safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2006 Ford Freestar crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Ford Freestar get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Ford Freestar at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).
How much is a 2006 Ford Freestar worth?
Comparable 2006 Ford Freestar listings run roughly $1,000–$3,500, typically around $2,182 (from 64 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.