NHTSA investigationEQ12010
Investigation EQ12010: 2004–2006, 2008–2009 Ford Freestar
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Sep 28, 2012
- Closed
- Dec 31, 2012
- Model years
- 2004–2006, 2008–2009
Subject
Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing
Component: Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
Summary
Please see the attached closing resume summary.It has been attached to this document as a PDF.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 2006 Ford Freestar356 complaints
- 2005 Ford Freestar886 complaints
- 2004 Ford Freestar1,227 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.