Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2005 FORD FIVE HUNDREDTransport Canada Recall #2006273
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion that, over time, may wash out grease applied during the manufacturing process. This may allow the latch mechanism to freeze during temperatures significantly below zero degrees Celsius, in combination with a wet environment. As a result, the door latch pawl may not return to the latched position when the door is closed, allowing the door to open while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will: 1) install a shield over the front latches; 2) seal a drain hole in the rear window trim moulding on Freestyle rear side doors; and 3) apply grease to all front and rear side-door latch mechanisms.
13,656 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 06S45Updated June 10, 2026