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Oct 25, 2017 Air Bags

AIRBAG (CODE 13 AND 51) LIGHTS FLASHING

Oct 25, 2017 Seat Belts

AIRBAG (CODE 13 AND 51) LIGHTS FLASHING

Oct 25, 2017 Air Bags

AIRBAG (CODE 13 AND 51) LIGHTS FLASHING

Oct 25, 2017 Seat Belts

AIRBAG (CODE 13 AND 51) LIGHTS FLASHING

Aug 12, 2013 Electrical System Fire 93,000 mi

VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO HOURS OR SO, AROUND THE LOCAL CITY COMMUNITIES. VAN HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES, WHEN NEIGHBORS NOTIFIED ME OF FIRE. INTENSE FIRE WAS COMING FROM DRIVER'S SIDE/WINDSHIELD/IGNITION/FRONT SEAT AREA, EVENTUALLY CONSUMING ENTIRE INTERIOR OF VA...

Aug 12, 2013 Electrical System Fire 93,000 mi

VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO HOURS OR SO, AROUND THE LOCAL CITY COMMUNITIES. VAN HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES, WHEN NEIGHBORS NOTIFIED ME OF FIRE. INTENSE FIRE WAS COMING FROM DRIVER'S SIDE/WINDSHIELD/IGNITION/FRONT SEAT AREA, EVENTUALLY CONSUMING ENTIRE INTERIOR OF VA...

Jun 13, 2012 Electrical System

HAD THE CLOCK RING REPAIRED (YEAR 2000)DUE TO THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON ,THERE IS NO HORN AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DOESNT WORK. THERE HAS TO BE A RECALL FOR THIS SAFETY PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 13, 2012 Electrical System

HAD THE CLOCK RING REPAIRED (YEAR 2000)DUE TO THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON ,THERE IS NO HORN AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DOESNT WORK. THERE HAS TO BE A RECALL FOR THIS SAFETY PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 8, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline

WE WERE BEGINNING TO EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER. THE FUEL PUMP AND FILTER WAS CHANGED. WE ARE STILL GETTING INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER, BUT WHAT MY CONCERN IS THAT I SAW A RECALL ON NHTSA: 99V028000. I WAS MADE AWARE OF THIS RECALL WHEN I VIEWED AN EPISODE OF COPS WHERE AN AEROSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTE...

Jul 8, 2009 Electrical System

WE WERE BEGINNING TO EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER. THE FUEL PUMP AND FILTER WAS CHANGED. WE ARE STILL GETTING INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER, BUT WHAT MY CONCERN IS THAT I SAW A RECALL ON NHTSA: 99V028000. I WAS MADE AWARE OF THIS RECALL WHEN I VIEWED AN EPISODE OF COPS WHERE AN AEROSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTE...

Jul 8, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline

WE WERE BEGINNING TO EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER. THE FUEL PUMP AND FILTER WAS CHANGED. WE ARE STILL GETTING INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER, BUT WHAT MY CONCERN IS THAT I SAW A RECALL ON NHTSA: 99V028000. I WAS MADE AWARE OF THIS RECALL WHEN I VIEWED AN EPISODE OF COPS WHERE AN AEROSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTE...

Jul 8, 2009 Electrical System

WE WERE BEGINNING TO EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER. THE FUEL PUMP AND FILTER WAS CHANGED. WE ARE STILL GETTING INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER, BUT WHAT MY CONCERN IS THAT I SAW A RECALL ON NHTSA: 99V028000. I WAS MADE AWARE OF THIS RECALL WHEN I VIEWED AN EPISODE OF COPS WHERE AN AEROSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTE...

Jul 5, 2008 Air Bags 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Air Bags 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Jul 5, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING COLUMN DON'T WORK. AIR BAG SYSTEM FLASHES 3-2. NO AIRBAG (PRESUMABLY), CRUISE CONTROL OR HORN FUNCTION. *TR

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Steering 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Structure 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Wheels 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Air 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Power Train 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Wheels 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Electrical System 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Steering 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Structure 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Wheels 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Suspension 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Air 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Power Train 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 12, 2008 Wheels 120,000 mi

FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED, HAD TO REPLACED WITH READING SPRING WORKS, THEY HAD TO SEND THE SPECKS TO CHICAGO. MY FORD AERO STAR 4 WHEEL DRIVE & 4.0 V6 IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM AFTER MARKET. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO BUY NEW OR USED FORD SPRINGS WHICH ARE MADE IN CHINA. THE LOCAL FORD DEALER ADMITS REPLACI...

Feb 6, 2008 Electrical System Fire 110,000 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY, UNTOUCHED, FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS. FIRE ERUPTED ABOUT 7:00 AM. FLAMES WERE COMING THROUGH THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDSHIELD. SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL IN NATURE. CAR IS A TOTAL LOSS. CAR IS COMPLETELY ORIGINAL (NO ELECTRIC ALTERATIONS). CAR HAD BEEN TO THE DEALER WITHIN THE LAST 2...

Feb 6, 2008 Electrical System Fire 110,000 mi

CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY, UNTOUCHED, FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS. FIRE ERUPTED ABOUT 7:00 AM. FLAMES WERE COMING THROUGH THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDSHIELD. SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL IN NATURE. CAR IS A TOTAL LOSS. CAR IS COMPLETELY ORIGINAL (NO ELECTRIC ALTERATIONS). CAR HAD BEEN TO THE DEALER WITHIN THE LAST 2...

Sep 17, 2006 Steering 200,000 mi

THE SEAMS IN THE STEERING WHEEL OOZE BLACK GOO AND FORM DIME SIZED POOLS AROUND THE INSIDE CENTER WHERE THE AIRBAG IS PACKED ...THE DEALER SAID JUST BUY A COVER BUT IT CONTINUES TO LEAK AS A NEW STEERING WHEEL WOULD BE VERY COSTLY DUE TO AIRBAG, I WORRY IF AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY CORRECTLY IN A CRASH. ...

Sep 17, 2006 Steering 200,000 mi

THE SEAMS IN THE STEERING WHEEL OOZE BLACK GOO AND FORM DIME SIZED POOLS AROUND THE INSIDE CENTER WHERE THE AIRBAG IS PACKED ...THE DEALER SAID JUST BUY A COVER BUT IT CONTINUES TO LEAK AS A NEW STEERING WHEEL WOULD BE VERY COSTLY DUE TO AIRBAG, I WORRY IF AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY CORRECTLY IN A CRASH. ...

Feb 1, 2006 Electrical System Fire 100,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED 1994, FORD VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE ON THE FREEWAY ON 8-8-05. SHE WAS NOT HAVING PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE FIRE SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL AND ORIGINATED UNDER THE HOOD. *AK *JB UPDATED 2/7/2006 - THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 97V204000 ON NOV 13, 1997 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE/DRI...

Feb 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 100,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED 1994, FORD VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE ON THE FREEWAY ON 8-8-05. SHE WAS NOT HAVING PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE FIRE SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL AND ORIGINATED UNDER THE HOOD. *AK *JB UPDATED 2/7/2006 - THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 97V204000 ON NOV 13, 1997 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE/DRI...

Feb 1, 2006 Electrical System Fire 100,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED 1994, FORD VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE ON THE FREEWAY ON 8-8-05. SHE WAS NOT HAVING PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE FIRE SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL AND ORIGINATED UNDER THE HOOD. *AK *JB UPDATED 2/7/2006 - THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 97V204000 ON NOV 13, 1997 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE/DRI...

Feb 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 100,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED 1994, FORD VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE ON THE FREEWAY ON 8-8-05. SHE WAS NOT HAVING PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE FIRE SEEMED TO BE ELECTRICAL AND ORIGINATED UNDER THE HOOD. *AK *JB UPDATED 2/7/2006 - THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 97V204000 ON NOV 13, 1997 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE/DRI...

Nov 23, 2005 Tires

1994 FORD AEROSTAR TIRE BLEW (FIRESTONE DAYTON QUADRA SE). *TS THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. *NM

Nov 23, 2005 Tires

1994 FORD AEROSTAR TIRE BLEW (FIRESTONE DAYTON QUADRA SE). *TS THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. *NM

Oct 21, 2005 Air Bags 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Oct 21, 2005 Electrical System 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Oct 21, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Oct 21, 2005 Air Bags 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Oct 21, 2005 Electrical System 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Oct 21, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE HORN WILL NOT WORK. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AS LONG AS THE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD WAS ON. ALSO, THE DEALER TOLD HIM HE HAD A BR...

Nov 13, 2004 Visibility 105,800 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL TO FUNCTION UNLESS LIGHTS ARE ON HIGH BEAM OR WASHER SEQUENCE IS STARTED. *JB

Nov 13, 2004 Visibility 105,800 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL TO FUNCTION UNLESS LIGHTS ARE ON HIGH BEAM OR WASHER SEQUENCE IS STARTED. *JB

Aug 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash 137,000 mi

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WHILE GOING THROUGH AN INNER SECTION BETWEEN 25-30 MPH. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES FROM THE SEAT BELT. MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE TO INVESTIGATE THE CAUSE OF ...

Aug 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash 137,000 mi

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WHILE GOING THROUGH AN INNER SECTION BETWEEN 25-30 MPH. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES FROM THE SEAT BELT. MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE TO INVESTIGATE THE CAUSE OF ...

Mar 10, 2004 Electrical System

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Air Bags

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Service Brakes, Air

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Electrical System

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Air Bags

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Service Brakes, Air

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Mar 10, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THREE DAYS AFTER I HAVE THE VANS WIREING DONE BECAUSE OF A RECALL, MY HORN STOPPED WORKING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED STAYING ON. I CALLED JIM WILSON FORD WHO DID THE REPAIRS I WAS TOLD BY THE HEAD MAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS NOT THERE FALT AND I WOULD ...

Nov 12, 2003 Steering

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Nov 12, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Nov 12, 2003 Electrical System

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Nov 12, 2003 Steering

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Nov 12, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Nov 12, 2003 Electrical System

THE ACCESSORIES IN MY DASH AND STEERING COLUMN ARE SHORTING OUT, AND I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE WHEN MY VAN WAS MADE. I DON'T CARE WHY I JUST WANT TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK AND NOT HAVE MY VAN CATCH ON FIRE. WE HAVE ...

Oct 23, 2003 Structure 109,089 mi

SPARE TIRE FELL-OFF, WITH OUT ANY WARNING, FROM ITS MOUNTING UNDERNEATH THE VAN. WE WERE LUCKY THAT THIS HAPPENED IN A PARKING LOT AND THE VAN WE JUST PARKED. THERE WAS A RATTLE DURING DRIVING, BUT STOPPED WHEN GOING SLOW OR STOPPED. *LA

Oct 23, 2003 Structure 109,089 mi

SPARE TIRE FELL-OFF, WITH OUT ANY WARNING, FROM ITS MOUNTING UNDERNEATH THE VAN. WE WERE LUCKY THAT THIS HAPPENED IN A PARKING LOT AND THE VAN WE JUST PARKED. THERE WAS A RATTLE DURING DRIVING, BUT STOPPED WHEN GOING SLOW OR STOPPED. *LA

Sep 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash

THE VEHICLE HIT A TREE, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB THE CONSUMER SLID ON A PATCH OF ICE AND HIT A TREE IN CENTER OF THE BUMPER. *SCC *JB

Sep 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash

THE VEHICLE HIT A TREE, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB THE CONSUMER SLID ON A PATCH OF ICE AND HIT A TREE IN CENTER OF THE BUMPER. *SCC *JB

Jul 8, 2003 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE GEAR SHIFT CAN BE PUSHED DOWN WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 8, 2003 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE GEAR SHIFT CAN BE PUSHED DOWN WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 90,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT A FRONT COLLISION OCCURRED AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON HER FACE. SINCE THEM SHE HAD A RESPIRATORY PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 90,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT A FRONT COLLISION OCCURRED AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON HER FACE. SINCE THEM SHE HAD A RESPIRATORY PROBLEM. *AK

May 29, 2003 Seat Belts 100,000 mi

DRIVER'S SEATBELT WILL NOT STAY FASTENED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 29, 2003 Seat Belts 100,000 mi

DRIVER'S SEATBELT WILL NOT STAY FASTENED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 15, 2003 Suspension 147,000 mi

FAILURE OF RIGHT REAR COIL SPRING CAUSING EXPLOSIVE TIRE DEFLATION. FAILURE OCCURRED AT THE END OF THE SPRING COATING- CORROSION PRESENT, BUT HIDDEN BY FACTORY COATING OF SPRING. *JB

May 15, 2003 Suspension 147,000 mi

FAILURE OF RIGHT REAR COIL SPRING CAUSING EXPLOSIVE TIRE DEFLATION. FAILURE OCCURRED AT THE END OF THE SPRING COATING- CORROSION PRESENT, BUT HIDDEN BY FACTORY COATING OF SPRING. *JB

May 5, 2003 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE - TRANSMISSION FALLS OUT OF GEAR. *JB

May 5, 2003 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE - TRANSMISSION FALLS OUT OF GEAR. *JB

Mar 25, 2003 Tires

THE RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. *JB

Mar 25, 2003 Tires

THE RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. *JB

Feb 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 72,000 mi

DATE IS APPROXIMATE. 1994 FORD AEROSTAR REAR ENDED AT STOP LIGHT HARD ENOUGH TO BREAK 7X19 CABLE HOLDING SPARE TIRE, AND SEND VEHICLE INTO CAR IN FRONT OF IT WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO BREAK RADIATOR AND AC RADIATOR. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. APPROXIMATLY 3 MONTHS AFTER BACK FROM REPAIRS, THE AIRBAG LIGH...

Feb 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 72,000 mi

DATE IS APPROXIMATE. 1994 FORD AEROSTAR REAR ENDED AT STOP LIGHT HARD ENOUGH TO BREAK 7X19 CABLE HOLDING SPARE TIRE, AND SEND VEHICLE INTO CAR IN FRONT OF IT WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO BREAK RADIATOR AND AC RADIATOR. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. APPROXIMATLY 3 MONTHS AFTER BACK FROM REPAIRS, THE AIRBAG LIGH...

Feb 24, 2003 Electrical System

THE WIRING HARNESS IN MY STEERING COLUME IS DEFECTIVE. THIS WILL BE THE SECOND TIME IN 6 YRS THAT THIS HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE HARNESS CONTROLLS THE AIRBAGE, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROLL. ALSO THE IGITION SWITCH IS FAULTY, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Feb 24, 2003 Electrical System

THE WIRING HARNESS IN MY STEERING COLUME IS DEFECTIVE. THIS WILL BE THE SECOND TIME IN 6 YRS THAT THIS HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE HARNESS CONTROLLS THE AIRBAGE, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROLL. ALSO THE IGITION SWITCH IS FAULTY, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Feb 24, 2003 Electrical System

THE WIRING HARNESS IN MY STEERING COLUME IS DEFECTIVE. THIS WILL BE THE SECOND TIME IN 6 YRS THAT THIS HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE HARNESS CONTROLLS THE AIRBAGE, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROLL. ALSO THE IGITION SWITCH IS FAULTY, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Feb 24, 2003 Electrical System

THE WIRING HARNESS IN MY STEERING COLUME IS DEFECTIVE. THIS WILL BE THE SECOND TIME IN 6 YRS THAT THIS HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE HARNESS CONTROLLS THE AIRBAGE, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROLL. ALSO THE IGITION SWITCH IS FAULTY, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING

Dec 31, 2002 Steering 70,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. SUDDENLY THEY WERE UNABLE TO STEER VEHICLE OR CHANGE GEARS. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED THAT THIS WAS CAUSED BY A PART BRAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Dec 31, 2002 Steering 70,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. SUDDENLY THEY WERE UNABLE TO STEER VEHICLE OR CHANGE GEARS. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED THAT THIS WAS CAUSED BY A PART BRAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Sep 30, 2002 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER STATES THAT A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. NLM

Sep 30, 2002 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER STATES THAT A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. NLM

Jul 29, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE WAS SOLD WITHOUT SAFETY INSPECTION BEING PERFORMED. UNBURNT FUEL FUMES ARE GOING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING DIZZINESS, NASEA, AND DISORIENTATION & HEADACHES. MECHANIC TELLS ME CAR IS MOVING BOMB AS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION WITHIN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. ...

Jul 29, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE WAS SOLD WITHOUT SAFETY INSPECTION BEING PERFORMED. UNBURNT FUEL FUMES ARE GOING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING DIZZINESS, NASEA, AND DISORIENTATION & HEADACHES. MECHANIC TELLS ME CAR IS MOVING BOMB AS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION WITHIN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. ...

May 23, 2002 Power Train

THE TRANFER CASE HEATED UP AND SEPARATED FROM THE TRANSMISSION IN THE PROCESS THE TRANSMSSION WAS CRACKED AND REPLACED, THREE TIMES BY THE MANUFACTURER.*JB THE TRANSFER CASE WAS RECALLED (97V-204) BY THE MANUFACTURER AFTER THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED THREE TIMES. *YH

May 23, 2002 Power Train

THE TRANFER CASE HEATED UP AND SEPARATED FROM THE TRANSMISSION IN THE PROCESS THE TRANSMSSION WAS CRACKED AND REPLACED, THREE TIMES BY THE MANUFACTURER.*JB THE TRANSFER CASE WAS RECALLED (97V-204) BY THE MANUFACTURER AFTER THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED THREE TIMES. *YH

May 20, 2002 Equipment

WHEN PRESSING CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN, ONCE IT GETS HOT, IT POPPED OUT ONTO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER FELT THAT IF THIS HAPPENED IN TRAFFIC DRIVER WOULD HAVE TO TAKE EYES OFF THE ROAD TO FIND LIGHTER IN ODER TO PREVENT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *AK

May 20, 2002 Equipment

WHEN PRESSING CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN, ONCE IT GETS HOT, IT POPPED OUT ONTO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER FELT THAT IF THIS HAPPENED IN TRAFFIC DRIVER WOULD HAVE TO TAKE EYES OFF THE ROAD TO FIND LIGHTER IN ODER TO PREVENT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Mar 22, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN, THEN HEARD A POP WITH A CLOUD. CONSUMER HAD NO LIGHTS, AND STATED THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN AND FILLED THE CAR. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY STATED A GROUND WIRE BURNED, AND CAUSED THE SMOKE.*AK *YH

Mar 22, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN, THEN HEARD A POP WITH A CLOUD. CONSUMER HAD NO LIGHTS, AND STATED THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN AND FILLED THE CAR. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY STATED A GROUND WIRE BURNED, AND CAUSED THE SMOKE.*AK *YH

Mar 21, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE JUST WENT UP IN FLAMES. *AK

Mar 21, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE JUST WENT UP IN FLAMES. *AK

Feb 15, 2002 Structure

WHILE THE LIFT GATE WAS IN THE UP POSITION, ONE STUD SNAPPED OFF AT THE FRAME, DROPPING THE LIFT GATE ON THE BACK OF CONSUMER'S HEAD AND SHOULDERS. *TT

Feb 15, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES CLOCKSPRING IN STEERING COLUMN IS DEFECTIVE CAUSING AIR BAG LIGHT TO COME ON, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL TO FAIL. *TT

Feb 15, 2002 Structure

WHILE THE LIFT GATE WAS IN THE UP POSITION, ONE STUD SNAPPED OFF AT THE FRAME, DROPPING THE LIFT GATE ON THE BACK OF CONSUMER'S HEAD AND SHOULDERS. *TT

Feb 15, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES CLOCKSPRING IN STEERING COLUMN IS DEFECTIVE CAUSING AIR BAG LIGHT TO COME ON, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL TO FAIL. *TT

Nov 30, 2001 Power Train

REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT AXLES WERE DEFFECTIVE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Nov 30, 2001 Power Train

REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT AXLES WERE DEFFECTIVE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Nov 27, 2001 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, CONSUMER HAD TO DISCONNECT ENGINE BATTERY FOR THE LIGHTS TO GO OUT. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED, PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Nov 27, 2001 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Electrical System

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Air Bags

AFTER FORD RECALL FOR REPLACEMENT OF WIRING IN STEERING COLUMN, THE AIRBAG LIGHT BEGAN BLINKING IN A 3/2 PATTERN. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN BOTH CEASED FUNCTION. INDICATES A CLOCKSPRING FAILURE MEANING THAT THE AIRBAG, CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN ARE INOPERATIVE. ALSO, THE REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORTS...

Nov 27, 2001 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, CONSUMER HAD TO DISCONNECT ENGINE BATTERY FOR THE LIGHTS TO GO OUT. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED, PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Nov 27, 2001 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Electrical System

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE ERRATICALLY, THEN GO OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / D...

Nov 27, 2001 Air Bags

AFTER FORD RECALL FOR REPLACEMENT OF WIRING IN STEERING COLUMN, THE AIRBAG LIGHT BEGAN BLINKING IN A 3/2 PATTERN. THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN BOTH CEASED FUNCTION. INDICATES A CLOCKSPRING FAILURE MEANING THAT THE AIRBAG, CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN ARE INOPERATIVE. ALSO, THE REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORTS...

Nov 26, 2001 Power Train

AFTER CONSUMER PARKED VEHICLE AND TOOK KEY OUT OF IGNITION, WHILE GETTING OUT OF VEHICLE, IT STARTED ROLLING BACKWARD, CONSUMER WAS CAUGHT BY DOOR, BRUISED BADLY. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED BY A TREE. SINCE IT ROLLED VERY SLOWLY THERE WAS NO DAMAGE. VEHICLE NOT TAKEN TO DEALER YET. *AK *SLC

Nov 26, 2001 Power Train

AFTER CONSUMER PARKED VEHICLE AND TOOK KEY OUT OF IGNITION, WHILE GETTING OUT OF VEHICLE, IT STARTED ROLLING BACKWARD, CONSUMER WAS CAUGHT BY DOOR, BRUISED BADLY. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED BY A TREE. SINCE IT ROLLED VERY SLOWLY THERE WAS NO DAMAGE. VEHICLE NOT TAKEN TO DEALER YET. *AK *SLC

Sep 17, 2001 Air Bags

AIRBAGS DEACTIVATED. ALSO, VEHICLE HAD NO HORN. AIRBAG LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND OFF.CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED CLOCK SPRING WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Sep 17, 2001 Electrical System

AIRBAGS DEACTIVATED. ALSO, VEHICLE HAD NO HORN. AIRBAG LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND OFF.CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED CLOCK SPRING WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Sep 17, 2001 Air Bags

AIRBAGS DEACTIVATED. ALSO, VEHICLE HAD NO HORN. AIRBAG LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND OFF.CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED CLOCK SPRING WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Sep 17, 2001 Electrical System

AIRBAGS DEACTIVATED. ALSO, VEHICLE HAD NO HORN. AIRBAG LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND OFF.CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED CLOCK SPRING WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Sep 6, 2001 Tires

WHILE HAVING TIRES BALANCED AND ROTATED, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT TIRES WERE SHOWING SIGNS OF TREAD SEPARATION, THE TIRE DEALER EXCHANGED THE SET OF GENERAL/CONTINTAL TIRES (P215/70 R14 AMER1 GYS) WITH ANOTHER SET, HOWEVER ON JUNE 26, 2001 WHILE DRIVING ONE OF THE REPLACEMENT TIRES BEGAN TO EXPERI...

Sep 6, 2001 Tires

WHILE HAVING TIRES BALANCED AND ROTATED, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT TIRES WERE SHOWING SIGNS OF TREAD SEPARATION, THE TIRE DEALER EXCHANGED THE SET OF GENERAL/CONTINTAL TIRES (P215/70 R14 AMER1 GYS) WITH ANOTHER SET, HOWEVER ON JUNE 26, 2001 WHILE DRIVING ONE OF THE REPLACEMENT TIRES BEGAN TO EXPERI...

Sep 6, 2001 Tires

WHILE HAVING TIRES BALANCED AND ROTATED, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT TIRES WERE SHOWING SIGNS OF TREAD SEPARATION, THE TIRE DEALER EXCHANGED THE SET OF GENERAL/CONTINTAL TIRES (P215/70 R14 AMER1 GYS) WITH ANOTHER SET, HOWEVER ON JUNE 26, 2001 WHILE DRIVING ONE OF THE REPLACEMENT TIRES BEGAN TO EXPERI...

Sep 6, 2001 Tires

WHILE HAVING TIRES BALANCED AND ROTATED, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT TIRES WERE SHOWING SIGNS OF TREAD SEPARATION, THE TIRE DEALER EXCHANGED THE SET OF GENERAL/CONTINTAL TIRES (P215/70 R14 AMER1 GYS) WITH ANOTHER SET, HOWEVER ON JUNE 26, 2001 WHILE DRIVING ONE OF THE REPLACEMENT TIRES BEGAN TO EXPERI...

Jul 1, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS IN NC THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED AND POURED OUT TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE VAN BEGAN TO SMOKE AND I PULLED OVER IN A DANGEROUS PLACE. I DECIDED TO TURN AROUND (ALSO IN DANGEROUS PLACE) I WENT BACK TO CHEROKEE, NC AND A MECHANIC SAID THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR AR...

Jul 1, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS IN NC THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED AND POURED OUT TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE VAN BEGAN TO SMOKE AND I PULLED OVER IN A DANGEROUS PLACE. I DECIDED TO TURN AROUND (ALSO IN DANGEROUS PLACE) I WENT BACK TO CHEROKEE, NC AND A MECHANIC SAID THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR AR...

Jun 27, 2001 Electrical System Fire

VHEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE NEAR CENTER OF MOTOR BEHIND WHERE YOU PUT IN THE OIL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR RECALL ON THE ACCESSORY POWER CIRCUIT. I RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL ABOUT THE SWITCH RECALL. THE 94-95 MODELS WHERE ALSO RECALLED DUE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OUT AT FUEL PUMP RES...

Jun 27, 2001 Electrical System Fire

VHEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE NEAR CENTER OF MOTOR BEHIND WHERE YOU PUT IN THE OIL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR RECALL ON THE ACCESSORY POWER CIRCUIT. I RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL ABOUT THE SWITCH RECALL. THE 94-95 MODELS WHERE ALSO RECALLED DUE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OUT AT FUEL PUMP RES...

Jun 25, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 25, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

May 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH LOSS OF COOLANT AND OVERHEATING WHILE DRIVING. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED OF A HEAD GASKET FAILURE. VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER MANUFACTURER'S EXTENDED WARRANTY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

May 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH LOSS OF COOLANT AND OVERHEATING WHILE DRIVING. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED OF A HEAD GASKET FAILURE. VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER MANUFACTURER'S EXTENDED WARRANTY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

May 8, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WOULD JAM AFTER BEING CLOSED. CANNOT USE KEY TO OPEN. SOMETIMES WHILE DRIVING, EITHER UP A HILL OR HITTING A BUMP, SLIDING DOOR WOULD OPEN WITHOUT WARNING. HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC GAVE AN ESTIMATE OF COST OF NEW DOOR REPLACEMENT.*AK *JB

May 8, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WOULD JAM AFTER BEING CLOSED. CANNOT USE KEY TO OPEN. SOMETIMES WHILE DRIVING, EITHER UP A HILL OR HITTING A BUMP, SLIDING DOOR WOULD OPEN WITHOUT WARNING. HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC GAVE AN ESTIMATE OF COST OF NEW DOOR REPLACEMENT.*AK *JB

May 1, 2001 Air Bags

THIS VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT THAT I AM AWARE OF AND OVER A YEAR AGO WHILE DRIVING MY AIR BAG LIGHT POPED ON. WHEN I GOT HOME I CALLED OUR LOCAL FORD GARAGE & THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE AIR BAG NO LONGER WAS WORKING. I FEEL IF YOU BUY THE VEHICLE WITH THE AIR BAG YOU EXSPECT IT TO BE THE...

May 1, 2001 Air Bags

THIS VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT THAT I AM AWARE OF AND OVER A YEAR AGO WHILE DRIVING MY AIR BAG LIGHT POPED ON. WHEN I GOT HOME I CALLED OUR LOCAL FORD GARAGE & THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE AIR BAG NO LONGER WAS WORKING. I FEEL IF YOU BUY THE VEHICLE WITH THE AIR BAG YOU EXSPECT IT TO BE THE...

Apr 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE POWER AND THEN CEASED TO FUNCTION ALTOGETHER, VEHICLE WAS TOWED INTO DEARLERSHIP AND CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE BLOCK WAS CRACKED AND THAT THE ANTI-FREEZE WAS GETTING INTO THE ENGINE, CONSUMER PURCHASED A REBUILT ENGINE. *JB

Apr 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE POWER AND THEN CEASED TO FUNCTION ALTOGETHER, VEHICLE WAS TOWED INTO DEARLERSHIP AND CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE BLOCK WAS CRACKED AND THAT THE ANTI-FREEZE WAS GETTING INTO THE ENGINE, CONSUMER PURCHASED A REBUILT ENGINE. *JB

Apr 22, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 22, 2001 Power Train Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 22, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 22, 2001 Power Train Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

MY CLIENTS, THE FREDERICK FAMILY (FATHER, MOTHER AND 3-YR-OLD DAUGHTER) SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS WHEN THEIR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELLING ON I-40 NEAR NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA. FIRE WAS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT, THEREBY FAI...

Apr 18, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE IS STALLING AT ANY SPEED, AND ANY TIME. DEALER STATED IGNITION MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Apr 18, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE IS STALLING AT ANY SPEED, AND ANY TIME. DEALER STATED IGNITION MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Apr 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT45MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Apr 2, 2001 Structure

WHILE DRIVING NEUMATIC ARM BROKE OFF OF TAIL BACK DOOR. PIECE BROKE OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.*AK *SLC

Apr 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT45MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Apr 2, 2001 Structure

WHILE DRIVING NEUMATIC ARM BROKE OFF OF TAIL BACK DOOR. PIECE BROKE OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.*AK *SLC

Mar 29, 2001 Structure

BOLTS HOLDING HYDRAULIC CYLINDER BROKE RIGHT OFF ON BACK LIFT DOOR. WHEN IT BROKE, IT FELL RIGHT ON CONSUMER'S HEAD. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THEY WERE WILLING TO FIX PROBLEM AT OWNER'S EXPENSE.*AK

Mar 29, 2001 Structure

BOLTS HOLDING HYDRAULIC CYLINDER BROKE RIGHT OFF ON BACK LIFT DOOR. WHEN IT BROKE, IT FELL RIGHT ON CONSUMER'S HEAD. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THEY WERE WILLING TO FIX PROBLEM AT OWNER'S EXPENSE.*AK

Feb 20, 2001 Structure

LEFT LIFTGATE SUPPORT FAILED, RIGHT ONE FAILED 2 MONTHS LATER. *AK THE FIRST FAILURE INJURED THE CONSUMER. *YH

Feb 20, 2001 Wheels

LEFT REAR ALLOY WHEEL WAS CRACKED WITHIN ONE OF THE SPOKES. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED THAT IT WAS OUT OF ITS WARRANTY AND NOTHING WILL DE DONE. *AK THE DEALER INSPECTED THE WHEEL AND CONCLUDED THAT THE WHEEL WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Feb 20, 2001 Structure

LEFT LIFTGATE SUPPORT FAILED, RIGHT ONE FAILED 2 MONTHS LATER. *AK THE FIRST FAILURE INJURED THE CONSUMER. *YH

Feb 20, 2001 Wheels

LEFT REAR ALLOY WHEEL WAS CRACKED WITHIN ONE OF THE SPOKES. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED THAT IT WAS OUT OF ITS WARRANTY AND NOTHING WILL DE DONE. *AK THE DEALER INSPECTED THE WHEEL AND CONCLUDED THAT THE WHEEL WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Jan 30, 2001 Seat Belts

SHOULDN'T SEAT BELTS LAST FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE? *AK

Jan 30, 2001 Seat Belts

SHOULDN'T SEAT BELTS LAST FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE? *AK

Jan 9, 2001 Electrical System

THE STARTER, DISTRIBUTOR, AND IGNITION WIRING WERE ALL REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Electrical System

THE STARTER, DISTRIBUTOR, AND IGNITION WIRING WERE ALL REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

EGO SENSOR WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT AND BACK BRAKES, ROTORS, AND DRUMS ALL NEED REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Tires

REMINGTON TIRES (NO SIZE GIVEN) WERE REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ENGINE FAILURES, CYLINDER HEADS, RADIATOR, WATER PUMP, AND THERMOSTAT WERE ALL REPLACED, VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING AND MISSING. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Equipment

HEATER HOSE WAS REPLACED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Visibility

HEATER HOSE WAS REPLACED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Steering

THE RIGHT OUTER TIE ROD END WAS REPLACED, THE IDLER ARM WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Steering

THE RIGHT OUTER TIE ROD END WAS REPLACED, THE IDLER ARM WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK, ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT LET THE CONSUMER IN OR OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Structure

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK, ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT LET THE CONSUMER IN OR OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED, VEHICLE WAS STUCK IN DRIVE, SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE TRANSMISSION PAN, DEALER ALSO REPLACED THE SHIFTER CABLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED, VEHICLE WAS STUCK IN DRIVE, SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE TRANSMISSION PAN, DEALER ALSO REPLACED THE SHIFTER CABLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Electrical System

THE STARTER, DISTRIBUTOR, AND IGNITION WIRING WERE ALL REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Electrical System

THE STARTER, DISTRIBUTOR, AND IGNITION WIRING WERE ALL REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

EGO SENSOR WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT AND BACK BRAKES, ROTORS, AND DRUMS ALL NEED REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Tires

REMINGTON TIRES (NO SIZE GIVEN) WERE REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ENGINE FAILURES, CYLINDER HEADS, RADIATOR, WATER PUMP, AND THERMOSTAT WERE ALL REPLACED, VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING AND MISSING. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Equipment

HEATER HOSE WAS REPLACED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Visibility

HEATER HOSE WAS REPLACED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Steering

THE RIGHT OUTER TIE ROD END WAS REPLACED, THE IDLER ARM WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Steering

THE RIGHT OUTER TIE ROD END WAS REPLACED, THE IDLER ARM WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK, ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT LET THE CONSUMER IN OR OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Structure

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK, ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT LET THE CONSUMER IN OR OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED, VEHICLE WAS STUCK IN DRIVE, SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE TRANSMISSION PAN, DEALER ALSO REPLACED THE SHIFTER CABLE. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED, VEHICLE WAS STUCK IN DRIVE, SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE TRANSMISSION PAN, DEALER ALSO REPLACED THE SHIFTER CABLE. *SLC

Jan 8, 2001 Tires

WHILE TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEWOUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, DRIVER'S REAR TIRE BLEWOUT. P215/70R14, DOTVDHYJBA48, AFTER MARKET TIRES ON USED VEHICLE. *AK FIRESTONE FIREHAWK S510 TIRES, CONSUMER REPLACED ALL TIRES, BOTH TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Jan 8, 2001 Tires

WHILE TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEWOUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, DRIVER'S REAR TIRE BLEWOUT. P215/70R14, DOTVDHYJBA48, AFTER MARKET TIRES ON USED VEHICLE. *AK FIRESTONE FIREHAWK S510 TIRES, CONSUMER REPLACED ALL TIRES, BOTH TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Nov 21, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES, THER IS A PATTERN, IT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO, FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Nov 21, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES, THER IS A PATTERN, IT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO, FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Nov 21, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES, THER IS A PATTERN, IT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO, FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Nov 21, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES, THER IS A PATTERN, IT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO, FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Nov 20, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 60 MPH ENGINE QUIT 100%. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC. THEY SAID IT WAS A SHORT JUST BEFORE IGNITION SWITCH, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD WIRING HARNESS THAT PRODUCED TOO MUCH HEAT WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF POWER TO THE ENGINE. *AK

Nov 20, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 60 MPH ENGINE QUIT 100%. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC. THEY SAID IT WAS A SHORT JUST BEFORE IGNITION SWITCH, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD WIRING HARNESS THAT PRODUCED TOO MUCH HEAT WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF POWER TO THE ENGINE. *AK

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, LATER THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SHIMMY IN THE FRONT OF THE VAN AND THE DEALER ADVISED THAT IT WAS THE TIRES, THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACING THE TIRES. *SLC

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, LATER THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SHIMMY IN THE FRONT OF THE VAN AND THE DEALER ADVISED THAT IT WAS THE TIRES, THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACING THE TIRES. *SLC

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, LATER THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SHIMMY IN THE FRONT OF THE VAN AND THE DEALER ADVISED THAT IT WAS THE TIRES, THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACING THE TIRES. *SLC

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, LATER THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SHIMMY IN THE FRONT OF THE VAN AND THE DEALER ADVISED THAT IT WAS THE TIRES, THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACING THE TIRES. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Air Bags

WE HAVE JUST MOVED TO ROSWELL, GA FROM WINDER GA. WE KNOW OF OVER 15 PEOPLE WHO HAVE OR HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 1994 AEROSTARS CLOCK SPRING IN THE AIR BAG NOT WORKING. WHEN I CONTACTED FORD THAY SAID IT WAS NOT A PROBLEM, MOST PEOPLE HAVE IT REPARIED OR JUST LET IT GO AS I HAVE. IT'S HARD TO C...

Oct 17, 2000 Air Bags

WE HAVE JUST MOVED TO ROSWELL, GA FROM WINDER GA. WE KNOW OF OVER 15 PEOPLE WHO HAVE OR HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 1994 AEROSTARS CLOCK SPRING IN THE AIR BAG NOT WORKING. WHEN I CONTACTED FORD THAY SAID IT WAS NOT A PROBLEM, MOST PEOPLE HAVE IT REPARIED OR JUST LET IT GO AS I HAVE. IT'S HARD TO C...

Oct 16, 2000 Power Train

THE SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER QUIT WORKING PAST 100,000 MILES, THERE WAS NO WAY TO TELL THE VEHICLES SPEED. NLM

Oct 16, 2000 Power Train

THE SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER QUIT WORKING PAST 100,000 MILES, THERE WAS NO WAY TO TELL THE VEHICLES SPEED. NLM

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

SMELLED WIRES BURNING AFTER THAT HORN WILL NOT WORK CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT WORK

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

SMELLED WIRES BURNING AFTER THAT HORN WILL NOT WORK CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT WORK

Oct 10, 2000 Seat Belts

ALL OF THE REAR SHOULDER AND LAP SEATBELTS DO NOT RETRACT IN EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY STOP, WHICH WOULD NOT PROTECT OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF A CRASH. MECHANIC SAID THAT PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE WEIGHT. *AK *SLC

Oct 10, 2000 Seat Belts

ALL OF THE REAR SHOULDER AND LAP SEATBELTS DO NOT RETRACT IN EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY STOP, WHICH WOULD NOT PROTECT OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF A CRASH. MECHANIC SAID THAT PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE WEIGHT. *AK *SLC

Aug 31, 2000 Electrical System

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BECAME ERRATIC. WHEN SWITCH WAS REMOVED FOR REPLACEMENT , I BECAME AWARE OF THE HARNESS BLOCK BEING MELTED AND CRACKED AROUND 6 OF THE 9 WIRES. THERE HAS BEEN OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THE AEROSTAR RELATING TO CURRENT DRAW IN OTHER PORTIONS OF THEIR HARNESS. TO ME THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE A...

Aug 31, 2000 Electrical System

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BECAME ERRATIC. WHEN SWITCH WAS REMOVED FOR REPLACEMENT , I BECAME AWARE OF THE HARNESS BLOCK BEING MELTED AND CRACKED AROUND 6 OF THE 9 WIRES. THERE HAS BEEN OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THE AEROSTAR RELATING TO CURRENT DRAW IN OTHER PORTIONS OF THEIR HARNESS. TO ME THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE A...

Aug 28, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES 32 AND HORN QUIT WORKING

Aug 28, 2000 Electrical System

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES 32 AND HORN QUIT WORKING

Aug 28, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES 32 AND HORN QUIT WORKING

Aug 28, 2000 Electrical System

AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES 32 AND HORN QUIT WORKING

Aug 22, 2000 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER MIDDLE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RETRACT/RELEASE TO BE USED. BELT HAD BECOME JAMMED IN RETRACTOR. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER & MECHANIC WILL TRY TO REPAIR PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 22, 2000 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER MIDDLE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RETRACT/RELEASE TO BE USED. BELT HAD BECOME JAMMED IN RETRACTOR. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER & MECHANIC WILL TRY TO REPAIR PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 4, 2000 Power Train

RECALL REQUIRED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE BE REPAIRED, IT WAS REPLACED WITH A DEFECTIVE ONE. THE ELECTRONIC CLUTCH IN THE NEW TRANSFER CASE STARTED MAKING POPPING SOUNDS AT APPROX. 8057 MILES. PROBLEM REPORTED WHILE UNDER RECALL PART WARRANTEE BUT I WAS TOLD THE TRANSFER CASE WOULD NOT MAKE THAT SOUN...

Aug 4, 2000 Power Train

RECALL REQUIRED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE BE REPAIRED, IT WAS REPLACED WITH A DEFECTIVE ONE. THE ELECTRONIC CLUTCH IN THE NEW TRANSFER CASE STARTED MAKING POPPING SOUNDS AT APPROX. 8057 MILES. PROBLEM REPORTED WHILE UNDER RECALL PART WARRANTEE BUT I WAS TOLD THE TRANSFER CASE WOULD NOT MAKE THAT SOUN...

Jul 31, 2000 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DOESN'T LOCK. CONSUMER ISN'T ABLE TO BE RESTRAINED WHICH MAKES IT INCONVENIENT. DEALER SAID CONSUMER WAS RESPONSIBLE. DIDN'T HAVE A REASON WHY IT HAPPENED. *AK

Jul 31, 2000 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DOESN'T LOCK. CONSUMER ISN'T ABLE TO BE RESTRAINED WHICH MAKES IT INCONVENIENT. DEALER SAID CONSUMER WAS RESPONSIBLE. DIDN'T HAVE A REASON WHY IT HAPPENED. *AK

Jul 24, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. PROBLEM OCCURRED DUE TO A DEFECTIVE CLOCK SENSOR. *AK THE PROBLEM STARTED AFTER RECALL ON IGNITION PROBLEM WAS FIXED. AIR BAG STARTED BLINKING ON AND OFF. *YH

Jul 24, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. PROBLEM OCCURRED DUE TO A DEFECTIVE CLOCK SENSOR. *AK THE PROBLEM STARTED AFTER RECALL ON IGNITION PROBLEM WAS FIXED. AIR BAG STARTED BLINKING ON AND OFF. *YH

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jul 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jul 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING. TOOK TO MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE GASKETS. ABOUT A MONTH LATER THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND WAS REBUILT BY DIFFERENT MECHANIC. FLUID CONTINUED TO LEAK, GASKETS WERE REPLACED A SECOND TIME. FLUID SPEWED DURING DRIVING, WHICH MECHANIC SAID WA...

Jun 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDINDG NOISE. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THERE WAS METAL TO METAL GRINDING SOUND ON THE ROTORS. THAT WAS WHY SHE WAS HEARING THE GRINDING NOISES. *AK

Jun 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDINDG NOISE. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THERE WAS METAL TO METAL GRINDING SOUND ON THE ROTORS. THAT WAS WHY SHE WAS HEARING THE GRINDING NOISES. *AK

Jun 14, 2000 Air Bags Crash

EMPLOYEE FATALLY INJURED IN CRASH 06/05/00. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. AIR BAG SENSOR APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN MARCH 2000, AFTER COMING ON AND BLINKING. COLLISION WAS WITH A FIXED OBJECT AT APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, ON LEFT FRONT CORNER OF VEHICLE. HAVE THERE BEEN SIMILAR FAILURES REPORTED?*...

Jun 14, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

EMPLOYEE FATALLY INJURED IN CRASH 06/05/00. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. AIR BAG SENSOR APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN MARCH 2000, AFTER COMING ON AND BLINKING. COLLISION WAS WITH A FIXED OBJECT AT APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, ON LEFT FRONT CORNER OF VEHICLE. HAVE THERE BEEN SIMILAR FAILURES REPORTED?*...

Jun 14, 2000 Air Bags Crash

EMPLOYEE FATALLY INJURED IN CRASH 06/05/00. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. AIR BAG SENSOR APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN MARCH 2000, AFTER COMING ON AND BLINKING. COLLISION WAS WITH A FIXED OBJECT AT APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, ON LEFT FRONT CORNER OF VEHICLE. HAVE THERE BEEN SIMILAR FAILURES REPORTED?*...

Jun 14, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

EMPLOYEE FATALLY INJURED IN CRASH 06/05/00. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. AIR BAG SENSOR APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN MARCH 2000, AFTER COMING ON AND BLINKING. COLLISION WAS WITH A FIXED OBJECT AT APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, ON LEFT FRONT CORNER OF VEHICLE. HAVE THERE BEEN SIMILAR FAILURES REPORTED?*...

Jun 1, 2000 Fuel System, Other

NO MATTER HOW MUCH GAS IS IN THE TANK, GAS SENSOR MISREADS IT. IT COULD READ FULL OR ANYWHERE IN BETWEEN.*AK

Jun 1, 2000 Fuel System, Other

NO MATTER HOW MUCH GAS IS IN THE TANK, GAS SENSOR MISREADS IT. IT COULD READ FULL OR ANYWHERE IN BETWEEN.*AK

May 22, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WOULD NOT TRAVEL OVER 35 MPH. TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REBUILT TWO TIMES.HOWEVER, PROBLEM RETURNED AFTER REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. ALSO, WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN THE OFF POSITION, IT CONTINUED TO RUN, CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. ALSO, WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN THE OFF POSITION, IT CONTINUED TO RUN, CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 22, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WOULD NOT TRAVEL OVER 35 MPH. TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REBUILT TWO TIMES.HOWEVER, PROBLEM RETURNED AFTER REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. ALSO, WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN THE OFF POSITION, IT CONTINUED TO RUN, CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 22, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. ALSO, WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN THE OFF POSITION, IT CONTINUED TO RUN, CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 17, 2000 Electrical System

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 17, 2000 Air Bags

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 17, 2000 Electrical System

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 17, 2000 Air Bags

HORN ASSEMBLY/AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT, AND CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 11, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESITATED FOR ABOUT 40 SECONDS. DEALER FLUSHED OUT FLUID AND IT GOT WORSE. CONSUMER SAID IT WAS THE EXACT RECALL LISTED ON WEB. *AK

Apr 11, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESITATED FOR ABOUT 40 SECONDS. DEALER FLUSHED OUT FLUID AND IT GOT WORSE. CONSUMER SAID IT WAS THE EXACT RECALL LISTED ON WEB. *AK

Apr 6, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE HAVE BEEN ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF ENGINE FAILURE AS A RESULT OF A DEFECT OR LEAK IN THE TIMING CASE GASKET OF THIS VEHICLE. WE FEEL THIS LEAK DIRECTLY RESULTED IN THE FAILURE OF THE ENGINE WHICH WE NOW HAVE TO REPLACE AT GREAT EXPENSE. AFTER CONTACTING FORD, THE MANU...

Apr 6, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE HAVE BEEN ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF ENGINE FAILURE AS A RESULT OF A DEFECT OR LEAK IN THE TIMING CASE GASKET OF THIS VEHICLE. WE FEEL THIS LEAK DIRECTLY RESULTED IN THE FAILURE OF THE ENGINE WHICH WE NOW HAVE TO REPLACE AT GREAT EXPENSE. AFTER CONTACTING FORD, THE MANU...

Apr 5, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED A STRONG ODOR COMING FROM THE AIRBAG, CONSUMER STARTED SNEEZING. THEN THE SNEEZING GOT WORSE, AND CONSUMER BLACKED OUT, RESULTING IN A CRASH. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID IT WAS LIKELY THAT THE BAG WAS LEAKING. *AK

Apr 5, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED A STRONG ODOR COMING FROM THE AIRBAG, CONSUMER STARTED SNEEZING. THEN THE SNEEZING GOT WORSE, AND CONSUMER BLACKED OUT, RESULTING IN A CRASH. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID IT WAS LIKELY THAT THE BAG WAS LEAKING. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Air Bags

THE VAN WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING. THEY FOUND THE PROBLEM TO BE A BROKEN CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. CLOCK SPRING HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED BECAUSE OF CHARGE TO OWNER. ALSO, TIRES NEED REPLACING, BUT WARRANTY NOT IN EFFECT UNTIL TIRES ACTUALLY ...

Mar 3, 2000 Air Bags

THE VAN WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING. THEY FOUND THE PROBLEM TO BE A BROKEN CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. CLOCK SPRING HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED BECAUSE OF CHARGE TO OWNER. ALSO, TIRES NEED REPLACING, BUT WARRANTY NOT IN EFFECT UNTIL TIRES ACTUALLY ...

Feb 1, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE MAKING A STOP BY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN CONSUMER TAKE FOOT OF THE PEDAL, VEHICLE WOULD TAKE OFF, FAST IDLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATON. *AK

Feb 1, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE MAKING A STOP BY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN CONSUMER TAKE FOOT OF THE PEDAL, VEHICLE WOULD TAKE OFF, FAST IDLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATON. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Exterior Lighting

RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE DUE TO A SHORT WITHIN THE SWITCH. ALSO, PROBLEM WAS INTERMITENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Exterior Lighting

RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE DUE TO A SHORT WITHIN THE SWITCH. ALSO, PROBLEM WAS INTERMITENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 20, 2000 Power Train

THIS AEROSTAR VAN HAS BEEN AN EXTREMELY GOOD VEHICLE UNTIL WE RECENTLY STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT TRANSFER CASE. WE RECEIVED A RECALL IN 1998 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE, ALTHOUGH ALL THAT WAS REPLACED WAS THE REAR CASE. ABOUT 1 YEAR LATER WE STARTED HAVING LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT TRANSFER C...

Jan 20, 2000 Power Train

THIS AEROSTAR VAN HAS BEEN AN EXTREMELY GOOD VEHICLE UNTIL WE RECENTLY STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT TRANSFER CASE. WE RECEIVED A RECALL IN 1998 FOR THE TRANSFER CASE, ALTHOUGH ALL THAT WAS REPLACED WAS THE REAR CASE. ABOUT 1 YEAR LATER WE STARTED HAVING LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT TRANSFER C...

Jan 15, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Visibility

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Visibility

HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS WHERE EITHER THE HEADLIGHTS OR THE TAILLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK TOGETHER. -- WIPER SWITCH DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK SOMETIMES THE INTERMITTENT SETTING WORKS AND SOMETIMES NOT AND SOMETIMES THE HIGH LOW SETTINGS WILL NOT WORK. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS? *AK

Jan 10, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (97V-204)LEAVING CONSUMER AND FAMILY STRANDED. DRIVESHAFT SHOULD HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO AN ALUMINUM ONE AT TIME OF RECALL REPAIR OF THE TRANSFER CASE TO FULLY REMEDY THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. CONSUMER IS HEARING TRANSMISSON NOISES AGAIN. NLM

Jan 10, 2000 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (97V-204)LEAVING CONSUMER AND FAMILY STRANDED. DRIVESHAFT SHOULD HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO AN ALUMINUM ONE AT TIME OF RECALL REPAIR OF THE TRANSFER CASE TO FULLY REMEDY THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. CONSUMER IS HEARING TRANSMISSON NOISES AGAIN. NLM

Jan 5, 2000 Power Train

THIS VAN RELEASES AUTOMATIC TRANS. FLUID FROM THE SEAL BETWEEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND THE TRANSMISSION BODY. IT DOES THIS WHEN HOT (BUT NOT OVERHEATING), IN THE SUMMER, WHILE TOWING A LIGHT WEIGHT CAMPING TRAILER (LOAD WITHIN FORD TOWING LIMITS). THIS OCCURS TYPICALLY WHILE CLIMBING, BUT ALSO ON...

Jan 5, 2000 Power Train

THIS VAN RELEASES AUTOMATIC TRANS. FLUID FROM THE SEAL BETWEEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND THE TRANSMISSION BODY. IT DOES THIS WHEN HOT (BUT NOT OVERHEATING), IN THE SUMMER, WHILE TOWING A LIGHT WEIGHT CAMPING TRAILER (LOAD WITHIN FORD TOWING LIMITS). THIS OCCURS TYPICALLY WHILE CLIMBING, BUT ALSO ON...

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

VAN IS AT THE DEALER FOR ANOTHER PROBLEM. WHEN CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER, HE CALLED THE DEALER. DEALER SAID BECAUSE THE VAN WAS A HANDICAP USED VAN THEY WOULD HAVE TO CHARGE MORE MONEY. *AK *YC

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

VAN IS AT THE DEALER FOR ANOTHER PROBLEM. WHEN CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER, HE CALLED THE DEALER. DEALER SAID BECAUSE THE VAN WAS A HANDICAP USED VAN THEY WOULD HAVE TO CHARGE MORE MONEY. *AK *YC

Dec 21, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES CONTINOUSLY ALTHOUGH THE AIR BAG DOES NOT DEPLOY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL ALSO FLASH INTERMITTENTLY. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Unknown Or Other

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES CONTINOUSLY ALTHOUGH THE AIR BAG DOES NOT DEPLOY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL ALSO FLASH INTERMITTENTLY. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES CONTINOUSLY ALTHOUGH THE AIR BAG DOES NOT DEPLOY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL ALSO FLASH INTERMITTENTLY. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Unknown Or Other

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES CONTINOUSLY ALTHOUGH THE AIR BAG DOES NOT DEPLOY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL ALSO FLASH INTERMITTENTLY. *AK

Dec 15, 1999 Steering

BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE, GEARS CAN BE CHAGED AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THE VEHICLE MAKES LOUD BUZZING NOISE WHEN USING LEFT TURN SIGNAL. YH

Dec 15, 1999 Exterior Lighting

BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE, GEARS CAN BE CHAGED AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THE VEHICLE MAKES LOUD BUZZING NOISE WHEN USING LEFT TURN SIGNAL. YH

Dec 15, 1999 Steering

BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE, GEARS CAN BE CHAGED AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THE VEHICLE MAKES LOUD BUZZING NOISE WHEN USING LEFT TURN SIGNAL. YH

Dec 15, 1999 Exterior Lighting

BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE, GEARS CAN BE CHAGED AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THE VEHICLE MAKES LOUD BUZZING NOISE WHEN USING LEFT TURN SIGNAL. YH

Nov 1, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT BLINKING ON AND OFF. *ET

Nov 1, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FAILED. *ET

Nov 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. *ET

Nov 1, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT BLINKING ON AND OFF. *ET

Nov 1, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FAILED. *ET

Nov 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. *ET

Oct 15, 1999 Electrical System

ELCTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS MADE ALL THE DASH LIGHTS SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON. BUT, MOST OF THE TIME THEY STAYED OFF. DEALER SAID ONLY ONE INJECTOR WAS BAD. BUT, WHEN CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, THEY REPLACED ALL OF THEM. *AK

Oct 15, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

ELCTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS MADE ALL THE DASH LIGHTS SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON. BUT, MOST OF THE TIME THEY STAYED OFF. DEALER SAID ONLY ONE INJECTOR WAS BAD. BUT, WHEN CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, THEY REPLACED ALL OF THEM. *AK

Oct 15, 1999 Electrical System

ELCTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS MADE ALL THE DASH LIGHTS SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON. BUT, MOST OF THE TIME THEY STAYED OFF. DEALER SAID ONLY ONE INJECTOR WAS BAD. BUT, WHEN CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, THEY REPLACED ALL OF THEM. *AK

Oct 15, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

ELCTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS MADE ALL THE DASH LIGHTS SHUT OFF, THEN BACK ON. BUT, MOST OF THE TIME THEY STAYED OFF. DEALER SAID ONLY ONE INJECTOR WAS BAD. BUT, WHEN CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, THEY REPLACED ALL OF THEM. *AK

Sep 20, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT, AND HORN MALFUNCTION, HAPPENED AT SAME TIME. DEALER TOLD ME THAT A COMMON CIRCUIT WAS MORE THAN LIKELY THE PROBLEM. TOLD ME THAT AIR BAG, AND HORN WOULD NOT WORK UNTIL STEERING COLUMN REMOVED, AND CIRCUIT FIXED. CAR WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION WITH HORN NOT WORKING. FEEL ...

Sep 20, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT, AND HORN MALFUNCTION, HAPPENED AT SAME TIME. DEALER TOLD ME THAT A COMMON CIRCUIT WAS MORE THAN LIKELY THE PROBLEM. TOLD ME THAT AIR BAG, AND HORN WOULD NOT WORK UNTIL STEERING COLUMN REMOVED, AND CIRCUIT FIXED. CAR WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION WITH HORN NOT WORKING. FEEL ...

Sep 15, 1999 Electrical System Fire

WHILE THE VAN WAS PARKED THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE THAT STARTED UNDER THE HOOD ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER THE VAN WAS DRIVEN. FIRE WAS PUT OUT BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. THE VAN WAS TOTALLED. *AK

Sep 15, 1999 Power Train

IN MARCH OF 1995 I TOOK CUSTODY OF MY THREE NIECES, DUE TO THEIR MOTHER'S ADDICTION TO METH. AT THAT POINT WE OWNED A FORD EXCORT, WHICH WE TRADED IN ON THE FORD AEROSTAR IN MAY OF THAT YEAR, WITH APPROXIMATELY 18,000 MILES. WHEN THE VAN REACHED APPROX. 55,000 MILES MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IN PHOENIX ...

Sep 15, 1999 Electrical System Fire

WHILE THE VAN WAS PARKED THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE THAT STARTED UNDER THE HOOD ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER THE VAN WAS DRIVEN. FIRE WAS PUT OUT BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. THE VAN WAS TOTALLED. *AK

Sep 15, 1999 Power Train

IN MARCH OF 1995 I TOOK CUSTODY OF MY THREE NIECES, DUE TO THEIR MOTHER'S ADDICTION TO METH. AT THAT POINT WE OWNED A FORD EXCORT, WHICH WE TRADED IN ON THE FORD AEROSTAR IN MAY OF THAT YEAR, WITH APPROXIMATELY 18,000 MILES. WHEN THE VAN REACHED APPROX. 55,000 MILES MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IN PHOENIX ...

Sep 8, 1999 Suspension

WELD CAME APART ON RIGHT SWAY BAR ASSEMBLY, CAUSING IT TO TEAR THROUGH ANY PARTS SURROUNDING IT. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE HAD STARTED TO OVERHEAT. HAD HEARD A TICKING NOISE PRIOR TO VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER. WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC ENGINE LOST COMPRESSOR PART & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Suspension

WELD CAME APART ON RIGHT SWAY BAR ASSEMBLY, CAUSING IT TO TEAR THROUGH ANY PARTS SURROUNDING IT. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE HAD STARTED TO OVERHEAT. HAD HEARD A TICKING NOISE PRIOR TO VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER. WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC ENGINE LOST COMPRESSOR PART & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Aug 19, 1999 Structure

TAILGATE SUPPORT ARM BROKE. WHEN CONSUMER WENT TO LIFT THE TAILGATE IT COLLAPSED. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 19, 1999 Structure

TAILGATE SUPPORT ARM BROKE. WHEN CONSUMER WENT TO LIFT THE TAILGATE IT COLLAPSED. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 12, 1999 Seat Belts

THE RELEASE BUTTON ON THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE IN THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT WOULD NOT RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. OWNER USED PLIERS TO PULL THE BELT OUT OF THE BUCKLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *YC

Aug 12, 1999 Seat Belts

THE RELEASE BUTTON ON THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE IN THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT WOULD NOT RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. OWNER USED PLIERS TO PULL THE BELT OUT OF THE BUCKLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *YC

Aug 2, 1999 Electrical System

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE FAILURE OF RECALL COMPONENT CAUSED THE ELECTRIC CIRCUIT TO OVER LOAD/SHORT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS OF AIR BAG,HORN,TRANSMISSION AND DOOR ALARM ( 99V029). YH

Aug 2, 1999 Electrical System

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE FAILURE OF RECALL COMPONENT CAUSED THE ELECTRIC CIRCUIT TO OVER LOAD/SHORT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS OF AIR BAG,HORN,TRANSMISSION AND DOOR ALARM ( 99V029). YH

Jul 30, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, ALSO AT ANY RATE OF SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, ALSO AT ANY RATE OF SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Steering Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 35 MPH THERE IS SOME POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN.ALSO, BRAKES ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER WITHIN THE ROAD, AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICEL TO FLIP OVER FOUR TIMES. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 35 MPH THERE IS SOME POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN.ALSO, BRAKES ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER WITHIN THE ROAD, AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICEL TO FLIP OVER FOUR TIMES. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, ALSO AT ANY RATE OF SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, ALSO AT ANY RATE OF SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Steering Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 35 MPH THERE IS SOME POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN.ALSO, BRAKES ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER WITHIN THE ROAD, AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICEL TO FLIP OVER FOUR TIMES. *AK

Jul 30, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 35 MPH THERE IS SOME POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN.ALSO, BRAKES ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER WITHIN THE ROAD, AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICEL TO FLIP OVER FOUR TIMES. *AK

Jul 29, 1999 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT AND CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Jul 29, 1999 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT AND CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED, COULDN'T START UP VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V29000, IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED, COULDN'T START UP VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V29000, IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Electrical System

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER CLAIMED NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Electrical System

RECEIVED NOTICE #99V029000 IN THE MAIL & NOTIFIED THE DEALERSHIP. WAS INFORMED NO PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Electrical System

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER CLAIMED NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Jul 27, 1999 Electrical System

RECEIVED NOTICE #99V029000 IN THE MAIL & NOTIFIED THE DEALERSHIP. WAS INFORMED NO PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Jul 23, 1999 Power Train

01-JUL-97 TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (97V204000) DURING 1ST REPAIR DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION FLUID W/ ENGINE OIL RESULTING IN COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REPAIR. RECALL REPLACEMENT ON 7-01-98 ( ATTORNEY FOR CONSUMER ). *YC

Jul 23, 1999 Power Train

01-JUL-97 TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (97V204000) DURING 1ST REPAIR DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION FLUID W/ ENGINE OIL RESULTING IN COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REPAIR. RECALL REPLACEMENT ON 7-01-98 ( ATTORNEY FOR CONSUMER ). *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHING. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN EXPERIENCING FAILURE. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL IS NOT WORKING. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHING. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN EXPERIENCING FAILURE. *YC

Jul 20, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL IS NOT WORKING. *YC

Jul 19, 1999 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO RECALL COMPONENT PRIOR TO NOTICE (99V-028 OR 99V-029). MJS

Jul 19, 1999 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO RECALL COMPONENT FAILURE, PRIOR TO NOTICE (99V-028 OR 99V-029). MJS

Jul 19, 1999 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO RECALL COMPONENT PRIOR TO NOTICE (99V-028 OR 99V-029). MJS

Jul 19, 1999 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO RECALL COMPONENT FAILURE, PRIOR TO NOTICE (99V-028 OR 99V-029). MJS

Jul 16, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, THERE IS NO HORN FUNCTION. HORN/ABS WIRING IS CONNECTED. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER WIRING CONNECTOR MIGHT BE WRONG. *AK

Jul 16, 1999 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, THERE IS NO HORN FUNCTION. HORN/ABS WIRING IS CONNECTED. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER WIRING CONNECTOR MIGHT BE WRONG. *AK

Jul 16, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, THERE IS NO HORN FUNCTION. HORN/ABS WIRING IS CONNECTED. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER WIRING CONNECTOR MIGHT BE WRONG. *AK

Jul 16, 1999 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, THERE IS NO HORN FUNCTION. HORN/ABS WIRING IS CONNECTED. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER WIRING CONNECTOR MIGHT BE WRONG. *AK

Jul 13, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash

IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH "FUEL CUT OFF VALVE" IT DID NOT OPERATE AT TIME OF CRASH. THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE KEPT RUNNING. AIRBAG INFLATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENT. DRIVER RECEIVED 2ND DEGREE BURN ON FOREARM FROM AIRBAG. BURN SIZE OF DOLLAR BILL. *AK

Jul 13, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash

IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH "FUEL CUT OFF VALVE" IT DID NOT OPERATE AT TIME OF CRASH. THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE KEPT RUNNING. AIRBAG INFLATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENT. DRIVER RECEIVED 2ND DEGREE BURN ON FOREARM FROM AIRBAG. BURN SIZE OF DOLLAR BILL. *AK

Jul 10, 1999 Electrical System

ALSO BROUGHT IN TO DEALER FOR RECALL 99S ON FUEL PUMP WIRING HARNESS AND NO PARTS AVAILABLE

Jul 10, 1999 Electrical System

ALSO BROUGHT IN TO DEALER FOR RECALL 99S ON FUEL PUMP WIRING HARNESS AND NO PARTS AVAILABLE

Jul 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE OVERHEATING. VEHICLE BEEN HAS BEEN BROUGHT TO DEALER FOR REPAIRES ON 11 OCCASIONS, AND NOTHING APPEARED TO WORK. CAN NHTSA HELP OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jul 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE OVERHEATING. VEHICLE BEEN HAS BEEN BROUGHT TO DEALER FOR REPAIRES ON 11 OCCASIONS, AND NOTHING APPEARED TO WORK. CAN NHTSA HELP OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL # 99-V-029-000---UPON REPAIRS, CONSUMER HAS SINCE EXPERIENCED A/B LIGHT --ON-OFF, THE CRUISE DOES NOT WORK, CHECK ENGINE, BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON/OFF AND ALSO THE ABS LIGHT, THESE PROBLEMS DID NOT EXIST UNTIL AFTER VEHICLE WAS IN FOR THE RECALL-99-V-029-000...

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System Fire

I RECEIVED NOTICE OF RECALL REGARDING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT, AND I AM UNSATISFIED WITH FORD'S RESPONSE.RECALL 99V-029000. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Steering

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Air Bags

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL # 99-V-029-000---UPON REPAIRS, CONSUMER HAS SINCE EXPERIENCED A/B LIGHT --ON-OFF, THE CRUISE DOES NOT WORK, CHECK ENGINE, BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON/OFF AND ALSO THE ABS LIGHT, THESE PROBLEMS DID NOT EXIST UNTIL AFTER VEHICLE WAS IN FOR THE RECALL-99-V-029-000...

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System Fire

I RECEIVED NOTICE OF RECALL REGARDING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT, AND I AM UNSATISFIED WITH FORD'S RESPONSE.RECALL 99V-029000. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Steering

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Electrical System

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 22, 1999 Air Bags

COMPLETE RADIATOR FAILURE, TOLD EPOXY BROKE LOOSE, REPLACED WITH NEW, SUSPECT OVERHEATING OF WIRING HARNESS CAUSED RELAY OR FUSABLE LINK FAILURE IN COLUMN/DASH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF CRUISE CONTROL, THEN FULL LOSS, HORN LASS AT SAME TIME, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AT SAME TIME. *AK

Jun 21, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY

Jun 21, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY

Jun 17, 1999 Visibility

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN THE SIDE WINDOW BEHIND THE DRIVER SHATTERED FOR NO REASON. A STRANGE SOUND WAS MADE JUST BEFORE THE GLASS SHATTERED. *AK

Jun 17, 1999 Visibility

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN THE SIDE WINDOW BEHIND THE DRIVER SHATTERED FOR NO REASON. A STRANGE SOUND WAS MADE JUST BEFORE THE GLASS SHATTERED. *AK

Jun 8, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF SEVERAL COMPONENTS DUE TO BAD WIRING, RECALL ON WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH, HOWEVER DENIED REPAIR REFUND OF FAILURE. (99V028 WIRING HARNESS RECALL- NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS). (99V029 IGNITION SWITCH RECALL).MJS

Jun 8, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF SEVERAL COMPONENTS DUE TO BAD WIRING, RECALL ON WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH, HOWEVER DENIED REPAIR REFUND OF FAILURE. (99V028 WIRING HARNESS RECALL- NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS). (99V029 IGNITION SWITCH RECALL).MJS

Jun 8, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF SEVERAL COMPONENTS DUE TO BAD WIRING, RECALL ON WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH, HOWEVER DENIED REPAIR REFUND OF FAILURE. (99V028 WIRING HARNESS RECALL- NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS). (99V029 IGNITION SWITCH RECALL).MJS

Jun 8, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF SEVERAL COMPONENTS DUE TO BAD WIRING, RECALL ON WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH, HOWEVER DENIED REPAIR REFUND OF FAILURE. (99V028 WIRING HARNESS RECALL- NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS). (99V029 IGNITION SWITCH RECALL).MJS

Jun 4, 1999 Air Bags

HAD TO REPLACE THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. SINCE THIS IS PART OF THE SAFETY SYSTEM THIS ITEM SHOULD BE REPLACED AT NO COST. SINCE ITS NOT A MOVING PART THERE SHOULD BE NO REASON FOR IT TO GO BAD. WENT BAD AFTER THE HARNESS RECALL WAS DONE. *AK

Jun 4, 1999 Air Bags

HAD TO REPLACE THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. SINCE THIS IS PART OF THE SAFETY SYSTEM THIS ITEM SHOULD BE REPLACED AT NO COST. SINCE ITS NOT A MOVING PART THERE SHOULD BE NO REASON FOR IT TO GO BAD. WENT BAD AFTER THE HARNESS RECALL WAS DONE. *AK

May 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V029000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE RECALL PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V029000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE RECALL PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 28, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. CONTACTED DEALER AND NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 27, 1999 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING/STOPPING/TURNING OFF, AND REMOVING THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, VEHICLE WILL STILL RUN. ONSUMER HAS TO PUT THE STEERING GEAR INTO LOCK IN ORDER FOR THE VEHCILE TO BE OFF. DEALER REPAIREDTHE PROBLEM. *AK

May 27, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 27, 1999 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING/STOPPING/TURNING OFF, AND REMOVING THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, VEHICLE WILL STILL RUN. ONSUMER HAS TO PUT THE STEERING GEAR INTO LOCK IN ORDER FOR THE VEHCILE TO BE OFF. DEALER REPAIREDTHE PROBLEM. *AK

May 27, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 25, 1999 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CAUSING OVERHEATING AND FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, AFTER RECALL WORK PERFORMED SEVERAL DAMAGED COMPONENTS CONTINUED TO FAIL (WIPERS, LIGHTING, ETC.) (99V-029). MJS

May 25, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILED CAUSING LEAKAGE INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT, REQUIRED COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT. MJS

May 25, 1999 Power Train

RECALL WORK COMPLETED ON THE TRANSFER CASE ON JULY 1998, HOWEVER TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REBUILT ON MARCH 1999, TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING. MJS

May 25, 1999 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CAUSING OVERHEATING AND FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, AFTER RECALL WORK PERFORMED SEVERAL DAMAGED COMPONENTS CONTINUED TO FAIL (WIPERS, LIGHTING, ETC.) (99V-029). MJS

May 25, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILED CAUSING LEAKAGE INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT, REQUIRED COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT. MJS

May 25, 1999 Power Train

RECALL WORK COMPLETED ON THE TRANSFER CASE ON JULY 1998, HOWEVER TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REBUILT ON MARCH 1999, TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING. MJS

May 23, 1999 Exterior Lighting

OUR AUTOMATIC HEAD LIGHTS HAVE WORKED OFF AND ON .OFF MORE THAN ON.WE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS AND LOVED OUR MINIVAN UNTILL YESTERDAY IT STARTED MAKING A FUNNY NOISE ,AND WE FOUND OUT THAT THE CRANKSHAFT WAS BROKEN.WHEN A YOU OWN A NEWER MODEL VEHICLE YOU EXPECT ,AND IT BRAKES DOWN FOR THE FIRST TIME ...

May 23, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

OUR AUTOMATIC HEAD LIGHTS HAVE WORKED OFF AND ON .OFF MORE THAN ON.WE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS AND LOVED OUR MINIVAN UNTILL YESTERDAY IT STARTED MAKING A FUNNY NOISE ,AND WE FOUND OUT THAT THE CRANKSHAFT WAS BROKEN.WHEN A YOU OWN A NEWER MODEL VEHICLE YOU EXPECT ,AND IT BRAKES DOWN FOR THE FIRST TIME ...

May 23, 1999 Exterior Lighting

OUR AUTOMATIC HEAD LIGHTS HAVE WORKED OFF AND ON .OFF MORE THAN ON.WE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS AND LOVED OUR MINIVAN UNTILL YESTERDAY IT STARTED MAKING A FUNNY NOISE ,AND WE FOUND OUT THAT THE CRANKSHAFT WAS BROKEN.WHEN A YOU OWN A NEWER MODEL VEHICLE YOU EXPECT ,AND IT BRAKES DOWN FOR THE FIRST TIME ...

May 23, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

OUR AUTOMATIC HEAD LIGHTS HAVE WORKED OFF AND ON .OFF MORE THAN ON.WE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS AND LOVED OUR MINIVAN UNTILL YESTERDAY IT STARTED MAKING A FUNNY NOISE ,AND WE FOUND OUT THAT THE CRANKSHAFT WAS BROKEN.WHEN A YOU OWN A NEWER MODEL VEHICLE YOU EXPECT ,AND IT BRAKES DOWN FOR THE FIRST TIME ...

May 22, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

GASOLINE FUMES PERVADE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. REPEATED "REPAIRS" AT DEALER HAVE NOT FIXED PROBLEM. *AK

May 22, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

GASOLINE FUMES PERVADE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. REPEATED "REPAIRS" AT DEALER HAVE NOT FIXED PROBLEM. *AK

May 17, 1999 Air Bags

CLOCK SPRING ON THE AIR BAG WIRING WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN BROKE, CAUSING THE AIR BAG/CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN TO BECOME INOPERABLE. *AK

May 17, 1999 Air Bags

CLOCK SPRING ON THE AIR BAG WIRING WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN BROKE, CAUSING THE AIR BAG/CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN TO BECOME INOPERABLE. *AK

May 16, 1999 Seat Belts

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASHBOARD BLINKS A "32"ERROR CODE. THAT IS, WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, THE LIGHT BLINKS 3 TIMES PAUSES, THEN BLINKS 2 TIMES. AFTER A LONGER PAUSE, THE SEQUENCE REPEATS AGAIN AND AGAIN. IF THE ENGINE IS STOPPED AND THE IGNITION SWITCH IS PUT INTO THE ACCESSORY POSITION, T...

May 16, 1999 Seat Belts

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASHBOARD BLINKS A "32"ERROR CODE. THAT IS, WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, THE LIGHT BLINKS 3 TIMES PAUSES, THEN BLINKS 2 TIMES. AFTER A LONGER PAUSE, THE SEQUENCE REPEATS AGAIN AND AGAIN. IF THE ENGINE IS STOPPED AND THE IGNITION SWITCH IS PUT INTO THE ACCESSORY POSITION, T...

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE 4 BOLTS HOLDING THE FAN ONTO THE WATER PUMP. ONE FELL OUT AND DESTROYED THE SERPENTINE BELT, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL ACCESSORY FUNCTIONS. ANOTHER BOLT LACKED A LOCK WASHER (THE CULPRIT MAY HAVE, TOO.) *AK

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE 4 BOLTS HOLDING THE FAN ONTO THE WATER PUMP. ONE FELL OUT AND DESTROYED THE SERPENTINE BELT, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL ACCESSORY FUNCTIONS. ANOTHER BOLT LACKED A LOCK WASHER (THE CULPRIT MAY HAVE, TOO.) *AK

May 13, 1999 Exterior Lighting Fire

DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT HEAT LOAD CAUSED SHORTING AT THE MULTIFUNCTION RELAY ASSEMBLEY LIGHTS SHORTED OUT AND CAR FILLED WITH DENSE SMOKE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT NIGHT WITHOUT LIGHTS. EMEGENCY REPAIRS HAD TO BE MADE BEFORE CAR COULD BE MOVED TO SAVE ...

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE 4 BOLTS HOLDING THE FAN ONTO THE WATER PUMP. ONE FELL OUT AND DESTROYED THE SERPENTINE BELT, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL ACCESSORY FUNCTIONS. ANOTHER BOLT LACKED A LOCK WASHER (THE CULPRIT MAY HAVE, TOO.) *AK

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE 4 BOLTS HOLDING THE FAN ONTO THE WATER PUMP. ONE FELL OUT AND DESTROYED THE SERPENTINE BELT, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL ACCESSORY FUNCTIONS. ANOTHER BOLT LACKED A LOCK WASHER (THE CULPRIT MAY HAVE, TOO.) *AK

May 13, 1999 Exterior Lighting Fire

DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT HEAT LOAD CAUSED SHORTING AT THE MULTIFUNCTION RELAY ASSEMBLEY LIGHTS SHORTED OUT AND CAR FILLED WITH DENSE SMOKE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT NIGHT WITHOUT LIGHTS. EMEGENCY REPAIRS HAD TO BE MADE BEFORE CAR COULD BE MOVED TO SAVE ...

May 12, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH (RECALL 99V-029) PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE RESULTING IN BURNING DAMAGE TO THE WIRING HARNESS. MJS

May 12, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH (RECALL 99V-029) PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE RESULTING IN BURNING DAMAGE TO THE WIRING HARNESS. MJS

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

AFTER VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH, THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON . THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

May 10, 1999 Air Bags

AFTER VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH, THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON . THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

AFTER VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH, THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON . THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

May 10, 1999 Air Bags

AFTER VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, IGNITION SWITCH, THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON . THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

May 5, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. AFTER DEALER PERFORMED THE WORK. CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK. CONUSMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. DEALER CHARGED CONSUMER FOR WORK PERFORMED THE SECOND TI...

May 5, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. AFTER DEALER PERFORMED THE WORK. CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK. CONUSMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. DEALER CHARGED CONSUMER FOR WORK PERFORMED THE SECOND TI...

May 5, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. AFTER DEALER PERFORMED THE WORK. CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK. CONUSMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. DEALER CHARGED CONSUMER FOR WORK PERFORMED THE SECOND TI...

May 5, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 99V029000, CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. AFTER DEALER PERFORMED THE WORK. CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK. CONUSMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. DEALER CHARGED CONSUMER FOR WORK PERFORMED THE SECOND TI...

May 4, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING, INDICATING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM WHICH MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY IN A CRASH OR UPON DEPLOYING UNEXPECTEDLY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 4, 1999 Air Bags

THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING, INDICATING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM WHICH MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY IN A CRASH OR UPON DEPLOYING UNEXPECTEDLY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 28, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AND VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AND VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 28, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AND VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AND VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLS. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 20, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER CLAIMS PRIOR TO RECEIVING A RECALL LETTER ON FOR IGNITION SWITCH THE VEHICLE RAN FINE. AFTER TAKING IT IN TO BE CHANGED VEHICLE WON'T START UP. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 20, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER CLAIMS PRIOR TO RECEIVING A RECALL LETTER ON FOR IGNITION SWITCH THE VEHICLE RAN FINE. AFTER TAKING IT IN TO BE CHANGED VEHICLE WON'T START UP. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 16, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE AT DEALER BEING REPAIRED FOR RECALLED COMPONENT MECHANIC POSSIBLY BAMAGED OTHER COMPONENTS CAUSING THE HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. (RECALL 99V029000) NLM

Apr 16, 1999 Exterior Lighting

TAIL LIGHT FAILED.

Apr 16, 1999 Visibility

MIRROR DOES NOT MOVE PROPERLY.

Apr 16, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE AT DEALER BEING REPAIRED FOR RECALLED COMPONENT MECHANIC POSSIBLY BAMAGED OTHER COMPONENTS CAUSING THE HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. (RECALL 99V029000) NLM

Apr 16, 1999 Exterior Lighting

TAIL LIGHT FAILED.

Apr 16, 1999 Visibility

MIRROR DOES NOT MOVE PROPERLY.

Apr 5, 1999 Structure Fire

WATER GETS IN UNDERNTEATH THE FLOORING ONTO CARPET. CARPET BECOMES SOAKING WET. THIS HAPPENS WHEN ITS RAINING. *AK

Apr 5, 1999 Structure Fire

WATER GETS IN UNDERNTEATH THE FLOORING ONTO CARPET. CARPET BECOMES SOAKING WET. THIS HAPPENS WHEN ITS RAINING. *AK

Mar 31, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

SMELL OF GAS FUME FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE GRADUALLY BECAME WORSE AND INTOLERABLE. DEALER CORRECTED PROBLEM BY REPLACING THE FUEL PUMP GASKET.

Mar 31, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

SMELL OF GAS FUME FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE GRADUALLY BECAME WORSE AND INTOLERABLE. DEALER CORRECTED PROBLEM BY REPLACING THE FUEL PUMP GASKET.

Mar 25, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE HAS REPEATEDLY LEAKED AND EVENTUALLY BLEW. IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON/REPLACED 8 TIMES. STILL LEAKING AFTER RECALL REPLACEMENT (97V204000). DEALER REFUSES TO REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY DUE TO THEIR 12 MONTHS/12000MI PARTS POLICY. *AK

Mar 25, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE HAS REPEATEDLY LEAKED AND EVENTUALLY BLEW. IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON/REPLACED 8 TIMES. STILL LEAKING AFTER RECALL REPLACEMENT (97V204000). DEALER REFUSES TO REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY DUE TO THEIR 12 MONTHS/12000MI PARTS POLICY. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING THE THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SKID. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT SWITCH WAS DEFECTIVE, AND WIRING MELTED AND COULD NOT REGISTER WHEN BRAKES WERE WORN OUT. DEALER CONTACTED, AND PROBLEM WAS REMEDIED. VEHICLE DID NOT COMPLY TO RECALL 98E010000. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT SWITCH WAS DEFECTIVE, AND WIRING MELTED AND COULD NOT REGISTER WHEN BRAKES WERE WORN OUT. DEALER CONTACTED, AND PROBLEM WAS REMEDIED. VEHICLE DID NOT COMPLY TO RECALL 98E010000. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING THE THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SKID. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT SWITCH WAS DEFECTIVE, AND WIRING MELTED AND COULD NOT REGISTER WHEN BRAKES WERE WORN OUT. DEALER CONTACTED, AND PROBLEM WAS REMEDIED. VEHICLE DID NOT COMPLY TO RECALL 98E010000. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 24, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT SWITCH WAS DEFECTIVE, AND WIRING MELTED AND COULD NOT REGISTER WHEN BRAKES WERE WORN OUT. DEALER CONTACTED, AND PROBLEM WAS REMEDIED. VEHICLE DID NOT COMPLY TO RECALL 98E010000. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 23, 1999 Air Bags

SUSPECT UNDERLYING PROBLEM WITH AIRBAG CIRCUITRY. AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS 3/2. THIS WAS FIRST REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY BY DEALER HOLLYWOOD LINCOLN MERCURY IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA UNDER WARRANTY LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO. THE CLOCKSPRING MECHANISM WAS REPLACED. NOW AGAIN THE AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS 3/2, AND DIAGNOS...

Mar 23, 1999 Electrical System

RECALL 99VO29, IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR UNTILL 5/3/99. *AK

Mar 23, 1999 Air Bags

SUSPECT UNDERLYING PROBLEM WITH AIRBAG CIRCUITRY. AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS 3/2. THIS WAS FIRST REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY BY DEALER HOLLYWOOD LINCOLN MERCURY IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA UNDER WARRANTY LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO. THE CLOCKSPRING MECHANISM WAS REPLACED. NOW AGAIN THE AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS 3/2, AND DIAGNOS...

Mar 23, 1999 Electrical System

RECALL 99VO29, IGNITION SWITCH SHORT. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR UNTILL 5/3/99. *AK

Mar 8, 1999 Wheels

ON THE DATE LISTED MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL/TIRE FELL OFF. THIS IS MY WIFE'S WORK CAR AND SHE THOUGHT SHE COULD HEAR SOMETHING DIFFERENT. SO I DROVE IT TO WORK THE NEXT DAY. I THOUGHT I COULD FEEL SOME ROUGHNESS SIGHTLY THROUGH MY PEDAL BUT IT WOULD COME AND GO. I THOUGHT IT COULD BE A U-JO...

Mar 8, 1999 Wheels

ON THE DATE LISTED MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL/TIRE FELL OFF. THIS IS MY WIFE'S WORK CAR AND SHE THOUGHT SHE COULD HEAR SOMETHING DIFFERENT. SO I DROVE IT TO WORK THE NEXT DAY. I THOUGHT I COULD FEEL SOME ROUGHNESS SIGHTLY THROUGH MY PEDAL BUT IT WOULD COME AND GO. I THOUGHT IT COULD BE A U-JO...

Mar 2, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, HOWEVER REPAIR IS NOT SUFFICIENT OR PROPER, ORIGINAL TRANSFER CASE REPLACED WITHOUT THE ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION.

Mar 2, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, HOWEVER REPAIR IS NOT SUFFICIENT OR PROPER, ORIGINAL TRANSFER CASE REPLACED WITHOUT THE ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION.

Mar 2, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, HOWEVER REPAIR IS NOT SUFFICIENT OR PROPER, ORIGINAL TRANSFER CASE REPLACED WITHOUT THE ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION.

Mar 2, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, HOWEVER REPAIR IS NOT SUFFICIENT OR PROPER, ORIGINAL TRANSFER CASE REPLACED WITHOUT THE ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION.

Feb 27, 1999 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT CAUSED WIRING TO OVERHEAT AND BURN IN STEERING COLUMN AREA.

Feb 27, 1999 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT CAUSED WIRING TO OVERHEAT AND BURN IN STEERING COLUMN AREA.

Jan 29, 1999 Seats

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 29, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 29, 1999 Power Train

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 29, 1999 Seats

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 29, 1999 Steering

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 29, 1999 Power Train

NO SUMMARY.

Jan 25, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE BROKE WHILE DRIVING PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE.

Jan 25, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE BROKE WHILE DRIVING PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE.

Dec 31, 1998 Electrical System Fire

A FIRE STARTED IN THE STEERING COLUMN BELOW THE DASH AREA DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSE UNKNOWN. WIRING HARNESS WAS DAMAGED AND REPLACED, AS WELL AS IGNITION SWITCH AND LIGHT SWITCH. FORD NOTIFIED OF PROBLEM, OWNER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS. *AK.ET.

Dec 31, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Dec 31, 1998 Electrical System Fire

A FIRE STARTED IN THE STEERING COLUMN BELOW THE DASH AREA DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSE UNKNOWN. WIRING HARNESS WAS DAMAGED AND REPLACED, AS WELL AS IGNITION SWITCH AND LIGHT SWITCH. FORD NOTIFIED OF PROBLEM, OWNER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS. *AK.ET.

Dec 31, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Dec 18, 1998 Equipment

THE DESIGN OF THE JACK KIT WAS INSUFFICIENT IN THAT THE LUG WRENCH DID NO OFFER ENOUGH TORQUE TO LIFT VEHICLE TO REMOVE AND REPLACE TIRE.

Dec 18, 1998 Tires

TIRE BLEW OUT.

Dec 18, 1998 Equipment

THE DESIGN OF THE JACK KIT WAS INSUFFICIENT IN THAT THE LUG WRENCH DID NO OFFER ENOUGH TORQUE TO LIFT VEHICLE TO REMOVE AND REPLACE TIRE.

Dec 18, 1998 Tires

TIRE BLEW OUT.

Dec 14, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD UNDERNEATH VEHICLE KEEPS FALLING OFF. WAS INFORMED SOLDER JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY CORRODED. THIS CAUSED THE SHIELDS TO DRAG ON THE HIGHWAY. *AK

Dec 14, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD UNDERNEATH VEHICLE KEEPS FALLING OFF. WAS INFORMED SOLDER JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY CORRODED. THIS CAUSED THE SHIELDS TO DRAG ON THE HIGHWAY. *AK

Nov 30, 1998 Electrical System Fire

WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE UP THERE WAS ALOT OF SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, AND THE SMOKE MELTED THE WIRES. THE CONSUMER STATED ONE COULD SEE THE SMOKE. *AK

Nov 30, 1998 Electrical System Fire

WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE UP THERE WAS ALOT OF SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, AND THE SMOKE MELTED THE WIRES. THE CONSUMER STATED ONE COULD SEE THE SMOKE. *AK

Nov 21, 1998 Power Train Fire

NOVEMBER 21, 1998 THIS COMPLAINT HAS ALREADY BEEN INVESTIGATED AND A RECALL HAS BEEN ORDERED. WE HAD ALREADY REPAIRED OUR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN BECAUSE IT BROKE DOWN ON OCTOBER 4, 1997. WE SUBMITTED A REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT ON AUGUST 7, 1998. AS OF NOVEMBER 21, 1998, WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED A ...

Nov 21, 1998 Power Train Fire

NOVEMBER 21, 1998 THIS COMPLAINT HAS ALREADY BEEN INVESTIGATED AND A RECALL HAS BEEN ORDERED. WE HAD ALREADY REPAIRED OUR 1994 FORD AEROSTAR VAN BECAUSE IT BROKE DOWN ON OCTOBER 4, 1997. WE SUBMITTED A REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT ON AUGUST 7, 1998. AS OF NOVEMBER 21, 1998, WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED A ...

Nov 9, 1998 Latches/locks/linkages

BACK LATCH WITHIN SLIDING DOOR IS BROKEN, CAUSING THE DOOR TO BECOME STUCK ,WILL NOT OPEN.THIS COULD RESULT IN INJURIES. *AK

Nov 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A DECLINE THE BRAKES START SMOKING. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE SHOES. PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Nov 9, 1998 Latches/locks/linkages

BACK LATCH WITHIN SLIDING DOOR IS BROKEN, CAUSING THE DOOR TO BECOME STUCK ,WILL NOT OPEN.THIS COULD RESULT IN INJURIES. *AK

Nov 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A DECLINE THE BRAKES START SMOKING. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE SHOES. PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Oct 20, 1998 Electrical System Fire

WHILE PARKED VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIR EDUE TO A SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS. *AK

Oct 20, 1998 Electrical System Fire

WHILE PARKED VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIR EDUE TO A SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS. *AK

Sep 28, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WHILE TRAVELING HEADLIGHTS WOULD SHUT OFF WITHOUT INDICATIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 28, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WHILE TRAVELING HEADLIGHTS WOULD SHUT OFF WITHOUT INDICATIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 11, 1998 Tires

SPARE TIRE CABLE BROKE, CAUSING TIRE TO FALL OFF. QCAW

Sep 11, 1998 Tires

SPARE TIRE CABLE BROKE, CAUSING TIRE TO FALL OFF. QCAW

Sep 9, 1998 Structure

LIFTGATE SHOCK BOLT THAT HOLDS LIFTGATE SNAPPED IN TWO, CAUSING LIFTGATE TO FALL WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN INJURIES. *AK

Sep 9, 1998 Structure

LIFTGATE SHOCK BOLT THAT HOLDS LIFTGATE SNAPPED IN TWO, CAUSING LIFTGATE TO FALL WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN INJURIES. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Air Bags Crash

WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 21, 1998 Air Bags Crash

WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 14, 1998 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE GETS HOT AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DEALER CAN'T TELL WHAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 6, 1998 Electrical System Fire

EA98016; WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED AND A FIRE CAME FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. CURRENTLY AT DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 6, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

EA98016; WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED AND A FIRE CAME FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. CURRENTLY AT DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 6, 1998 Electrical System Fire

EA98016; WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED AND A FIRE CAME FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. CURRENTLY AT DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 6, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

EA98016; WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED AND A FIRE CAME FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. CURRENTLY AT DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 5, 1998 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED IN TWO YEAR OLD VEHICLE. LEARNED AFTER REPLACEMENT, THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON TRANSFER CASE; SHOULD THERE BE A REIMBURSEMENT?

Aug 5, 1998 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED IN TWO YEAR OLD VEHICLE. LEARNED AFTER REPLACEMENT, THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON TRANSFER CASE; SHOULD THERE BE A REIMBURSEMENT?

Jul 14, 1998 Power Train Fire

WAS DRIVING 7 KIDS IN VEHICLE, GOING ABOUT 45MPH, WHEN TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. ANOTHER TRUCK FORCED AEROSTAR OFF ROAD DUE TO BEING ON FIRE. FLAMES HAD MADE TANK GLOW RED. FLAMES PUT OUT W/FIRE EXTINGUISHER. VEHICLE TOWED TO FORD DEALER. REPAIRS DONE ON TRANSFER CAS...

Jul 14, 1998 Power Train Fire

WAS DRIVING 7 KIDS IN VEHICLE, GOING ABOUT 45MPH, WHEN TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. ANOTHER TRUCK FORCED AEROSTAR OFF ROAD DUE TO BEING ON FIRE. FLAMES HAD MADE TANK GLOW RED. FLAMES PUT OUT W/FIRE EXTINGUISHER. VEHICLE TOWED TO FORD DEALER. REPAIRS DONE ON TRANSFER CAS...

Jun 8, 1998 Power Train

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ABOUT 40MPH. NOTICED VEHICLE STARTED GOING IN NEUTRAL. TOOK TO DEALER & NOTHING WAS DONE BY MECHANICS. DECIDED TO TAKE VEHICLE TO AMOCO. MECHANIC FOUND 2 CLUTCHES FUSED TOGETHER. FRICTION PLATES BETWEEN CLUTCH DISINTERGRATED. BUSHINGS BURNT OUT & WARPED PUMP. *AK

Jun 8, 1998 Power Train

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ABOUT 40MPH. NOTICED VEHICLE STARTED GOING IN NEUTRAL. TOOK TO DEALER & NOTHING WAS DONE BY MECHANICS. DECIDED TO TAKE VEHICLE TO AMOCO. MECHANIC FOUND 2 CLUTCHES FUSED TOGETHER. FRICTION PLATES BETWEEN CLUTCH DISINTERGRATED. BUSHINGS BURNT OUT & WARPED PUMP. *AK

May 28, 1998 Power Train

REAR DRIVE TRAIN FAILURE.

May 28, 1998 Power Train

REAR DRIVE TRAIN FAILURE.

May 18, 1998 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED SMOKING . CONSUMER CALLED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 18, 1998 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED SMOKING . CONSUMER CALLED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 13, 1998 Structure

LIFTGATE GAS LIFT MOURING STUD TO BODY BROKE, CAUSING THE LIFTGATE TO FALL CLOSED.

May 13, 1998 Structure

LIFTGATE GAS LIFT MOURING STUD TO BODY BROKE, CAUSING THE LIFTGATE TO FALL CLOSED.

Apr 10, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT FILLS WITH GASOLINE FUMES, ESPECIALLY IF EVEN A SMALL OVERFLOW OCCURS, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Apr 10, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT FILLS WITH GASOLINE FUMES, ESPECIALLY IF EVEN A SMALL OVERFLOW OCCURS, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Mar 31, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Mar 31, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Mar 26, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STUCK, CAUSING SUDDEN ACCELERAION.

Mar 26, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STUCK, CAUSING SUDDEN ACCELERAION.

Mar 19, 1998 Power Train

GEAR SHIFT CABLE BROKE TWICE. *AK

Mar 19, 1998 Power Train

GEAR SHIFT CABLE BROKE TWICE. *AK

Mar 12, 1998 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL: WHILE DRIVING SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE. DEALER SAID CAUSE OF SMOKE WAS THE WIRING HARNESS WHICH WAS BEING REPLACED. *AK

Mar 12, 1998 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL: WHILE DRIVING SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE. DEALER SAID CAUSE OF SMOKE WAS THE WIRING HARNESS WHICH WAS BEING REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 1998 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID.

Mar 3, 1998 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID.

Mar 2, 1998 Seat Belts

THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE LAP/SHOULDER BELT BUCKLE GETS STUCK ONCE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE HAS BEEN BUCKLED TOGETHER. FOR EXAMPLE, THERE WAS A CHILD IN THE LAP/SHOULDER BELT AND THE CHILD WAS CHOKING ON CANDY, AND THE PARENT, THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE, COULD NOT GET THE SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED BECAUSE OF TH...

Mar 2, 1998 Seat Belts

THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE LAP/SHOULDER BELT BUCKLE GETS STUCK ONCE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE HAS BEEN BUCKLED TOGETHER. FOR EXAMPLE, THERE WAS A CHILD IN THE LAP/SHOULDER BELT AND THE CHILD WAS CHOKING ON CANDY, AND THE PARENT, THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE, COULD NOT GET THE SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED BECAUSE OF TH...

Feb 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE CONTINUES TO GRAB, LOCK WITH VERY LITTLE PRESSURE ON BRAKE PEDAL

Feb 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE CONTINUES TO GRAB, LOCK WITH VERY LITTLE PRESSURE ON BRAKE PEDAL

Jan 22, 1998 Seats

WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED TO A RECLINING POSITION WHICH NEARLY CAUSED LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL . *AK

Jan 22, 1998 Seats

WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED TO A RECLINING POSITION WHICH NEARLY CAUSED LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL . *AK

Dec 10, 1997 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED FOUR TIMES. *AK

Dec 10, 1997 Suspension

DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT VEHICLE WENT OFF ROAD AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES RESULTING IN THREE DEATHS, POSSIBLE SUSPENSION STABILITY FAILURE.

Dec 10, 1997 Seat Belts

DESIGN OF SAFETY BELT SYSTEM DOES NOT CONTAIN ENOUGH BELTS FOR OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE, WHICH COULD HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE INJURIES OR DEATHS DURING VEHICLE COLLISION.

Dec 10, 1997 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE FAILED FOUR TIMES. *AK

Dec 10, 1997 Suspension

DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT VEHICLE WENT OFF ROAD AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES RESULTING IN THREE DEATHS, POSSIBLE SUSPENSION STABILITY FAILURE.

Dec 10, 1997 Seat Belts

DESIGN OF SAFETY BELT SYSTEM DOES NOT CONTAIN ENOUGH BELTS FOR OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE, WHICH COULD HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE INJURIES OR DEATHS DURING VEHICLE COLLISION.

Dec 9, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE FAILED.

Dec 9, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE FAILED.

Dec 9, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE FAILED.

Dec 9, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE FAILED.

Dec 3, 1997 Power Train

RECALL NO. 97V204000; CHANGING THE TRANSFER CASE IS NOT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THE TRANSFER CASE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BEFORE THE RECALL WAS ISSUED. LONG DISTANCE DRIVING HEATS THE TRANSFER CASE AND CAUSES LEAKAGE. *AK WHEN INSPECTING TRANSFER CASE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INC...

Dec 3, 1997 Power Train

RECALL NO. 97V204000; CHANGING THE TRANSFER CASE IS NOT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THE TRANSFER CASE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BEFORE THE RECALL WAS ISSUED. LONG DISTANCE DRIVING HEATS THE TRANSFER CASE AND CAUSES LEAKAGE. *AK WHEN INSPECTING TRANSFER CASE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INC...

Dec 3, 1997 Power Train

RECALL NO. 97V204000; CHANGING THE TRANSFER CASE IS NOT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THE TRANSFER CASE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BEFORE THE RECALL WAS ISSUED. LONG DISTANCE DRIVING HEATS THE TRANSFER CASE AND CAUSES LEAKAGE. *AK WHEN INSPECTING TRANSFER CASE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INC...

Dec 3, 1997 Power Train

RECALL NO. 97V204000; CHANGING THE TRANSFER CASE IS NOT CORRECTING THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THE TRANSFER CASE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BEFORE THE RECALL WAS ISSUED. LONG DISTANCE DRIVING HEATS THE TRANSFER CASE AND CAUSES LEAKAGE. *AK WHEN INSPECTING TRANSFER CASE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INC...

Nov 20, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

FUEL PUMP FAILED/SHORTED OUT, RESULTING IN A FIRE. *AK

Nov 20, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

FUEL PUMP FAILED/SHORTED OUT, RESULTING IN A FIRE. *AK

Oct 16, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNINGS OR SIGNS. DEALER WON'T REPLACE. *AK

Oct 16, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNINGS OR SIGNS. DEALER WON'T REPLACE. *AK

Oct 4, 1997 Structure

WHILE DRIVING, REAR STRUT WHICH HOLDS THE LIFT GATE OPEN BROKE.

Oct 4, 1997 Structure

WHILE DRIVING, REAR STRUT WHICH HOLDS THE LIFT GATE OPEN BROKE.

Sep 26, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTED IN THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK HAD FAILED, SHORTING OUT WITH NO APPARENT FUSABLE LINK OF BREAK. HEAT FROM THE MELTING ELECTRICAL PARTS WEAKENED A FUEL LINE, CAUSING IT TO BURST AND THE EXPOSED WIRES STARTED THE FIRE.

Sep 26, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTED IN THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK HAD FAILED, SHORTING OUT WITH NO APPARENT FUSABLE LINK OF BREAK. HEAT FROM THE MELTING ELECTRICAL PARTS WEAKENED A FUEL LINE, CAUSING IT TO BURST AND THE EXPOSED WIRES STARTED THE FIRE.

Sep 3, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO PARKDUE TO THE THE TRANSMISSION CABLE MELTING BECAUSE IT WAS MOUNTED TO CLOSE TO THE ROD. *AK

Sep 3, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. AS A RESULT OF THE DEPLOYMENT, THE AIR BAG CAUSED BURNS TO THE DRIVER ARMS. CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Sep 3, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO PARKDUE TO THE THE TRANSMISSION CABLE MELTING BECAUSE IT WAS MOUNTED TO CLOSE TO THE ROD. *AK

Sep 3, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. AS A RESULT OF THE DEPLOYMENT, THE AIR BAG CAUSED BURNS TO THE DRIVER ARMS. CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Aug 27, 1997 Electrical System Fire

WENT TO START THE VAN AND THE IGNITION SWITCH WENT OUT. THEN 10 SECONDS LATER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED TO SMOKE AND CAUGHT FIRE. THE WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Aug 27, 1997 Electrical System Fire

WENT TO START THE VAN AND THE IGNITION SWITCH WENT OUT. THEN 10 SECONDS LATER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED TO SMOKE AND CAUGHT FIRE. THE WIRING HARNESS AND IGNITION SWITCH HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Aug 26, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED THREE TIMES, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Aug 26, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED THREE TIMES, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Aug 6, 1997 Service Brakes, Air

VEHICLE'S ROTORS ARE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN'T BE TURNED. CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Aug 6, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING ROUTE COLD AIR TOWARD THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING THE EXTERIOR OF THE WINDSHIELD TO FOG COMPLETE AND OBSTRUCT VISIBILITY.

Aug 6, 1997 Service Brakes, Air

VEHICLE'S ROTORS ARE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN'T BE TURNED. CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Aug 6, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING ROUTE COLD AIR TOWARD THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING THE EXTERIOR OF THE WINDSHIELD TO FOG COMPLETE AND OBSTRUCT VISIBILITY.

Jul 10, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE CLIP FALLS OUT AND THE BRAKES DISENGAGE WHEN TRYING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ALSO THEY HAVE HAD THE CLIP REPLACED 3 TIMES. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 10, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE CLIP FALLS OUT AND THE BRAKES DISENGAGE WHEN TRYING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ALSO THEY HAVE HAD THE CLIP REPLACED 3 TIMES. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 1, 1997 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING ANTI FREEZE VAPORS TO ENTER VEHICLE.

Jul 1, 1997 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING ANTI FREEZE VAPORS TO ENTER VEHICLE.

Jun 16, 1997 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAG: DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30MPH AND VEHICLE AHEAD MADE LEFT TURN, IT HIT VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE ON THE FRONT FENDER, AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Jun 16, 1997 Air Bags Crash

AIR BAG: DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30MPH AND VEHICLE AHEAD MADE LEFT TURN, IT HIT VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE ON THE FRONT FENDER, AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Jun 5, 1997 Seats

THE MIDDLE BENCH SEAT FOLDED AND SANDWICHED A CHILD IN IT. THE SEAT LOCKED UP AND HAD TO BE RIPPED OFF TO GET THE CHILD OUT. *AK

Jun 5, 1997 Seats

THE MIDDLE BENCH SEAT FOLDED AND SANDWICHED A CHILD IN IT. THE SEAT LOCKED UP AND HAD TO BE RIPPED OFF TO GET THE CHILD OUT. *AK

Jun 2, 1997 Seats

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60MPH, DRIVER'S SEATBACK REST FRAME BROKE IN HALF, THEN COLLAPSED IN RECLINING POSITION. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. *AK

Jun 2, 1997 Seats

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60MPH, DRIVER'S SEATBACK REST FRAME BROKE IN HALF, THEN COLLAPSED IN RECLINING POSITION. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. *AK

May 12, 1997 Visibility

THE HEATER CORE FAILED, AND LEAKED ANTIFREEZE VAPORS INTO THE VEHICLE COMPARTMENT. MR THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS. SCC

May 12, 1997 Visibility

THE HEATER CORE FAILED, AND LEAKED ANTIFREEZE VAPORS INTO THE VEHICLE COMPARTMENT. MR THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS. SCC

May 8, 1997 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT IN VEHICLE IS BLINKING ON AND OFF, DEALER REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

May 8, 1997 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT IN VEHICLE IS BLINKING ON AND OFF, DEALER REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

May 6, 1997 Electrical System

THE WIRING MELTED UNDER THE DASH BOARD.

May 6, 1997 Electrical System

THE WIRING MELTED UNDER THE DASH BOARD.

Apr 21, 1997 Air Bags

OTHER: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO FAULTY CLOCK SPRING.

Apr 21, 1997 Air Bags

OTHER: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO FAULTY CLOCK SPRING.

Mar 27, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MASTER CYLINDER HAS BEEN REPLACED FIVE TIMES SINCE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, DEALER CAN'T FIX PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 27, 1997 Unknown Or Other

DUE TO THE REFLECTION OF THE SUN ON THE DASH BOARD, ONE IS UNABLE TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER CLEARLY.

Mar 27, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MASTER CYLINDER HAS BEEN REPLACED FIVE TIMES SINCE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, DEALER CAN'T FIX PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 27, 1997 Unknown Or Other

DUE TO THE REFLECTION OF THE SUN ON THE DASH BOARD, ONE IS UNABLE TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER CLEARLY.

Mar 25, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IN EMERGENCY STOPPING SITUATION, FRONT WHEELS LOCK UP. WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS LET UP TO REGAIN FRONT WHEEL TRACTION AND STEERING CONTROL, FRONT WHEELS REMAIN LOCKED, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. TO REGAIN CONTROL, BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE TOTALLY RELEASED. *AK

Mar 25, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IN EMERGENCY STOPPING SITUATION, FRONT WHEELS LOCK UP. WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS LET UP TO REGAIN FRONT WHEEL TRACTION AND STEERING CONTROL, FRONT WHEELS REMAIN LOCKED, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. TO REGAIN CONTROL, BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE TOTALLY RELEASED. *AK

Feb 20, 1997 Power Train

TRANSFER HOUSE FAILED.

Feb 20, 1997 Power Train

TRANSFER HOUSE FAILED.

Feb 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS FAILS WITH NO INDICATION. THE DASHBOARD LIGHT ILLUMINATES AND GOES OUT, AS PER THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, BUT THE BRAKES LOCK. THE DEALER SAYS THEY ARE FINE.

Feb 5, 1997 Steering

PINION GEAR FAILURE.

Feb 5, 1997 Electrical System

MAIN COMPUTER CHIP FAILURE CAUSING IT TO SEND ERRONEOUS CODES.

Feb 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS FAILS WITH NO INDICATION. THE DASHBOARD LIGHT ILLUMINATES AND GOES OUT, AS PER THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, BUT THE BRAKES LOCK. THE DEALER SAYS THEY ARE FINE.

Feb 5, 1997 Steering

PINION GEAR FAILURE.

Feb 5, 1997 Electrical System

MAIN COMPUTER CHIP FAILURE CAUSING IT TO SEND ERRONEOUS CODES.

Nov 21, 1996 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE DASH BURNT UP.

Nov 21, 1996 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE DASH BURNT UP.

Nov 19, 1996 Suspension

PURCHASED TRUCK USED AT 35MPH THE TRUCK VIBRATED, TOOK TO DEALER, COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM .*AK

Nov 19, 1996 Suspension

PURCHASED TRUCK USED AT 35MPH THE TRUCK VIBRATED, TOOK TO DEALER, COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM .*AK

Oct 9, 1996 Electrical System

HORN LOCATION, THE HORN IS FLUSH, OR EVEN WITH THE REST OF THE STEERING WHEEL, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO LOCATE IN PANIC SITUATIONS. *AK *SLC

Oct 9, 1996 Electrical System

HORN LOCATION, THE HORN IS FLUSH, OR EVEN WITH THE REST OF THE STEERING WHEEL, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO LOCATE IN PANIC SITUATIONS. *AK *SLC

Oct 3, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT LEFT BRAKE LINE HOSE IS RUBBING AGAINST THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE BRAKE LINE HOSE TO HAVE A CUT IN THE LINE, THE DESIGN ON THE FRONT END ON THE NEW VEHICLE IS A REDESIGN.*AK

Oct 3, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT LEFT BRAKE LINE HOSE IS RUBBING AGAINST THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE BRAKE LINE HOSE TO HAVE A CUT IN THE LINE, THE DESIGN ON THE FRONT END ON THE NEW VEHICLE IS A REDESIGN.*AK

Sep 24, 1996 Power Train

REAR TRANSFER CASE OIL BOILS/BLOWS OUT OF VENT ONTO TRANSFER CASE WHICH IS LOCATED NEAR GAS TANK.

Sep 24, 1996 Power Train

REAR TRANSFER CASE OIL BOILS/BLOWS OUT OF VENT ONTO TRANSFER CASE WHICH IS LOCATED NEAR GAS TANK.

Sep 6, 1996 Power Train

FAILURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE, CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE TRANSFER CASE BROKE, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE A NEAR ACCIDENT.*AK

Sep 6, 1996 Power Train

FAILURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE, CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE TRANSFER CASE BROKE, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE A NEAR ACCIDENT.*AK

Sep 4, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN .*AK

Sep 4, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN .*AK

Aug 2, 1996 Structure Crash

DURING REAR IMPACT, THE REAR DOOR HINGE BROKE, CAUSING THE DOOR TO OPEN.*AK *SLC

Aug 2, 1996 Structure Crash

DURING REAR IMPACT, THE REAR DOOR HINGE BROKE, CAUSING THE DOOR TO OPEN.*AK *SLC

Jul 31, 1996 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DURING AN ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURY. *AK

Jul 31, 1996 Suspension

SHARP LEFT TURN ON A GRAVEL ROAD FELT VERY BAD VIBRATION.

Jul 31, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

SMOKE POURING OUT FROM BEHIND THE VEHICLE.

Jul 31, 1996 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE BUSTED.

Jul 31, 1996 Power Train

EXTENSION HOUSING WERE BUSTED.

Jul 31, 1996 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DURING AN ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURY. *AK

Jul 31, 1996 Suspension

SHARP LEFT TURN ON A GRAVEL ROAD FELT VERY BAD VIBRATION.

Jul 31, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

SMOKE POURING OUT FROM BEHIND THE VEHICLE.

Jul 31, 1996 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE BUSTED.

Jul 31, 1996 Power Train

EXTENSION HOUSING WERE BUSTED.

Jul 30, 1996 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING AN ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *AK

Jul 30, 1996 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING AN ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *AK

Jul 10, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

DASH GETS HOT BEHIND THE TEMPERTURE CONTROL FOR HEAT AND AIR CONDITIONER. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 10, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

DASH GETS HOT BEHIND THE TEMPERTURE CONTROL FOR HEAT AND AIR CONDITIONER. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Jun 28, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

DUE TO FUEL LEAKING ON THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 28, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

DUE TO FUEL LEAKING ON THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 20, 1996 Steering

DUE TO ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE STEERING COLUMN, THE AIR BAG UNIT AND THE HORN HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND NOT WORKING. *AK

Jun 20, 1996 Steering

DUE TO ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE STEERING COLUMN, THE AIR BAG UNIT AND THE HORN HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND NOT WORKING. *AK

Jun 17, 1996 Seats

SEAT BACKS BROKE IN REAR END COLLISION, CAUSING DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE/INJURIES. *DH

Jun 17, 1996 Seats

SEAT BACKS BROKE IN REAR END COLLISION, CAUSING DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE/INJURIES. *DH

Jun 11, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND THE GAS TANK. *AK

Jun 11, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND THE GAS TANK. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Seats Crash

WHILE ENTERING THE INTERSTATE VAN WAS HIT, FRONT SEATS COLLAPSED AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Steering Crash

WHILE ENTERING THE INTERSTATE VAN WAS HIT, FRONT SEATS COLLAPSED AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Seats Crash

WHILE ENTERING THE INTERSTATE VAN WAS HIT, FRONT SEATS COLLAPSED AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Steering Crash

WHILE ENTERING THE INTERSTATE VAN WAS HIT, FRONT SEATS COLLAPSED AND DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Apr 17, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A BAD GAS SMELL IN THE TRUCK.PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Apr 17, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A BAD GAS SMELL IN THE TRUCK.PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Apr 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

FRONTAL COLLISION, IMPACT 12:00, SPEED 30MPH, DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Apr 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

FRONTAL COLLISION, IMPACT 12:00, SPEED 30MPH, DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Mar 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONT END COLLISION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONT END COLLISION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONT END COLLISION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 11, 1996 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONT END COLLISION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Feb 1, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

TIPS OF INJECTOR TRAVELS THROUGH FUEL LINES DEVELOPES HIGH PRESSURE DEVELOPING CRACKS. RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE. TT

Feb 1, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

TIPS OF INJECTOR TRAVELS THROUGH FUEL LINES DEVELOPES HIGH PRESSURE DEVELOPING CRACKS. RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE. TT

Jan 31, 1996 Equipment

REAR LIFT GATE COLLAPSED HITTING OWNER DUE TO A BRACKET BREAKING. YORK FORD MANAGER KNEW WHAT MODEL BRACKET BROKE FROM BEFORE SEEING VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE.

Jan 31, 1996 Equipment

REAR LIFT GATE COLLAPSED HITTING OWNER DUE TO A BRACKET BREAKING. YORK FORD MANAGER KNEW WHAT MODEL BRACKET BROKE FROM BEFORE SEEING VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE.

Jan 16, 1996 Steering

POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKED, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. TT

Jan 16, 1996 Steering

POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKED, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. TT

Nov 8, 1995 Air Bags Crash

UPON FRONTAL IMPACT, DRIVERS AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Nov 8, 1995 Air Bags Crash

UPON FRONTAL IMPACT, DRIVERS AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Nov 1, 1995 Air Bags Crash

THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DIDN'T LOCK. PLUS THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Nov 1, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DIDN'T LOCK. PLUS THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Nov 1, 1995 Air Bags Crash

THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DIDN'T LOCK. PLUS THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Nov 1, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DIDN'T LOCK. PLUS THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Oct 17, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Power Train

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Electrical System

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Structure

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Power Train

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Electrical System

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 17, 1995 Structure

EXHUAST FUMES ARE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE THE PASSENGERS TO BECOME SICK. TT THE ODOMETER MALFUNCTIONS. OIL LIGHTS AND ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON BECAUSE THE VEHICLE BURNS 1-2 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY WEEK. BRAKES STICK AND THERE WAS BRICKS RUBBING KIND OF SOUND WHEN THE...

Oct 1, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAS TANK RELEASES FUMES INTO VEHICLE. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Unknown Or Other

OIL LIGHT LUMINATES. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Electrical System

STARTER MOTOR OVERHEATS. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STICKS. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT LUMINATES. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAS TANK RELEASES FUMES INTO VEHICLE. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Unknown Or Other

OIL LIGHT LUMINATES. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Electrical System

STARTER MOTOR OVERHEATS. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STICKS. *SD

Oct 1, 1995 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT LUMINATES. *SD

Sep 1, 1995 Suspension

STABLIZABER BAR BROKE WHILE DRIVING, IN FOR REPLACEMENT 3 TIMES. *AK

Sep 1, 1995 Suspension

STABLIZABER BAR BROKE WHILE DRIVING, IN FOR REPLACEMENT 3 TIMES. *AK

Aug 29, 1995 Tires

AT 60 MPH THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT ITS A MICHELIN TIRE # P21570R14SL. TT

Aug 29, 1995 Tires

AT 60 MPH THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT ITS A MICHELIN TIRE # P21570R14SL. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Steering

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE BRAKE ,WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE THE STEERING VIBRATE THERE IS A LITTLE PLAY . TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE BRAKE ,WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE THE STEERING VIBRATE THERE IS A LITTLE PLAY . TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Steering

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE BRAKE ,WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE THE STEERING VIBRATE THERE IS A LITTLE PLAY . TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE BRAKE ,WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE THE STEERING VIBRATE THERE IS A LITTLE PLAY . TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, VIRBRATION IN FRONT, REPLACE DISC PADS AND ROTORS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATES. FRONT BRAKE PADS REPLACED (10) TIMES ALONG W/ROTORS TURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Aug 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AUTO VIBRATES SO HARD YOU LOSS CONTROL OF AUTO. TT

Aug 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AUTO VIBRATES SO HARD YOU LOSS CONTROL OF AUTO. TT

Jul 19, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE, INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF ABS BRAKES WHEN ITS RAINING. TT

Jul 19, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE FUEL PUMP STOP WORKING . TT

Jul 19, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE, INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF ABS BRAKES WHEN ITS RAINING. TT

Jul 19, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE FUEL PUMP STOP WORKING . TT

Jun 22, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

SMELL/ODOR OF GAS FUMES UPON FILLING GAS TANK; HAVE TO DRIVE WITH WINDOWS OPEN TO AVOID SKIN/EYE IRRITATION. TT

Jun 22, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

SMELL/ODOR OF GAS FUMES UPON FILLING GAS TANK; HAVE TO DRIVE WITH WINDOWS OPEN TO AVOID SKIN/EYE IRRITATION. TT

May 4, 1995 Steering

BULLETIN BY FORD STATES VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE MOAN FROM STEERING, AND TO ATTEMPT NO REPAIRS AT THIS TIME. MAY MODIFY PART IN FUTURE. TT

May 4, 1995 Steering

BULLETIN BY FORD STATES VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE MOAN FROM STEERING, AND TO ATTEMPT NO REPAIRS AT THIS TIME. MAY MODIFY PART IN FUTURE. TT

Apr 21, 1995 Steering

EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *TW

Apr 21, 1995 Suspension

LOOSE SHOCK ABSORBER.

Apr 21, 1995 Structure

NOISY/RUSTED POWER WINDOW MOTOR.

Apr 21, 1995 Steering

EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *TW

Apr 21, 1995 Suspension

LOOSE SHOCK ABSORBER.

Apr 21, 1995 Structure

NOISY/RUSTED POWER WINDOW MOTOR.

Mar 3, 1995 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBRATION IN REAR SUSPENSION CAUSES STEERING PROBLEMS. TT

Mar 3, 1995 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBRATION IN REAR SUSPENSION CAUSES STEERING PROBLEMS. TT

Feb 24, 1995 Seats Crash

FRONT BUCKET SEATBACKS COLLAPSED IN A COLLISION. TT

Feb 24, 1995 Seats Crash

FRONT BUCKET SEATBACKS COLLAPSED IN A COLLISION. TT

Feb 22, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE OFTEN HAS SMELL OF RAW GAS WHEN YOU FILL UP. TT

Feb 22, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE OFTEN HAS SMELL OF RAW GAS WHEN YOU FILL UP. TT

Feb 15, 1995 Steering

POPPING SOUND FROM STEERING COLUMN WHEN WHEEL TURNED, ALSO EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *DH

Feb 15, 1995 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR RUSTED/FAILED. *DH

Feb 15, 1995 Steering

POPPING SOUND FROM STEERING COLUMN WHEN WHEEL TURNED, ALSO EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *DH

Feb 15, 1995 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR RUSTED/FAILED. *DH

Feb 13, 1995 Seats

REAR SEAT RECLINES WITHOUT PULLING LEVER. TT

Feb 13, 1995 Seats

REAR SEAT RECLINES WITHOUT PULLING LEVER. TT

Jan 31, 1995 Suspension

LEFT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WAS LOOSE, CAUSING POPPING SOUND WHEN BRAKING/TURNING.

Jan 31, 1995 Visibility

DRIVER'S WINDOW MAKES NOISE WHEN GOING UP/DOWN DUE TO MOTOR BEING DEFECTIVE AND COVERED WITH RUST.

Jan 31, 1995 Steering

EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *SKD

Jan 31, 1995 Structure

MOULDING ON SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF.

Jan 31, 1995 Visibility

REAR WINDOW WIPER FAILED.

Jan 31, 1995 Suspension

LEFT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WAS LOOSE, CAUSING POPPING SOUND WHEN BRAKING/TURNING.

Jan 31, 1995 Visibility

DRIVER'S WINDOW MAKES NOISE WHEN GOING UP/DOWN DUE TO MOTOR BEING DEFECTIVE AND COVERED WITH RUST.

Jan 31, 1995 Steering

EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING. *SKD

Jan 31, 1995 Structure

MOULDING ON SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF.

Jan 31, 1995 Visibility

REAR WINDOW WIPER FAILED.

Jan 2, 1995 Steering

STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION.

Jan 2, 1995 Steering

STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION.