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Active Recalls (2)

13V081000 Mar 7, 2013 SEATS

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

12V006000 Jan 9, 2012 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND MERCURY MONTEREY VEHICLES. THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT MAY FAIL.

Complaints

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Jul 17, 2025 Seats 317,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that the third-row seat attachments were rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V081000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired....

Jul 17, 2025 Seats 317,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that the third-row seat attachments were rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V081000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired....

May 12, 2025 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission seized and remained in neutral. The vehicle jerked and shortly returned to normal functionality; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the gear shifter light was i...

May 12, 2025 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission seized and remained in neutral. The vehicle jerked and shortly returned to normal functionality; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the gear shifter light was i...

Oct 17, 2024 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped in the middle of the street, however the engine was still on. Th...

Oct 17, 2024 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped in the middle of the street, however the engine was still on. Th...

Jun 27, 2024 Power Train

I was driving and my transmission stopped working left me stranded

Jun 27, 2024 Power Train

I was driving and my transmission stopped working left me stranded

Jun 18, 2024 Power Train 350,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and releasing the accelerator pedal, the contact noticed an abnormal clucking sound. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact pulled to the side of the road...

Jun 18, 2024 Power Train 350,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and releasing the accelerator pedal, the contact noticed an abnormal clucking sound. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact pulled to the side of the road...

Jul 14, 2023 Power Train 180,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that upon selling the vehicle, she allowed another individual to test drive the vehicle; however, as the contact was driving on an incline, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the flex shaft ha...

Jul 14, 2023 Power Train 180,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that upon selling the vehicle, she allowed another individual to test drive the vehicle; however, as the contact was driving on an incline, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the flex shaft ha...

Mar 10, 2023 Seats

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Mar 10, 2023 Electrical System

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Mar 10, 2023 Structure

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Mar 10, 2023 Seats

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Mar 10, 2023 Electrical System

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Mar 10, 2023 Structure

The rear wheel well has rusted on both sides and completely rusted out a large hole (approx. 1 ft diameter area visibly effected) in the the body of the van. The rusted out section is where the back seat is anchored to the frame, so the rust has cause the seat to no longer be securely anchored to th...

Feb 17, 2023 Power Train

Driving down highway at 60 mph lost all power basically coasted to side of road. Looks like torque converter and pump shaft splines stripped out. Shows there was a recall but none listed for this vin number. This is a huge safety concern and Ford should have to repair.

Feb 17, 2023 Power Train

Driving down highway at 60 mph lost all power basically coasted to side of road. Looks like torque converter and pump shaft splines stripped out. Shows there was a recall but none listed for this vin number. This is a huge safety concern and Ford should have to repair.

Feb 7, 2023 Power Train

I was having issues with my car not able to really move so I had a mechanic to come to me to inspect it and he stated it was my torque converter someone on it in it near it.. That my issue.. So I was calling about the recall on it and it stated that it was already fixed in 2012 on recall. And I'm a ...

Feb 7, 2023 Power Train

I was having issues with my car not able to really move so I had a mechanic to come to me to inspect it and he stated it was my torque converter someone on it in it near it.. That my issue.. So I was calling about the recall on it and it stated that it was already fixed in 2012 on recall. And I'm a ...

Nov 16, 2022 Power Train 238,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate properly without warning. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the vehicle had experie...

Nov 16, 2022 Power Train 238,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate properly without warning. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the vehicle had experie...

Sep 2, 2022 Power Train 139,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, he noted that a "sprocket" warning symbol had illuminated. The contact exited the freeway and stopped at a traffic light. As he depressed the accelerator to go forward the vehicle would not move however, th...

Sep 2, 2022 Power Train 139,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, he noted that a "sprocket" warning symbol had illuminated. The contact exited the freeway and stopped at a traffic light. As he depressed the accelerator to go forward the vehicle would not move however, th...

Aug 12, 2022 Power Train 200,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. Despite multiple attempts to accelerate the vehicle, the vehicle failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was t...

Aug 12, 2022 Power Train 200,000 mi

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. Despite multiple attempts to accelerate the vehicle, the vehicle failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was t...

Mar 15, 2022 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after the failure had occurred. Upon investigation, the contact discovered ...

Mar 15, 2022 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after the failure had occurred. Upon investigation, the contact discovered ...

Jan 21, 2022 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V006000 (Power Train). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue but informed the contact that th...

Jan 21, 2022 Power Train

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Freestar. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V006000 (Power Train). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue but informed the contact that th...

Jan 3, 2022 Power Train

Ford is recalling about 206,000 2004 and 2005 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles, because the torque converter output shaft may fail. If the torque converter output shaft were to fail, the result would be a sudden loss of motive power with no warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Ford ...

Jan 3, 2022 Power Train

Ford is recalling about 206,000 2004 and 2005 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles, because the torque converter output shaft may fail. If the torque converter output shaft were to fail, the result would be a sudden loss of motive power with no warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Ford ...

Oct 26, 2021 Power Train

After stopping at a traffic light in my 2005 Ford Freestar the vehicle would not go forward. I had to be pushed to the side of the road until a tow truck arrived. However, after the vehicle was towed to my home I discovered that it would go in Reverse with no problem, but when put into Drive would s...

Oct 26, 2021 Power Train

The torque converter output shaft fail, sudden loss of motive power with no warning. Takes too long for the shifts, stay on one shift for too long and wont change shift unless the driver stop accelerating. My vehicle seems to have the torque malfunction.

Oct 26, 2021 Power Train

After stopping at a traffic light in my 2005 Ford Freestar the vehicle would not go forward. I had to be pushed to the side of the road until a tow truck arrived. However, after the vehicle was towed to my home I discovered that it would go in Reverse with no problem, but when put into Drive would s...

Oct 26, 2021 Power Train

The torque converter output shaft fail, sudden loss of motive power with no warning. Takes too long for the shifts, stay on one shift for too long and wont change shift unless the driver stop accelerating. My vehicle seems to have the torque malfunction.

Feb 20, 2021 Engine 389,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS THE RECALL SAYS I NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DOING GOOD BUT RIGHT OUTSIDE THE WARRENTY MILEAGE I NOTICED THAT IT STARTED ACTING KINDA LIKE BEFORE AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS GUESS WHAT AS I WAS CLIMBING UP A HILL ON MY DRIVEWAY THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED P...

Feb 20, 2021 Power Train 389,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS THE RECALL SAYS I NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DOING GOOD BUT RIGHT OUTSIDE THE WARRENTY MILEAGE I NOTICED THAT IT STARTED ACTING KINDA LIKE BEFORE AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS GUESS WHAT AS I WAS CLIMBING UP A HILL ON MY DRIVEWAY THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED P...

Feb 20, 2021 Engine 389,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS THE RECALL SAYS I NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DOING GOOD BUT RIGHT OUTSIDE THE WARRENTY MILEAGE I NOTICED THAT IT STARTED ACTING KINDA LIKE BEFORE AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS GUESS WHAT AS I WAS CLIMBING UP A HILL ON MY DRIVEWAY THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED P...

Feb 20, 2021 Power Train 389,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS THE RECALL SAYS I NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DOING GOOD BUT RIGHT OUTSIDE THE WARRENTY MILEAGE I NOTICED THAT IT STARTED ACTING KINDA LIKE BEFORE AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS GUESS WHAT AS I WAS CLIMBING UP A HILL ON MY DRIVEWAY THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED P...

Dec 29, 2020 Power Train 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE AND EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Dec 29, 2020 Power Train 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE AND EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Oct 26, 2020 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS GRANDMOTHER WHO OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE LOST MOTIVE POWER AND BEGAN TO JERK. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HOWEVER, ...

Oct 26, 2020 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS GRANDMOTHER WHO OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE LOST MOTIVE POWER AND BEGAN TO JERK. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HOWEVER, ...

Sep 18, 2020 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE PCV VALVE WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE VEHICLE NO...

Sep 18, 2020 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE PCV VALVE WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE VEHICLE NO...

Sep 18, 2020 Engine 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE PCV VALVE WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE VEHICLE NO...

Sep 18, 2020 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE PCV VALVE WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE VEHICLE NO...

Aug 31, 2020 Power Train 128,310 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND ACCELERATING, A KNOCKING NOISE OCCURRED COMING FROM THE FLEX PLATE AND TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PARK FORD (400 WEST AVE, TALLMADGE, OH 44278), AND WA...

Aug 31, 2020 Power Train 128,310 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND ACCELERATING, A KNOCKING NOISE OCCURRED COMING FROM THE FLEX PLATE AND TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PARK FORD (400 WEST AVE, TALLMADGE, OH 44278), AND WA...

Jun 20, 2020 Engine 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 20, 2020 Unknown Or Other 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 20, 2020 Engine 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 20, 2020 Unknown Or Other 14,900 mi

3 WEEKS AGO MY FAMILY AND I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK ON THE HIGHWAY OUR VEHICLE JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY I THEN STARTED DOING RESEARCH ON MY VEHICLE I THEN REPORTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT AND WAS CONTACTED BY A STAFFING TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SAID PLAC...

Jun 17, 2020 Power Train 115,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND WITH NO WARNING LOST POWER PULLED OVER AND STOPPED STARTED CAR FINE BUT WOULDN'T GO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE WHEN I CHECKED FLUID IT WAS OVERFILLED BUT I HAD NOT ADDED OR REPLACED ANY FLUID SPOKE WITH FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT WHEN ...

Jun 17, 2020 Power Train 115,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND WITH NO WARNING LOST POWER PULLED OVER AND STOPPED STARTED CAR FINE BUT WOULDN'T GO EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE WHEN I CHECKED FLUID IT WAS OVERFILLED BUT I HAD NOT ADDED OR REPLACED ANY FLUID SPOKE WITH FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT WHEN ...

Jun 15, 2020 Electrical System 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

Jun 15, 2020 Power Train 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

Jun 15, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

Jun 15, 2020 Electrical System 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

Jun 15, 2020 Power Train 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

Jun 15, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK, TRANSAXLE ISSUE-LIGHT FLASHING. *TR

May 30, 2020 Power Train 14,900 mi

I WAS ALMOST HIT BY A ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN MY VEHICLE TORQUE CONVERTER GIVEN OUT ON MY FAMILY AND ME. IT STARTS BUT WILL NOT SHIFT IN TO GEARS. *TR

May 30, 2020 Power Train 14,900 mi

I WAS ALMOST HIT BY A ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN MY VEHICLE TORQUE CONVERTER GIVEN OUT ON MY FAMILY AND ME. IT STARTS BUT WILL NOT SHIFT IN TO GEARS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Seats 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE LATCH WAS RELEASED TO SECURE THE REAR SEAT, THE LATCH FAILED ALLOWING THE SEAT TO FALL. THE DEALER ANDERSON FORD OF GRAND ISLAND (120 N DIERS AVE, GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803, (308) 384-1700) WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAI...

May 26, 2020 Seats 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE LATCH WAS RELEASED TO SECURE THE REAR SEAT, THE LATCH FAILED ALLOWING THE SEAT TO FALL. THE DEALER ANDERSON FORD OF GRAND ISLAND (120 N DIERS AVE, GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803, (308) 384-1700) WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAI...

May 19, 2020 Power Train 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP THE VEHICLE STARTED AS INTENDED HOWEVER, WHEN THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS SHIFTED FROM PARK INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS SHIFTED INTO OTHER GEARS HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CON...

May 19, 2020 Power Train 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP THE VEHICLE STARTED AS INTENDED HOWEVER, WHEN THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS SHIFTED FROM PARK INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS SHIFTED INTO OTHER GEARS HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CON...

May 13, 2020 Structure 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 13, 2020 Power Train 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 13, 2020 Seats 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 13, 2020 Structure 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 13, 2020 Power Train 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 13, 2020 Seats 141,000 mi

I WROTE ON THIS YESTERDAY BUT DID SOME MORE RESEARCH ON THIS VEHICLE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THESE TYPE OF VEHICLES. RECALL #12V006000 ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT. RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 9 2012. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE TO TAKE MY 8 GRANDCHIL...

May 12, 2020 Structure 140,987 mi

WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. I LOOKED UP FORD RECALLS AND IT STATES THAT THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. TORQUE SOMETHING THING. THE VAN HAS ONLY 141000 MILES AND IS RUSTED SEVERELY UNDERNEATH IT. VERY SAD...

May 12, 2020 Power Train 140,987 mi

WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. I LOOKED UP FORD RECALLS AND IT STATES THAT THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. TORQUE SOMETHING THING. THE VAN HAS ONLY 141000 MILES AND IS RUSTED SEVERELY UNDERNEATH IT. VERY SAD...

May 12, 2020 Structure 140,987 mi

WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. I LOOKED UP FORD RECALLS AND IT STATES THAT THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. TORQUE SOMETHING THING. THE VAN HAS ONLY 141000 MILES AND IS RUSTED SEVERELY UNDERNEATH IT. VERY SAD...

May 12, 2020 Power Train 140,987 mi

WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. I LOOKED UP FORD RECALLS AND IT STATES THAT THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. TORQUE SOMETHING THING. THE VAN HAS ONLY 141000 MILES AND IS RUSTED SEVERELY UNDERNEATH IT. VERY SAD...

May 11, 2020 Power Train 235,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT HAD TO PUSH THE VEHICLE MANUALLY OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT'S FATHER USED A TRAILER TO TOW THE VEHICLE BACK T...

May 11, 2020 Power Train 235,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT HAD TO PUSH THE VEHICLE MANUALLY OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT'S FATHER USED A TRAILER TO TOW THE VEHICLE BACK T...

Apr 28, 2020 Power Train 211,108 mi

I WAS IN WEST VIRGINIA GOING UP A MOUNTAIN AND MY TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. I BARELY MADE IT UP THE MOUNTAIN ON THE INTERSTATE

Apr 28, 2020 Power Train 211,108 mi

I WAS IN WEST VIRGINIA GOING UP A MOUNTAIN AND MY TRANSAXLE LIGHT CAME ON. I BARELY MADE IT UP THE MOUNTAIN ON THE INTERSTATE

Apr 16, 2020 Power Train 154,591 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT UNDISCLOSED SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED OUT OF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A ROD FRACTURE...

Apr 16, 2020 Power Train 154,591 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT UNDISCLOSED SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED OUT OF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A ROD FRACTURE...

Dec 31, 2019 Power Train 211,375 mi

JUST RECENTLY BOUGHT 05 FORD FREESTAR VAN, 3 MONTHS AGO IN MY DRIVEWAY IT REFUSED TO GO FORWARD, I PARKED IT BECAUSE I HAD SOMETHING ELSE TO DRIVE. MORNING OF DECEMBER 30, 2019 MY OTHER AUTOMOBILE TIMING CHAIN BROKE SO I'VE BEEN TRYING FRANTICALLY TO FIX THIS VAN, I'VE REPLACED AIR CLEANER SENSOR, T...

Dec 31, 2019 Power Train 211,375 mi

JUST RECENTLY BOUGHT 05 FORD FREESTAR VAN, 3 MONTHS AGO IN MY DRIVEWAY IT REFUSED TO GO FORWARD, I PARKED IT BECAUSE I HAD SOMETHING ELSE TO DRIVE. MORNING OF DECEMBER 30, 2019 MY OTHER AUTOMOBILE TIMING CHAIN BROKE SO I'VE BEEN TRYING FRANTICALLY TO FIX THIS VAN, I'VE REPLACED AIR CLEANER SENSOR, T...

Nov 21, 2019 Power Train 191,573 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A CLICKING FROM THE FRONT END AND FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING.

Nov 21, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 191,573 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A CLICKING FROM THE FRONT END AND FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING.

Nov 21, 2019 Power Train 191,573 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A CLICKING FROM THE FRONT END AND FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING.

Nov 21, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 191,573 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A CLICKING FROM THE FRONT END AND FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING.

Nov 7, 2019 Power Train 233,000 mi

JANUARY 2015 WENT TO ACCELERATE FROM STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, INDICATOR LIGHT ON DASH CAME ON TRANSMISSION WENT INTO LIMP MODE.HAD VEHICLE TOWED NEEDED A TRANSMISSION REBUILD WITH TORQUE CONVT. HAD 177K AT THAT TIME AT COST OF $2700.00. OCTOBER 2019 SIMILAR SITUATION OCCURRED NO WARNING LIGHTS NO SLIP...

Nov 7, 2019 Power Train 233,000 mi

JANUARY 2015 WENT TO ACCELERATE FROM STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, INDICATOR LIGHT ON DASH CAME ON TRANSMISSION WENT INTO LIMP MODE.HAD VEHICLE TOWED NEEDED A TRANSMISSION REBUILD WITH TORQUE CONVT. HAD 177K AT THAT TIME AT COST OF $2700.00. OCTOBER 2019 SIMILAR SITUATION OCCURRED NO WARNING LIGHTS NO SLIP...

Jul 19, 2019 Service Brakes 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 19, 2019 Service Brakes 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 19, 2019 Power Train 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 166,678 mi

THEIR IS 5 RECALLS ON MY VAN THAT I PULLED UP ON NHTSA AND THE FORD COMPANY IS SAYING THEIR IS ONLY ONE RECALL AND I'M HAVING SERIOUS ISSUES WITH THIS VAN AND I WAS DRIVING THIS VAN AND IT IS LOSING POWER WHEN DRIVING IT. I NEED UR HELP PLEASE. MY NUMBER IS (XXXXX) PLEASE LEAVE ME A MESSAGE SO I CAN...

Jul 9, 2019 Seats 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE THIRD ROW SEAT AREA. THE DRIVER CHECKED AND FOUND THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY WAS CORRODED AND FELL OUT, WHICH CREATED A HOLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CON...

Jul 9, 2019 Seats 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE THIRD ROW SEAT AREA. THE DRIVER CHECKED AND FOUND THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY WAS CORRODED AND FELL OUT, WHICH CREATED A HOLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CON...

Jul 2, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE SWITCHING THE SHIFTER INTO GEAR, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY CHANGE GEARS. THE DRIVER HAD TO SWITCH THE SHIFTER MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE THE GEAR WOULD CHANGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE N...

Jul 2, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE SWITCHING THE SHIFTER INTO GEAR, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY CHANGE GEARS. THE DRIVER HAD TO SWITCH THE SHIFTER MULTIPLE TIMES BEFORE THE GEAR WOULD CHANGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE N...

May 12, 2019 Power Train 186,500 mi

TRANSMISSION CANT SHIFT CAR OUT OF PARK WITHOUT TRYING SEVERAL TIMES ALSO TRANSMISSION HAS TROUBLE SHIFTING OUT OF FIRST GEAR CAR TJHEN HAS TROUBLE PICKING UP SPEED WHEN YOU FIRST PULL ONTO THE ROAD CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR GETTING REAR ENDED BY OTHER CARS

May 12, 2019 Power Train 186,500 mi

TRANSMISSION CANT SHIFT CAR OUT OF PARK WITHOUT TRYING SEVERAL TIMES ALSO TRANSMISSION HAS TROUBLE SHIFTING OUT OF FIRST GEAR CAR TJHEN HAS TROUBLE PICKING UP SPEED WHEN YOU FIRST PULL ONTO THE ROAD CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR GETTING REAR ENDED BY OTHER CARS

Feb 14, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

SHIFT LEVER MOVES FREELY BUT CAR WILL NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE

Feb 14, 2019 Power Train 120,000 mi

SHIFT LEVER MOVES FREELY BUT CAR WILL NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE

Feb 12, 2019 Engine 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER. THE CONTACT SAFELY PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE DEAL...

Feb 12, 2019 Engine 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER. THE CONTACT SAFELY PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE DEAL...

Jan 29, 2019 Seats 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE THIRD ROW SEATS FELL BACKWARDS WHILE OCCUPIED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB SIGHT FORD (610 NW BLUE PKWY, LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063, (816) 524-6550) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jan 29, 2019 Seats 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE THIRD ROW SEATS FELL BACKWARDS WHILE OCCUPIED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB SIGHT FORD (610 NW BLUE PKWY, LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063, (816) 524-6550) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jan 25, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED AND SURGED WHEN APPROACHING A STOP. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE DRIVER HAD TO CONSTANTLY APPLY FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO REPL...

Jan 25, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED AND SURGED WHEN APPROACHING A STOP. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE DRIVER HAD TO CONSTANTLY APPLY FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO REPL...

Jan 22, 2019 Power Train 126,470 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING LOW SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HAD DIFFICULTY SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. ALSO, THE POWER TRAIN INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Jan 22, 2019 Power Train 126,470 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING LOW SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HAD DIFFICULTY SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. ALSO, THE POWER TRAIN INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Jan 8, 2019 Power Train 71,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WAS DRIVING ARE VAN WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPED WORKING VAN ONLY HAS 71,000 MILES ON IT I THINK IT SHOULD BE RECALLED DUE TO THEM USEING THE SAME TRANSMISSIONS IN THE OTHER CARS AND VANS THAT WERE RECALLED

Jan 8, 2019 Power Train 71,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL WAS DRIVING ARE VAN WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPED WORKING VAN ONLY HAS 71,000 MILES ON IT I THINK IT SHOULD BE RECALLED DUE TO THEM USEING THE SAME TRANSMISSIONS IN THE OTHER CARS AND VANS THAT WERE RECALLED

Jan 1, 2019 Power Train 152,099 mi

WHEN I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED LOSING POWER BUT THE ENGINE WAS STARTING TO RACE THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP CAUSING ME TO BE STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WITH CARS GOING AROUND ME THE POLICE CAME BY AND HAD TO PUSH ME OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO A SAFE PLACE S...

Jan 1, 2019 Power Train 152,099 mi

WHEN I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED LOSING POWER BUT THE ENGINE WAS STARTING TO RACE THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP CAUSING ME TO BE STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WITH CARS GOING AROUND ME THE POLICE CAME BY AND HAD TO PUSH ME OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO A SAFE PLACE S...

Dec 22, 2018 Power Train 164,000 mi

I WAS TO THE ON US HWY 98 IN LAKELAND FL WHEN I APPROACHED THE STREET LIGHT THAT TURNED RED. WHEN I STOPPED THE CARAVAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEARS TOWARD OR REVERSE WORKED AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC VERY HEAVY AND DANGEROUS POSSISION. HAD TO PUSH OF THE ROAD AND WAIT FOR SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE ...

Dec 22, 2018 Power Train 164,000 mi

I WAS TO THE ON US HWY 98 IN LAKELAND FL WHEN I APPROACHED THE STREET LIGHT THAT TURNED RED. WHEN I STOPPED THE CARAVAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEARS TOWARD OR REVERSE WORKED AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC VERY HEAVY AND DANGEROUS POSSISION. HAD TO PUSH OF THE ROAD AND WAIT FOR SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE ...

Dec 19, 2018 Power Train 73,764 mi

'TAKATA RECALL' 1)TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT FAIL. LOSS OF CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE WHILE IN MOTION LEAVING MY HOME IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD. ALMOST CAUSING MY CHILDREN AND I TO WRECK INTO A PARKED CAR.

Dec 19, 2018 Power Train 73,764 mi

'TAKATA RECALL' 1)TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT FAIL. LOSS OF CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE WHILE IN MOTION LEAVING MY HOME IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD. ALMOST CAUSING MY CHILDREN AND I TO WRECK INTO A PARKED CAR.

Nov 9, 2018 Electrical System 82,000 mi

THIS IS A BIG, BIG, DEAL RELATED TO DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE. REFERENCE BULLETIN:FORD TSB 6-14-10, ISSUED JULY 24, 2006 (SUPERSEDES FORD TSB 5-23-7 ISSUED NOVEMBER 28, 2005) MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL SURGING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT AND NO REVERSE GEAR. HAVE HAD OFF AND ON PROBLEMS FOR THE PAST YEAR RES...

Nov 9, 2018 Electrical System 82,000 mi

THIS IS A BIG, BIG, DEAL RELATED TO DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE. REFERENCE BULLETIN:FORD TSB 6-14-10, ISSUED JULY 24, 2006 (SUPERSEDES FORD TSB 5-23-7 ISSUED NOVEMBER 28, 2005) MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL SURGING AND UNABLE TO SHIFT AND NO REVERSE GEAR. HAVE HAD OFF AND ON PROBLEMS FOR THE PAST YEAR RES...

Oct 17, 2018 Engine 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT SAM LEMAN FORD (1508 MORRISSEY DR, BLOOMINGTON, IL 61701, 309-938-4596) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR COMPRESSOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED....

Oct 17, 2018 Engine 83,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT SAM LEMAN FORD (1508 MORRISSEY DR, BLOOMINGTON, IL 61701, 309-938-4596) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR COMPRESSOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED....

Aug 23, 2018 Power Train 38,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTER DID NOT RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CON...

Aug 23, 2018 Power Train 38,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTER DID NOT RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CON...

Jul 24, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO NEUTRAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINAT...

Jul 24, 2018 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO NEUTRAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINAT...

Jul 24, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO NEUTRAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINAT...

Jul 24, 2018 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO NEUTRAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINAT...

Jul 9, 2018 Power Train 167,879 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. A WEEK LATER, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR WHILE REVERSING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER (AUTONATION ...

Jul 9, 2018 Power Train 167,879 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. A WEEK LATER, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR WHILE REVERSING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER (AUTONATION ...

Jun 24, 2018 Power Train 101,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT ON US HWY 17. VEHICLE HAS RUN FINE THEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND WOULD NOT MOVE MOTOR REVED UP WHEN YOU SELECT GEARS YOU CAN HEAR THE TRANSMISSION WORK BUT NO POWER THIS HAPPENED IN A 6 LANE HWY IN MYRTLE BEACH SC

Jun 24, 2018 Power Train 101,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT ON US HWY 17. VEHICLE HAS RUN FINE THEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND WOULD NOT MOVE MOTOR REVED UP WHEN YOU SELECT GEARS YOU CAN HEAR THE TRANSMISSION WORK BUT NO POWER THIS HAPPENED IN A 6 LANE HWY IN MYRTLE BEACH SC

May 17, 2018 Electrical System 175,000 mi

WATER DRIPPED FROM THE WIPER BLADE COWL INTO THE PCM, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO START, DRIVE BRIEFLY, AND THEN SHUT OFF WHILE MOVING, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED AT HIGH SPEEDS OR WITH A LO...

May 17, 2018 Electrical System 175,000 mi

WATER DRIPPED FROM THE WIPER BLADE COWL INTO THE PCM, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO START, DRIVE BRIEFLY, AND THEN SHUT OFF WHILE MOVING, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED AT HIGH SPEEDS OR WITH A LO...

May 8, 2018 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIGHWAY FORD (18982 JOHNNIE B HALL MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, DERIDDER, LOUISIANA 70634) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE...

May 8, 2018 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIGHWAY FORD (18982 JOHNNIE B HALL MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, DERIDDER, LOUISIANA 70634) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE...

Mar 7, 2018 Engine

TORT CONVERTER FAILING, I WAS DRIVING FROM VA TO NC AND MY CAR STALLED IN M DOLE OF INTERSTATE , AND I READ THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, I WAS NEEDING TO KNOW IF MY VEHICLE IS COVERED UNDER THIS ISSUE? PLEASE CALL [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 5...

Mar 7, 2018 Engine

TORT CONVERTER FAILING, I WAS DRIVING FROM VA TO NC AND MY CAR STALLED IN M DOLE OF INTERSTATE , AND I READ THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, I WAS NEEDING TO KNOW IF MY VEHICLE IS COVERED UNDER THIS ISSUE? PLEASE CALL [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 5...

Feb 27, 2018 Steering 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEA...

Feb 27, 2018 Steering 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEA...

Feb 7, 2018 Seats 210,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE REVERSING OF THE DRIVEWAY, A METAL-TO-METAL SOUND EMERGED FROM THE THIRD ROW OF SEATS IN THE VEHICLE. THE SHEET OF METAL HOLDING THE BASE OF THE SEAT CORRODED AND FRACTURED, SENDING THE SEAT FORWARD WHERE TWO OF THE CONTACT'S CHILDREN WERE SEATED. TH...

Feb 7, 2018 Structure 108,000 mi

REAR HATCH DOOR WHEN OPENED IMMEDIATELY CLOSES, WIFE WAS TRAPPED IN THE DOOR AND HAD TO BE HELPED TO REOPEN THE DOOR BY A PASSING MAN. STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT

Feb 7, 2018 Seats 210,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE REVERSING OF THE DRIVEWAY, A METAL-TO-METAL SOUND EMERGED FROM THE THIRD ROW OF SEATS IN THE VEHICLE. THE SHEET OF METAL HOLDING THE BASE OF THE SEAT CORRODED AND FRACTURED, SENDING THE SEAT FORWARD WHERE TWO OF THE CONTACT'S CHILDREN WERE SEATED. TH...

Feb 7, 2018 Structure 108,000 mi

REAR HATCH DOOR WHEN OPENED IMMEDIATELY CLOSES, WIFE WAS TRAPPED IN THE DOOR AND HAD TO BE HELPED TO REOPEN THE DOOR BY A PASSING MAN. STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT

Jan 3, 2018 Power Train 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS ONCE UNDER RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER BUT ACTUAL PROBLEM IS WATER SEEPING INTO THE PCM. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY HAS SHIFTING PROBLEMS, SUDDENLY LOSES ALL POWER WHILE DRIVING, SOMETIMES WON'T GO INTO GEAR AT ALL, AND KNOCKS AND SHUDDERS VERY INTENSELY WHILE ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE PERFO...

Jan 3, 2018 Power Train 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS ONCE UNDER RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER BUT ACTUAL PROBLEM IS WATER SEEPING INTO THE PCM. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY HAS SHIFTING PROBLEMS, SUDDENLY LOSES ALL POWER WHILE DRIVING, SOMETIMES WON'T GO INTO GEAR AT ALL, AND KNOCKS AND SHUDDERS VERY INTENSELY WHILE ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE PERFO...

Dec 21, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Dec 21, 2017 Suspension 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Dec 21, 2017 Exterior Lighting 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Dec 21, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Dec 21, 2017 Suspension 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Dec 21, 2017 Exterior Lighting 153,000 mi

HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE FADED REAL BAD, MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT

Nov 30, 2017 Electrical System 126,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED ON PASSENGER SIDE AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL FORD MECHANIC STATED THAT THE COST TO REPAIR WAS $600+ FOR PARTS & $300 FOR LABOR TO FIX. APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 126,000.

Nov 30, 2017 Electrical System 126,000 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED ON PASSENGER SIDE AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL FORD MECHANIC STATED THAT THE COST TO REPAIR WAS $600+ FOR PARTS & $300 FOR LABOR TO FIX. APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 126,000.

Sep 9, 2017 Power Train

MY VAN JUST SUDDENLY LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. IT WONT GO FORWARD OR BACK. IT SHUDDERS AND DOESNT ACCELERATE PROPERLY.

Sep 9, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control

MY VAN JUST SUDDENLY LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. IT WONT GO FORWARD OR BACK. IT SHUDDERS AND DOESNT ACCELERATE PROPERLY.

Sep 9, 2017 Power Train

MY VAN JUST SUDDENLY LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. IT WONT GO FORWARD OR BACK. IT SHUDDERS AND DOESNT ACCELERATE PROPERLY.

Sep 9, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control

MY VAN JUST SUDDENLY LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. IT WONT GO FORWARD OR BACK. IT SHUDDERS AND DOESNT ACCELERATE PROPERLY.

Aug 17, 2017 Structure 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS DID NOT WORK AND FAILED TO OPEN MANUALLY. THE FAILURE MADE IT A SAFETY HAZARD FOR REAR PASSENGERS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Aug 17, 2017 Structure 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS DID NOT WORK AND FAILED TO OPEN MANUALLY. THE FAILURE MADE IT A SAFETY HAZARD FOR REAR PASSENGERS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Aug 14, 2017 Power Train 90,000 mi

TRANSMISSION GOES IN AND OUT OF GEAR WHEN WARM. SHIFTS PERFECTLY UNTIL WARM. FORD MINIVAN TRANSMISSIONS ARE SO BAD!!! WHY??? FORD FIX MY TRANSMISSION!!!!

Aug 14, 2017 Power Train 90,000 mi

TRANSMISSION GOES IN AND OUT OF GEAR WHEN WARM. SHIFTS PERFECTLY UNTIL WARM. FORD MINIVAN TRANSMISSIONS ARE SO BAD!!! WHY??? FORD FIX MY TRANSMISSION!!!!

Jul 25, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STOPPED AT A GROCERY STORE, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WAS LOCKED AND FAILED TO UNLOCK BOTH FROM THE INTERIOR AND FROM EXTERIOR. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER SHERWOOD OF SALISBURY LOCATED AT 1902 N SALISBUR...

Jul 25, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STOPPED AT A GROCERY STORE, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WAS LOCKED AND FAILED TO UNLOCK BOTH FROM THE INTERIOR AND FROM EXTERIOR. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER SHERWOOD OF SALISBURY LOCATED AT 1902 N SALISBUR...

Jul 14, 2017 Power Train 189,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY ROAD AT ANY SPEED, RPMS WILL SUDDENLY INCREASE SLIGHTLY, THEN VEHICLE WILL DROP IN RPMS CREATING A SOUND SIMILAR TO A HORSE NEIGHING. SOMETIMES VEHICLE WILL LOOSE ALL MOTOR POWER, WHICH WILL REQUIRE A SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL, TURNING OFF KEY THEN TURNING ON KEY, RESTARTING ENGIN...

Jul 14, 2017 Power Train 189,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY ROAD AT ANY SPEED, RPMS WILL SUDDENLY INCREASE SLIGHTLY, THEN VEHICLE WILL DROP IN RPMS CREATING A SOUND SIMILAR TO A HORSE NEIGHING. SOMETIMES VEHICLE WILL LOOSE ALL MOTOR POWER, WHICH WILL REQUIRE A SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL, TURNING OFF KEY THEN TURNING ON KEY, RESTARTING ENGIN...

Jul 10, 2017 Power Train

ON JUNE 5TH 2017 WE HIT A DEER WITH OUR VAN ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. AFTER THE DEER HIT THE VAN THE DEER SPUN AROUND AND WENT UNDER THE VAN. THE VAN WAS DRIVEABLE AND THERE WEREN'T ANY FLUIDS LEAKING. ON OUR WAY HOME THAT SAME NIGHT WHEN YOU WOULD GET UP TO 60 MILES PER HOUR IT WOULD JERK REALLY BAD IN ...

Jul 10, 2017 Power Train

ON JUNE 5TH 2017 WE HIT A DEER WITH OUR VAN ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. AFTER THE DEER HIT THE VAN THE DEER SPUN AROUND AND WENT UNDER THE VAN. THE VAN WAS DRIVEABLE AND THERE WEREN'T ANY FLUIDS LEAKING. ON OUR WAY HOME THAT SAME NIGHT WHEN YOU WOULD GET UP TO 60 MILES PER HOUR IT WOULD JERK REALLY BAD IN ...

Jul 7, 2017 Power Train 152,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER AND OUTPUT SHAFT. WHEN ACCELERATING INTERNAL SHAFT SPLINES SOUNDS STRIPPED WITH NO POWER TO GO . TACHOMETER IN TAKE OFF REVES UP WHEN CHANGING GEARS.

Jul 7, 2017 Power Train 152,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER AND OUTPUT SHAFT. WHEN ACCELERATING INTERNAL SHAFT SPLINES SOUNDS STRIPPED WITH NO POWER TO GO . TACHOMETER IN TAKE OFF REVES UP WHEN CHANGING GEARS.

Jun 21, 2017 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Fuel System, Gasoline

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Engine

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Jun 21, 2017 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Fuel System, Gasoline

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Engine

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP AND UNRESOLVED VEHICLE PROBLEMS. *SMD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON AFTER MULTIPLE REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO S...

Jun 21, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Jun 8, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages 68,145 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOCKS ON THE VEHICLE DOORS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 68,145.

Jun 8, 2017 Power Train 96,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS MAKING A SOUND KIND OF LIKE A MISFIRE IN THE AIR INTAKE OR BACK FIRE IN THE EXHAUST. LISTENED SEVERAL TIMES AND SOUNDED LIKE THE NOISE WAS ACTUALLY COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT FOR A DIAGNOSIS TO J&A TRANSMISSION IN MORRIS, IL THEIR DIAGNOSIS WAS IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH...

Jun 8, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages 68,145 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOCKS ON THE VEHICLE DOORS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 68,145.

Jun 8, 2017 Power Train 96,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS MAKING A SOUND KIND OF LIKE A MISFIRE IN THE AIR INTAKE OR BACK FIRE IN THE EXHAUST. LISTENED SEVERAL TIMES AND SOUNDED LIKE THE NOISE WAS ACTUALLY COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. TOOK IT FOR A DIAGNOSIS TO J&A TRANSMISSION IN MORRIS, IL THEIR DIAGNOSIS WAS IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH...

May 23, 2017 Seats 51,000 mi

"REAR SEAT LATCHES SUBJECT TO CORROSION". AFTER ORIGINAL SALE, THIS VAN WAS MODIFIED BY RIDE-AWAY(RICHMOND) TO TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR-DEPENDENT PASSENGERS IN THE REAR AREA. THE ENTIRE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE WAS LOWERED, FUEL TANK ETC. MOVED TO BELOW REAR SEAT AREA, AND A HINGED BENCH SEAT WAS INSTALLED...

May 23, 2017 Seats 51,000 mi

"REAR SEAT LATCHES SUBJECT TO CORROSION". AFTER ORIGINAL SALE, THIS VAN WAS MODIFIED BY RIDE-AWAY(RICHMOND) TO TRANSPORT WHEELCHAIR-DEPENDENT PASSENGERS IN THE REAR AREA. THE ENTIRE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE WAS LOWERED, FUEL TANK ETC. MOVED TO BELOW REAR SEAT AREA, AND A HINGED BENCH SEAT WAS INSTALLED...

May 5, 2017 Structure 162,015 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE THIRD ROW SEAT BACK INTO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, THE SEAT FAILED TO LATCH. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE METAL AROUND THE SEAT LATCH WAS RUSTED. THE CONTACT THEN NOTED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELLS ALSO SHOWED SEVERE RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS...

May 5, 2017 Seats 162,015 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE THIRD ROW SEAT BACK INTO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, THE SEAT FAILED TO LATCH. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE METAL AROUND THE SEAT LATCH WAS RUSTED. THE CONTACT THEN NOTED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELLS ALSO SHOWED SEVERE RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS...

May 5, 2017 Structure 162,015 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE THIRD ROW SEAT BACK INTO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, THE SEAT FAILED TO LATCH. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE METAL AROUND THE SEAT LATCH WAS RUSTED. THE CONTACT THEN NOTED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELLS ALSO SHOWED SEVERE RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS...

May 5, 2017 Seats 162,015 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE THIRD ROW SEAT BACK INTO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, THE SEAT FAILED TO LATCH. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE METAL AROUND THE SEAT LATCH WAS RUSTED. THE CONTACT THEN NOTED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELLS ALSO SHOWED SEVERE RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Apr 24, 2017 Power Train 215,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE RPM WOULD DROP TO ZERO AND NO POWER WOULD GO TOWARDS MOVEMENT. THEN RPM WOULD SUDDENLY JUMP TO OVER 1500 CAUSING MY VAN TO LURCH AND JUMP EVEN WHILE BRAKE WAS APPLIED. I WAS DRIVING WITHIN THE CITY, SPEED OF 30 MPH.

Apr 24, 2017 Power Train 215,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE RPM WOULD DROP TO ZERO AND NO POWER WOULD GO TOWARDS MOVEMENT. THEN RPM WOULD SUDDENLY JUMP TO OVER 1500 CAUSING MY VAN TO LURCH AND JUMP EVEN WHILE BRAKE WAS APPLIED. I WAS DRIVING WITHIN THE CITY, SPEED OF 30 MPH.

Mar 29, 2017 Engine 120,000 mi

WHEN IT'S RAINING OR WET SNOW OUTSIDE THE VAN STARTS TO CHUG. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO HAVE LOSS OF POWER AND IT BECOMES JERKY. THE ENGINE LIGHT STARTS TO FLASH. IT ONLY DOES THIS WHEN IT'S WET OUTSIDE- IT HAPPENS ON THE FREEWAY, DIRT ROADS, PAVED IN TOWN ROADS.... I'M SURE IT IS THE ELECTRICAL B...

Mar 29, 2017 Engine 120,000 mi

WHEN IT'S RAINING OR WET SNOW OUTSIDE THE VAN STARTS TO CHUG. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO HAVE LOSS OF POWER AND IT BECOMES JERKY. THE ENGINE LIGHT STARTS TO FLASH. IT ONLY DOES THIS WHEN IT'S WET OUTSIDE- IT HAPPENS ON THE FREEWAY, DIRT ROADS, PAVED IN TOWN ROADS.... I'M SURE IT IS THE ELECTRICAL B...

Mar 25, 2017 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING WILL NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. SHIFTS GEAR WITH NO PROBLEM, BUT IT WILL NOT MOVE WHEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, REVERSE, ETC. WE ARE UNABLE TO USE ANY MOMENTUM TO MOVE OFF THE ROAD SAFELY. UPON RESEARCH IT MAY BE RELATED TO THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL FROM 2009. VEHICLE H...

Mar 25, 2017 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING WILL NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. SHIFTS GEAR WITH NO PROBLEM, BUT IT WILL NOT MOVE WHEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, REVERSE, ETC. WE ARE UNABLE TO USE ANY MOMENTUM TO MOVE OFF THE ROAD SAFELY. UPON RESEARCH IT MAY BE RELATED TO THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL FROM 2009. VEHICLE H...

Mar 16, 2017 Engine 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Mar 16, 2017 Steering 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Mar 16, 2017 Unknown Or Other 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Mar 16, 2017 Engine 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Mar 16, 2017 Steering 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Mar 16, 2017 Unknown Or Other 10,000 mi

MY TRANSMITION TURN MY CAR OFF IN THE HIGHEST MY ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON

Feb 23, 2017 Power Train 160,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR RECALL I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND DIDN'T KNOW THAT IT HAD BEEN RECALLED. I WAS DRIVING AN HOUR AWAY FROM MY HOME WHEN COMING DOWN AN EXTREMELY BUSY OFFRAMP THE TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING. IT TOOK ME AN HOUR AT LEAST TO GET THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS PEOPLE WER...

Feb 23, 2017 Power Train 160,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR RECALL I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND DIDN'T KNOW THAT IT HAD BEEN RECALLED. I WAS DRIVING AN HOUR AWAY FROM MY HOME WHEN COMING DOWN AN EXTREMELY BUSY OFFRAMP THE TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING. IT TOOK ME AN HOUR AT LEAST TO GET THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS PEOPLE WER...

Feb 6, 2017 Engine Fire 122,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FIRE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 122,00...

Feb 6, 2017 Engine Fire 122,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FIRE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 122,00...

Feb 1, 2017 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. UPON PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELL WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE REAR WHEEL. THE CONTACT REMOVED THE METAL PART OF THE SEAT...

Feb 1, 2017 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. UPON PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELL WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE REAR WHEEL. THE CONTACT REMOVED THE METAL PART OF THE SEAT...

Jan 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other 165,200 mi

ON NOVEMBER I WAS GOING SHOPPING WITH MY TWO KIDS,OUT OF THE SUDDEN MY VAN STOPPED IN THE INTERSECTION OF WASHINGTON AND MILES, I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON, I PUSHED IT TO THE SIDE OFF THE ROAD. IT DIDN'T TURN ON SO I CALLED THE TOW TRUCK. WE'RE BEING TRYING TO FIXED IT BUT NOW IT JUST DOESN'T ...

Jan 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other 165,200 mi

ON NOVEMBER I WAS GOING SHOPPING WITH MY TWO KIDS,OUT OF THE SUDDEN MY VAN STOPPED IN THE INTERSECTION OF WASHINGTON AND MILES, I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON, I PUSHED IT TO THE SIDE OFF THE ROAD. IT DIDN'T TURN ON SO I CALLED THE TOW TRUCK. WE'RE BEING TRYING TO FIXED IT BUT NOW IT JUST DOESN'T ...

Jan 3, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages 116,765 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE, THE HYDRAULIC LOCK FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,765.

Jan 3, 2017 Latches/locks/linkages 116,765 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE, THE HYDRAULIC LOCK FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,765.

Nov 25, 2016 Power Train 65,948 mi

HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS PER RECALL AT 53692 MILES. TWO YEARS AND 12000 MILES LATER THE VAN LOST POWER ON THE ROAD. DEALER ESTIMATED $1300 TO DIAGNOSE AND $3000 IF IT IS THE TRANSMISSION.

Nov 25, 2016 Power Train 65,948 mi

HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED AS PER RECALL AT 53692 MILES. TWO YEARS AND 12000 MILES LATER THE VAN LOST POWER ON THE ROAD. DEALER ESTIMATED $1300 TO DIAGNOSE AND $3000 IF IT IS THE TRANSMISSION.

Oct 24, 2016 Suspension 169,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD A DENT AND CAUSED THE BRAKE LINES TO RUB AGAINST THE TIRE. THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO B...

Oct 24, 2016 Suspension 169,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD A DENT AND CAUSED THE BRAKE LINES TO RUB AGAINST THE TIRE. THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO B...

Oct 12, 2016 Steering 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED O...

Oct 12, 2016 Steering 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED O...

Oct 9, 2016 Power Train

BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HESITATE OR SHUDDER. PULLED ONTO INTERSTATE AND TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VERY SLUGGISHLY AND STARTED SLIPPING. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR, ENGINEERING JUST REVED. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED ...

Oct 9, 2016 Power Train

BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO HESITATE OR SHUDDER. PULLED ONTO INTERSTATE AND TRANSMISSION SHIFTED VERY SLUGGISHLY AND STARTED SLIPPING. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR, ENGINEERING JUST REVED. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED ...

Sep 2, 2016 Power Train 220,000 mi

IN MOTION AND IN DRIVE ON STATE ROUTE 309 THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING LOST ALL ABILITY TO MOVE. WE HAD MYSELF, MY HUSBAND, MY THREE DAUGHTERS (17, 10, AND 1) PLUS OUR NEW BORN SON IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE COASTED TO A NEAR BY GAS STATION BUT NOT BEFORE BEING VERY CLOSE HIT ...

Sep 2, 2016 Power Train 220,000 mi

IN MOTION AND IN DRIVE ON STATE ROUTE 309 THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING LOST ALL ABILITY TO MOVE. WE HAD MYSELF, MY HUSBAND, MY THREE DAUGHTERS (17, 10, AND 1) PLUS OUR NEW BORN SON IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE COASTED TO A NEAR BY GAS STATION BUT NOT BEFORE BEING VERY CLOSE HIT ...

Aug 19, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 163,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH WATER GETTING IN THE ECM HAD 3 TRANSMISSIONS SHOP SAY MY TRANSMISSION NEEDED REBUILD SO I HAD IT REBUILT AND IT'S STILL SLIPPING BETWEEN 30 AND 40 MPH ONLY OTHER THING IT CAN BE IS A WET ECM TRANSMISSION SHOP CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT COST ME 1600 ALREADY AND STILL SLIPPING GOT TO BE THE ECM...

Aug 19, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 163,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH WATER GETTING IN THE ECM HAD 3 TRANSMISSIONS SHOP SAY MY TRANSMISSION NEEDED REBUILD SO I HAD IT REBUILT AND IT'S STILL SLIPPING BETWEEN 30 AND 40 MPH ONLY OTHER THING IT CAN BE IS A WET ECM TRANSMISSION SHOP CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT COST ME 1600 ALREADY AND STILL SLIPPING GOT TO BE THE ECM...

Aug 18, 2016 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER,( MY VEHICLE NEVER REALLY HAD GOOD PICK-UP) ANYWAY THE TRANS WENT AND A FORD DEALER IN NY STATE (WATKINS GLEN) REPAIRED IT IT STILL DIDNT HAVE ANY PICK -UP NOW ABOUT 1.5 YEARS LATER IM HAVING SAME PROBLEM MY VANS BEEN SITTING NOW FOR ...

Aug 18, 2016 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER,( MY VEHICLE NEVER REALLY HAD GOOD PICK-UP) ANYWAY THE TRANS WENT AND A FORD DEALER IN NY STATE (WATKINS GLEN) REPAIRED IT IT STILL DIDNT HAVE ANY PICK -UP NOW ABOUT 1.5 YEARS LATER IM HAVING SAME PROBLEM MY VANS BEEN SITTING NOW FOR ...

Aug 10, 2016 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 5 MPH. THE TRANSAXLE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMA...

Aug 10, 2016 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 5 MPH. THE TRANSAXLE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMA...

Jul 18, 2016 Engine 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND AN UNFAMILIAR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO ...

Jul 18, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND AN UNFAMILIAR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO ...

Jul 18, 2016 Engine 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND AN UNFAMILIAR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO ...

Jul 18, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND AN UNFAMILIAR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO ...

Jul 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL - 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN 135,000 MILES..... TRANSMISSION FAILURE 3 (MARCH 2012) (JULY 2007) TIMES IN 11 YEARS. RECALL ISSUED FOR SAME EXACT VAN BUILT AT OTHER PLANT BUT DOES NOT COVER MY VAN. I DON'T UNDERSTAND THIS AS FORD SAYS THAT THEY USE THE SAME PARTS AT ALL LOCATIONS. WAS DRIVIN...

Jul 8, 2016 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH DOWN A STEEP DECLINE, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT LOST SLIGHT STEERING CONTROL ON THE MOUNTAINOUS ROAD. AFTER REGAINING CONTROL, THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN...

Jul 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL - 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN 135,000 MILES..... TRANSMISSION FAILURE 3 (MARCH 2012) (JULY 2007) TIMES IN 11 YEARS. RECALL ISSUED FOR SAME EXACT VAN BUILT AT OTHER PLANT BUT DOES NOT COVER MY VAN. I DON'T UNDERSTAND THIS AS FORD SAYS THAT THEY USE THE SAME PARTS AT ALL LOCATIONS. WAS DRIVIN...

Jul 8, 2016 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH DOWN A STEEP DECLINE, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT LOST SLIGHT STEERING CONTROL ON THE MOUNTAINOUS ROAD. AFTER REGAINING CONTROL, THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN...

Jun 16, 2016 Power Train 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED; HOWEVER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE DESIRED GEAR SELECTION UNTIL SEVERAL HOURS LATER. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. TH...

Jun 16, 2016 Power Train 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED; HOWEVER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE DESIRED GEAR SELECTION UNTIL SEVERAL HOURS LATER. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. TH...

Jun 10, 2016 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SERPENTINE BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIE...

Jun 10, 2016 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SERPENTINE BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIE...

May 11, 2016 Electrical System 180,000 mi

AN INCIDENT FROM ABOUT A MONTH AGO: AFTER TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AND COMING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT AT THE OFF RAMP AT 2AM, MY CAR BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND REV. I PROCEEDED TO THE NEXT RED LIGHT WHERE MY CAR SHUT OFF. EVERY TIME I STARTED IT, IT WOULD SHUT OFF RIGHT AWAY. I DRIVE FOR A TAXI SERV...

May 11, 2016 Power Train 180,000 mi

AN INCIDENT FROM ABOUT A MONTH AGO: AFTER TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AND COMING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT AT THE OFF RAMP AT 2AM, MY CAR BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND REV. I PROCEEDED TO THE NEXT RED LIGHT WHERE MY CAR SHUT OFF. EVERY TIME I STARTED IT, IT WOULD SHUT OFF RIGHT AWAY. I DRIVE FOR A TAXI SERV...

May 11, 2016 Electrical System 180,000 mi

AN INCIDENT FROM ABOUT A MONTH AGO: AFTER TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AND COMING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT AT THE OFF RAMP AT 2AM, MY CAR BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND REV. I PROCEEDED TO THE NEXT RED LIGHT WHERE MY CAR SHUT OFF. EVERY TIME I STARTED IT, IT WOULD SHUT OFF RIGHT AWAY. I DRIVE FOR A TAXI SERV...

May 11, 2016 Power Train 180,000 mi

AN INCIDENT FROM ABOUT A MONTH AGO: AFTER TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AND COMING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT AT THE OFF RAMP AT 2AM, MY CAR BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND REV. I PROCEEDED TO THE NEXT RED LIGHT WHERE MY CAR SHUT OFF. EVERY TIME I STARTED IT, IT WOULD SHUT OFF RIGHT AWAY. I DRIVE FOR A TAXI SERV...

Apr 20, 2016 Power Train 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 192,000.

Apr 20, 2016 Power Train 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 192,000.

Apr 14, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE RPMS SURGED TO 2,000 AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE MAN...

Apr 14, 2016 Engine 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE RPMS SURGED TO 2,000 AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE MAN...

Apr 14, 2016 Power Train 140,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL MY TRANSMISSION START SLIPPING WHEN 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR. FEEL LIKE SOME TIMES LOOSING POWER.

Apr 14, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE RPMS SURGED TO 2,000 AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE MAN...

Apr 14, 2016 Engine 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, THE RPMS SURGED TO 2,000 AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE MAN...

Apr 14, 2016 Power Train 140,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL MY TRANSMISSION START SLIPPING WHEN 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR. FEEL LIKE SOME TIMES LOOSING POWER.

Mar 8, 2016 Power Train 151,206 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Mar 8, 2016 Power Train 151,206 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Feb 5, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD IDLE HIGH AND ALSO HESITATE AS IF IT WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Feb 5, 2016 Engine 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD IDLE HIGH AND ALSO HESITATE AS IF IT WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Feb 5, 2016 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MADE UNUSUAL NOISES WHEN OCCUPIED BY A PASSENGER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKER WAS CORRODED AND RUSTED INSIDE OUT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE A...

Feb 5, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD IDLE HIGH AND ALSO HESITATE AS IF IT WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Feb 5, 2016 Engine 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD IDLE HIGH AND ALSO HESITATE AS IF IT WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Feb 5, 2016 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT MADE UNUSUAL NOISES WHEN OCCUPIED BY A PASSENGER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKER WAS CORRODED AND RUSTED INSIDE OUT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE A...

Jan 10, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100,045 mi

I AM NOT SURE WHERE THE PROBLEM LIES BUT WE SUSPECT IT MAY BE ELECTRICAL. WE HAVE HAD THE FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER REPLACED, AND THE PCM CLEANED AND DRIED OUT BUT THE VAN IS STILL MAKING A SQUEALING NOISE AND DIES WITHOUT NOTICE, MOST OFTEN IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN OR AT A STOP LIGHT OR SIGN. THE SQUE...

Jan 10, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100,045 mi

I AM NOT SURE WHERE THE PROBLEM LIES BUT WE SUSPECT IT MAY BE ELECTRICAL. WE HAVE HAD THE FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER REPLACED, AND THE PCM CLEANED AND DRIED OUT BUT THE VAN IS STILL MAKING A SQUEALING NOISE AND DIES WITHOUT NOTICE, MOST OFTEN IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN OR AT A STOP LIGHT OR SIGN. THE SQUE...

Dec 28, 2015 Power Train 54,378 mi

IN 2014 WE BOUGHT A FORD FREESTAR, FOUND OUT LATER THE TORQUE CONV. WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED. I TOOK THE VAN TO FORD IN OUR AREA AND THEY FLUSHED OUT THE CONVERTER $185+ AND THAT WORKED FOR A MONTH OR SO AND IT DID IT AGAIN. TOOK IT BACK TO FORD AND THEY KEPT IT A WEEK BEFORE THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED ...

Dec 28, 2015 Power Train 54,378 mi

IN 2014 WE BOUGHT A FORD FREESTAR, FOUND OUT LATER THE TORQUE CONV. WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED. I TOOK THE VAN TO FORD IN OUR AREA AND THEY FLUSHED OUT THE CONVERTER $185+ AND THAT WORKED FOR A MONTH OR SO AND IT DID IT AGAIN. TOOK IT BACK TO FORD AND THEY KEPT IT A WEEK BEFORE THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED ...

Dec 18, 2015 Engine 110,834 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY RATE OF SPEED, THE ENGINE BACK FIRED AND DRASTICALLY REDUCED SPEED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO HAVE TO DRIVE LESS THAN 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS AWAITING A DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURE...

Dec 18, 2015 Engine 110,834 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY RATE OF SPEED, THE ENGINE BACK FIRED AND DRASTICALLY REDUCED SPEED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO HAVE TO DRIVE LESS THAN 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS AWAITING A DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURE...

Dec 1, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 132,000 mi

I HAD JUST TURNED ONTO MEBANE STREET WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED DEAD. I STEERED IT OFF OF THE ROAD, PUT IT IN PARK AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. I WAITED A WHILE AND TRIED TO START IT AGAIN. IT STARTED AND THEN SPUTTERED AND DIED. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND THE DRIVER TRIED TO START IT AND IT DID THE SAME TH...

Dec 1, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 132,000 mi

I HAD JUST TURNED ONTO MEBANE STREET WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED DEAD. I STEERED IT OFF OF THE ROAD, PUT IT IN PARK AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. I WAITED A WHILE AND TRIED TO START IT AGAIN. IT STARTED AND THEN SPUTTERED AND DIED. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND THE DRIVER TRIED TO START IT AND IT DID THE SAME TH...

Oct 23, 2015 Power Train 160,000 mi

ON FREEWAY, CAR LOST ALL FORWARD POWER. MOTOR RUNNING. MADE IT TO SHOULDER. SHUT ALL DOWN. STARTED MOTOR..PUT IN GEAR.. MANAGED TO GET HOME PLEASE SEE. CARCOMPLAINTS.COM

Oct 23, 2015 Power Train 160,000 mi

ON FREEWAY, CAR LOST ALL FORWARD POWER. MOTOR RUNNING. MADE IT TO SHOULDER. SHUT ALL DOWN. STARTED MOTOR..PUT IN GEAR.. MANAGED TO GET HOME PLEASE SEE. CARCOMPLAINTS.COM

Oct 22, 2015 Power Train 4,800,000 mi

MY VAN WON'T GO INTO REVERSE AND SOMETIMES WON'T EVEN GO INTO DRIVE. THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FLUSHED OUT AGAIN AFTER IT WAS SUPPOSEDLY REPLACED DUE TO RECALL AND IS STILL SPUTTERING AND STALLING OUT. THEY TELL ME NOW I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 50K MILES ANOTHER $4K. THE VAN WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY WI...

Oct 22, 2015 Power Train 4,800,000 mi

MY VAN WON'T GO INTO REVERSE AND SOMETIMES WON'T EVEN GO INTO DRIVE. THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FLUSHED OUT AGAIN AFTER IT WAS SUPPOSEDLY REPLACED DUE TO RECALL AND IS STILL SPUTTERING AND STALLING OUT. THEY TELL ME NOW I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 50K MILES ANOTHER $4K. THE VAN WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY WI...

Oct 20, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE FUELING UP THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL TANK OVERFLOWED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING CLOGGING THE TANK. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

Oct 20, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE FUELING UP THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL TANK OVERFLOWED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING CLOGGING THE TANK. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

Oct 14, 2015 Power Train 130,000 mi

MY FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TRANS PROBLEM, IT BROKE DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 3 YRS AGO, FORD IN WATKINS GLEN NY FIXED IT ,IT RAN SLUGGISH LIKE IT DID BEFORE IT BROKE DOWN, I JUST THOUGHT "OH WELL I GUESS THAT'S HOW THEY RAN", NOW THREE YRS. LATER I'M HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM ITS TRANS IS NOT W...

Oct 14, 2015 Power Train 130,000 mi

MY FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TRANS PROBLEM, IT BROKE DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 3 YRS AGO, FORD IN WATKINS GLEN NY FIXED IT ,IT RAN SLUGGISH LIKE IT DID BEFORE IT BROKE DOWN, I JUST THOUGHT "OH WELL I GUESS THAT'S HOW THEY RAN", NOW THREE YRS. LATER I'M HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM ITS TRANS IS NOT W...

Oct 5, 2015 Power Train 142,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT MENTIONED WHEN THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO GEAR, IT MADE A HUMMING NOISE AND STALLED. AFTER WAITING FOR A MOMENT, THE VEHICLE WAS RESTART BUT THE FAILURE RECURR...

Oct 5, 2015 Power Train 142,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT MENTIONED WHEN THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO GEAR, IT MADE A HUMMING NOISE AND STALLED. AFTER WAITING FOR A MOMENT, THE VEHICLE WAS RESTART BUT THE FAILURE RECURR...

Sep 21, 2015 Power Train 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND STUTTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHI...

Sep 21, 2015 Power Train 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND STUTTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHI...

Aug 31, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Aug 31, 2015 Steering 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Aug 31, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Aug 31, 2015 Steering 112,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL...

Aug 29, 2015 Electrical System 154,195 mi

DROVE THE VEHICLE 1 MILE TO KIDS SCHOOL ON THE WAY BACK IT LOST POWER , WOULDN'T ACCELERATE .. THE #40 FUSE WAS BLOWN AND EVERY TIME I REPLACE IT AS SOON AS I TURN THE KEY ON IT BLOWS AGAIN. CAN'T DRIVE IT AND JUST SEEMS LIKE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS KEEP OCCURRING WITH IT LAST TIME WAS WATER IN THE PCM ...

Aug 29, 2015 Power Train 154,195 mi

DROVE THE VEHICLE 1 MILE TO KIDS SCHOOL ON THE WAY BACK IT LOST POWER , WOULDN'T ACCELERATE .. THE #40 FUSE WAS BLOWN AND EVERY TIME I REPLACE IT AS SOON AS I TURN THE KEY ON IT BLOWS AGAIN. CAN'T DRIVE IT AND JUST SEEMS LIKE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS KEEP OCCURRING WITH IT LAST TIME WAS WATER IN THE PCM ...

Aug 29, 2015 Electrical System 154,195 mi

DROVE THE VEHICLE 1 MILE TO KIDS SCHOOL ON THE WAY BACK IT LOST POWER , WOULDN'T ACCELERATE .. THE #40 FUSE WAS BLOWN AND EVERY TIME I REPLACE IT AS SOON AS I TURN THE KEY ON IT BLOWS AGAIN. CAN'T DRIVE IT AND JUST SEEMS LIKE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS KEEP OCCURRING WITH IT LAST TIME WAS WATER IN THE PCM ...

Aug 29, 2015 Power Train 154,195 mi

DROVE THE VEHICLE 1 MILE TO KIDS SCHOOL ON THE WAY BACK IT LOST POWER , WOULDN'T ACCELERATE .. THE #40 FUSE WAS BLOWN AND EVERY TIME I REPLACE IT AS SOON AS I TURN THE KEY ON IT BLOWS AGAIN. CAN'T DRIVE IT AND JUST SEEMS LIKE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS KEEP OCCURRING WITH IT LAST TIME WAS WATER IN THE PCM ...

Aug 26, 2015 Power Train Crash 58,000 mi

MY TRANS IS NOT WORKING I ONLY HAVE 58000 MILE WANT TO BE REPLACE THANKS [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *JB

Aug 26, 2015 Power Train Crash 58,000 mi

MY TRANS IS NOT WORKING I ONLY HAVE 58000 MILE WANT TO BE REPLACE THANKS [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *JB

Aug 12, 2015 Electrical System 180,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS NOW VARIOUS ELECTRICAL THING HAVE BEEN GOING ON MY MINI VAN. THE SCREEN THAT SHOWS MILEAGE, ETC. HAS A SHORT AND CAN ONLY BE SEEN WHEN IT'S REALLY DARK OUT AT NIGHT. AWHILE LATER, AS I WAS DRIVING, MY CRUISE CONTROL GAVE OUT AND NO LONGER WORKS. NOW THE LIGHT FOR MY CLOCK AND THE ...

Aug 12, 2015 Power Train 131,456 mi

THE SPEEDED UP AND LOST POWER RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WAS FRIGHTNING.

Aug 12, 2015 Electrical System 180,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS NOW VARIOUS ELECTRICAL THING HAVE BEEN GOING ON MY MINI VAN. THE SCREEN THAT SHOWS MILEAGE, ETC. HAS A SHORT AND CAN ONLY BE SEEN WHEN IT'S REALLY DARK OUT AT NIGHT. AWHILE LATER, AS I WAS DRIVING, MY CRUISE CONTROL GAVE OUT AND NO LONGER WORKS. NOW THE LIGHT FOR MY CLOCK AND THE ...

Aug 12, 2015 Power Train 131,456 mi

THE SPEEDED UP AND LOST POWER RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WAS FRIGHTNING.

Aug 8, 2015 Engine 99,800 mi

BECAUSE OF A RECALL LETTER WE TOOK IT IN TO UPTOWN FORD FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT ON 09/05/2014. THE REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED. ON 06/29/2015 WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN PEWAUKEE, WITH OUR FOUR SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK, THE VAN LOST FORWARD AND REVERSE POWER AND COULD HAVE EASILY, BUT FO...

Aug 8, 2015 Engine 99,800 mi

BECAUSE OF A RECALL LETTER WE TOOK IT IN TO UPTOWN FORD FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT ON 09/05/2014. THE REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED. ON 06/29/2015 WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN PEWAUKEE, WITH OUR FOUR SMALL CHILDREN IN THE BACK, THE VAN LOST FORWARD AND REVERSE POWER AND COULD HAVE EASILY, BUT FO...

Jul 17, 2015 Wheels Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jul 17, 2015 Structure Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jul 17, 2015 Service Brakes Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jul 17, 2015 Wheels Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jul 17, 2015 Structure Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jul 17, 2015 Service Brakes Fire

I HAD RECEIVED A LETTER OF RECALL OF MY BACK ROW SEAT LATCH DO TO CORROSION. I HAD TAKEN MY VAN IN TO BE REPAIRED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS WHICH TOOK 2 WEEKS UPON RETURNING THEY INFORMED ME THEY NEED ANOTHER PART THEY FORGOT TO ORDER SO I WAITED FOR MY CALL BACK A...

Jun 30, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 108,000 mi

VAN GOT UP TO 50 MPH AND STALLED OUT AND THEN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE COMPUTER COMPONENT WAS FULL OF WATER. COMPUTER HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Jun 30, 2015 Electrical System 108,000 mi

VAN GOT UP TO 50 MPH AND STALLED OUT AND THEN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE COMPUTER COMPONENT WAS FULL OF WATER. COMPUTER HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Jun 30, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 108,000 mi

VAN GOT UP TO 50 MPH AND STALLED OUT AND THEN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE COMPUTER COMPONENT WAS FULL OF WATER. COMPUTER HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Jun 30, 2015 Electrical System 108,000 mi

VAN GOT UP TO 50 MPH AND STALLED OUT AND THEN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE COMPUTER COMPONENT WAS FULL OF WATER. COMPUTER HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Jun 23, 2015 Engine 147 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON AN INCLINED OFF RAMP TOWARDS MY DESTINATION. MY CAR ONCE IT GOT TO THE TOP OF THE INCLINE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE RPMS WERE EXCELERATING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR CAME TO A STOP I WAS THEN SPOOKED SO I TURNED MY CAR OFF AND THEN TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS MAKING A LOUD REVVING...

Jun 23, 2015 Unknown Or Other 147 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON AN INCLINED OFF RAMP TOWARDS MY DESTINATION. MY CAR ONCE IT GOT TO THE TOP OF THE INCLINE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE RPMS WERE EXCELERATING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR CAME TO A STOP I WAS THEN SPOOKED SO I TURNED MY CAR OFF AND THEN TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS MAKING A LOUD REVVING...

Jun 23, 2015 Engine 147 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON AN INCLINED OFF RAMP TOWARDS MY DESTINATION. MY CAR ONCE IT GOT TO THE TOP OF THE INCLINE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE RPMS WERE EXCELERATING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR CAME TO A STOP I WAS THEN SPOOKED SO I TURNED MY CAR OFF AND THEN TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS MAKING A LOUD REVVING...

Jun 23, 2015 Unknown Or Other 147 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON AN INCLINED OFF RAMP TOWARDS MY DESTINATION. MY CAR ONCE IT GOT TO THE TOP OF THE INCLINE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE RPMS WERE EXCELERATING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR CAME TO A STOP I WAS THEN SPOOKED SO I TURNED MY CAR OFF AND THEN TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS MAKING A LOUD REVVING...

May 6, 2015 Suspension 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED...

May 6, 2015 Suspension 123,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED...

Apr 27, 2015 Engine 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE IT WAS NOT DIA...

Apr 27, 2015 Electrical System 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE IT WAS NOT DIA...

Apr 27, 2015 Engine 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE IT WAS NOT DIA...

Apr 27, 2015 Electrical System 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE IT WAS NOT DIA...

Apr 23, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 134,695 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE ABOVE STATED DATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY, MY VAN WOULDN'T SHIFT GEARS OR PICK UP SPEED CAUSING US TO ALMOST GET HIT WHILE TRYING TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 23, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 134,695 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE ABOVE STATED DATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY, MY VAN WOULDN'T SHIFT GEARS OR PICK UP SPEED CAUSING US TO ALMOST GET HIT WHILE TRYING TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Apr 22, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, FUEL EJECTED OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAIL...

Apr 22, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, FUEL EJECTED OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAIL...

Apr 20, 2015 Power Train 105,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS AGAIN. THERE WAS A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACE ON IT IN 2011 AND THEN A TRANSMISSION AND CONVERTER AGAIN IN 2012. ALL UNDER A PREVIOUS OWNER . I BOUGHT IT FROM THAT OWNER AND NOW ITS DOING THE SAME STUFF AGAIN. MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THERE IS NOTHING THAT THEY CAN DO. IF ...

Apr 20, 2015 Power Train 105,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS AGAIN. THERE WAS A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACE ON IT IN 2011 AND THEN A TRANSMISSION AND CONVERTER AGAIN IN 2012. ALL UNDER A PREVIOUS OWNER . I BOUGHT IT FROM THAT OWNER AND NOW ITS DOING THE SAME STUFF AGAIN. MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THERE IS NOTHING THAT THEY CAN DO. IF ...

Apr 11, 2015 Electrical System

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 11, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 11, 2015 Exterior Lighting

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 11, 2015 Electrical System

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 11, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 11, 2015 Exterior Lighting

ALL GAUGES LOST POWER ON & OFF EACH DAY,UNTIL TODAY SHUT OFF FOR GOOD (4-10-15). ALSO, AT FIRST (DEC. 2014) LOST LIGHTS ON INSIDE OF VEHICLE & DID NOT EFFECT OUTSIDE LIGHTS UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN OUTSIDE ALSO OUT. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE FIRST NOTICED. AT FIRST SIGNAL LIGHTS WORKED, BUT NO...

Apr 9, 2015 Power Train 134,561 mi

I AM CURRENTLY DEALING WITH AN ISSUE THAT I FIND MANY POSTS AND COMPLAINTS ABOUT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. I WAS DRIVING AROUND A CORNER AND THE CAR JUST SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I GOT THE CAR PULLED OVER SAFELY THANKFULLY BECAUSE I HAD MY THREE CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE WITH ME AT THE TIME. I CAN STA...

Apr 9, 2015 Power Train 134,561 mi

I AM CURRENTLY DEALING WITH AN ISSUE THAT I FIND MANY POSTS AND COMPLAINTS ABOUT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. I WAS DRIVING AROUND A CORNER AND THE CAR JUST SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I GOT THE CAR PULLED OVER SAFELY THANKFULLY BECAUSE I HAD MY THREE CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE WITH ME AT THE TIME. I CAN STA...

Apr 6, 2015 Power Train 89,637 mi

MY VAN HAD A RECALL 11S25 FOR A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER. I HAD IT REPLACED 8/7/2013 WITH 72690 MILES AT HUFF FORD IN WYTHEVILLE, VA. IT STARTED HAVING THE SAME SYMPTOMS LAST TUESDAY. I HAD IT CHECKED AT HUFF FORD IN WYTHEVILLE, VA, THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM, BUT IT CONTINUES TO "SHUDDE...

Apr 6, 2015 Power Train 89,637 mi

MY VAN HAD A RECALL 11S25 FOR A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER. I HAD IT REPLACED 8/7/2013 WITH 72690 MILES AT HUFF FORD IN WYTHEVILLE, VA. IT STARTED HAVING THE SAME SYMPTOMS LAST TUESDAY. I HAD IT CHECKED AT HUFF FORD IN WYTHEVILLE, VA, THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM, BUT IT CONTINUES TO "SHUDDE...

Mar 28, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 28, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 28, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 28, 2015 Engine 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 28, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 28, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY DIE. ALL ALARMS, ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL. WILL GO OFF. SUDENLY THERE IS NO POWER. VAN WILL START RIGHT BACK UP AND DRIVE AGAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT 7 DIFFERENT MECHANICS, INCLUDING THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Mar 13, 2015 Engine 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD NEAR THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS THE RPMS REDUCED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEH...

Mar 13, 2015 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD NEAR THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS THE RPMS REDUCED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEH...

Mar 13, 2015 Engine 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD NEAR THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS THE RPMS REDUCED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEH...

Mar 13, 2015 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD NEAR THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS THE RPMS REDUCED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEH...

Mar 5, 2015 Engine 122,000 mi

ENGINE SEIZED DUE TO DEFECTIVE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET USED BY FORD MOTOR WHEN VEHICLE WAS ASSEMBLED. THIS CAUSES ANTIFREEZE TO ENTER OIL PAN WITHOUT WARNING AND CONTAMINATION OF ENGINE OIL. TECHNICIAN AFFIRMS THE ENGINE BEARINGS ARE DESTROYED AND VAN REQUIRES REPLACEMENT ENGINE. *TR

Mar 5, 2015 Engine 122,000 mi

ENGINE SEIZED DUE TO DEFECTIVE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET USED BY FORD MOTOR WHEN VEHICLE WAS ASSEMBLED. THIS CAUSES ANTIFREEZE TO ENTER OIL PAN WITHOUT WARNING AND CONTAMINATION OF ENGINE OIL. TECHNICIAN AFFIRMS THE ENGINE BEARINGS ARE DESTROYED AND VAN REQUIRES REPLACEMENT ENGINE. *TR

Mar 3, 2015 Engine 59,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COWL NEEDED TO BE SEALED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO ADDITIO...

Mar 3, 2015 Engine 59,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COWL NEEDED TO BE SEALED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO ADDITIO...

Feb 18, 2015 Power Train 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Electrical System 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Visibility/wiper 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Power Train 112,090 mi

VEHICLE LOSES POWER, ERRATICALLY SHIFTS GEARS, RPM GAUGE BOUNCES AROUND AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I LATER FIND THAT THE ERROR CODE IS P1740 (TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE MALFUNCTION) AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH I SEE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR OF VEHICLE FOR THI...

Feb 18, 2015 Engine 112,090 mi

VEHICLE LOSES POWER, ERRATICALLY SHIFTS GEARS, RPM GAUGE BOUNCES AROUND AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I LATER FIND THAT THE ERROR CODE IS P1740 (TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE MALFUNCTION) AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH I SEE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR OF VEHICLE FOR THI...

Feb 18, 2015 Power Train 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Electrical System 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Visibility/wiper 101,000 mi

IN 06/2014 MY VAN TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OUT. I THOUGHT IT WAS NOTHING AS TIME PROGRESS I NOTICE THAT MY VAN WAS SLOW AND HARD SHIFTING. I TOOK IT TO THE NEAREST TRANSMISSION AUTO SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS MY INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILING. I PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND THE REPAIR COST 12...

Feb 18, 2015 Power Train 112,090 mi

VEHICLE LOSES POWER, ERRATICALLY SHIFTS GEARS, RPM GAUGE BOUNCES AROUND AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I LATER FIND THAT THE ERROR CODE IS P1740 (TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE MALFUNCTION) AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH I SEE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR OF VEHICLE FOR THI...

Feb 18, 2015 Engine 112,090 mi

VEHICLE LOSES POWER, ERRATICALLY SHIFTS GEARS, RPM GAUGE BOUNCES AROUND AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I LATER FIND THAT THE ERROR CODE IS P1740 (TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE MALFUNCTION) AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH I SEE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR OF VEHICLE FOR THI...

Feb 15, 2015 Power Train 47,322 mi

RECEIVED 3 VEHICLE SERVICE BULLETINS MFGR CAMPAIGN #: 11S25 . MADE APPOINTMENT FOR 07/08/14 @ 10:00AM WITH DUVAL FORD 32210 AND DROVE MY VAN THERE. DUVAL FORD RENTED ME A HERTZ VEHICLE BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT FINISH THE RECALL REPAIR. ON 07/11/14 DUVAL FORD CALLED ME TO SAY MY VAN IS READY. MILEAGE ...

Feb 15, 2015 Power Train 47,322 mi

RECEIVED 3 VEHICLE SERVICE BULLETINS MFGR CAMPAIGN #: 11S25 . MADE APPOINTMENT FOR 07/08/14 @ 10:00AM WITH DUVAL FORD 32210 AND DROVE MY VAN THERE. DUVAL FORD RENTED ME A HERTZ VEHICLE BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT FINISH THE RECALL REPAIR. ON 07/11/14 DUVAL FORD CALLED ME TO SAY MY VAN IS READY. MILEAGE ...

Feb 2, 2015 Electrical System 149,856 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH THE VAN STOPPED RUNNING. I WAS UNABLE TO RESTART IT. I ALSO LOST ALL ABILITY TO STEER. THIS HAPPENED DURING A VERY BUSY TIME ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A LANE WITH TRAFFIC AROUND ME CONTINUING TO GO 70 MILES PER HOUR. AFTER RESEARCHING, MY MECHANIC FO...

Feb 2, 2015 Electrical System 149,856 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH THE VAN STOPPED RUNNING. I WAS UNABLE TO RESTART IT. I ALSO LOST ALL ABILITY TO STEER. THIS HAPPENED DURING A VERY BUSY TIME ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A LANE WITH TRAFFIC AROUND ME CONTINUING TO GO 70 MILES PER HOUR. AFTER RESEARCHING, MY MECHANIC FO...

Jan 26, 2015 Power Train 106,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON I 95 SOUTH IN NORTH CAROLINA OVER 2 HOURS FROM HOME WHEN THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED WITH NO WARNING. I HAD TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER AND CROSS ONE LANE OF TRAFFIC IN THE PROCESS. I AM VERY UPSET ABOUT THIS BECAUSE I HAD 5 CHILDREN IN THE VAN WITH ME AT THE TIME. I HAD TO HAVE THE VE...

Jan 26, 2015 Power Train 106,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON I 95 SOUTH IN NORTH CAROLINA OVER 2 HOURS FROM HOME WHEN THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED WITH NO WARNING. I HAD TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER AND CROSS ONE LANE OF TRAFFIC IN THE PROCESS. I AM VERY UPSET ABOUT THIS BECAUSE I HAD 5 CHILDREN IN THE VAN WITH ME AT THE TIME. I HAD TO HAVE THE VE...

Jan 21, 2015 Power Train 70,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL REPAIR DONE, THE VEHICLE STARTED HAVING MINOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS (THOUGH I DID NOT RECOGNIZE THEM AS THAT AT THE TIME). IT WOULD BE SLUGGISH IN SHIFTING, FOR EXAMPLE. HOWEVER, EVENTUALLY THIS REACHED THE POINT THAT AT TIMES I COULD NOT PLACE THE TRANSMISSI...

Jan 21, 2015 Power Train 70,000 mi

AFTER HAVING THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL REPAIR DONE, THE VEHICLE STARTED HAVING MINOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS (THOUGH I DID NOT RECOGNIZE THEM AS THAT AT THE TIME). IT WOULD BE SLUGGISH IN SHIFTING, FOR EXAMPLE. HOWEVER, EVENTUALLY THIS REACHED THE POINT THAT AT TIMES I COULD NOT PLACE THE TRANSMISSI...

Jan 17, 2015 Power Train 64,288 mi

WATER GETS INTO THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT - HAD TO BE REBUILT FOR $2656.76. MY MECHANIC AND HIS TRANNY REPAIRMAN FOUND THE CAUSE OF THE WATER ENTERING THE FLUID AND HAS NOW FIXED THE PROBLEM. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE VEHICLES AND HAVE THIS ISSUE FIXED. I WAS LUCKY NOT ...

Jan 17, 2015 Power Train 64,288 mi

WATER GETS INTO THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT - HAD TO BE REBUILT FOR $2656.76. MY MECHANIC AND HIS TRANNY REPAIRMAN FOUND THE CAUSE OF THE WATER ENTERING THE FLUID AND HAS NOW FIXED THE PROBLEM. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE VEHICLES AND HAVE THIS ISSUE FIXED. I WAS LUCKY NOT ...

Jan 16, 2015 Engine 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 16, 2015 Steering 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 16, 2015 Power Train 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 16, 2015 Engine 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 16, 2015 Steering 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 16, 2015 Power Train 200,000 mi

I WAS MID TURN WHEN THE GAS PEDAL STOPPED WORKING WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. IT WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO GEAR AND THE LOUD GRINDING SOUND STILL PERSISTS. *TR

Jan 2, 2015 Seats 109,000 mi

DISCOVERED THAT THE 3RD ROW SEAT WAS LOOSE. LOOKING CLOSER FOUND THAT THE U SHAPED BOLT THE SEAT ATTACHED TO WAS LOOSE AND THAT THE WHEEL WELL, WHERE THE BOLT CONNECTS,HAD CORRODED. FOUND THAT FORD DOES HAVE A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM BUT IT DOES NOT COVER KENTUCKY WHERE I LIVE. IT DOES COVER ALL O...

Jan 2, 2015 Electrical System 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Jan 2, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Jan 2, 2015 Power Train 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Jan 2, 2015 Seats 109,000 mi

DISCOVERED THAT THE 3RD ROW SEAT WAS LOOSE. LOOKING CLOSER FOUND THAT THE U SHAPED BOLT THE SEAT ATTACHED TO WAS LOOSE AND THAT THE WHEEL WELL, WHERE THE BOLT CONNECTS,HAD CORRODED. FOUND THAT FORD DOES HAVE A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM BUT IT DOES NOT COVER KENTUCKY WHERE I LIVE. IT DOES COVER ALL O...

Jan 2, 2015 Electrical System 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Jan 2, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Jan 2, 2015 Power Train 16,953 mi

ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2014 I GOT INTO MY RECENTLY PURCHASED 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN TO RUN A SHORT ERRAND. AFTER STARTING MY FREESTAR I PUT IT IN REVERSE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. I TRIED ALL THE FORWARD GEARS WITH THE SAME RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD GO UP BUT NO ...

Dec 26, 2014 Engine 95,000 mi

DROVE THROUGH A PUDDLE AND THE ENGINE QUIT. APPARENTLY, THE WATER SPLASHED THE ON BOARD COMPUTER (PCM). I TOWED VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY IMPLEMENTED THE FORD TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) REFERENCE NUMBER(S): 06-14-10, VEHICLE WORKED FINE UNTIL THE FALL OF 2014. NOW THE VEHICLE WON'T ST...

Dec 26, 2014 Engine 95,000 mi

DROVE THROUGH A PUDDLE AND THE ENGINE QUIT. APPARENTLY, THE WATER SPLASHED THE ON BOARD COMPUTER (PCM). I TOWED VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY IMPLEMENTED THE FORD TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) REFERENCE NUMBER(S): 06-14-10, VEHICLE WORKED FINE UNTIL THE FALL OF 2014. NOW THE VEHICLE WON'T ST...

Dec 3, 2014 Power Train 106,000 mi

PULLING OUT OF WORK PARKING LOT ON 12/2/14. CAR DISENGAGED FROM GEAR AND STALLED. PULLED VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD AND ATTEMPTED RESTART. HARD STARTING AND STALLING. SHIFTED THROUGH ALL GEARS. WOULD NOT ENGAGE REVERSE. STALLED IN DR, 1ST AND 2ND. TORQUE CONVERTER AND TRANSMISSION RECALLS FOR 2004-2005...

Dec 3, 2014 Power Train 106,000 mi

PULLING OUT OF WORK PARKING LOT ON 12/2/14. CAR DISENGAGED FROM GEAR AND STALLED. PULLED VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD AND ATTEMPTED RESTART. HARD STARTING AND STALLING. SHIFTED THROUGH ALL GEARS. WOULD NOT ENGAGE REVERSE. STALLED IN DR, 1ST AND 2ND. TORQUE CONVERTER AND TRANSMISSION RECALLS FOR 2004-2005...

Nov 29, 2014 Electrical System 141,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILED TO MAINTAIN FORWARD SPEED AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN IT BUCKED AND BUCKED THEN STALLED LOOKED ON LINE FOR ANSWER? YES PCM IS WATER DAMAGED TRYING TO DRY IT OUT NOW HOPE IT WORKS SOUNDS LIKE FORD IS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO GET HURT.RELOCATED THE PCM AND SAVE ALOT FOR YOUR COMPAN...

Nov 29, 2014 Power Train 141,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILED TO MAINTAIN FORWARD SPEED AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN IT BUCKED AND BUCKED THEN STALLED LOOKED ON LINE FOR ANSWER? YES PCM IS WATER DAMAGED TRYING TO DRY IT OUT NOW HOPE IT WORKS SOUNDS LIKE FORD IS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO GET HURT.RELOCATED THE PCM AND SAVE ALOT FOR YOUR COMPAN...

Nov 29, 2014 Electrical System 141,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILED TO MAINTAIN FORWARD SPEED AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN IT BUCKED AND BUCKED THEN STALLED LOOKED ON LINE FOR ANSWER? YES PCM IS WATER DAMAGED TRYING TO DRY IT OUT NOW HOPE IT WORKS SOUNDS LIKE FORD IS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO GET HURT.RELOCATED THE PCM AND SAVE ALOT FOR YOUR COMPAN...

Nov 29, 2014 Power Train 141,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILED TO MAINTAIN FORWARD SPEED AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN IT BUCKED AND BUCKED THEN STALLED LOOKED ON LINE FOR ANSWER? YES PCM IS WATER DAMAGED TRYING TO DRY IT OUT NOW HOPE IT WORKS SOUNDS LIKE FORD IS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO GET HURT.RELOCATED THE PCM AND SAVE ALOT FOR YOUR COMPAN...

Nov 19, 2014 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT ANCHOR/LATCH RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Nov 19, 2014 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT COULD HEAR PIECES OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG ROLLING AROUND IN THE AIR BAG COVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Nov 19, 2014 Electrical System 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Power Train 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Engine 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THIRD ROW SEAT ANCHOR/LATCH RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Nov 19, 2014 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT COULD HEAR PIECES OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG ROLLING AROUND IN THE AIR BAG COVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Nov 19, 2014 Electrical System 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Power Train 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 19, 2014 Engine 134,500 mi

WHILE DRIVE THE CAR WILL STALL OUT AND SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. IN A NORMAL CITY BLOCK IT HAPPENED AT LEAST TWO TIMES B. *TR

Nov 18, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR FLOW WAS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWAR...

Nov 18, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR FLOW WAS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWAR...

Nov 17, 2014 Seats 100,560 mi

THE THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH THAT WAS ATTACHED TO THE REAR WHEEL WELL HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. THE PLATE WITH THE 3RD ROW ATTACHMENT POINT ON THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE WELL COMPLETELY FELL OUT LEAVING A 8-10" HOLE IN THE WHEEL WELL. THERE IS AN EXISTING RECALL FOR THIS BUT ONLY IN CERTAIN STATES. I ...

Nov 17, 2014 Air Bags 1,001,000 mi

THERE ARE SOUNDS OF LOOSE PIECES IN THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND OR INSIDE THE AIRBAG. IT SOUNDS LIKE LOOSE MARBLES INSIDE. *TR

Nov 17, 2014 Seats 100,560 mi

THE THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH THAT WAS ATTACHED TO THE REAR WHEEL WELL HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. THE PLATE WITH THE 3RD ROW ATTACHMENT POINT ON THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE WELL COMPLETELY FELL OUT LEAVING A 8-10" HOLE IN THE WHEEL WELL. THERE IS AN EXISTING RECALL FOR THIS BUT ONLY IN CERTAIN STATES. I ...

Nov 17, 2014 Air Bags 1,001,000 mi

THERE ARE SOUNDS OF LOOSE PIECES IN THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND OR INSIDE THE AIRBAG. IT SOUNDS LIKE LOOSE MARBLES INSIDE. *TR

Nov 10, 2014 Power Train 165,000 mi

REPLACED THE CONVERTER THROUGH FORD RECALL. I WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH THE WAY THIS VEHICLE DROVE AND HOW COMFORTABLE IT WAS I SOUGHT TO PURCHASE ANOTHER. HOWEVER, IN MY SEARCH THESE VEHICLES ARE BEING SOLD AT PRIVATE DEALERS MAY OR MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS RECALL. THEY ARE CONSIDERED "INCOMPLETE" RU...

Nov 10, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,000 mi

REPLACED THE CONVERTER THROUGH FORD RECALL. I WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH THE WAY THIS VEHICLE DROVE AND HOW COMFORTABLE IT WAS I SOUGHT TO PURCHASE ANOTHER. HOWEVER, IN MY SEARCH THESE VEHICLES ARE BEING SOLD AT PRIVATE DEALERS MAY OR MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS RECALL. THEY ARE CONSIDERED "INCOMPLETE" RU...

Nov 10, 2014 Power Train 165,000 mi

REPLACED THE CONVERTER THROUGH FORD RECALL. I WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH THE WAY THIS VEHICLE DROVE AND HOW COMFORTABLE IT WAS I SOUGHT TO PURCHASE ANOTHER. HOWEVER, IN MY SEARCH THESE VEHICLES ARE BEING SOLD AT PRIVATE DEALERS MAY OR MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS RECALL. THEY ARE CONSIDERED "INCOMPLETE" RU...

Nov 10, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,000 mi

REPLACED THE CONVERTER THROUGH FORD RECALL. I WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH THE WAY THIS VEHICLE DROVE AND HOW COMFORTABLE IT WAS I SOUGHT TO PURCHASE ANOTHER. HOWEVER, IN MY SEARCH THESE VEHICLES ARE BEING SOLD AT PRIVATE DEALERS MAY OR MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS RECALL. THEY ARE CONSIDERED "INCOMPLETE" RU...

Oct 16, 2014 Power Train

AFTER STARTING VEHICLE NORMALLY, I PUT IT IN DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE. MECHANIC: TORQUE CONVERTER, CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER, OIL FILTER. 2ND INCIDENT SAME AS 1ST. MECHANIC: OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, ENGINE BRAIN BOX (PROGRAMMED AT FORD DEALERSHIP). 3RD INC...

Oct 16, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER STARTING VEHICLE NORMALLY, I PUT IT IN DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE. MECHANIC: TORQUE CONVERTER, CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER, OIL FILTER. 2ND INCIDENT SAME AS 1ST. MECHANIC: OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, ENGINE BRAIN BOX (PROGRAMMED AT FORD DEALERSHIP). 3RD INC...

Oct 16, 2014 Power Train

AFTER STARTING VEHICLE NORMALLY, I PUT IT IN DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE. MECHANIC: TORQUE CONVERTER, CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER, OIL FILTER. 2ND INCIDENT SAME AS 1ST. MECHANIC: OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, ENGINE BRAIN BOX (PROGRAMMED AT FORD DEALERSHIP). 3RD INC...

Oct 16, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER STARTING VEHICLE NORMALLY, I PUT IT IN DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE. MECHANIC: TORQUE CONVERTER, CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER, OIL FILTER. 2ND INCIDENT SAME AS 1ST. MECHANIC: OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, ENGINE BRAIN BOX (PROGRAMMED AT FORD DEALERSHIP). 3RD INC...

Oct 11, 2014 Electrical System 85,000 mi

WE HAVE OWNED OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SINCE MAY 2012. IN AUGUST 2012 AND GOING FORWARD WE HAVE EXPERIENCED MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEMS. THE AUTOMATIC LOCKS WILL NOT UNLOCK VIA THE KEY FOB OR THE DOOR BUTTON. AND BECAUSE FORD DESIGNED THE REAR HATCH / DOORS WITHOUT A MANUAL KEY INPUT. IT BE...

Oct 11, 2014 Electrical System 85,000 mi

WE HAVE OWNED OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SINCE MAY 2012. IN AUGUST 2012 AND GOING FORWARD WE HAVE EXPERIENCED MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEMS. THE AUTOMATIC LOCKS WILL NOT UNLOCK VIA THE KEY FOB OR THE DOOR BUTTON. AND BECAUSE FORD DESIGNED THE REAR HATCH / DOORS WITHOUT A MANUAL KEY INPUT. IT BE...

Sep 29, 2014 Engine 105,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED FIVE TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK. WHEN THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THERE IS NO POWER STEERING, BRAKES, OR CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, I WAS DRIVING MY FAMILY DOWN THE ROAD AT 60 MPH WHEN THE MOTOR JUST DIED. I WAS AB...

Sep 29, 2014 Engine 105,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED FIVE TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK. WHEN THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THERE IS NO POWER STEERING, BRAKES, OR CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, I WAS DRIVING MY FAMILY DOWN THE ROAD AT 60 MPH WHEN THE MOTOR JUST DIED. I WAS AB...

Sep 12, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.

Sep 12, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.

Sep 1, 2014 Service Brakes 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Sep 1, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Sep 1, 2014 Electrical System 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Sep 1, 2014 Service Brakes 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Sep 1, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Sep 1, 2014 Electrical System 72,000 mi

VEHICLE CONTROL CENTER STATES ABS IS NOT FUNCTIONING. TRACTION CONTROL NOT FUNCTIONING. CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. ALARM SYSTEM TRIGGERS INTERMITTENTLY. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE CAUSES VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. DEALERSHIP STATES IS COMMON ISSUE AND THERE IS A TSB ON THE ISS...

Aug 31, 2014 Power Train 104,366 mi

I HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL WORK DONE ON MY VAN, SINCE THEN PROBLEMS IN FORWARD MOTION BEGAN TO HAPPEN. I HAVE TAKEN THE VAN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG AND EVERY TIME WAS TOLD THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SO IT COULD BE FIXED. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE TO ...

Aug 31, 2014 Power Train 104,366 mi

I HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL WORK DONE ON MY VAN, SINCE THEN PROBLEMS IN FORWARD MOTION BEGAN TO HAPPEN. I HAVE TAKEN THE VAN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG AND EVERY TIME WAS TOLD THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SO IT COULD BE FIXED. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE TO ...

Aug 11, 2014 Engine 153,000 mi

THE ENGINE REPEATEDLY SPUTTERED AND STALLED ON MY WAY HOME DURING A BAD RAIN. IT RUNS WITH NO PROBLEMS DURING DRY WEATHER, LEADING ME TO BELIEVE THERE IS A LEAK CAUSING AN ISSUE. *TR

Aug 11, 2014 Engine 153,000 mi

THE ENGINE REPEATEDLY SPUTTERED AND STALLED ON MY WAY HOME DURING A BAD RAIN. IT RUNS WITH NO PROBLEMS DURING DRY WEATHER, LEADING ME TO BELIEVE THERE IS A LEAK CAUSING AN ISSUE. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Power Train 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Electrical System 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Power Train 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 30, 2014 Electrical System 250,000 mi

THE LIGHT FOR THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION STARTED FLASHING AFTER WE HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHANGED. DO NOT KNOW IF IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED WORKING. *TR

Jul 28, 2014 Power Train 64,000 mi

FORD TSB 6-14-10, ISSUED JULY 24, 2006 (WET PCM /CONNECTORS) PARKED IN DRIVEWAY IN A RAIN/WINDSTORM.. VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. OR STAY RUNNING.. ENGINE CODES WITH CODE READER P0340 CAMSHAFT SENSOR MALFUNCTION.. WATER INTRUSION EVIDENCE VISIBLE ON THE PCM CONNECTOR AREA.... THIS ISSUER HAS BEEN KNOW...

Jul 28, 2014 Power Train 64,000 mi

FORD TSB 6-14-10, ISSUED JULY 24, 2006 (WET PCM /CONNECTORS) PARKED IN DRIVEWAY IN A RAIN/WINDSTORM.. VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. OR STAY RUNNING.. ENGINE CODES WITH CODE READER P0340 CAMSHAFT SENSOR MALFUNCTION.. WATER INTRUSION EVIDENCE VISIBLE ON THE PCM CONNECTOR AREA.... THIS ISSUER HAS BEEN KNOW...

Jul 26, 2014 Structure 130,000 mi

WHEN GOING TO PUT ITEMS IN THE BACK OF THE VAN, THE HATCH DOOR SUDDENLY CAME DOWN AND HIT ME IN THE BACK/SHOULDER LEAVING A BRUISE AND SOME SWELLING. WHEN TRYING TO GET OUT FROM UNDER THE DOOR I BUMPED MY HEAD A LITTLE AS IT WAS VERY HEAVY! SO, WE WERE PROPPING THE HATCH WITH A TWO-BY-FOUR WHILE WE ...

Jul 26, 2014 Structure 130,000 mi

WHEN GOING TO PUT ITEMS IN THE BACK OF THE VAN, THE HATCH DOOR SUDDENLY CAME DOWN AND HIT ME IN THE BACK/SHOULDER LEAVING A BRUISE AND SOME SWELLING. WHEN TRYING TO GET OUT FROM UNDER THE DOOR I BUMPED MY HEAD A LITTLE AS IT WAS VERY HEAVY! SO, WE WERE PROPPING THE HATCH WITH A TWO-BY-FOUR WHILE WE ...

Jul 24, 2014 Electrical System 162,000 mi

DRIVING HOME VAN STARTING SHUTTERING VIOLENTLY THEN SHUT OFF WHILE STILL ROLLING LOST ALL POWER, WAS SAFELY ABLE TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD . TOLD ISSUE COST 1500 TO FIX SEEN FORD SERVICE BULLETIN ON DEFECT OF WATER GETTING TO PCM ON INTERNET. *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Power Train 162,000 mi

DRIVING HOME VAN STARTING SHUTTERING VIOLENTLY THEN SHUT OFF WHILE STILL ROLLING LOST ALL POWER, WAS SAFELY ABLE TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD . TOLD ISSUE COST 1500 TO FIX SEEN FORD SERVICE BULLETIN ON DEFECT OF WATER GETTING TO PCM ON INTERNET. *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Electrical System 162,000 mi

DRIVING HOME VAN STARTING SHUTTERING VIOLENTLY THEN SHUT OFF WHILE STILL ROLLING LOST ALL POWER, WAS SAFELY ABLE TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD . TOLD ISSUE COST 1500 TO FIX SEEN FORD SERVICE BULLETIN ON DEFECT OF WATER GETTING TO PCM ON INTERNET. *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Power Train 162,000 mi

DRIVING HOME VAN STARTING SHUTTERING VIOLENTLY THEN SHUT OFF WHILE STILL ROLLING LOST ALL POWER, WAS SAFELY ABLE TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD . TOLD ISSUE COST 1500 TO FIX SEEN FORD SERVICE BULLETIN ON DEFECT OF WATER GETTING TO PCM ON INTERNET. *TR

Jul 17, 2014 Engine 102,000 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND LOST ALL POWER (ENGINE RUNNING SMOOTH BEFORE THIS). FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. AFTER SHORT WHILE ABLE TO RESTART VAN AND DRIVE SHORT DISTANCE. STALL REPEATED AND HAD TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD AGAIN. AGAIN ABLE TO RE...

Jul 17, 2014 Engine 102,000 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND LOST ALL POWER (ENGINE RUNNING SMOOTH BEFORE THIS). FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. AFTER SHORT WHILE ABLE TO RESTART VAN AND DRIVE SHORT DISTANCE. STALL REPEATED AND HAD TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD AGAIN. AGAIN ABLE TO RE...

Jul 16, 2014 Power Train

IN THE BEGINNING (5/21/14), OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN DECELERATED TO ABOUT 35 MPH, THEN STALLED 3 TIMES, THEN WOULDN'T GO IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HARD TO START AFTER SITTING IN RAIN. AT FIRST, WAS TOLD TRANSMISSION BY REPAIR SHOP, WHO HAD REBUILT 6 MOS EARLIER, THEN SAID PCM.. AFTER RESEARCH, FOUND...

Jul 16, 2014 Power Train

IN THE BEGINNING (5/21/14), OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN DECELERATED TO ABOUT 35 MPH, THEN STALLED 3 TIMES, THEN WOULDN'T GO IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, HARD TO START AFTER SITTING IN RAIN. AT FIRST, WAS TOLD TRANSMISSION BY REPAIR SHOP, WHO HAD REBUILT 6 MOS EARLIER, THEN SAID PCM.. AFTER RESEARCH, FOUND...

Jul 14, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMAT...

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMAT...

Jul 14, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMAT...

Jul 14, 2014 Electrical System 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK FAILED AND COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED ELECTRONICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMAT...

Jul 13, 2014 Electrical System 99,000 mi

HEAVY RAIN ALL DAY AND THE WATER WAS LEAKING ON THE MAIN COMPUTER BOARD. CAUSING THE VAN TO STALL OUT AND RESULTING IN A 100.00 TOW BILL. THE SHOP TOLD ME IT IS LEAKING AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND SEALED. *TR

Jul 13, 2014 Structure 99,000 mi

HEAVY RAIN ALL DAY AND THE WATER WAS LEAKING ON THE MAIN COMPUTER BOARD. CAUSING THE VAN TO STALL OUT AND RESULTING IN A 100.00 TOW BILL. THE SHOP TOLD ME IT IS LEAKING AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND SEALED. *TR

Jul 13, 2014 Electrical System 99,000 mi

HEAVY RAIN ALL DAY AND THE WATER WAS LEAKING ON THE MAIN COMPUTER BOARD. CAUSING THE VAN TO STALL OUT AND RESULTING IN A 100.00 TOW BILL. THE SHOP TOLD ME IT IS LEAKING AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND SEALED. *TR

Jul 13, 2014 Structure 99,000 mi

HEAVY RAIN ALL DAY AND THE WATER WAS LEAKING ON THE MAIN COMPUTER BOARD. CAUSING THE VAN TO STALL OUT AND RESULTING IN A 100.00 TOW BILL. THE SHOP TOLD ME IT IS LEAKING AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND SEALED. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Steering 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 9, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 9, 2014 Engine 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 9, 2014 Steering 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 9, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 9, 2014 Engine 153,000 mi

THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIME OVER LAST YEAR OR SO THAT I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND IT STARTS TO RAIN CARS SPUTTERS AND SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. TWICE IT HAS STALLED ON ME GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR ON HIGHWAY AND HAVE HAD TO TRY AND COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH PEOPL...

Jul 7, 2014 Power Train 152,000 mi

AFTER 2 HOURS OF DRIVING, I TRIED TO PASS A CAR ON THE TURNPIKE, THE CAR MADE A LOUD NOISE AND IT LOOKED LIKE IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL. TOOK THE CAR TO THE SHOP, THEY SAY THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BROKEN, FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER DUE TO THE RECALL ON JANUARY OF 2014, BUT NOW THEY ARE SAYING TH...

Jul 7, 2014 Power Train 110,490 mi

TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTANT, WITH AWD MALFUNCTION ON. MECHANIC SAYS CODE 1889. SAID LOTS OF PROBLEMS ON FREESTYLES, FORD 500 AND MERCUTY MODELS WITH AWD. APPARENT SERVICE BULLETINS. LOSS OF POWER, IF SERVICE BULL ISSUED THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL? *JS

Jul 7, 2014 Power Train 152,000 mi

AFTER 2 HOURS OF DRIVING, I TRIED TO PASS A CAR ON THE TURNPIKE, THE CAR MADE A LOUD NOISE AND IT LOOKED LIKE IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL. TOOK THE CAR TO THE SHOP, THEY SAY THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BROKEN, FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER DUE TO THE RECALL ON JANUARY OF 2014, BUT NOW THEY ARE SAYING TH...

Jul 7, 2014 Power Train 110,490 mi

TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTANT, WITH AWD MALFUNCTION ON. MECHANIC SAYS CODE 1889. SAID LOTS OF PROBLEMS ON FREESTYLES, FORD 500 AND MERCUTY MODELS WITH AWD. APPARENT SERVICE BULLETINS. LOSS OF POWER, IF SERVICE BULL ISSUED THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM. WHY NO RECALL? *JS

Jun 24, 2014 Steering 155,523 mi

COMING INTO MY PARKING LOT, I LOST POWER STEERING. IT APPEARS THAT I HAVE A LEAK. BUT BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I HAD SOME ODD SOUNDS HAPPENING AND SOME OTHER MINOR ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE THAT AT THE TIME SEEMED UNRELATED. THEN I LOST MY STEERING. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED IN '09, SO I EXPECTED A FEW ...

Jun 24, 2014 Electrical System 155,523 mi

COMING INTO MY PARKING LOT, I LOST POWER STEERING. IT APPEARS THAT I HAVE A LEAK. BUT BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I HAD SOME ODD SOUNDS HAPPENING AND SOME OTHER MINOR ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE THAT AT THE TIME SEEMED UNRELATED. THEN I LOST MY STEERING. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED IN '09, SO I EXPECTED A FEW ...

Jun 24, 2014 Steering 155,523 mi

COMING INTO MY PARKING LOT, I LOST POWER STEERING. IT APPEARS THAT I HAVE A LEAK. BUT BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I HAD SOME ODD SOUNDS HAPPENING AND SOME OTHER MINOR ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE THAT AT THE TIME SEEMED UNRELATED. THEN I LOST MY STEERING. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED IN '09, SO I EXPECTED A FEW ...

Jun 24, 2014 Electrical System 155,523 mi

COMING INTO MY PARKING LOT, I LOST POWER STEERING. IT APPEARS THAT I HAVE A LEAK. BUT BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I HAD SOME ODD SOUNDS HAPPENING AND SOME OTHER MINOR ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE THAT AT THE TIME SEEMED UNRELATED. THEN I LOST MY STEERING. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED IN '09, SO I EXPECTED A FEW ...

Jun 23, 2014 Power Train 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 23, 2014 Power Train 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 23, 2014 Electrical System 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 134,343 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT THE FAILURE OF A COMPANY AND A VAN. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR FOR MY FAMILY OF FIVE THAT HAS BEEN THE WORST DECISION OF MY LIFE. A MONTH AFTER I EXPERIENCED WHAT TOO MANY OTHER OWNER HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. WATER IN THE PCM, THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN A CRASH AND I...

Jun 4, 2014 Engine 103,800 mi

AFTER WET WEATHER THE NIGHT BEFORE, VEHICLE RUNNING ROUGH (TO THE POINT OF NEAR STALL), HESITATING TO BURN FUEL PROPERLY TO GET UP TO SPEED AND NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS THEN PARKED, RE-STARTED AND ACTED NORMALLY. WITHIN THE PAST WEEK, EACH DAY AFTER RAIN THE CAR REPRODUCES THIS ISSUE AND...

Jun 4, 2014 Power Train 103,800 mi

AFTER WET WEATHER THE NIGHT BEFORE, VEHICLE RUNNING ROUGH (TO THE POINT OF NEAR STALL), HESITATING TO BURN FUEL PROPERLY TO GET UP TO SPEED AND NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS THEN PARKED, RE-STARTED AND ACTED NORMALLY. WITHIN THE PAST WEEK, EACH DAY AFTER RAIN THE CAR REPRODUCES THIS ISSUE AND...

Jun 4, 2014 Engine 103,800 mi

AFTER WET WEATHER THE NIGHT BEFORE, VEHICLE RUNNING ROUGH (TO THE POINT OF NEAR STALL), HESITATING TO BURN FUEL PROPERLY TO GET UP TO SPEED AND NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS THEN PARKED, RE-STARTED AND ACTED NORMALLY. WITHIN THE PAST WEEK, EACH DAY AFTER RAIN THE CAR REPRODUCES THIS ISSUE AND...

Jun 4, 2014 Power Train 103,800 mi

AFTER WET WEATHER THE NIGHT BEFORE, VEHICLE RUNNING ROUGH (TO THE POINT OF NEAR STALL), HESITATING TO BURN FUEL PROPERLY TO GET UP TO SPEED AND NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS THEN PARKED, RE-STARTED AND ACTED NORMALLY. WITHIN THE PAST WEEK, EACH DAY AFTER RAIN THE CAR REPRODUCES THIS ISSUE AND...

Jun 3, 2014 Service Brakes, Air 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Jun 3, 2014 Steering 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Jun 3, 2014 Power Train 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT MENTI...

Jun 3, 2014 Service Brakes, Air 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Jun 3, 2014 Steering 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Jun 3, 2014 Power Train 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT MENTI...

May 26, 2014 Engine

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 26, 2014 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 26, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 26, 2014 Engine

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 26, 2014 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 26, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH TOWN AT 30 MILES PER HOUR, ENGINE STALLED, LOST POWER STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT WAS BLINKING. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR I BELIEVE ONE BAD PART HAD BEEN REPLACE WITH ANOTHER AS THE TORQUE CONVERTER PART HAD B...

May 22, 2014 Engine 134,000 mi

I ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER. WHEN IT DID START THE RPMS WERE GOING UP AND DOWN . WHEN I TRIED TO PUT CAR IN REVERSE IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLL FORWARD. ( I WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT DECLINED DRIVEWAY). AFTER READING ABOUT SIMILAR PROBLEMS I CH...

May 22, 2014 Power Train 134,000 mi

I ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER. WHEN IT DID START THE RPMS WERE GOING UP AND DOWN . WHEN I TRIED TO PUT CAR IN REVERSE IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLL FORWARD. ( I WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT DECLINED DRIVEWAY). AFTER READING ABOUT SIMILAR PROBLEMS I CH...

May 22, 2014 Engine 134,000 mi

I ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER. WHEN IT DID START THE RPMS WERE GOING UP AND DOWN . WHEN I TRIED TO PUT CAR IN REVERSE IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLL FORWARD. ( I WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT DECLINED DRIVEWAY). AFTER READING ABOUT SIMILAR PROBLEMS I CH...

May 22, 2014 Power Train 134,000 mi

I ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER. WHEN IT DID START THE RPMS WERE GOING UP AND DOWN . WHEN I TRIED TO PUT CAR IN REVERSE IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLL FORWARD. ( I WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT DECLINED DRIVEWAY). AFTER READING ABOUT SIMILAR PROBLEMS I CH...

May 15, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 165,000 mi

THIS IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN ACCELERATING, SPECIALLY IN RAINY CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE MAKES A SCREECHY NOISE AND LOSES POWER. THE SCREECHY NOISE SOMETIMES STOPS AND THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO CONTINUE MOVING. USUALLY WHEN IT'S WET/RAINY THE ENGINE LOSES POWER AND VIBRATES. IT'S VER...

May 15, 2014 Engine 165,000 mi

THIS IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN ACCELERATING, SPECIALLY IN RAINY CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE MAKES A SCREECHY NOISE AND LOSES POWER. THE SCREECHY NOISE SOMETIMES STOPS AND THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO CONTINUE MOVING. USUALLY WHEN IT'S WET/RAINY THE ENGINE LOSES POWER AND VIBRATES. IT'S VER...

May 15, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 165,000 mi

THIS IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN ACCELERATING, SPECIALLY IN RAINY CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE MAKES A SCREECHY NOISE AND LOSES POWER. THE SCREECHY NOISE SOMETIMES STOPS AND THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO CONTINUE MOVING. USUALLY WHEN IT'S WET/RAINY THE ENGINE LOSES POWER AND VIBRATES. IT'S VER...

May 15, 2014 Engine 165,000 mi

THIS IS ABOUT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN ACCELERATING, SPECIALLY IN RAINY CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE MAKES A SCREECHY NOISE AND LOSES POWER. THE SCREECHY NOISE SOMETIMES STOPS AND THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO CONTINUE MOVING. USUALLY WHEN IT'S WET/RAINY THE ENGINE LOSES POWER AND VIBRATES. IT'S VER...

May 12, 2014 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT HAD EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY WITH THE GEARS SHIFTING INTERMITTENTLY AND HAD HEARD A GRINDING NOISE MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE HAD JERKED VIOLENTLY AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING MORE THAN ONCE. THE V...

May 12, 2014 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT HAD EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY WITH THE GEARS SHIFTING INTERMITTENTLY AND HAD HEARD A GRINDING NOISE MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE HAD JERKED VIOLENTLY AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING MORE THAN ONCE. THE V...

Apr 26, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN 2005. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER BUYING IT WE HAD INSTANCES OF THE POWER LOCKS NOT WORKING. THE DRIVER DOOR WILL UNLOCK BUT THE REST WILL NOT. WE HAVE EVEN HAD TO CLIMB IN THROUGH THE DRIVER DOOR TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOORS BY HAND THEN TRY TO GET GROCERIES OUT OF THE WA...

Apr 26, 2014 Electrical System 85,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN 2005. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER BUYING IT WE HAD INSTANCES OF THE POWER LOCKS NOT WORKING. THE DRIVER DOOR WILL UNLOCK BUT THE REST WILL NOT. WE HAVE EVEN HAD TO CLIMB IN THROUGH THE DRIVER DOOR TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOORS BY HAND THEN TRY TO GET GROCERIES OUT OF THE WA...

Apr 26, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 85,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN 2005. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER BUYING IT WE HAD INSTANCES OF THE POWER LOCKS NOT WORKING. THE DRIVER DOOR WILL UNLOCK BUT THE REST WILL NOT. WE HAVE EVEN HAD TO CLIMB IN THROUGH THE DRIVER DOOR TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOORS BY HAND THEN TRY TO GET GROCERIES OUT OF THE WA...

Apr 26, 2014 Electrical System 85,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN 2005. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER BUYING IT WE HAD INSTANCES OF THE POWER LOCKS NOT WORKING. THE DRIVER DOOR WILL UNLOCK BUT THE REST WILL NOT. WE HAVE EVEN HAD TO CLIMB IN THROUGH THE DRIVER DOOR TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOORS BY HAND THEN TRY TO GET GROCERIES OUT OF THE WA...

Apr 12, 2014 Power Train 88,000 mi

LAST COUPLE OF YEARS SINCE THE WARRANTY WENT OUT, THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO BE SLIPPING WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. DEALERSHIP WON'T DO ANYTHING WITHOUT US PAYING A LARGE SUM OF MONEY TO FIX IT. WE HAVE HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE LAST TIME WAS BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP DUE TO THE ...

Apr 12, 2014 Power Train 88,000 mi

LAST COUPLE OF YEARS SINCE THE WARRANTY WENT OUT, THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO BE SLIPPING WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. DEALERSHIP WON'T DO ANYTHING WITHOUT US PAYING A LARGE SUM OF MONEY TO FIX IT. WE HAVE HAD THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE LAST TIME WAS BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP DUE TO THE ...

Apr 11, 2014 Power Train 152,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TORQUE CONVERTOR, THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH. LESS THAN ONE YEAR LATER (MARCH 2014) THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTOR. *JS

Apr 11, 2014 Seats 152,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TORQUE CONVERTOR, THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH. LESS THAN ONE YEAR LATER (MARCH 2014) THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTOR. *JS

Apr 11, 2014 Power Train 152,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TORQUE CONVERTOR, THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH. LESS THAN ONE YEAR LATER (MARCH 2014) THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTOR. *JS

Apr 11, 2014 Seats 152,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS RECALLED FOR TORQUE CONVERTOR, THIRD ROW SEAT LATCH. LESS THAN ONE YEAR LATER (MARCH 2014) THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTOR. *JS

Apr 10, 2014 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT DYING AND STALLING OUT AND NOT WANTING TO MOVE.... AFTER 3 TRIPS IN A MONTH TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY FINALLY FOUND THE PROBLEM, IT WAS THE PCM MODULE..... I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND INFORMED THEM THAT AFTER DOING RESEARCH ONLINE THAT I HAVE NOTICED THAT THIS IS A MAJOR...

Apr 10, 2014 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT DYING AND STALLING OUT AND NOT WANTING TO MOVE.... AFTER 3 TRIPS IN A MONTH TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY FINALLY FOUND THE PROBLEM, IT WAS THE PCM MODULE..... I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND INFORMED THEM THAT AFTER DOING RESEARCH ONLINE THAT I HAVE NOTICED THAT THIS IS A MAJOR...

Apr 6, 2014 Structure 55,439 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED STALLING OUT AND WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO CONWAY FORD IN CONWAY, SC. NEEDED NEW POWER CONTROL MODULAR (PCM) DUE TO WATER LEAKING THROUGH WINDSHIELD COWLING AND SHORTING O...

Apr 6, 2014 Electrical System 55,439 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED STALLING OUT AND WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO CONWAY FORD IN CONWAY, SC. NEEDED NEW POWER CONTROL MODULAR (PCM) DUE TO WATER LEAKING THROUGH WINDSHIELD COWLING AND SHORTING O...

Apr 6, 2014 Structure 55,439 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED STALLING OUT AND WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO CONWAY FORD IN CONWAY, SC. NEEDED NEW POWER CONTROL MODULAR (PCM) DUE TO WATER LEAKING THROUGH WINDSHIELD COWLING AND SHORTING O...

Apr 6, 2014 Electrical System 55,439 mi

DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED STALLING OUT AND WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO CONWAY FORD IN CONWAY, SC. NEEDED NEW POWER CONTROL MODULAR (PCM) DUE TO WATER LEAKING THROUGH WINDSHIELD COWLING AND SHORTING O...

Apr 1, 2014 Power Train 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INC...

Apr 1, 2014 Power Train 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INC...

Mar 6, 2014 Engine 71,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ACCELERATION. ONCE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE AREA TO PULL OVER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO RESPOND. SINCE THIS OCCURRENCE THIS SITUATION HAS HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER AND 2 DIFFE...

Mar 6, 2014 Power Train 71,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ACCELERATION. ONCE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE AREA TO PULL OVER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO RESPOND. SINCE THIS OCCURRENCE THIS SITUATION HAS HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER AND 2 DIFFE...

Mar 6, 2014 Engine 71,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ACCELERATION. ONCE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE AREA TO PULL OVER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO RESPOND. SINCE THIS OCCURRENCE THIS SITUATION HAS HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER AND 2 DIFFE...

Mar 6, 2014 Power Train 71,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ACCELERATION. ONCE ABLE TO GET TO A SAFE AREA TO PULL OVER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO RESPOND. SINCE THIS OCCURRENCE THIS SITUATION HAS HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER AND 2 DIFFE...

Jan 31, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE WRENCH AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PREVIOUSLY UNDER THE MANUFACTURERS THROTTLE ...

Jan 31, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE WRENCH AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PREVIOUSLY UNDER THE MANUFACTURERS THROTTLE ...

Jan 29, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

WHEN IS THE NHTSA GOING TO GET SERIOUS WITH FORD ON FORCING THEM TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THE PCM THAT SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE AND PUTS THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS IN A DEATH VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ALL OVER THE INTERNET AS WELL AS ANY MASTER CERTIFIED FORD TECHNICIAN.THE PCM IS UNDER THE COWLING WHE...

Jan 29, 2014 Power Train 120,000 mi

WHEN IS THE NHTSA GOING TO GET SERIOUS WITH FORD ON FORCING THEM TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THE PCM THAT SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE AND PUTS THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS IN A DEATH VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ALL OVER THE INTERNET AS WELL AS ANY MASTER CERTIFIED FORD TECHNICIAN.THE PCM IS UNDER THE COWLING WHE...

Jan 29, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

WHEN IS THE NHTSA GOING TO GET SERIOUS WITH FORD ON FORCING THEM TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THE PCM THAT SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE AND PUTS THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS IN A DEATH VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ALL OVER THE INTERNET AS WELL AS ANY MASTER CERTIFIED FORD TECHNICIAN.THE PCM IS UNDER THE COWLING WHE...

Jan 29, 2014 Power Train 120,000 mi

WHEN IS THE NHTSA GOING TO GET SERIOUS WITH FORD ON FORCING THEM TO ISSUE A RECALL ON THE PCM THAT SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE AND PUTS THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS IN A DEATH VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ALL OVER THE INTERNET AS WELL AS ANY MASTER CERTIFIED FORD TECHNICIAN.THE PCM IS UNDER THE COWLING WHE...

Dec 3, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE ROAD WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR WHEN MY CAR JUST LOST THE GEAR. THE CAR WAS STILL ON BUT WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL IT WOULD DO NOTHING BUT STALL. I HAD TO ROLL TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY. I FOUND OUT AFTER THIS PROBLEM THAT MY VAN HAD A RECALL IN JAN 2012 F...

Dec 3, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE ROAD WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR WHEN MY CAR JUST LOST THE GEAR. THE CAR WAS STILL ON BUT WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL IT WOULD DO NOTHING BUT STALL. I HAD TO ROLL TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY. I FOUND OUT AFTER THIS PROBLEM THAT MY VAN HAD A RECALL IN JAN 2012 F...

Nov 20, 2013 Electrical System 95,000 mi

MY WIFE HAD JUST LEFT WORK. ON A VERY BUSY STREET THE VAN UP AND DIED. RESTARTED IT AND HAD NO POWER TO GET UP TO SPEED. KEPT SHUTTING DOWN. MANAGED TO GET IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. NOW, THEY SAY IT IS THE PCM. PCM HAS BEEN ON BAC...

Nov 20, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY WIFE HAD JUST LEFT WORK. ON A VERY BUSY STREET THE VAN UP AND DIED. RESTARTED IT AND HAD NO POWER TO GET UP TO SPEED. KEPT SHUTTING DOWN. MANAGED TO GET IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. NOW, THEY SAY IT IS THE PCM. PCM HAS BEEN ON BAC...

Nov 20, 2013 Electrical System 95,000 mi

MY WIFE HAD JUST LEFT WORK. ON A VERY BUSY STREET THE VAN UP AND DIED. RESTARTED IT AND HAD NO POWER TO GET UP TO SPEED. KEPT SHUTTING DOWN. MANAGED TO GET IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. NOW, THEY SAY IT IS THE PCM. PCM HAS BEEN ON BAC...

Nov 20, 2013 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY WIFE HAD JUST LEFT WORK. ON A VERY BUSY STREET THE VAN UP AND DIED. RESTARTED IT AND HAD NO POWER TO GET UP TO SPEED. KEPT SHUTTING DOWN. MANAGED TO GET IN TO A PARKING LOT. HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. NOW, THEY SAY IT IS THE PCM. PCM HAS BEEN ON BAC...

Nov 2, 2013 Engine 89,380 mi

ENGINE, INTERNAL CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURE. ON FORD EXTENDED WARRANTY TO 10 YEARS, OR 112,00 MILES; THE REPAIR IS NOT COVERED WITHIN THE WARRANTY . . QUOTED COST TO REPAIR WILL BE $3,300.00, WHEN COMPLETED BY [XXX]-HILLTOP-FORD IN RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FRE...

Nov 2, 2013 Engine 89,380 mi

ENGINE, INTERNAL CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURE. ON FORD EXTENDED WARRANTY TO 10 YEARS, OR 112,00 MILES; THE REPAIR IS NOT COVERED WITHIN THE WARRANTY . . QUOTED COST TO REPAIR WILL BE $3,300.00, WHEN COMPLETED BY [XXX]-HILLTOP-FORD IN RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FRE...

Nov 1, 2013 Tires 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR EQUIPPED WITH SUMMIT PREMIUM PLUS 2 TIRES, SIZES 235/60/16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OVER TIME THE STEEL BELT DETACHED FROM ALL OF THE TIRES AT DIFFERENT TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUS...

Nov 1, 2013 Tires 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR EQUIPPED WITH SUMMIT PREMIUM PLUS 2 TIRES, SIZES 235/60/16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OVER TIME THE STEEL BELT DETACHED FROM ALL OF THE TIRES AT DIFFERENT TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUS...

Oct 29, 2013 Power Train 102,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT I HAVE HAD FOR 2 LONG LONG YEARS. I AM ON MY 3RD TRANSMISSION, I HAVE HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE TO IT FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER BUT ITS NOT THE ISSUE. ITS THE TRANSMISSION. I DON'T HAVE TIME NOR MONEY TO KEEP PUTTING INTO THIS CAR AND WORK TWO JOBS AS IT IS AND I NEED ...

Oct 29, 2013 Power Train 102,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT I HAVE HAD FOR 2 LONG LONG YEARS. I AM ON MY 3RD TRANSMISSION, I HAVE HAD THE RECALL WORK DONE TO IT FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER BUT ITS NOT THE ISSUE. ITS THE TRANSMISSION. I DON'T HAVE TIME NOR MONEY TO KEEP PUTTING INTO THIS CAR AND WORK TWO JOBS AS IT IS AND I NEED ...

Oct 23, 2013 Steering 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER STEERING WITHOUT WARNING. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING FLUID CONTINUOUSLY LEAKED ONTO THE GROUND EVEN THOUGH THE ...

Oct 23, 2013 Steering 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER STEERING WITHOUT WARNING. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING FLUID CONTINUOUSLY LEAKED ONTO THE GROUND EVEN THOUGH THE ...

Oct 8, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 8, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 8, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 8, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

THE SITUATION IS VERY DANGER, THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM ISSUES, THAT SHARE BAD INFORMATION WITH ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN USE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, LIGHTS, AC SYSTEM, LOW BATTERY OR NOT TURN ON EVEN WITH NEW BATTERY, AND THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS CLEAN. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS JUST STOP RUNNING IN MIDDLE...

Oct 6, 2013 Equipment 155,000 mi

WHILE CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE THE JACK BROKE AND THE CAR DROP TO THE GROUND! THE JACK BENT AND BROKE. *TR

Oct 6, 2013 Equipment 155,000 mi

WHILE CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE THE JACK BROKE AND THE CAR DROP TO THE GROUND! THE JACK BENT AND BROKE. *TR

Sep 4, 2013 Structure 102,000 mi

I OPENED THE POWER LIFTGATE WITH KEY FOB AND AS I WAS UNLOADING GROCERIES THE DOOR STARTED COMING DOWN ON ME AND WOULD NOT STOP, HITTING ME HARD IN THE HEAD AS I TRY TO GET OUT FROM UNDER IT.*JB

Sep 4, 2013 Structure 102,000 mi

I OPENED THE POWER LIFTGATE WITH KEY FOB AND AS I WAS UNLOADING GROCERIES THE DOOR STARTED COMING DOWN ON ME AND WOULD NOT STOP, HITTING ME HARD IN THE HEAD AS I TRY TO GET OUT FROM UNDER IT.*JB

Aug 29, 2013 Power Train 96,780 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED TO 30 MPH. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES FOR A TRAFFIC STOP BUT AS HE ACCELERATED FROM THE STOP, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE WITH A RAPID INCREASE IN E...

Aug 29, 2013 Power Train 96,780 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED TO 30 MPH. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES FOR A TRAFFIC STOP BUT AS HE ACCELERATED FROM THE STOP, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE WITH A RAPID INCREASE IN E...

Aug 18, 2013 Electrical System 68,000 mi

IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE BATTERY HAD BEEN DRAINED AND WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. WE PICKED IT UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY SAID IT WAS THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR AND REPLACED IT. TWO WEEKS WENT BY AND ONE DAY THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. WE HAD IT...

Aug 18, 2013 Engine 68,000 mi

IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE BATTERY HAD BEEN DRAINED AND WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. WE PICKED IT UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY SAID IT WAS THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR AND REPLACED IT. TWO WEEKS WENT BY AND ONE DAY THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. WE HAD IT...

Aug 18, 2013 Electrical System 68,000 mi

IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE BATTERY HAD BEEN DRAINED AND WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. WE PICKED IT UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY SAID IT WAS THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR AND REPLACED IT. TWO WEEKS WENT BY AND ONE DAY THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. WE HAD IT...

Aug 18, 2013 Engine 68,000 mi

IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE BATTERY HAD BEEN DRAINED AND WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. WE PICKED IT UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THEY SAID IT WAS THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR AND REPLACED IT. TWO WEEKS WENT BY AND ONE DAY THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. WE HAD IT...

Aug 9, 2013 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING THE DRIVEWAY AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE ODOMETER FAILED TO TRACK SPEED AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE SPEED SENSOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO...

Aug 9, 2013 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING THE DRIVEWAY AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE ODOMETER FAILED TO TRACK SPEED AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE SPEED SENSOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO...

Aug 6, 2013 Power Train 88,484 mi

I HAVE HAD TWO INCIDENTS WITH THIS VAN. THE FIRST INCIDENT I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A CLICKING SOUND AND THEN LOST ALL POWER TO MY VEHICLE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC WHO SAID IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION WHICH HAD SHAVINGS FROM MY TORQUE CONVERTER OF MY VAN. HE STATED THAT HE HAD F...

Aug 6, 2013 Power Train 109,304 mi

USING AN ON RAMP FROM S.R. 87 SOUTH TO HIGHWAY 98 WEST IN NAVARRE FL. AND SUDDENLY LOST THE VEHICLE DRIVE TRAIN. I WAS ABLE TO COAST OUT OF TRAFFIC TO SAFETY TO AWAIT TOWING. *TR

Aug 6, 2013 Power Train 88,484 mi

I HAVE HAD TWO INCIDENTS WITH THIS VAN. THE FIRST INCIDENT I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A CLICKING SOUND AND THEN LOST ALL POWER TO MY VEHICLE. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC WHO SAID IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION WHICH HAD SHAVINGS FROM MY TORQUE CONVERTER OF MY VAN. HE STATED THAT HE HAD F...

Aug 6, 2013 Power Train 109,304 mi

USING AN ON RAMP FROM S.R. 87 SOUTH TO HIGHWAY 98 WEST IN NAVARRE FL. AND SUDDENLY LOST THE VEHICLE DRIVE TRAIN. I WAS ABLE TO COAST OUT OF TRAFFIC TO SAFETY TO AWAIT TOWING. *TR

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 55,000 mi

ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON CAR STALLED SEVERAL TIMES, WOULD NOT SHIFT. YOU PEOPLE KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS FIX IT OR I WILL GO BUY SOMETHING OTHER THAN A FORD. I TOOK IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP SERVICE AND FOUND OUT THAT WATER GOT INTO THE PMC MODULE AND TERMINALS WERE CORRODED. MECHANIC BLOW DRIED INTERIO...

Jul 18, 2013 Power Train 55,000 mi

ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON CAR STALLED SEVERAL TIMES, WOULD NOT SHIFT. YOU PEOPLE KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS FIX IT OR I WILL GO BUY SOMETHING OTHER THAN A FORD. I TOOK IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP SERVICE AND FOUND OUT THAT WATER GOT INTO THE PMC MODULE AND TERMINALS WERE CORRODED. MECHANIC BLOW DRIED INTERIO...

Jul 13, 2013 Engine 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 13, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 13, 2013 Steering 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 13, 2013 Engine 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 13, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 13, 2013 Steering 134,884 mi

WAS IN A 30 MILE PER HOUR SPEED ZONE CAME TO A CAUTION LIGHT AND HAD TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A VERY DANGEROUS CORNER....MANY TRACTOR TRAILERS USE THIS TURN, WHILE MAKING THE TURN, ENGINE STALLED AND WAS HARD TO CONTROL STEERING WITH NO POWER. MANAGED TO PULL TO SIDE OF THE ROAD WHEN SEVERAL TRA...

Jul 9, 2013 Steering 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Engine 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Structure 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Steering 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Engine 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jul 9, 2013 Structure 82,049 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO ROUTE 50 OFF 628 THE CAR DIED. I DRIFTED ONTO SIDE OF ROAD, BUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IT. TOOK EXIT OFF 50 AT 450 AND CAR STOPPED AGAIN. PUT IN PARK AT RED LIGHT, STARTED UP AGAIN AND DROVE DOWN RIVA ROAD. CAR STOPPED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE GETTING TO MY RESIDENCE, EACH TIME ENGI...

Jun 23, 2013 Power Train 70,000 mi

I AM HAVING TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH HIGH REVVING, SOFT SHIFTING AND WHAT FEELS LIKE SLIPPING. AND THEN TODAY WHEN I DROVE THE VAN THERE WAS SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE DASH BOARD ALONG WITH THE OTHER ISSUES. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH ON LINE IT SEEMS AS THOUGH IT IS THE CONTROL MODULE AND AS ...

Jun 23, 2013 Power Train 70,000 mi

I AM HAVING TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH HIGH REVVING, SOFT SHIFTING AND WHAT FEELS LIKE SLIPPING. AND THEN TODAY WHEN I DROVE THE VAN THERE WAS SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE DASH BOARD ALONG WITH THE OTHER ISSUES. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH ON LINE IT SEEMS AS THOUGH IT IS THE CONTROL MODULE AND AS ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 19, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN NOVEMBER 2010, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, WITH NO SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2012, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED ONLY THE ...

Jun 17, 2013 Engine 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000. *TR

Jun 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000. *TR

Jun 17, 2013 Engine 151,666 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN MY ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING/BLINKING. I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH VAN MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS AND VIBRATIONS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. JUST HAD TRANNY RECALL WORK DONE, SAME LIGHT ON. I CALLED FORD-THEY SAID IT WAS A MISS AND I SHOULD BRING IT IN. I WAS TOO AFRAID...

Jun 17, 2013 Electrical System 151,666 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN MY ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING/BLINKING. I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH VAN MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS AND VIBRATIONS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. JUST HAD TRANNY RECALL WORK DONE, SAME LIGHT ON. I CALLED FORD-THEY SAID IT WAS A MISS AND I SHOULD BRING IT IN. I WAS TOO AFRAID...

Jun 17, 2013 Engine 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000. *TR

Jun 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000. *TR

Jun 17, 2013 Engine 151,666 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN MY ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING/BLINKING. I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH VAN MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS AND VIBRATIONS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. JUST HAD TRANNY RECALL WORK DONE, SAME LIGHT ON. I CALLED FORD-THEY SAID IT WAS A MISS AND I SHOULD BRING IT IN. I WAS TOO AFRAID...

Jun 17, 2013 Electrical System 151,666 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN MY ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING/BLINKING. I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH VAN MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS AND VIBRATIONS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. JUST HAD TRANNY RECALL WORK DONE, SAME LIGHT ON. I CALLED FORD-THEY SAID IT WAS A MISS AND I SHOULD BRING IT IN. I WAS TOO AFRAID...

Jun 12, 2013 Power Train 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN). HOWEVER, AFTER THE REPAIR WAS PERFORMED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND STALLED SPORADICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT PRIOR TO THE RE...

Jun 12, 2013 Power Train 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN). HOWEVER, AFTER THE REPAIR WAS PERFORMED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND STALLED SPORADICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT PRIOR TO THE RE...

Jun 6, 2013 Engine 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

Jun 6, 2013 Power Train 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

Jun 6, 2013 Electrical System 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

Jun 6, 2013 Engine 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

Jun 6, 2013 Power Train 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

Jun 6, 2013 Electrical System 113,000 mi

AFTER RAIN ALL NIGHT ON WED.6/4/2013 WENT TO TAKE VAN TO PITTSBURGH STARTED HESITATING AND VIBRATING WHILE ON HIGHWAY COULD NOT SPEED UP AND TRIED TO GET IN SLOW LANE LOT OF TRAFFIC ALMOST COLLISION . TRIED TO GO UP SMALL HILL NO POWER VIBRATING TRYING TO STALL, TURNED OFF WOULDN'T STARTFOR 15 MINU...

May 21, 2013 Power Train 100,050 mi

I BECAME AWARE OF OTHER CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION/PCM RELATED CONCERNS IN 2011 WHEN EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION WHEN SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD (IT SEEMED) AND RESEARCHED MY VEHICLE AND POSSIBLE RELATED CONCERNS. I ALSO DISCUSSED WITH A LOCAL DEALER AND I FOLLOWED A DEALERS RECOMMENDATI...

May 21, 2013 Power Train 100,050 mi

I BECAME AWARE OF OTHER CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION/PCM RELATED CONCERNS IN 2011 WHEN EXPERIENCING A VIBRATION WHEN SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD (IT SEEMED) AND RESEARCHED MY VEHICLE AND POSSIBLE RELATED CONCERNS. I ALSO DISCUSSED WITH A LOCAL DEALER AND I FOLLOWED A DEALERS RECOMMENDATI...

May 20, 2013 Power Train 66,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT REFERENC...

May 20, 2013 Power Train 66,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT REFERENC...

May 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 74,420 mi

THE CAR WOULD START THEN STALL. I WOULD BE DRIVING AND IT WOULD JUST SLOW DOWN LIKE NO GAS GETTING INTO ENGINE AND STALL OUT . I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER (CREST FORD CENTERLINE MICHIGAN) THEY RAN IT ON A SCOPE. TOLD ME I NEEDED TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR. THEY REPLACED IT AND CALLED TO SAY MY VEHICLE ...

May 3, 2013 Electrical System 74,420 mi

THE CAR WOULD START THEN STALL. I WOULD BE DRIVING AND IT WOULD JUST SLOW DOWN LIKE NO GAS GETTING INTO ENGINE AND STALL OUT . I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER (CREST FORD CENTERLINE MICHIGAN) THEY RAN IT ON A SCOPE. TOLD ME I NEEDED TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR. THEY REPLACED IT AND CALLED TO SAY MY VEHICLE ...

May 3, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 74,420 mi

THE CAR WOULD START THEN STALL. I WOULD BE DRIVING AND IT WOULD JUST SLOW DOWN LIKE NO GAS GETTING INTO ENGINE AND STALL OUT . I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER (CREST FORD CENTERLINE MICHIGAN) THEY RAN IT ON A SCOPE. TOLD ME I NEEDED TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR. THEY REPLACED IT AND CALLED TO SAY MY VEHICLE ...

May 3, 2013 Electrical System 74,420 mi

THE CAR WOULD START THEN STALL. I WOULD BE DRIVING AND IT WOULD JUST SLOW DOWN LIKE NO GAS GETTING INTO ENGINE AND STALL OUT . I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER (CREST FORD CENTERLINE MICHIGAN) THEY RAN IT ON A SCOPE. TOLD ME I NEEDED TURBINE SHAFT SPEED SENSOR. THEY REPLACED IT AND CALLED TO SAY MY VEHICLE ...

Apr 30, 2013 Power Train 78,500 mi

TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING LOST ALL POWER. COASTED TO STOP AND HAD NO GEARS FORWARD OR REVERSE. NO PRIOR NOISES, WARNING LIGHTS OR ANY INDICATION OF PROBLEMS. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. HAD I BEEN PASSING IT COULD HAVE BEEN TRAGIC. TORQUE CONVERTER IS COVERED UNDER RECALL...

Apr 30, 2013 Power Train 78,500 mi

TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING LOST ALL POWER. COASTED TO STOP AND HAD NO GEARS FORWARD OR REVERSE. NO PRIOR NOISES, WARNING LIGHTS OR ANY INDICATION OF PROBLEMS. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. HAD I BEEN PASSING IT COULD HAVE BEEN TRAGIC. TORQUE CONVERTER IS COVERED UNDER RECALL...

Apr 29, 2013 Power Train 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE RPM IN THE TACHOMETER FLUCTUATED RAPIDLY AND THE ENGINE REVVED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE RECALL REPAIR FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN: TORQUE CONVERTER MALFUNCTIONS) WAS P...

Apr 29, 2013 Power Train 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE RPM IN THE TACHOMETER FLUCTUATED RAPIDLY AND THE ENGINE REVVED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE RECALL REPAIR FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN: TORQUE CONVERTER MALFUNCTIONS) WAS P...

Apr 27, 2013 Power Train 127,230 mi

I HAVE HAD MY VAN BACK FOR THREE DAYS SINCE HAVING THE RECALL REPAIRS DONE ON THE TORQUE (WHICH I FILLED A COMPLAINT ABOUT AFTER BEING TOLD MINE WASN'T RECALLED BY THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH IT ACTUALLY WAS) AND SEATS. IT HAS BEEN RAINING HEAVILY FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS HERE. WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AN...

Apr 27, 2013 Power Train 127,230 mi

I HAVE HAD MY VAN BACK FOR THREE DAYS SINCE HAVING THE RECALL REPAIRS DONE ON THE TORQUE (WHICH I FILLED A COMPLAINT ABOUT AFTER BEING TOLD MINE WASN'T RECALLED BY THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH IT ACTUALLY WAS) AND SEATS. IT HAS BEEN RAINING HEAVILY FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS HERE. WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AN...

Apr 22, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

DON'T HAVE MY VIN ON ME TO SHARE AT THIS TIME. ALSO, THE SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IS THE PCM. ON 4/4/2013, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH WHEN MY CAR 'DIED'. I LOST ALL POWER - NO BRAKES, STEERING, ETC. FORTUNATELY, NONE OF MY KIDS WERE IN THE CAR. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEA...

Apr 22, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

DON'T HAVE MY VIN ON ME TO SHARE AT THIS TIME. ALSO, THE SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IS THE PCM. ON 4/4/2013, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH WHEN MY CAR 'DIED'. I LOST ALL POWER - NO BRAKES, STEERING, ETC. FORTUNATELY, NONE OF MY KIDS WERE IN THE CAR. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEA...

Apr 15, 2013 Power Train 126,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR, THE SAME AS ANY OTHER DAY. I CAME TO A STOP LIGHT AND MY CAR WOULDN'T GO, AS IF I HAD IT IN NEUTRAL. THERE WAS SOME VIBRATION AND IT WAS EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN MY CAR. I NEARLY HIT A BUSINESS THAT WAS ON THE CORNER OF THE TURN. THEN, IT STARTED WORKING AGAIN, JUST TO SOON QUIT ...

Apr 15, 2013 Power Train 126,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR, THE SAME AS ANY OTHER DAY. I CAME TO A STOP LIGHT AND MY CAR WOULDN'T GO, AS IF I HAD IT IN NEUTRAL. THERE WAS SOME VIBRATION AND IT WAS EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN MY CAR. I NEARLY HIT A BUSINESS THAT WAS ON THE CORNER OF THE TURN. THEN, IT STARTED WORKING AGAIN, JUST TO SOON QUIT ...

Apr 12, 2013 Power Train 83,327 mi

RECALLED TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED IN 2005 FREESTAR BY DEALER . ( NO WARRANTY PAPERWORK GIVEN FOR THIS PART.) 5 MONTHS LATER, WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, EXPERIENCED TOTAL POWER LOSS INCLUDING POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. STRUGGLED TO PULL CAR OFF THE MAIN ROAD. TOWED TO OFTEN USED AND NEARBY ...

Apr 12, 2013 Power Train 83,327 mi

RECALLED TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED IN 2005 FREESTAR BY DEALER . ( NO WARRANTY PAPERWORK GIVEN FOR THIS PART.) 5 MONTHS LATER, WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, EXPERIENCED TOTAL POWER LOSS INCLUDING POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. STRUGGLED TO PULL CAR OFF THE MAIN ROAD. TOWED TO OFTEN USED AND NEARBY ...

Apr 8, 2013 Electrical System

FIRST WE HAD THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE THAT WAS UNSAFE AND HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR OURSELVES THEN FINALLY FORD ISSUED A TSB TO REPAIR AND RECOVERED OUR MONEY. ALONG WITH THAT IS THE MORE DANGEROUS SITUATION OF THE VAN STOPPING JERKING SPEEDING UP THE DRIVING ON THE ROAD ESPECIALLY WHEN IT RAINS OR ...

Apr 8, 2013 Power Train

FIRST WE HAD THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE THAT WAS UNSAFE AND HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR OURSELVES THEN FINALLY FORD ISSUED A TSB TO REPAIR AND RECOVERED OUR MONEY. ALONG WITH THAT IS THE MORE DANGEROUS SITUATION OF THE VAN STOPPING JERKING SPEEDING UP THE DRIVING ON THE ROAD ESPECIALLY WHEN IT RAINS OR ...

Apr 8, 2013 Electrical System

FIRST WE HAD THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE THAT WAS UNSAFE AND HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR OURSELVES THEN FINALLY FORD ISSUED A TSB TO REPAIR AND RECOVERED OUR MONEY. ALONG WITH THAT IS THE MORE DANGEROUS SITUATION OF THE VAN STOPPING JERKING SPEEDING UP THE DRIVING ON THE ROAD ESPECIALLY WHEN IT RAINS OR ...

Apr 8, 2013 Power Train

FIRST WE HAD THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE THAT WAS UNSAFE AND HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR OURSELVES THEN FINALLY FORD ISSUED A TSB TO REPAIR AND RECOVERED OUR MONEY. ALONG WITH THAT IS THE MORE DANGEROUS SITUATION OF THE VAN STOPPING JERKING SPEEDING UP THE DRIVING ON THE ROAD ESPECIALLY WHEN IT RAINS OR ...

Mar 27, 2013 Power Train 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 27, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 27, 2013 Engine 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 27, 2013 Power Train 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 27, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 27, 2013 Engine 157,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER, AT 40MPH, PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED ONLY TO DIE AGAIN 3 MORE TIMES. I THOUGHT I WAS OUT OF GAS BUT THE GAGE SAID 1/8TH OF A TANK. PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD FRIENDS BRING GAS. STARTED UP FINE AND DROVE MAYBE A BLOC...

Mar 12, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICE OF VEHICLE LOSING POWER WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER REPAIRS PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED ON JANUARY 13, 2013, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BECAUSE IT WOULD REGULARLY JERK FORWARD AND BACKWARD AND THEN IT WOULD CON...

Mar 12, 2013 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICE OF VEHICLE LOSING POWER WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER REPAIRS PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED ON JANUARY 13, 2013, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BECAUSE IT WOULD REGULARLY JERK FORWARD AND BACKWARD AND THEN IT WOULD CON...

Mar 7, 2013 Seats 90,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND NOTICED THE THIRD SEAT CAME LOOSE. WHEN I LOOKED INTO IT I FOUND THAT THE WHEEL WELL AROUND THE REINFORCEMENT PLATE HAD RUSTED COMPLETELY OUT ON THE DRIVER SIDE FOR FEAR OF THIS BEING A COMMON PROBLEM AND THE FACT THAT THE THIRD SEAT IS MOSTLY USED BY CHILDREN I DECID...

Mar 7, 2013 Seats 90,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND NOTICED THE THIRD SEAT CAME LOOSE. WHEN I LOOKED INTO IT I FOUND THAT THE WHEEL WELL AROUND THE REINFORCEMENT PLATE HAD RUSTED COMPLETELY OUT ON THE DRIVER SIDE FOR FEAR OF THIS BEING A COMMON PROBLEM AND THE FACT THAT THE THIRD SEAT IS MOSTLY USED BY CHILDREN I DECID...

Mar 1, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

FAULTY FUEL SYSTEM VENT CAUSES GASOLINE TO SPRAY OUT WHEN FILLING UP. ADDITIONALLY A HISSING SOUND IS HEARD WHEN OPENING THE GAS CAP, INDICATING THAT THE GAS TANK PRESSURE IS HIGH DURING NORMAL OPERATION. SEVERE FIRE HAZARD; LEAKED GASOLINE MAY CAUSE FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION. THERE ARE SEVERAL SIMIL...

Mar 1, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,000 mi

FAULTY FUEL SYSTEM VENT CAUSES GASOLINE TO SPRAY OUT WHEN FILLING UP. ADDITIONALLY A HISSING SOUND IS HEARD WHEN OPENING THE GAS CAP, INDICATING THAT THE GAS TANK PRESSURE IS HIGH DURING NORMAL OPERATION. SEVERE FIRE HAZARD; LEAKED GASOLINE MAY CAUSE FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION. THERE ARE SEVERAL SIMIL...

Feb 27, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THE RECALL THE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPPED. WHEN REPAIR WAS COMPLETED WE WENT AND PICKED UP OUR VAN ON THE WAY HOME IT DIED AND ALL THE LIGHTS WERE GOING CRAZY. SHOP TOWED BACK TO THEIR SHOP. THEY WE...

Feb 27, 2013 Power Train 112,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THE RECALL THE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPPED. WHEN REPAIR WAS COMPLETED WE WENT AND PICKED UP OUR VAN ON THE WAY HOME IT DIED AND ALL THE LIGHTS WERE GOING CRAZY. SHOP TOWED BACK TO THEIR SHOP. THEY WE...

Feb 27, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THE RECALL THE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPPED. WHEN REPAIR WAS COMPLETED WE WENT AND PICKED UP OUR VAN ON THE WAY HOME IT DIED AND ALL THE LIGHTS WERE GOING CRAZY. SHOP TOWED BACK TO THEIR SHOP. THEY WE...

Feb 27, 2013 Power Train 112,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN TO TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH FORD REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THE RECALL THE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPPED. WHEN REPAIR WAS COMPLETED WE WENT AND PICKED UP OUR VAN ON THE WAY HOME IT DIED AND ALL THE LIGHTS WERE GOING CRAZY. SHOP TOWED BACK TO THEIR SHOP. THEY WE...

Feb 23, 2013 Power Train

AFTER YEARS OF PROBLEMS, PREVIOUS POSTINGS ON THIS SITE, AND 3 PCMS LATER... THE STORY CONTINUES: OUR VAN HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 5 TIMES WITHIN ~ 4-5 WEEKS, AND THE DEALERSHIP KEEPS WORKING TO SEAL THE PCM UNIT. THE UNIT WAS SEALED BY FORD WITH STANDARD MODULE SEALS, GREEN EXPANDABLE FOAM, ETC., BUT...

Feb 23, 2013 Power Train 112,782 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION AND WHEN I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE IT STARTED HESITATING AND WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED. *TR

Feb 23, 2013 Power Train

AFTER YEARS OF PROBLEMS, PREVIOUS POSTINGS ON THIS SITE, AND 3 PCMS LATER... THE STORY CONTINUES: OUR VAN HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 5 TIMES WITHIN ~ 4-5 WEEKS, AND THE DEALERSHIP KEEPS WORKING TO SEAL THE PCM UNIT. THE UNIT WAS SEALED BY FORD WITH STANDARD MODULE SEALS, GREEN EXPANDABLE FOAM, ETC., BUT...

Feb 23, 2013 Power Train 112,782 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION AND WHEN I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE IT STARTED HESITATING AND WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED. *TR

Feb 18, 2013 Power Train 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE DRIVING AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE CAR. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED, MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OUT OF HARMS WAY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN SO MUCH WORSE HAD SHE BEEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC OR MERGING ON TO THE INTERSTATE. THE PROBLEM IS...

Feb 18, 2013 Electrical System 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE DRIVING AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE CAR. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED, MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OUT OF HARMS WAY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN SO MUCH WORSE HAD SHE BEEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC OR MERGING ON TO THE INTERSTATE. THE PROBLEM IS...

Feb 18, 2013 Power Train 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE DRIVING AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE CAR. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED, MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OUT OF HARMS WAY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN SO MUCH WORSE HAD SHE BEEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC OR MERGING ON TO THE INTERSTATE. THE PROBLEM IS...

Feb 18, 2013 Electrical System 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE DRIVING AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE CAR. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED, MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OUT OF HARMS WAY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN SO MUCH WORSE HAD SHE BEEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC OR MERGING ON TO THE INTERSTATE. THE PROBLEM IS...

Feb 14, 2013 Engine 70,102 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND ALL OF THE WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILUR...

Feb 14, 2013 Engine 70,102 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND ALL OF THE WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILUR...

Feb 6, 2013 Electrical System 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Feb 6, 2013 Power Train 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Feb 6, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Feb 6, 2013 Electrical System 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Feb 6, 2013 Power Train 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Feb 6, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 85,954 mi

TRYING TO BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, VAN WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. RESTART VAN, PUT IT INTO REVERSE & IT FALTERS & STALLS. RESTART &GOT VAN INTO DRIVE,BUT IT WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL 3000 RPMS, THEN JERKS INTO DRIVE & STALLS AGAIN. HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC I HAVE USED FOR OVER 20 YRS. VAN SHO...

Jan 29, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND MULTIPLE WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE PCM MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF ...

Jan 29, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND MULTIPLE WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE PCM MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF ...

Jan 28, 2013 Power Train 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 28, 2013 Electrical System 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 28, 2013 Visibility/wiper 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 28, 2013 Power Train 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 28, 2013 Electrical System 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 28, 2013 Visibility/wiper 131,200 mi

ENGINE STAYS IN THIRD GEAR ON HIGHWAY ,WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID WON'T SPRAY AND POWER LOCKS DON'T WORK WITH BUTTON ON DOORS OR KEY FOB. GETTING 11 MILES A GALLON BECAUSE WON'T SHIFT INTO FOURTH GEAR AND THAT'S A HIGHWAY TRIP! *TR

Jan 25, 2013 Power Train 130,000 mi

DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE! SYMPTOMS OF A WET PCM MODULE MANIFESTS ITSELF IN MANY FORMS. WE'VE EXPERIENCED MOST OF THEM BY THIS POINT IN OUR ~3 YEAR BATTLE WITH OUR FREESTAR. RANDOMLY, OUR VAN WOULD NOT: START, GO INTO REVERSE, GIVE WARNING LIGHTS, DRIVE FORWARD WITHOUT STALLING, ALLOW CERTAIN SYSTEM...

Jan 25, 2013 Power Train 130,000 mi

DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE! SYMPTOMS OF A WET PCM MODULE MANIFESTS ITSELF IN MANY FORMS. WE'VE EXPERIENCED MOST OF THEM BY THIS POINT IN OUR ~3 YEAR BATTLE WITH OUR FREESTAR. RANDOMLY, OUR VAN WOULD NOT: START, GO INTO REVERSE, GIVE WARNING LIGHTS, DRIVE FORWARD WITHOUT STALLING, ALLOW CERTAIN SYSTEM...

Jan 23, 2013 Power Train 102,455 mi

ENGINE STUTTERS, WON'T RUN STEADY, IDLES OVER 2000RPM IN NEUTRAL, CONTINUALLY DIES, WHEN ENGINE DIES STEERING HARD(NATURALLY), WON'T GO IN REVERSE, THIS PROBLEM CAUSES NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT ARE NOT SAFE WHEN IT DOES IT ON THE ROAD. THE PROBLEM IS APPARENTLY IN MOISTURE IN THE PCM. TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Jan 23, 2013 Engine 102,455 mi

ENGINE STUTTERS, WON'T RUN STEADY, IDLES OVER 2000RPM IN NEUTRAL, CONTINUALLY DIES, WHEN ENGINE DIES STEERING HARD(NATURALLY), WON'T GO IN REVERSE, THIS PROBLEM CAUSES NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT ARE NOT SAFE WHEN IT DOES IT ON THE ROAD. THE PROBLEM IS APPARENTLY IN MOISTURE IN THE PCM. TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Jan 23, 2013 Power Train 102,455 mi

ENGINE STUTTERS, WON'T RUN STEADY, IDLES OVER 2000RPM IN NEUTRAL, CONTINUALLY DIES, WHEN ENGINE DIES STEERING HARD(NATURALLY), WON'T GO IN REVERSE, THIS PROBLEM CAUSES NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT ARE NOT SAFE WHEN IT DOES IT ON THE ROAD. THE PROBLEM IS APPARENTLY IN MOISTURE IN THE PCM. TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Jan 23, 2013 Engine 102,455 mi

ENGINE STUTTERS, WON'T RUN STEADY, IDLES OVER 2000RPM IN NEUTRAL, CONTINUALLY DIES, WHEN ENGINE DIES STEERING HARD(NATURALLY), WON'T GO IN REVERSE, THIS PROBLEM CAUSES NUMEROUS PROBLEMS THAT ARE NOT SAFE WHEN IT DOES IT ON THE ROAD. THE PROBLEM IS APPARENTLY IN MOISTURE IN THE PCM. TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Jan 8, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMB...

Jan 8, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMB...

Jan 2, 2013 Structure 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Power Train 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Electrical System 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Engine 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Structure 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Power Train 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Electrical System 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Jan 2, 2013 Engine 68,000 mi

THIS INFORMATION IS A COLLECTION OF INCIDENTS THAT ULTIMATELY FIT TOGETHER. I HAVE NOTICE THAT THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY VAN WAS WET. SINCE I HAVE 3 KIDS I JUST SHRUGGED IT OFF. THIS PAST WEEK I NOTICE THE FLOOR MATS WEREN'T WET ONLY THE CARPET BENEATH IT WAS SOAKED. MY KIDS DON'T SPILL JUST UNDER T...

Dec 27, 2012 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOOSE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD DECELERATE RAPIDLY AND THEN WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE V...

Dec 27, 2012 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOOSE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD DECELERATE RAPIDLY AND THEN WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE V...

Dec 26, 2012 Electrical System 87,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH THE PCM SHORTING OUT DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE WIRING HARNESS THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ONCE THE PCM SHORT CIRCUITS THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT FUNCTION CAUSING THE CAR TO LOOSE ITS' MOTION. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING AND PLACES THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEH...

Dec 26, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH THE PCM SHORTING OUT DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE WIRING HARNESS THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ONCE THE PCM SHORT CIRCUITS THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT FUNCTION CAUSING THE CAR TO LOOSE ITS' MOTION. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING AND PLACES THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEH...

Dec 26, 2012 Electrical System 87,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH THE PCM SHORTING OUT DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE WIRING HARNESS THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ONCE THE PCM SHORT CIRCUITS THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT FUNCTION CAUSING THE CAR TO LOOSE ITS' MOTION. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING AND PLACES THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEH...

Dec 26, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH THE PCM SHORTING OUT DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE WIRING HARNESS THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ONCE THE PCM SHORT CIRCUITS THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT FUNCTION CAUSING THE CAR TO LOOSE ITS' MOTION. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING AND PLACES THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEH...

Dec 9, 2012 Power Train 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO BE ACTING UP TRYING TO MAINTAIN HIGHWAY CRUISING SPEEDS, 55-65 MPH. KEPT SHUTTERING AND VIBRATING. BALISE FORD IN HYANNIS MA FOUND A PROBLEM IN THE TRANSMISSION. THEY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 60 DAYS TIME. DURING THAT TIME THEY REMOVED THE TRANSMISSION UNDER THE D...

Dec 9, 2012 Power Train 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO BE ACTING UP TRYING TO MAINTAIN HIGHWAY CRUISING SPEEDS, 55-65 MPH. KEPT SHUTTERING AND VIBRATING. BALISE FORD IN HYANNIS MA FOUND A PROBLEM IN THE TRANSMISSION. THEY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 60 DAYS TIME. DURING THAT TIME THEY REMOVED THE TRANSMISSION UNDER THE D...

Dec 3, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. RECALL NOTICE SUBMITTED. *SMD WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, TO HAVE THE RECALL PERFORMED, SHE WAS INFORMED THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE AND FORDS POLICY WAS NOT TO REPLACE THE PART, UNTIL IT...

Dec 3, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. RECALL NOTICE SUBMITTED. *SMD WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, TO HAVE THE RECALL PERFORMED, SHE WAS INFORMED THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE AND FORDS POLICY WAS NOT TO REPLACE THE PART, UNTIL IT...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train 168,181 mi

RECEIVED RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER- HAD IT REPLACED ON AUG 20, 2012. ON NOV. 19TH THE VAN WOULDN'T GO PASS 20 MPH. DROVE SLOW APPROX. 3 MILES TO DESTINATION. HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO CHECK OUT PROBLEM AT INITIAL CONTACT WAS TOLD THEY KNEW OF NO PROBLEMS RELATING TO TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMEN...

Dec 2, 2012 Electrical System 168,181 mi

RECEIVED RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER- HAD IT REPLACED ON AUG 20, 2012. ON NOV. 19TH THE VAN WOULDN'T GO PASS 20 MPH. DROVE SLOW APPROX. 3 MILES TO DESTINATION. HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO CHECK OUT PROBLEM AT INITIAL CONTACT WAS TOLD THEY KNEW OF NO PROBLEMS RELATING TO TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMEN...

Dec 2, 2012 Power Train 168,181 mi

RECEIVED RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER- HAD IT REPLACED ON AUG 20, 2012. ON NOV. 19TH THE VAN WOULDN'T GO PASS 20 MPH. DROVE SLOW APPROX. 3 MILES TO DESTINATION. HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO CHECK OUT PROBLEM AT INITIAL CONTACT WAS TOLD THEY KNEW OF NO PROBLEMS RELATING TO TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMEN...

Dec 2, 2012 Electrical System 168,181 mi

RECEIVED RECALL FOR TORQUE CONVERTER- HAD IT REPLACED ON AUG 20, 2012. ON NOV. 19TH THE VAN WOULDN'T GO PASS 20 MPH. DROVE SLOW APPROX. 3 MILES TO DESTINATION. HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO CHECK OUT PROBLEM AT INITIAL CONTACT WAS TOLD THEY KNEW OF NO PROBLEMS RELATING TO TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMEN...

Nov 24, 2012 Engine 103,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME FROM STORE (ABOUT 20 MILES) WHEN ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 45 MPH, PULLED OVER AND WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED AGAIN. A LITTLE FURTHER DOWN THE ROAD IT CUT OFF AGAIN BUT THIS TIME THE ENGINE JUST REVVED BY ITSELF THEN WENT BACK TO NORMAL WITHOUT COMPLETELY CUTTING OFF. ...

Nov 24, 2012 Engine 103,000 mi

WAS DRIVING HOME FROM STORE (ABOUT 20 MILES) WHEN ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 45 MPH, PULLED OVER AND WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED AGAIN. A LITTLE FURTHER DOWN THE ROAD IT CUT OFF AGAIN BUT THIS TIME THE ENGINE JUST REVVED BY ITSELF THEN WENT BACK TO NORMAL WITHOUT COMPLETELY CUTTING OFF. ...

Nov 14, 2012 Electrical System 130,000 mi

WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 60MPH AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACT UP PULLED OVER AND IT SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH REAL RAPIDLY TURNED THE KEY TO START IT AGAIN AND NOTHING HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED 300.00 WORTH AND HAS BEEN BROKE DOWN FOR FOUR MONTHS BEEN T...

Nov 14, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,000 mi

WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 60MPH AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACT UP PULLED OVER AND IT SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH REAL RAPIDLY TURNED THE KEY TO START IT AGAIN AND NOTHING HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED 300.00 WORTH AND HAS BEEN BROKE DOWN FOR FOUR MONTHS BEEN T...

Nov 14, 2012 Electrical System 130,000 mi

WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 60MPH AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACT UP PULLED OVER AND IT SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH REAL RAPIDLY TURNED THE KEY TO START IT AGAIN AND NOTHING HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED 300.00 WORTH AND HAS BEEN BROKE DOWN FOR FOUR MONTHS BEEN T...

Nov 14, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 130,000 mi

WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 60MPH AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACT UP PULLED OVER AND IT SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY SECURITY LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH REAL RAPIDLY TURNED THE KEY TO START IT AGAIN AND NOTHING HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED 300.00 WORTH AND HAS BEEN BROKE DOWN FOR FOUR MONTHS BEEN T...

Nov 2, 2012 Engine 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER PENETRATED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND THE ENGINE COVERING. THE ENGINE COVERING CLIPS FAILED TO SUSTAIN AND THE WATER PENETRATE THE POWER CONTROL MODULE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 2, 2012 Structure 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER PENETRATED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND THE ENGINE COVERING. THE ENGINE COVERING CLIPS FAILED TO SUSTAIN AND THE WATER PENETRATE THE POWER CONTROL MODULE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000 WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN PARK WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS.THE ...

Nov 2, 2012 Engine 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER PENETRATED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND THE ENGINE COVERING. THE ENGINE COVERING CLIPS FAILED TO SUSTAIN AND THE WATER PENETRATE THE POWER CONTROL MODULE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 2, 2012 Structure 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER PENETRATED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND THE ENGINE COVERING. THE ENGINE COVERING CLIPS FAILED TO SUSTAIN AND THE WATER PENETRATE THE POWER CONTROL MODULE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,000 WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN PARK WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS.THE ...

Oct 30, 2012 Structure 114,351 mi

HAVING A SIMILAR PROBLEM TO OTHERS WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WATER GETTING INTO PCM AND CAUSING PROBLEMS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL AND THEY NOTICED WATER IN THE PCM. THEY DRIED IT OUT AND VEHICLE RAN FINE FOR TWO WEEKS. HAD SIGNIFICANT RAIN LAST NIGHT AND PROBLEM HAPP...

Oct 30, 2012 Electrical System 114,351 mi

HAVING A SIMILAR PROBLEM TO OTHERS WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WATER GETTING INTO PCM AND CAUSING PROBLEMS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL AND THEY NOTICED WATER IN THE PCM. THEY DRIED IT OUT AND VEHICLE RAN FINE FOR TWO WEEKS. HAD SIGNIFICANT RAIN LAST NIGHT AND PROBLEM HAPP...

Oct 30, 2012 Structure 114,351 mi

HAVING A SIMILAR PROBLEM TO OTHERS WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WATER GETTING INTO PCM AND CAUSING PROBLEMS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL AND THEY NOTICED WATER IN THE PCM. THEY DRIED IT OUT AND VEHICLE RAN FINE FOR TWO WEEKS. HAD SIGNIFICANT RAIN LAST NIGHT AND PROBLEM HAPP...

Oct 30, 2012 Electrical System 114,351 mi

HAVING A SIMILAR PROBLEM TO OTHERS WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WATER GETTING INTO PCM AND CAUSING PROBLEMS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL AND THEY NOTICED WATER IN THE PCM. THEY DRIED IT OUT AND VEHICLE RAN FINE FOR TWO WEEKS. HAD SIGNIFICANT RAIN LAST NIGHT AND PROBLEM HAPP...

Oct 25, 2012 Electrical System 85,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY MINIVAN BACK TO WORK FROM LUNCH. IT CUT OFF AS I TOOK A TURN. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND RESTARTED IT. AS I BEGAN TO GO AGAIN, IT CUT OFF AGAIN. I PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. I WAS RIGHT OUTSIDE MY WORK PARKING LOT SO I PULLED IN AND PARKED. I CALLED EGAN AUTOMOTIVES ...

Oct 25, 2012 Electrical System 85,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY MINIVAN BACK TO WORK FROM LUNCH. IT CUT OFF AS I TOOK A TURN. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND RESTARTED IT. AS I BEGAN TO GO AGAIN, IT CUT OFF AGAIN. I PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. I WAS RIGHT OUTSIDE MY WORK PARKING LOT SO I PULLED IN AND PARKED. I CALLED EGAN AUTOMOTIVES ...

Oct 23, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

I HAD A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED 4 DAYS AGO ON MY VAN DUE TO A RECALL AND 4 DAYS AFTER REPAIR MY CAR SHUTS DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. NOW THE FORD DEALER IS TELLING ME IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH I FIND IMPOSSIBLE SINCE I HAVEN'T HAD ANY OTHER ISSUES BEFORE WITH MY CAR ...

Oct 23, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 56,000 mi

I HAD A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED 4 DAYS AGO ON MY VAN DUE TO A RECALL AND 4 DAYS AFTER REPAIR MY CAR SHUTS DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. NOW THE FORD DEALER IS TELLING ME IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH I FIND IMPOSSIBLE SINCE I HAVEN'T HAD ANY OTHER ISSUES BEFORE WITH MY CAR ...

Oct 23, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

I HAD A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED 4 DAYS AGO ON MY VAN DUE TO A RECALL AND 4 DAYS AFTER REPAIR MY CAR SHUTS DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. NOW THE FORD DEALER IS TELLING ME IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH I FIND IMPOSSIBLE SINCE I HAVEN'T HAD ANY OTHER ISSUES BEFORE WITH MY CAR ...

Oct 23, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 56,000 mi

I HAD A TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACED 4 DAYS AGO ON MY VAN DUE TO A RECALL AND 4 DAYS AFTER REPAIR MY CAR SHUTS DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. NOW THE FORD DEALER IS TELLING ME IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER WHICH I FIND IMPOSSIBLE SINCE I HAVEN'T HAD ANY OTHER ISSUES BEFORE WITH MY CAR ...

Oct 15, 2012 Engine 56,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE CAR STOP AFTER AND DURING RAINY DAYS. MOST RECENTLY THE CAR WOULD NOT START OR MOVE DURING A HEAVY RAIN. I HAVE HAD TO WAIT DAYS UNTIL THE CAR DRIES OUT FOR THE CAR TO MOVE. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AFTER SEVERAL INSTANCES OF THIS SAME OCCURRENCE. THEY CAN NOT FIND OUT WHAT IS WR...

Oct 15, 2012 Electrical System 56,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE CAR STOP AFTER AND DURING RAINY DAYS. MOST RECENTLY THE CAR WOULD NOT START OR MOVE DURING A HEAVY RAIN. I HAVE HAD TO WAIT DAYS UNTIL THE CAR DRIES OUT FOR THE CAR TO MOVE. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AFTER SEVERAL INSTANCES OF THIS SAME OCCURRENCE. THEY CAN NOT FIND OUT WHAT IS WR...

Oct 15, 2012 Air Bags 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 65 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FAILED, WHICH CAUSED BOTH CURTAIN AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY ERRONEOUSLY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISES TO THE FACE FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE TIRE WAS REPLAC...

Oct 15, 2012 Engine 56,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE CAR STOP AFTER AND DURING RAINY DAYS. MOST RECENTLY THE CAR WOULD NOT START OR MOVE DURING A HEAVY RAIN. I HAVE HAD TO WAIT DAYS UNTIL THE CAR DRIES OUT FOR THE CAR TO MOVE. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AFTER SEVERAL INSTANCES OF THIS SAME OCCURRENCE. THEY CAN NOT FIND OUT WHAT IS WR...

Oct 15, 2012 Electrical System 56,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THE CAR STOP AFTER AND DURING RAINY DAYS. MOST RECENTLY THE CAR WOULD NOT START OR MOVE DURING A HEAVY RAIN. I HAVE HAD TO WAIT DAYS UNTIL THE CAR DRIES OUT FOR THE CAR TO MOVE. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AFTER SEVERAL INSTANCES OF THIS SAME OCCURRENCE. THEY CAN NOT FIND OUT WHAT IS WR...

Oct 15, 2012 Air Bags 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 65 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FAILED, WHICH CAUSED BOTH CURTAIN AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY ERRONEOUSLY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISES TO THE FACE FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE TIRE WAS REPLAC...

Oct 2, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER) AND ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED IN JUNE 2012. THE DEALER INFORMED HER THAT SHE HAD TO ORDER THE RECALL ...

Oct 2, 2012 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER) AND ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED IN JUNE 2012. THE DEALER INFORMED HER THAT SHE HAD TO ORDER THE RECALL ...

Oct 1, 2012 Power Train 106,000 mi

THE PCM WENT BAD ON OUR VAN. WHEN REPLACED BY FORD WATER WAS REPORTED INSIDE THE PCM NOTING A WATER LEAK SOMEWHERE THAT FINDS ITS WAY TO THE COMPUTER (PCM). WE WERE TOLD TO GET A NEW WINDSHIELD. WE DID AT OUR EXPENSE. ABOUT A MONTH LATER SAME ISSUES WITH CAR. AGAIN PCM WAS BAD. WATER LEAKED IN...

Oct 1, 2012 Power Train 106,000 mi

THE PCM WENT BAD ON OUR VAN. WHEN REPLACED BY FORD WATER WAS REPORTED INSIDE THE PCM NOTING A WATER LEAK SOMEWHERE THAT FINDS ITS WAY TO THE COMPUTER (PCM). WE WERE TOLD TO GET A NEW WINDSHIELD. WE DID AT OUR EXPENSE. ABOUT A MONTH LATER SAME ISSUES WITH CAR. AGAIN PCM WAS BAD. WATER LEAKED IN...

Sep 24, 2012 Structure 108,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR FAILED TO STOP WHEN CONTACT WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF DOORWAY. THE VEHICLE HAD POWER SLIDING DOORS WHICH ARE SUPPOSED TO STOP IF PERSON WAS ON THE WAY. ALSO, THE ...

Sep 24, 2012 Structure 108,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR FAILED TO STOP WHEN CONTACT WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF DOORWAY. THE VEHICLE HAD POWER SLIDING DOORS WHICH ARE SUPPOSED TO STOP IF PERSON WAS ON THE WAY. ALSO, THE ...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train

2005 FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED IT COST $ 2,552.53 TO INSTALL A RE-BUILT TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL, STATING HE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train

2005 FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED IT COST $ 2,552.53 TO INSTALL A RE-BUILT TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL, STATING HE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND INDEPENDENTLY CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE SCENE AND LATER TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER STATED THAT TORQUE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train

2005 FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED IT COST $ 2,552.53 TO INSTALL A RE-BUILT TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL, STATING HE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train

2005 FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED IT COST $ 2,552.53 TO INSTALL A RE-BUILT TRANSMISSION/TORQUE CONVERTER. THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL, STATING HE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND...

Sep 19, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND INDEPENDENTLY CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE SCENE AND LATER TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER STATED THAT TORQUE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED...

Sep 18, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAILED TRANSMISSION. RECALL 12V006000. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A DENIAL LETTER FROM FORD REGARDING A REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT. FORD STATED IN THE LETTER, THAT THEIR RECORDS INDICATED A REFUND HAD ALREADY BEEN PROCESSED FOR THE REPAIR. ...

Sep 18, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAILED TRANSMISSION. RECALL 12V006000. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A DENIAL LETTER FROM FORD REGARDING A REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT. FORD STATED IN THE LETTER, THAT THEIR RECORDS INDICATED A REFUND HAD ALREADY BEEN PROCESSED FOR THE REPAIR. ...

Sep 17, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING FROM CALIFORNIA TO WASHINGTON. STOPPED ON REST AREA.MY FREE* DID HAVE ONLY REAR GEAR ON. COULDN'T MOVE FOR SEVERAL HOURS UNTIL TRANSMISSION COOLED DOWN. DROVE VERY CAREFULLY, TRYING NOT HIT THE BRAKES, BECAUSE AS SOON AS I PUSH BRAKE PEDAL TRANNY STOPS WORKING UNTIL COMPLETELY COOLED ...

Sep 17, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING FROM CALIFORNIA TO WASHINGTON. STOPPED ON REST AREA.MY FREE* DID HAVE ONLY REAR GEAR ON. COULDN'T MOVE FOR SEVERAL HOURS UNTIL TRANSMISSION COOLED DOWN. DROVE VERY CAREFULLY, TRYING NOT HIT THE BRAKES, BECAUSE AS SOON AS I PUSH BRAKE PEDAL TRANNY STOPS WORKING UNTIL COMPLETELY COOLED ...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSING CONTROL OF THE FORWARD MANEUVERING *TGW THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED AND ACCORDING TO THE WEBSITE, HE SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED TWO OWNER NOTIFICATIONS LETTERS. HOWEVER, HE NEVER RECEIVED ANY CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING RECALL # 1...

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSING CONTROL OF THE FORWARD MANEUVERING *TGW THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED AND ACCORDING TO THE WEBSITE, HE SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED TWO OWNER NOTIFICATIONS LETTERS. HOWEVER, HE NEVER RECEIVED ANY CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING RECALL # 1...

Sep 1, 2012 Power Train

SHORTLY AFTER THE RECALL FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP. IT WAS STALLING, NOT LETTING ME GO INTO REVERSE, AND MANY OTHER THINGS. THE TRANSMISSION IS DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THIS PROBLEM IS BECAUSE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER THEY HAD TO RECALL CON...

Sep 1, 2012 Power Train

SHORTLY AFTER THE RECALL FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP. IT WAS STALLING, NOT LETTING ME GO INTO REVERSE, AND MANY OTHER THINGS. THE TRANSMISSION IS DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THIS PROBLEM IS BECAUSE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER THEY HAD TO RECALL CON...

Aug 31, 2012 Power Train

RECEIVED A RECALL 11S25/NHTSA RECALL 12V006000 LAST MARCH AND FORD SEEMS TO BE DRAGGING THEIR FEET. I CONTACTED THEM THREE TIMES AND THEY WAVED ME OFF. MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. THANK YOU ..UPDATED 09-19-12 *BF

Aug 31, 2012 Power Train

RECEIVED A RECALL 11S25/NHTSA RECALL 12V006000 LAST MARCH AND FORD SEEMS TO BE DRAGGING THEIR FEET. I CONTACTED THEM THREE TIMES AND THEY WAVED ME OFF. MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. THANK YOU ..UPDATED 09-19-12 *BF

Aug 30, 2012 Power Train 104,392 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,392 AND ...

Aug 30, 2012 Power Train 104,392 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,392 AND ...

Aug 28, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACEMENT OF TORQUE CONVERTER IN COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY RECALL *TGW

Aug 28, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACEMENT OF TORQUE CONVERTER IN COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY RECALL *TGW

Aug 23, 2012 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTAR PCM PROBLEMS. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE INTERMITTENT INCIDENCES INCLUDING VEHICLE'S FAILURE TO START, RUNNING ROUGH, IMPROPERLY ACCELERATING, REFUSING TO MOVE FORWARD/BACKWARD, AND OTHER RANDOM PROBLEMS. THE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS/CAMSHAFT SENSOR/ETC, AS WELL AS THE TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN...

Aug 23, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR PCM PROBLEMS. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE INTERMITTENT INCIDENCES INCLUDING VEHICLE'S FAILURE TO START, RUNNING ROUGH, IMPROPERLY ACCELERATING, REFUSING TO MOVE FORWARD/BACKWARD, AND OTHER RANDOM PROBLEMS. THE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS/CAMSHAFT SENSOR/ETC, AS WELL AS THE TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN...

Aug 23, 2012 Electrical System

ADD-ON INFO FOR COMPLAINT #10472027. THE DATE STATED FOR THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM WAS MERELY AN ARBITRARY START DATE FOR OUR PROBLEMS, WHICH WAS REQUIRED TO PROCEED WITH THE COMPLAINT. WE HAVE HAD CONTINUAL PROBLEMS FOR AT LEAST NEAR 2 YEARS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT NO MECHANIC (INCLUDING FORD'S) HAS...

Aug 23, 2012 Power Train

ADD-ON INFO FOR COMPLAINT #10472027. THE DATE STATED FOR THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM WAS MERELY AN ARBITRARY START DATE FOR OUR PROBLEMS, WHICH WAS REQUIRED TO PROCEED WITH THE COMPLAINT. WE HAVE HAD CONTINUAL PROBLEMS FOR AT LEAST NEAR 2 YEARS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT NO MECHANIC (INCLUDING FORD'S) HAS...

Aug 23, 2012 Electrical System

2005 FORD FREESTAR PCM PROBLEMS. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE INTERMITTENT INCIDENCES INCLUDING VEHICLE'S FAILURE TO START, RUNNING ROUGH, IMPROPERLY ACCELERATING, REFUSING TO MOVE FORWARD/BACKWARD, AND OTHER RANDOM PROBLEMS. THE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS/CAMSHAFT SENSOR/ETC, AS WELL AS THE TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN...

Aug 23, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR PCM PROBLEMS. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE INTERMITTENT INCIDENCES INCLUDING VEHICLE'S FAILURE TO START, RUNNING ROUGH, IMPROPERLY ACCELERATING, REFUSING TO MOVE FORWARD/BACKWARD, AND OTHER RANDOM PROBLEMS. THE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS/CAMSHAFT SENSOR/ETC, AS WELL AS THE TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN...

Aug 23, 2012 Electrical System

ADD-ON INFO FOR COMPLAINT #10472027. THE DATE STATED FOR THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM WAS MERELY AN ARBITRARY START DATE FOR OUR PROBLEMS, WHICH WAS REQUIRED TO PROCEED WITH THE COMPLAINT. WE HAVE HAD CONTINUAL PROBLEMS FOR AT LEAST NEAR 2 YEARS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT NO MECHANIC (INCLUDING FORD'S) HAS...

Aug 23, 2012 Power Train

ADD-ON INFO FOR COMPLAINT #10472027. THE DATE STATED FOR THE PROBLEM WITH THE PCM WAS MERELY AN ARBITRARY START DATE FOR OUR PROBLEMS, WHICH WAS REQUIRED TO PROCEED WITH THE COMPLAINT. WE HAVE HAD CONTINUAL PROBLEMS FOR AT LEAST NEAR 2 YEARS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT NO MECHANIC (INCLUDING FORD'S) HAS...

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 173,460 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTAR) BEGIN TO JERK AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS CONSTANTLY DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING. ALSO, THE RPMS WOULD ESCALATE DURING THIS PROBLEM. AFTER ABOUT SIX JERKS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS. I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 173,460 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTAR) BEGIN TO JERK AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS CONSTANTLY DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING. ALSO, THE RPMS WOULD ESCALATE DURING THIS PROBLEM. AFTER ABOUT SIX JERKS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS. I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 173,460 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTAR) BEGIN TO JERK AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS CONSTANTLY DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING. ALSO, THE RPMS WOULD ESCALATE DURING THIS PROBLEM. AFTER ABOUT SIX JERKS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS. I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 21, 2012 Power Train 173,460 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING, THE VEHICLE (2005 FORD FREESTAR) BEGIN TO JERK AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS CONSTANTLY DISENGAGING AND REENGAGING. ALSO, THE RPMS WOULD ESCALATE DURING THIS PROBLEM. AFTER ABOUT SIX JERKS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS. I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE VEHICLE ...

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 89,847 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAGON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY BECAME INOPERATIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT WATER HAD LEAKED ONTO THE WIRING HARNESS WHICH RESULTED IN A SHORT CIRCUIT TO THE TRANSMISSION CHIP. THE V...

Aug 20, 2012 Power Train 89,847 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAGON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY BECAME INOPERATIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT WATER HAD LEAKED ONTO THE WIRING HARNESS WHICH RESULTED IN A SHORT CIRCUIT TO THE TRANSMISSION CHIP. THE V...

Aug 13, 2012 Engine 131,369 mi

CAR STALLS WHEN IT STOPS, SHUTTERING WHILE IT DRIVES, THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE SHOP TWICE KNOW. THE SECOND TIME IT WAS LEFT OUTSIDE THE AUTO SHOP AND IT RAINED OVER NIGHT. WHEN THE MECHANICS WENT TO START IT AND LOOK AT IT THEY NOTICED THERE WAS WATER DRIPPING OUT OF OUR ECM. THEY DID SOME RESEARCH A...

Aug 13, 2012 Power Train 131,369 mi

CAR STALLS WHEN IT STOPS, SHUTTERING WHILE IT DRIVES, THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE SHOP TWICE KNOW. THE SECOND TIME IT WAS LEFT OUTSIDE THE AUTO SHOP AND IT RAINED OVER NIGHT. WHEN THE MECHANICS WENT TO START IT AND LOOK AT IT THEY NOTICED THERE WAS WATER DRIPPING OUT OF OUR ECM. THEY DID SOME RESEARCH A...

Aug 13, 2012 Engine 131,369 mi

CAR STALLS WHEN IT STOPS, SHUTTERING WHILE IT DRIVES, THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE SHOP TWICE KNOW. THE SECOND TIME IT WAS LEFT OUTSIDE THE AUTO SHOP AND IT RAINED OVER NIGHT. WHEN THE MECHANICS WENT TO START IT AND LOOK AT IT THEY NOTICED THERE WAS WATER DRIPPING OUT OF OUR ECM. THEY DID SOME RESEARCH A...

Aug 13, 2012 Power Train 131,369 mi

CAR STALLS WHEN IT STOPS, SHUTTERING WHILE IT DRIVES, THE CAR HAS BEEN TO THE SHOP TWICE KNOW. THE SECOND TIME IT WAS LEFT OUTSIDE THE AUTO SHOP AND IT RAINED OVER NIGHT. WHEN THE MECHANICS WENT TO START IT AND LOOK AT IT THEY NOTICED THERE WAS WATER DRIPPING OUT OF OUR ECM. THEY DID SOME RESEARCH A...

Aug 7, 2012 Power Train 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT HAD RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAI...

Aug 7, 2012 Power Train 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT HAD RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAI...

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 650,000 mi

I WAS RUNNING SOME ERRANDS AND MY VAN WAS ACTING WIRED. IT SEEMED LIKE I ONLY HAD FIRST GEAR. I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP, FOUND OUT ABOUT THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL. TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. AT THE TIME THEY ALSO FOUND WATER IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE DID A FLUSH. IT HAS ONLY BEEN THREE MONTHS...

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 650,000 mi

I WAS RUNNING SOME ERRANDS AND MY VAN WAS ACTING WIRED. IT SEEMED LIKE I ONLY HAD FIRST GEAR. I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP, FOUND OUT ABOUT THE TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL. TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. AT THE TIME THEY ALSO FOUND WATER IN MY TRANSMISSION. THE DID A FLUSH. IT HAS ONLY BEEN THREE MONTHS...

Jul 30, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL 11S25/12V006000 *TGW THE CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE FAILURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER THAT FAILED PRIOR TO A RECALL BEING ISSUED.

Jul 30, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL 11S25/12V006000 *TGW THE CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE FAILURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER THAT FAILED PRIOR TO A RECALL BEING ISSUED.

Jul 26, 2012 Electrical System 102,000 mi

WAS STALLED OUT SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY AND FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT WOULD JUST STOP RESPONDING. IT ACTED MUCH LIKE A TRANSMISSION GOING OUT, BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. AFTER MULTIPLE TOWES AND TRIPS TO THE MECHANIC TO ATTEMPT GETTING THIS VEHICLE REPAIRED, IT WAS DETERMINED TH...

Jul 26, 2012 Power Train 102,000 mi

WAS STALLED OUT SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY AND FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT WOULD JUST STOP RESPONDING. IT ACTED MUCH LIKE A TRANSMISSION GOING OUT, BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. AFTER MULTIPLE TOWES AND TRIPS TO THE MECHANIC TO ATTEMPT GETTING THIS VEHICLE REPAIRED, IT WAS DETERMINED TH...

Jul 26, 2012 Electrical System 102,000 mi

WAS STALLED OUT SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY AND FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT WOULD JUST STOP RESPONDING. IT ACTED MUCH LIKE A TRANSMISSION GOING OUT, BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. AFTER MULTIPLE TOWES AND TRIPS TO THE MECHANIC TO ATTEMPT GETTING THIS VEHICLE REPAIRED, IT WAS DETERMINED TH...

Jul 26, 2012 Power Train 102,000 mi

WAS STALLED OUT SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY AND FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT WOULD JUST STOP RESPONDING. IT ACTED MUCH LIKE A TRANSMISSION GOING OUT, BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. AFTER MULTIPLE TOWES AND TRIPS TO THE MECHANIC TO ATTEMPT GETTING THIS VEHICLE REPAIRED, IT WAS DETERMINED TH...

Jul 24, 2012 Power Train

FORD RECALL SAFETY NOTICE 11S25/NHTSA RECALL 12V-006. RECEIVED LETTER DATED MARCH 2012 FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE THE SECOND QUARTER, AS OF TODAY, JULY 24, 2012 WE HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING FROM FORD ABOUT THE PARTS BEING AVAILABLE. *TR

Jul 24, 2012 Power Train

FORD RECALL SAFETY NOTICE 11S25/NHTSA RECALL 12V-006. RECEIVED LETTER DATED MARCH 2012 FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE THE SECOND QUARTER, AS OF TODAY, JULY 24, 2012 WE HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING FROM FORD ABOUT THE PARTS BEING AVAILABLE. *TR

Jul 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 1 mi

THE CAR LOST POWER AS I WAS TRYING TO DRIVE IT. IT TOOK SEVERAL SECONDS TO GO FROM 0 TO 20MPH. THIS IS EVERY DAY. ONCE IT GETS TO 20MPH THE CAR DRIVES NORMALLY. ALSO SOMETIMES THE CAR WONT MOVE WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE TO PUT IT BACK IN PARK, AND THEN IN DRIVE OR REVERSE FOR IT TO M...

Jul 20, 2012 Power Train 1 mi

THE CAR LOST POWER AS I WAS TRYING TO DRIVE IT. IT TOOK SEVERAL SECONDS TO GO FROM 0 TO 20MPH. THIS IS EVERY DAY. ONCE IT GETS TO 20MPH THE CAR DRIVES NORMALLY. ALSO SOMETIMES THE CAR WONT MOVE WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE TO PUT IT BACK IN PARK, AND THEN IN DRIVE OR REVERSE FOR IT TO M...

Jul 20, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 1 mi

THE CAR LOST POWER AS I WAS TRYING TO DRIVE IT. IT TOOK SEVERAL SECONDS TO GO FROM 0 TO 20MPH. THIS IS EVERY DAY. ONCE IT GETS TO 20MPH THE CAR DRIVES NORMALLY. ALSO SOMETIMES THE CAR WONT MOVE WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE TO PUT IT BACK IN PARK, AND THEN IN DRIVE OR REVERSE FOR IT TO M...

Jul 20, 2012 Power Train 1 mi

THE CAR LOST POWER AS I WAS TRYING TO DRIVE IT. IT TOOK SEVERAL SECONDS TO GO FROM 0 TO 20MPH. THIS IS EVERY DAY. ONCE IT GETS TO 20MPH THE CAR DRIVES NORMALLY. ALSO SOMETIMES THE CAR WONT MOVE WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE TO PUT IT BACK IN PARK, AND THEN IN DRIVE OR REVERSE FOR IT TO M...

Jul 14, 2012 Power Train

THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO COMPLAINT #10465607 FILED YESTERDAY. I WAS INFORMED TODAY BY MY DEALER, HERLONG FORD IN EDGEFIELD, SC, THAT IT IS TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT TELL IF THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE IS DUE TO THE RECALLED PART UNLESS THEY TEAR THE TRANSMISSION DOWN CO...

Jul 14, 2012 Power Train

THIS IS AN AMENDMENT TO COMPLAINT #10465607 FILED YESTERDAY. I WAS INFORMED TODAY BY MY DEALER, HERLONG FORD IN EDGEFIELD, SC, THAT IT IS TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT TELL IF THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE IS DUE TO THE RECALLED PART UNLESS THEY TEAR THE TRANSMISSION DOWN CO...

Jul 13, 2012 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING MY TRANSMISSION IS STICKING AND JERKING. AFTER IT DOES THAT IT SHUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WASN'T THE RECALLED PART AND IT COST ME $800.00 TO REPAIR. EVER SINCE THEN IT HAS STILL BEEN HAVING LITTLE JERKING AND STI...

Jul 13, 2012 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING MY TRANSMISSION IS STICKING AND JERKING. AFTER IT DOES THAT IT SHUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WASN'T THE RECALLED PART AND IT COST ME $800.00 TO REPAIR. EVER SINCE THEN IT HAS STILL BEEN HAVING LITTLE JERKING AND STI...

Jul 11, 2012 Power Train 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO HESITATE IN A JERKING MOTION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE FAILURE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THERE WAS RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER...

Jul 11, 2012 Power Train 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO HESITATE IN A JERKING MOTION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE FAILURE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THERE WAS RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER...

Jul 10, 2012 Power Train 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER). AFTER THE REPAIR, THE DEALER ONLY REPLACED FIVE QUARTS OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID INST...

Jul 10, 2012 Power Train 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER). AFTER THE REPAIR, THE DEALER ONLY REPLACED FIVE QUARTS OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID INST...

Jul 8, 2012 Power Train 82,000 mi

I HAD GOTTEN A LETTER FROM FORD MOTOR CO. STATING THEY WERE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TORK CONVERTER AND TRANSMISSIONS ON MY MODEL CAR. I LIVE 160 MILES FROM A FORD DEALER, BUT I WAS GOING INTO TOWN TO SHOP SO THOUGHT I WOULD STOP IN AT KENDALL FORD AND TALK TO THEM ABOUT IT. THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT I ...

Jul 8, 2012 Power Train 82,000 mi

I HAD GOTTEN A LETTER FROM FORD MOTOR CO. STATING THEY WERE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TORK CONVERTER AND TRANSMISSIONS ON MY MODEL CAR. I LIVE 160 MILES FROM A FORD DEALER, BUT I WAS GOING INTO TOWN TO SHOP SO THOUGHT I WOULD STOP IN AT KENDALL FORD AND TALK TO THEM ABOUT IT. THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT I ...

Jul 7, 2012 Electrical System 113,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING 45 MPH IN A HEAVY RAIN WHEN MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. I STARTED TO PULL OVER, BUT LIGHT WENT OFF AND ENGINE RAN FINE. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF RAIN ENGINE WOULD HESITATE IN ACCELERATION AND WOULD FEEL LIKE IT WAS MISSING. IT BEGAN ONLY OCCASIONAL...

Jul 7, 2012 Engine 113,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING 45 MPH IN A HEAVY RAIN WHEN MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. I STARTED TO PULL OVER, BUT LIGHT WENT OFF AND ENGINE RAN FINE. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF RAIN ENGINE WOULD HESITATE IN ACCELERATION AND WOULD FEEL LIKE IT WAS MISSING. IT BEGAN ONLY OCCASIONAL...

Jul 7, 2012 Electrical System 113,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING 45 MPH IN A HEAVY RAIN WHEN MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. I STARTED TO PULL OVER, BUT LIGHT WENT OFF AND ENGINE RAN FINE. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF RAIN ENGINE WOULD HESITATE IN ACCELERATION AND WOULD FEEL LIKE IT WAS MISSING. IT BEGAN ONLY OCCASIONAL...

Jul 7, 2012 Engine 113,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING 45 MPH IN A HEAVY RAIN WHEN MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. I STARTED TO PULL OVER, BUT LIGHT WENT OFF AND ENGINE RAN FINE. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF RAIN ENGINE WOULD HESITATE IN ACCELERATION AND WOULD FEEL LIKE IT WAS MISSING. IT BEGAN ONLY OCCASIONAL...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine 47,395 mi

AFTER DRIVING IN OR AFTER A HARD RAIN, THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE RUNS VERY ROUGH AND OFTEN STOPS. HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 55MPH. COWL WAS REMOVED AT DEALERSHIP TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION IN OCT2010, BUT SAME PROBLEM STARTED HAPPENING AGAIN IN 2012... *TR

Jul 5, 2012 Electrical System 47,395 mi

AFTER DRIVING IN OR AFTER A HARD RAIN, THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE RUNS VERY ROUGH AND OFTEN STOPS. HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 55MPH. COWL WAS REMOVED AT DEALERSHIP TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION IN OCT2010, BUT SAME PROBLEM STARTED HAPPENING AGAIN IN 2012... *TR

Jul 5, 2012 Engine 47,395 mi

AFTER DRIVING IN OR AFTER A HARD RAIN, THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE RUNS VERY ROUGH AND OFTEN STOPS. HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 55MPH. COWL WAS REMOVED AT DEALERSHIP TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION IN OCT2010, BUT SAME PROBLEM STARTED HAPPENING AGAIN IN 2012... *TR

Jul 5, 2012 Electrical System 47,395 mi

AFTER DRIVING IN OR AFTER A HARD RAIN, THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE RUNS VERY ROUGH AND OFTEN STOPS. HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 55MPH. COWL WAS REMOVED AT DEALERSHIP TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION IN OCT2010, BUT SAME PROBLEM STARTED HAPPENING AGAIN IN 2012... *TR

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING IDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Jul 3, 2012 Power Train 102,586 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: TORQUE CONVERTER) AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE BELIEVED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTOR THAT WAS REPLACED ...

Jul 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY LUNGED FORWARD WHILE SITTING IDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...

Jul 3, 2012 Power Train 102,586 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000 (POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: TORQUE CONVERTER) AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE BELIEVED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTOR THAT WAS REPLACED ...

Jun 29, 2012 Structure

THE ANCHOR PLATE THAT HOUSES THE LATCH FOR THE THIRD ROW SEATS RUSTED OUT AND COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE PLATE IS HOUSED IN THE REAR LEFT TIRE HUB. THERE IS SUBSEQUENTLY NO WAY TO USE THE THIRD ROW SEATS AND A LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL OF THE VEHICLE THAT IS OPEN TO THE OUTSIDE. IT IS EX...

Jun 29, 2012 Structure

THE ANCHOR PLATE THAT HOUSES THE LATCH FOR THE THIRD ROW SEATS RUSTED OUT AND COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE PLATE IS HOUSED IN THE REAR LEFT TIRE HUB. THERE IS SUBSEQUENTLY NO WAY TO USE THE THIRD ROW SEATS AND A LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL OF THE VEHICLE THAT IS OPEN TO THE OUTSIDE. IT IS EX...

Jun 23, 2012 Electrical System 128,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY FREESTAR HOME, PULLING INTO MY COMPLEX WHEN THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON, THEN A SECOND LATER THE BRAKE LIGHT, THEN ALL THE POWER TO THE VAN WAS LOST. I HAD NO CONTROL, THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT OUT, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, I HAD TO RUB THE VAN UP AGAINST THE CURB TO STOP IT. WHEN...

Jun 23, 2012 Engine 128,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY FREESTAR HOME, PULLING INTO MY COMPLEX WHEN THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON, THEN A SECOND LATER THE BRAKE LIGHT, THEN ALL THE POWER TO THE VAN WAS LOST. I HAD NO CONTROL, THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT OUT, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, I HAD TO RUB THE VAN UP AGAINST THE CURB TO STOP IT. WHEN...

Jun 23, 2012 Electrical System 128,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY FREESTAR HOME, PULLING INTO MY COMPLEX WHEN THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON, THEN A SECOND LATER THE BRAKE LIGHT, THEN ALL THE POWER TO THE VAN WAS LOST. I HAD NO CONTROL, THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT OUT, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, I HAD TO RUB THE VAN UP AGAINST THE CURB TO STOP IT. WHEN...

Jun 23, 2012 Engine 128,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY FREESTAR HOME, PULLING INTO MY COMPLEX WHEN THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON, THEN A SECOND LATER THE BRAKE LIGHT, THEN ALL THE POWER TO THE VAN WAS LOST. I HAD NO CONTROL, THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT OUT, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, I HAD TO RUB THE VAN UP AGAINST THE CURB TO STOP IT. WHEN...

Jun 22, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

WHILE ON MAIN HIGHWAY TRAVELING 55 MPH TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT WHEN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE NOTHING HAPPENED, MAKING FOR A VERY HAZARDOUS CONDITION. FORD WAS NOTIFIED OF RECALL AND SENT LETTER IN MARCH 2012, SAYING CONDITION WOULD BE COMPLETED BY END OF 2ND QUARTER OF 20...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 104,000 mi

WHILE ON MAIN HIGHWAY TRAVELING 55 MPH TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT WHEN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE NOTHING HAPPENED, MAKING FOR A VERY HAZARDOUS CONDITION. FORD WAS NOTIFIED OF RECALL AND SENT LETTER IN MARCH 2012, SAYING CONDITION WOULD BE COMPLETED BY END OF 2ND QUARTER OF 20...

Jun 22, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

WHILE ON MAIN HIGHWAY TRAVELING 55 MPH TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT WHEN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE NOTHING HAPPENED, MAKING FOR A VERY HAZARDOUS CONDITION. FORD WAS NOTIFIED OF RECALL AND SENT LETTER IN MARCH 2012, SAYING CONDITION WOULD BE COMPLETED BY END OF 2ND QUARTER OF 20...

Jun 22, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 104,000 mi

WHILE ON MAIN HIGHWAY TRAVELING 55 MPH TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT WHEN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE NOTHING HAPPENED, MAKING FOR A VERY HAZARDOUS CONDITION. FORD WAS NOTIFIED OF RECALL AND SENT LETTER IN MARCH 2012, SAYING CONDITION WOULD BE COMPLETED BY END OF 2ND QUARTER OF 20...

Jun 20, 2012 Power Train 90,100 mi

WAS STOPPED AT STOP SIGN GAVE IT GAS TO TURN LEFT LOSS POWER ENGINE WAS RUNNING. ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WAS ABLE TO COAST DOWN HILL NO POWER IN TRANSMISSION. CHECKED FLUID OK. TRIED TO PUT IN REVERSE AND DRIVE NOTHING PUSHED TO SIDE OF ROAD. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. *JS

Jun 20, 2012 Power Train 90,100 mi

WAS STOPPED AT STOP SIGN GAVE IT GAS TO TURN LEFT LOSS POWER ENGINE WAS RUNNING. ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WAS ABLE TO COAST DOWN HILL NO POWER IN TRANSMISSION. CHECKED FLUID OK. TRIED TO PUT IN REVERSE AND DRIVE NOTHING PUSHED TO SIDE OF ROAD. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. *JS

Jun 15, 2012 Power Train

LAST MAY I HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY FORD FREESTAR 2005 WHEN I WAS LEAVING A HIGHWAY, I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THEN ACCELERATED, ONLY TO HEAR THE ENGINE ACCELERATING BUT THE CAR STAYING STILL. IN MARCH 2012 I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD COMPANY, WHERE I WAS INFORMED OF A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S...

Jun 15, 2012 Power Train

LAST MAY I HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY FORD FREESTAR 2005 WHEN I WAS LEAVING A HIGHWAY, I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THEN ACCELERATED, ONLY TO HEAR THE ENGINE ACCELERATING BUT THE CAR STAYING STILL. IN MARCH 2012 I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD COMPANY, WHERE I WAS INFORMED OF A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S...

Jun 8, 2012 Seats

THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL IS RUSTING OUT AND THE FRONT MOUNT OF THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS DETACHING FROM THE BODY. *JS

Jun 8, 2012 Structure

THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL IS RUSTING OUT AND THE FRONT MOUNT OF THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS DETACHING FROM THE BODY. *JS

Jun 8, 2012 Seats

THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL IS RUSTING OUT AND THE FRONT MOUNT OF THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS DETACHING FROM THE BODY. *JS

Jun 8, 2012 Structure

THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL IS RUSTING OUT AND THE FRONT MOUNT OF THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS DETACHING FROM THE BODY. *JS

May 26, 2012 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR CALIPER FROZE AND WORE OUT THE BRAKE AND ROTOR. THEN IN 2012 THE LEFT REAR CALIPER FROZE AND WORE OUT BRAKE AND ROTOR. AS WELL AS THE RIGHT REAR CALIPER. *TR

May 26, 2012 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR CALIPER FROZE AND WORE OUT THE BRAKE AND ROTOR. THEN IN 2012 THE LEFT REAR CALIPER FROZE AND WORE OUT BRAKE AND ROTOR. AS WELL AS THE RIGHT REAR CALIPER. *TR

May 18, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER, THE BANNER KIT, AND VARIOUS OTHER COMPONENTS. THE TORQUE CONVER...

May 18, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER, THE BANNER KIT, AND VARIOUS OTHER COMPONENTS. THE TORQUE CONVER...

May 14, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 49...

May 14, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 49...

May 14, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 49...

May 14, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 49...

May 5, 2012 Electrical System 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

May 5, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

May 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

May 5, 2012 Electrical System 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

May 5, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

May 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY. THE FREESTARS DASH LIGHTS LITE UP AND WENT BACK OFF. AC CUT OFF THEN EVERYTHING STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE FREESTAR DIED AT 65. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. AGAIN ON MAY 5 2012 THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND THE AC STARTED TO...

Apr 30, 2012 Power Train 83,000 mi

VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER ON I 95 IN SC DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER. IT WAS TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP, WE RENTED A CAR TO DRIVE HOME TO NC, OVER 350 MILES AWAY. FINALLY AFTER 5 WEEKS, OUR VEHICLE IS NOW READY TO BE PICKED UP. HOWEVER, IT NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION, DUE TO METAL FLAKES IN THE TRANSMISSION....

Apr 30, 2012 Power Train 83,000 mi

VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER ON I 95 IN SC DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER. IT WAS TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP, WE RENTED A CAR TO DRIVE HOME TO NC, OVER 350 MILES AWAY. FINALLY AFTER 5 WEEKS, OUR VEHICLE IS NOW READY TO BE PICKED UP. HOWEVER, IT NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION, DUE TO METAL FLAKES IN THE TRANSMISSION....

Apr 25, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

ABS WARNING LAMP COMES ON, AS WELL AS THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP, SPEEDOMETER FAILS TO REGISTER.......WAS TOLD AT LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT PCM/ CLUSTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $800-$1200... *TR ..WHEN PROBLEM BEGAN WOULD DO THIS UPON CRANKING, AND HAS GOTTEN TO THE PO...

Apr 25, 2012 Power Train 70,000 mi

ABS WARNING LAMP COMES ON, AS WELL AS THE POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP, SPEEDOMETER FAILS TO REGISTER.......WAS TOLD AT LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP THAT PCM/ CLUSTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $800-$1200... *TR ..WHEN PROBLEM BEGAN WOULD DO THIS UPON CRANKING, AND HAS GOTTEN TO THE PO...

Apr 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Electrical System 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 69,087 mi

VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A RESIDENTIAL AREA GOING UP A HILL. I WAS ABLE TO COAST BACKWARDS INTO A PARKING POSITION -- VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED AND TRANSMISSION REPLACED. *TR

Apr 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Electrical System 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 102,340 mi

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL SUDDENLY LOSE ALL FORWARD MOMENTUM AND DRIFT MOMENTARILY UNTIL IT WILL JUST AS SUDDENLY RESUME FORWARD MOMENTUM AND CONTINUE LIKE NORMAL. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE RPMS DROP OFF LIKE THE VEHICLE IS STALLING OR FUEL STARVED (HOWEVER IT HAS NO HESITATION LIKE ITS R...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 69,087 mi

VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A RESIDENTIAL AREA GOING UP A HILL. I WAS ABLE TO COAST BACKWARDS INTO A PARKING POSITION -- VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED AND TRANSMISSION REPLACED. *TR

Apr 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY 2012 I WENT TO FOR CHECK ENGINE LET THEY SAID IT WAS ERG VALUE. I FIX. THEN IN APRIL 14TH I WAS DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY AND MY VAN LOST ACCELERATION POWER I PUT HAZARDS ON AND MANAGE TO GET TO OTHER SIDE OF FREEWAY. MY CAR WOULD START BUT WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. I HAD TO THEN G...

Apr 15, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 109,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY 2012 I WENT TO FOR CHECK ENGINE LET THEY SAID IT WAS ERG VALUE. I FIX. THEN IN APRIL 14TH I WAS DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY AND MY VAN LOST ACCELERATION POWER I PUT HAZARDS ON AND MANAGE TO GET TO OTHER SIDE OF FREEWAY. MY CAR WOULD START BUT WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. I HAD TO THEN G...

Apr 15, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 109,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY 2012 I WENT TO FOR CHECK ENGINE LET THEY SAID IT WAS ERG VALUE. I FIX. THEN IN APRIL 14TH I WAS DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY AND MY VAN LOST ACCELERATION POWER I PUT HAZARDS ON AND MANAGE TO GET TO OTHER SIDE OF FREEWAY. MY CAR WOULD START BUT WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. I HAD TO THEN G...

Apr 15, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 109,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY 2012 I WENT TO FOR CHECK ENGINE LET THEY SAID IT WAS ERG VALUE. I FIX. THEN IN APRIL 14TH I WAS DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY AND MY VAN LOST ACCELERATION POWER I PUT HAZARDS ON AND MANAGE TO GET TO OTHER SIDE OF FREEWAY. MY CAR WOULD START BUT WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. I HAD TO THEN G...

Apr 13, 2012 Power Train 89,000 mi

THE VEHICLE FIRST LOST POWER AT 50 MPH BEGINNING 12/12/2011. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ABOVE 50 MPH. TWO MECHANICS CHECKED THE VEHICLE AND SUSPECTED A TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM OR AN IGNITION SYSTEM COIL FIRING PROBLEM. THERE WAS NO OTHER INDICATION OF A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM SO I ...

Apr 13, 2012 Power Train 89,000 mi

THE VEHICLE FIRST LOST POWER AT 50 MPH BEGINNING 12/12/2011. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ABOVE 50 MPH. TWO MECHANICS CHECKED THE VEHICLE AND SUSPECTED A TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM OR AN IGNITION SYSTEM COIL FIRING PROBLEM. THERE WAS NO OTHER INDICATION OF A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM SO I ...

Apr 12, 2012 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE EMITTED A LOUD NOISE. A LOCAL MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA...

Apr 12, 2012 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE EMITTED A LOUD NOISE. A LOCAL MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA...

Apr 8, 2012 Power Train 83,000 mi

ON APR 2, MY HUSBAND AND I WERE RETURNING FROM FL TO OUR HOME IN NC. APPROX. 26 MILES INTO SC HEADING N ON I 95 OUR VAN LOST FORWARD POWER. WE WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER, GET A TOW TRUCK AND HAVE THE VAN DELIVERED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. WE RENTED A CAR TO GET HOME (350 MILES AWAY). WE HAD...

Apr 8, 2012 Power Train 83,000 mi

ON APR 2, MY HUSBAND AND I WERE RETURNING FROM FL TO OUR HOME IN NC. APPROX. 26 MILES INTO SC HEADING N ON I 95 OUR VAN LOST FORWARD POWER. WE WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER, GET A TOW TRUCK AND HAVE THE VAN DELIVERED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. WE RENTED A CAR TO GET HOME (350 MILES AWAY). WE HAD...

Apr 4, 2012 Power Train 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000. THE CONTACT WAS THEN INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED BECAUSE THE PARTS NEEDED FOR REPAIRS WERE NOT READILY ...

Apr 4, 2012 Power Train 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V006000. THE CONTACT WAS THEN INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED BECAUSE THE PARTS NEEDED FOR REPAIRS WERE NOT READILY ...

Apr 2, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Apr 2, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Apr 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Apr 2, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Apr 2, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Apr 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 127,305 mi

I JUST RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 11S25 / NHTSA RECALL 12V-006 EVERYTIME I DRIVE MY VAN IT DOES NOT SEEM TO WANT TO ACCELERATE OR MAINTAIN SPEED. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANIC AND I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE A NEW EGR VALVE PUT ON, SO I DID. THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND I WAS TO...

Mar 28, 2012 Power Train 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 28, 2012 Steering 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 28, 2012 Electrical System 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 28, 2012 Power Train 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 28, 2012 Steering 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 28, 2012 Electrical System 51,379 mi

ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 I NOTICED THAT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WAS HESITATING WHEN I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO MY FINAL DESTINATION, A LOCAL SUPERMARKET, WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD TELL THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SHIFTING GEARS AS SMOOTHLY AS I WAS ACCUSTOMED TO. O...

Mar 23, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE BROKE DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY RELATED TO TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL ISSUES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CUT OFF AND PROCEEDED TO COAST. SHE MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE DEALE...

Mar 23, 2012 Power Train 71,900 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 30MPH THEN THE RPM'S WENT UP TO 5000 LET OFF GAS RPM SLOWLEY WENT DOWN..2ND TIME IT HAPPENED TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR "FIXED" IT...THE 3RD TIME WAS GOING THREW AN INTERSECTION DIED ON ME IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION ALMOST GOT SMASHED BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH MY KIDS IN ...

Mar 23, 2012 Electrical System 71,900 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 30MPH THEN THE RPM'S WENT UP TO 5000 LET OFF GAS RPM SLOWLEY WENT DOWN..2ND TIME IT HAPPENED TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR "FIXED" IT...THE 3RD TIME WAS GOING THREW AN INTERSECTION DIED ON ME IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION ALMOST GOT SMASHED BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH MY KIDS IN ...

Mar 23, 2012 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE BROKE DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY RELATED TO TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER RECALL ISSUES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CUT OFF AND PROCEEDED TO COAST. SHE MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE DEALE...

Mar 23, 2012 Power Train 71,900 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 30MPH THEN THE RPM'S WENT UP TO 5000 LET OFF GAS RPM SLOWLEY WENT DOWN..2ND TIME IT HAPPENED TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR "FIXED" IT...THE 3RD TIME WAS GOING THREW AN INTERSECTION DIED ON ME IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION ALMOST GOT SMASHED BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH MY KIDS IN ...

Mar 23, 2012 Electrical System 71,900 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 30MPH THEN THE RPM'S WENT UP TO 5000 LET OFF GAS RPM SLOWLEY WENT DOWN..2ND TIME IT HAPPENED TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR "FIXED" IT...THE 3RD TIME WAS GOING THREW AN INTERSECTION DIED ON ME IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION ALMOST GOT SMASHED BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH MY KIDS IN ...

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE WHEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT, LOSING THE ABILITY TO MAINTAIN ANY SPEED. TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT AND TRANSMISSION AS WELL. NOW FORD ONLY WANTS TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 59,983 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN THAT JUST TURNED 59,983 MILES ON IT. HAVE HAD NOT ISSUES WITH TRANSMISSION AND IT HAD BEEN DRIVING JUST FINE. DROVE IT ALL DAY SATURDAY WITH NO ISSUES - THEN ON SUNDAY MORNING, WHEN I WENT TO TAKE MY DAUGHTER TO WORK THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN ENGAGING IT IN RE...

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE WHEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT, LOSING THE ABILITY TO MAINTAIN ANY SPEED. TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT AND TRANSMISSION AS WELL. NOW FORD ONLY WANTS TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 59,983 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN THAT JUST TURNED 59,983 MILES ON IT. HAVE HAD NOT ISSUES WITH TRANSMISSION AND IT HAD BEEN DRIVING JUST FINE. DROVE IT ALL DAY SATURDAY WITH NO ISSUES - THEN ON SUNDAY MORNING, WHEN I WENT TO TAKE MY DAUGHTER TO WORK THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN ENGAGING IT IN RE...

Mar 21, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON A TWO HOUR TRIP AND EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN BUT BRIEF LOSS OF ACCELERATION, SPEED IMMEDIATELY DROPPED BY 15 MPH, WHICH WAS ACCOMPANIED BY A SEVERE JERK. THE OCCURRED TWO MORE TIMES DURING THE TRIP AT HIGH SPEEDS AND SUBSEQUENTLY CONTINUED TO OCCUR THE FOLLOWING DAYS DUR...

Mar 21, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON A TWO HOUR TRIP AND EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN BUT BRIEF LOSS OF ACCELERATION, SPEED IMMEDIATELY DROPPED BY 15 MPH, WHICH WAS ACCOMPANIED BY A SEVERE JERK. THE OCCURRED TWO MORE TIMES DURING THE TRIP AT HIGH SPEEDS AND SUBSEQUENTLY CONTINUED TO OCCUR THE FOLLOWING DAYS DUR...

Mar 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 121,020 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR.THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CAM SHAFT SENSOR AND THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS ENTERING THE SYSTEM AND CAUSING THE FAILURE. DURING THE MOST RECENT FAILURE, THE DEALER TRIED SEALING THE AREA AROUND THE ...

Mar 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 121,020 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR.THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CAM SHAFT SENSOR AND THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS ENTERING THE SYSTEM AND CAUSING THE FAILURE. DURING THE MOST RECENT FAILURE, THE DEALER TRIED SEALING THE AREA AROUND THE ...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

WHILE BEEN STOP WAITING IN A RED LIGHT THE MOTOR FEELS LIKE ACCELERATED (RPM INCREASE TOO HIGH BY ITSELF) THEN REDUCED TO NORMAL AND THEN (WHEN LIGHT TURNS GREEN) THE CAR DO NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR. THE CAR DO NOT MOVE, DO NOT REACT TO THE PEDAL. YOU CAN SELECT REVERSE, DRIVE L1, L2 OR ANY OTHE...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 72,656 mi

I STARTED MY VAN AND TRIED TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPOT AND IT WOULD NOT GO ANYWHERE. I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, SAT FOR ABOUT 5 MIN AND THEN TRIED AGAIN. THIS TIME IT BACKED UP, I WAS ABLE TO PULL UP TO THE STREET AND WHEN I WENT TO PULL OUT, IT SPUTTERED AND STALLED. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSI...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

WHILE BEEN STOP WAITING IN A RED LIGHT THE MOTOR FEELS LIKE ACCELERATED (RPM INCREASE TOO HIGH BY ITSELF) THEN REDUCED TO NORMAL AND THEN (WHEN LIGHT TURNS GREEN) THE CAR DO NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR. THE CAR DO NOT MOVE, DO NOT REACT TO THE PEDAL. YOU CAN SELECT REVERSE, DRIVE L1, L2 OR ANY OTHE...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 72,656 mi

I STARTED MY VAN AND TRIED TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPOT AND IT WOULD NOT GO ANYWHERE. I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, SAT FOR ABOUT 5 MIN AND THEN TRIED AGAIN. THIS TIME IT BACKED UP, I WAS ABLE TO PULL UP TO THE STREET AND WHEN I WENT TO PULL OUT, IT SPUTTERED AND STALLED. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSI...

Mar 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

THE CAR JUMPS. WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. NO GAS APPLIED. HAPPENING MORE AND MORE NOW. ASK FORD TO LOOK AT IT THEY DID NOTHING. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Electrical System 21,223 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS DIED ON ME NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY OR AROUND TOWN DRIVING. IT HAS BEEN VERY SCARY AND A MIRACLE WE WEREN'T KILLED. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IN 2006. THE FORD DEALER HAD NO IDEA WHAT IT WAS, FINALLY DISCOVERED IT WAS HAPPENING IN COLD WEATHER, MOIST AIR OR RA...

Mar 18, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

THE CAR JUMPS. WHEN PUT IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. NO GAS APPLIED. HAPPENING MORE AND MORE NOW. ASK FORD TO LOOK AT IT THEY DID NOTHING. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Electrical System 21,223 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS DIED ON ME NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY OR AROUND TOWN DRIVING. IT HAS BEEN VERY SCARY AND A MIRACLE WE WEREN'T KILLED. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IN 2006. THE FORD DEALER HAD NO IDEA WHAT IT WAS, FINALLY DISCOVERED IT WAS HAPPENING IN COLD WEATHER, MOIST AIR OR RA...

Mar 15, 2012 Electrical System 141,000 mi

PCM FAILURE MOISTURE GETS INTO PCM BECAUSE OF DESIGN FLAW AND CAUSES ELECTRICAL SHORTS AND VEHICLE JERKS AND CUTS OUT. LOSES POWER. *TR

Mar 15, 2012 Electrical System 141,000 mi

PCM FAILURE MOISTURE GETS INTO PCM BECAUSE OF DESIGN FLAW AND CAUSES ELECTRICAL SHORTS AND VEHICLE JERKS AND CUTS OUT. LOSES POWER. *TR

Mar 13, 2012 Seats 49,000 mi

SUPPORT BARS IN DRIVER'S SEAT STARTED COMING THROUGH CUSHION & JABBING DRIVER IN THE BACK. VEHICLE HAS 49,000 MILES ON IT. ONLY ABLE TO DRIVE VEHICLE FOR APPROX. 15 MINUTES AT A TIME DUE TO THE DISCOMFORT FROM THE SUPPORT BARS. *TR

Mar 13, 2012 Seats 49,000 mi

SUPPORT BARS IN DRIVER'S SEAT STARTED COMING THROUGH CUSHION & JABBING DRIVER IN THE BACK. VEHICLE HAS 49,000 MILES ON IT. ONLY ABLE TO DRIVE VEHICLE FOR APPROX. 15 MINUTES AT A TIME DUE TO THE DISCOMFORT FROM THE SUPPORT BARS. *TR

Mar 12, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,868 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM THE GAS STATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE WERE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AT THE TIME. WE WERE AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION SO WE HAD TO GET OUT OF THE WAY QUICKLY BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. ANY GEAR FOR THAT MATTER. WE PUSHED THE VAN OUT OF THE WAY...

Mar 12, 2012 Power Train 114,868 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM THE GAS STATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE WERE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AT THE TIME. WE WERE AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION SO WE HAD TO GET OUT OF THE WAY QUICKLY BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. ANY GEAR FOR THAT MATTER. WE PUSHED THE VAN OUT OF THE WAY...

Mar 12, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 114,868 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM THE GAS STATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE WERE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AT THE TIME. WE WERE AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION SO WE HAD TO GET OUT OF THE WAY QUICKLY BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. ANY GEAR FOR THAT MATTER. WE PUSHED THE VAN OUT OF THE WAY...

Mar 12, 2012 Power Train 114,868 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM THE GAS STATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE WERE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AT THE TIME. WE WERE AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION SO WE HAD TO GET OUT OF THE WAY QUICKLY BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. ANY GEAR FOR THAT MATTER. WE PUSHED THE VAN OUT OF THE WAY...

Mar 5, 2012 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND DECELERATE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ...

Mar 5, 2012 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND DECELERATE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ...

Feb 29, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 190,000 mi

DRIVING TO FLORIDA ON I-75, SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, COASTED OFF THE HIGHWAY. HAD TO BE TOWED AND IT COST ME 1200.00 TO GET FIXED. I HAVE THE RECEIPT FOR WORK DONE. *TR

Feb 29, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 190,000 mi

DRIVING TO FLORIDA ON I-75, SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, COASTED OFF THE HIGHWAY. HAD TO BE TOWED AND IT COST ME 1200.00 TO GET FIXED. I HAVE THE RECEIPT FOR WORK DONE. *TR

Feb 28, 2012 Power Train 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED TWICE BY THE DEALER FOR A RECURRING FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE AGAIN AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OF DRIVE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: ...

Feb 28, 2012 Power Train 81,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED TWICE BY THE DEALER FOR A RECURRING FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE AGAIN AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OF DRIVE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: ...

Feb 22, 2012 Power Train

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED OUT ONTO A BUSY STREET, AT AN INTERSECTION AND A HIGHWAY AND AS I GOT READY TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THERE WERE CARS BLOWING AND A KIND POLICE OFFICER CAME UP TO THE CAR AND ASKED US WHAT WAS GOING ON. AS WE EXPLAINED, HE TOLD US THAT HE WOULD PUSH...

Feb 22, 2012 Power Train

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED OUT ONTO A BUSY STREET, AT AN INTERSECTION AND A HIGHWAY AND AS I GOT READY TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THERE WERE CARS BLOWING AND A KIND POLICE OFFICER CAME UP TO THE CAR AND ASKED US WHAT WAS GOING ON. AS WE EXPLAINED, HE TOLD US THAT HE WOULD PUSH...

Feb 20, 2012 Electrical System 48,424 mi

VAN STARTED ACTING LIKE THE KEY WAS BEING TURNED OFF AND ON. MISFIRE WAS SO BAD THAT VAN WAS LIKE RIDING A BUCKING BRONCO. PULLED TO THE SIDE SEVERAL TIMES AS I THOUGHT WE WOULD NOT MAKE IT HOME. GOT HOME FROM SUNDAY DINER AND TOOK TO LOCAL DEALER THE NEXT DAY ON 6/20/11. INSTALLED 1F1Z 6B288 BA SEN...

Feb 20, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 48,424 mi

VAN STARTED ACTING LIKE THE KEY WAS BEING TURNED OFF AND ON. MISFIRE WAS SO BAD THAT VAN WAS LIKE RIDING A BUCKING BRONCO. PULLED TO THE SIDE SEVERAL TIMES AS I THOUGHT WE WOULD NOT MAKE IT HOME. GOT HOME FROM SUNDAY DINER AND TOOK TO LOCAL DEALER THE NEXT DAY ON 6/20/11. INSTALLED 1F1Z 6B288 BA SEN...

Feb 20, 2012 Electrical System 48,424 mi

VAN STARTED ACTING LIKE THE KEY WAS BEING TURNED OFF AND ON. MISFIRE WAS SO BAD THAT VAN WAS LIKE RIDING A BUCKING BRONCO. PULLED TO THE SIDE SEVERAL TIMES AS I THOUGHT WE WOULD NOT MAKE IT HOME. GOT HOME FROM SUNDAY DINER AND TOOK TO LOCAL DEALER THE NEXT DAY ON 6/20/11. INSTALLED 1F1Z 6B288 BA SEN...

Feb 20, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 48,424 mi

VAN STARTED ACTING LIKE THE KEY WAS BEING TURNED OFF AND ON. MISFIRE WAS SO BAD THAT VAN WAS LIKE RIDING A BUCKING BRONCO. PULLED TO THE SIDE SEVERAL TIMES AS I THOUGHT WE WOULD NOT MAKE IT HOME. GOT HOME FROM SUNDAY DINER AND TOOK TO LOCAL DEALER THE NEXT DAY ON 6/20/11. INSTALLED 1F1Z 6B288 BA SEN...

Feb 19, 2012 Power Train 99,000 mi

STOPPED AT STOP SIGN,TRIED TO GO. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO, NOW HAVE NO GEARS FOWARD OR REVERSE ,LOST POWER WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Feb 19, 2012 Power Train 99,000 mi

STOPPED AT STOP SIGN,TRIED TO GO. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO, NOW HAVE NO GEARS FOWARD OR REVERSE ,LOST POWER WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Feb 18, 2012 Power Train 116,000 mi

LOST ALL POWER TO WHEELS, ENGINE RUNS FINE, NO WARNING NOISES ETC. NO TRANSMISSION NOISE/ FLUID LIKE NEW. MORE THAN LIKELY THE TORQUE CONVERTER SHAFT FAILED... I AM A CERTIFIED FAA AIRCRAFT MECHANIC & HAVE PERFORMED ALL ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THIS VAN SINCE NEW. ALMOST REAR ENDED BY SEMI TR...

Feb 18, 2012 Power Train 116,000 mi

LOST ALL POWER TO WHEELS, ENGINE RUNS FINE, NO WARNING NOISES ETC. NO TRANSMISSION NOISE/ FLUID LIKE NEW. MORE THAN LIKELY THE TORQUE CONVERTER SHAFT FAILED... I AM A CERTIFIED FAA AIRCRAFT MECHANIC & HAVE PERFORMED ALL ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THIS VAN SINCE NEW. ALMOST REAR ENDED BY SEMI TR...

Feb 17, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE NOT YET HAD AN INCIDENT BUT FORD NEEDS TO PAY FOR A RENTAL CAR! MY 2005 FREESTAR IS A DEATH BUCKET! BECAUSE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM AND RECALL, MY VEHICLE COULD LOSE POWER IN A DEADLY SITUATION!

Feb 17, 2012 Power Train

I HAVE NOT YET HAD AN INCIDENT BUT FORD NEEDS TO PAY FOR A RENTAL CAR! MY 2005 FREESTAR IS A DEATH BUCKET! BECAUSE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM AND RECALL, MY VEHICLE COULD LOSE POWER IN A DEADLY SITUATION!

Feb 16, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER AND WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED REP...

Feb 16, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER AND WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED REP...

Feb 9, 2012 Electrical System 76,000 mi

AFTER A RAIN STORM MY VAN EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER CONTROL MODULE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE AND ALWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH A RAIN STORM. THIS TIME THE ENGINE WILL NOT START. *TR

Feb 9, 2012 Power Train 76,000 mi

AFTER A RAIN STORM MY VAN EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER CONTROL MODULE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE AND ALWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH A RAIN STORM. THIS TIME THE ENGINE WILL NOT START. *TR

Feb 9, 2012 Electrical System 76,000 mi

AFTER A RAIN STORM MY VAN EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER CONTROL MODULE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE AND ALWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH A RAIN STORM. THIS TIME THE ENGINE WILL NOT START. *TR

Feb 9, 2012 Power Train 76,000 mi

AFTER A RAIN STORM MY VAN EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER CONTROL MODULE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE AND ALWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH A RAIN STORM. THIS TIME THE ENGINE WILL NOT START. *TR

Feb 3, 2012 Power Train 80,005 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN JUST SUDDENLY STALLED. SHE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER. SHE THEN TRIED RESTARTING THE VAN AND IT STARTED BUT WHEN SHE TRIED TO PUT IT INTO GEAR THE ENGINE RPM'S RACED, THEN SLAMMED INTO GEAR AND THEN STALLING AGAIN. THE VAN WAS UNDRIVE...

Feb 3, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,005 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN JUST SUDDENLY STALLED. SHE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER. SHE THEN TRIED RESTARTING THE VAN AND IT STARTED BUT WHEN SHE TRIED TO PUT IT INTO GEAR THE ENGINE RPM'S RACED, THEN SLAMMED INTO GEAR AND THEN STALLING AGAIN. THE VAN WAS UNDRIVE...

Feb 3, 2012 Power Train 80,005 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN JUST SUDDENLY STALLED. SHE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER. SHE THEN TRIED RESTARTING THE VAN AND IT STARTED BUT WHEN SHE TRIED TO PUT IT INTO GEAR THE ENGINE RPM'S RACED, THEN SLAMMED INTO GEAR AND THEN STALLING AGAIN. THE VAN WAS UNDRIVE...

Feb 3, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,005 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN JUST SUDDENLY STALLED. SHE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER. SHE THEN TRIED RESTARTING THE VAN AND IT STARTED BUT WHEN SHE TRIED TO PUT IT INTO GEAR THE ENGINE RPM'S RACED, THEN SLAMMED INTO GEAR AND THEN STALLING AGAIN. THE VAN WAS UNDRIVE...

Feb 1, 2012 Power Train 90,463 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER MALFUNCTIONED. TH...

Feb 1, 2012 Power Train 90,463 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER MALFUNCTIONED. TH...

Jan 30, 2012 Power Train 123,000 mi

DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. TRANSMISSION SIMPLY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING. WOULD NOT MOVE IN LOW TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. SO FAR DIAGNOSIS IS TORQUE CONVERTER. NOT VERY HAPPY...I SEE FORD HAS HAD THIS COMPLAINT FROM 2004 ON UP. THEY NEED RECALL ON ALL VEHICLES WITH THIS TYPE TRANMISSION / TO...

Jan 30, 2012 Power Train 123,000 mi

DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. TRANSMISSION SIMPLY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING. WOULD NOT MOVE IN LOW TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. SO FAR DIAGNOSIS IS TORQUE CONVERTER. NOT VERY HAPPY...I SEE FORD HAS HAD THIS COMPLAINT FROM 2004 ON UP. THEY NEED RECALL ON ALL VEHICLES WITH THIS TYPE TRANMISSION / TO...

Jan 27, 2012 Power Train 83,366 mi

WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FOUR CHILDREN IN THE VAN AND WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY MY VEHICLE LOST POWER, I COULD NOT ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. THERE WAS NO WHERE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD SAFELY TO GET MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. *TR

Jan 27, 2012 Power Train 83,366 mi

WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FOUR CHILDREN IN THE VAN AND WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY MY VEHICLE LOST POWER, I COULD NOT ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. THERE WAS NO WHERE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD SAFELY TO GET MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. *TR

Jan 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STEER FROM THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY WHEN SHE CRASHED INTO A FLAGPOLE. THERE WERE FRONT BUMPER DAMAGES AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP...

Jan 24, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STEER FROM THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY WHEN SHE CRASHED INTO A FLAGPOLE. THERE WERE FRONT BUMPER DAMAGES AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP...

Jan 23, 2012 Power Train 97,950 mi

PCM (POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE) HAS GOTTEN WET AND CAUSES CAR TO NOT DRIVE. LOSE POWER. NOT START. LUNGE, LURCH FORWARD. WON'T ENGAGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE REPLACED PCM 6 TIMES. BROKE DOWN 5 TIMES. HAD VAN TOWED 5 TIMES. LEFT VAN AT REPAIR SHOP FOR MONTHS AT A TIME TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. FINALL...

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System 97,950 mi

PCM (POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE) HAS GOTTEN WET AND CAUSES CAR TO NOT DRIVE. LOSE POWER. NOT START. LUNGE, LURCH FORWARD. WON'T ENGAGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE REPLACED PCM 6 TIMES. BROKE DOWN 5 TIMES. HAD VAN TOWED 5 TIMES. LEFT VAN AT REPAIR SHOP FOR MONTHS AT A TIME TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. FINALL...

Jan 23, 2012 Power Train 97,950 mi

PCM (POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE) HAS GOTTEN WET AND CAUSES CAR TO NOT DRIVE. LOSE POWER. NOT START. LUNGE, LURCH FORWARD. WON'T ENGAGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE REPLACED PCM 6 TIMES. BROKE DOWN 5 TIMES. HAD VAN TOWED 5 TIMES. LEFT VAN AT REPAIR SHOP FOR MONTHS AT A TIME TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. FINALL...

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System 97,950 mi

PCM (POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE) HAS GOTTEN WET AND CAUSES CAR TO NOT DRIVE. LOSE POWER. NOT START. LUNGE, LURCH FORWARD. WON'T ENGAGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. I HAVE REPLACED PCM 6 TIMES. BROKE DOWN 5 TIMES. HAD VAN TOWED 5 TIMES. LEFT VAN AT REPAIR SHOP FOR MONTHS AT A TIME TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. FINALL...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 108,787 mi

11//23/2010. TRANSMISSION FAILED AND VEHICLE LOST FORWARD MOMENTUM GOING UP HILL. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND APPLIED PARKING BRAKE TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM MOVING REARWARD. VEHICLE TOWED TO NEAREST FORD DEALER : CROSS ROADS FORD IN CAREY NC. REPLACED TRANSMIISION DUE TO FAILED TRANSMISSION OUTP...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 108,787 mi

11//23/2010. TRANSMISSION FAILED AND VEHICLE LOST FORWARD MOMENTUM GOING UP HILL. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND APPLIED PARKING BRAKE TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM MOVING REARWARD. VEHICLE TOWED TO NEAREST FORD DEALER : CROSS ROADS FORD IN CAREY NC. REPLACED TRANSMIISION DUE TO FAILED TRANSMISSION OUTP...

Jan 16, 2012 Power Train 87,910 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WITH THE VAN FULL OF 5 CHILDREN IT ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST ALL TRANSMISSION POWER. EVERYTHING ELSE WORKED FINE IN THE VEHICLE, BUT IT HAD NO POWER. GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR AND NOTHING. THE VEHICLE WAS SAFELY MANEUVERED OFF THE FREEWAY AND THE CHILDREN SAFELY REMOVED FROM T...

Jan 16, 2012 Power Train 31,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 27, 2001, I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I LOST POWER. I COULDN'T GO FORWARD OR BACKWARD. MY HUSBAND CAME OUT TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. HE DIDN'T UNDERSTAND WHY IT WOULD DO THAT. WE CALLED FERRARIO FORD. NO ANSWER, JUST AN ANSWER MACHINE. I TOOK OUR TRUCK AND DROVE TO THE...

Jan 16, 2012 Power Train 87,910 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WITH THE VAN FULL OF 5 CHILDREN IT ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST ALL TRANSMISSION POWER. EVERYTHING ELSE WORKED FINE IN THE VEHICLE, BUT IT HAD NO POWER. GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR AND NOTHING. THE VEHICLE WAS SAFELY MANEUVERED OFF THE FREEWAY AND THE CHILDREN SAFELY REMOVED FROM T...

Jan 16, 2012 Power Train 31,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 27, 2001, I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I LOST POWER. I COULDN'T GO FORWARD OR BACKWARD. MY HUSBAND CAME OUT TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. HE DIDN'T UNDERSTAND WHY IT WOULD DO THAT. WE CALLED FERRARIO FORD. NO ANSWER, JUST AN ANSWER MACHINE. I TOOK OUR TRUCK AND DROVE TO THE...

Jan 13, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,276 mi

MY ENGINE LOST POWER AS MY VAN WAS SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. AFTER SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL, I COULD RESTART THE VAN, BUT EVERY TIME I REACHED THE SHIFTING POINT BETWEEN FIRST AND SECOND GEAR, THE ENGINE WOULD CUT COMPLETELY OUT, THEREBY LOSING POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. ALSO, THE REVERSE GEA...

Jan 13, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,276 mi

MY ENGINE LOST POWER AS MY VAN WAS SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. AFTER SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL, I COULD RESTART THE VAN, BUT EVERY TIME I REACHED THE SHIFTING POINT BETWEEN FIRST AND SECOND GEAR, THE ENGINE WOULD CUT COMPLETELY OUT, THEREBY LOSING POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. ALSO, THE REVERSE GEA...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train 141,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING A LEFT TURN, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER HOME AND WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT M...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train

IN DECEMBER 2010 I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, WHEN I WENT TO ACCELERATE THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. IT HAS GONE BACK 3 TIMES DUE TO CONTINUING OF PROBLEM AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER THEY TURN IT OFF. SINCE LAST VISIT, NOW THE AIR BAG...

Jan 12, 2012 Air Bags

IN DECEMBER 2010 I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, WHEN I WENT TO ACCELERATE THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. IT HAS GONE BACK 3 TIMES DUE TO CONTINUING OF PROBLEM AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER THEY TURN IT OFF. SINCE LAST VISIT, NOW THE AIR BAG...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train 141,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING A LEFT TURN, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER HOME AND WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT M...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train

IN DECEMBER 2010 I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, WHEN I WENT TO ACCELERATE THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. IT HAS GONE BACK 3 TIMES DUE TO CONTINUING OF PROBLEM AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER THEY TURN IT OFF. SINCE LAST VISIT, NOW THE AIR BAG...

Jan 12, 2012 Air Bags

IN DECEMBER 2010 I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, WHEN I WENT TO ACCELERATE THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY REBUILT IT. IT HAS GONE BACK 3 TIMES DUE TO CONTINUING OF PROBLEM AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER THEY TURN IT OFF. SINCE LAST VISIT, NOW THE AIR BAG...

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

FIRST FAILURE WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER - I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE CLUNKED AND RESPONDED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. REPLACEMENT COST INCLUDING LABOR WAS $600 SECOND FAILURE ...

Jan 11, 2012 Visibility 74,000 mi

FIRST FAILURE WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER - I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE CLUNKED AND RESPONDED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. REPLACEMENT COST INCLUDING LABOR WAS $600 SECOND FAILURE ...

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 74,000 mi

FIRST FAILURE WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER - I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE CLUNKED AND RESPONDED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. REPLACEMENT COST INCLUDING LABOR WAS $600 SECOND FAILURE ...

Jan 11, 2012 Visibility 74,000 mi

FIRST FAILURE WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER - I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE CLUNKED AND RESPONDED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. REPLACEMENT COST INCLUDING LABOR WAS $600 SECOND FAILURE ...

Jan 9, 2012 Power Train 136,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ANY LONGER. THE VAN WAS ACTING AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL.....SHE SLOWED TO A STOP IN THE BREAKDOWN LANE AND CALLED AAA FOR A TOW TRUCK. THE REPAIR SHOP BELIEVES THAT IT IS THE TORQUE CON...

Jan 9, 2012 Power Train 136,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ANY LONGER. THE VAN WAS ACTING AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL.....SHE SLOWED TO A STOP IN THE BREAKDOWN LANE AND CALLED AAA FOR A TOW TRUCK. THE REPAIR SHOP BELIEVES THAT IT IS THE TORQUE CON...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 79,000 mi

FORD FIX IT FORD FIX IT I WAS DRIVING IN A WILDERNESS AREA IN TEXAS AND I JUST GOT THROUGH THE AREA AND HAD TO HAVE A EMERGENCY GALL BLADDER SURGERY I WAS DROPPED OFF IN MY VAN AT THE HOSPITAL IT BROKE DOWN 4 MINUTES LATER IN THE HOSPITAL PARKING LOT..IF THIS HAPPENED IN THE WILDERNESS AREA AND...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

FEBRUARY 2010- VAN LURCHED FORWARD THEN FAILED TO SHIFT INTO GEAR. LESS THAN 65000 MILES ON VEHICLE. TURNED OUT TO BE TRANSMISSION FAILURE- FORD STATED IT WOULD COST $3100 TO FIX. GOT IT FIXED AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP FOR $1800. MECHANIC STATED HE SEES THIS OFTEN WITH THIS YEAR OF FREESTARS. IN FEBRUA...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 41,000 mi

9/2007 MY HUSBAND, MYSELF, AND OUR 5 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE AND OUT OF THE BLUE THE VAN JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT IT. THEY TOLD US THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) $2000 OOP!! WE HAD ...

Jan 4, 2012 Electrical System 41,000 mi

9/2007 MY HUSBAND, MYSELF, AND OUR 5 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE AND OUT OF THE BLUE THE VAN JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT IT. THEY TOLD US THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) $2000 OOP!! WE HAD ...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 79,000 mi

FORD FIX IT FORD FIX IT I WAS DRIVING IN A WILDERNESS AREA IN TEXAS AND I JUST GOT THROUGH THE AREA AND HAD TO HAVE A EMERGENCY GALL BLADDER SURGERY I WAS DROPPED OFF IN MY VAN AT THE HOSPITAL IT BROKE DOWN 4 MINUTES LATER IN THE HOSPITAL PARKING LOT..IF THIS HAPPENED IN THE WILDERNESS AREA AND...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 65,000 mi

FEBRUARY 2010- VAN LURCHED FORWARD THEN FAILED TO SHIFT INTO GEAR. LESS THAN 65000 MILES ON VEHICLE. TURNED OUT TO BE TRANSMISSION FAILURE- FORD STATED IT WOULD COST $3100 TO FIX. GOT IT FIXED AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP FOR $1800. MECHANIC STATED HE SEES THIS OFTEN WITH THIS YEAR OF FREESTARS. IN FEBRUA...

Jan 4, 2012 Power Train 41,000 mi

9/2007 MY HUSBAND, MYSELF, AND OUR 5 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE AND OUT OF THE BLUE THE VAN JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT IT. THEY TOLD US THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) $2000 OOP!! WE HAD ...

Jan 4, 2012 Electrical System 41,000 mi

9/2007 MY HUSBAND, MYSELF, AND OUR 5 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE AND OUT OF THE BLUE THE VAN JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WE BOUGHT IT. THEY TOLD US THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES (JUST OUT OF WARRANTY) $2000 OOP!! WE HAD ...

Jan 2, 2012 Power Train 62,300 mi

FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WITH 62,000 MILES ON IT LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 50 MPH. WAS ABLE TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. FORD DEALER SAYS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. DEALER SAYS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED BECAUSE OF OUTPUT SHAFT SPLINES STRIPPING CAUSING LOSS OF POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN. COST TO...

Jan 2, 2012 Power Train 62,300 mi

FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WITH 62,000 MILES ON IT LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 50 MPH. WAS ABLE TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. FORD DEALER SAYS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. DEALER SAYS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED BECAUSE OF OUTPUT SHAFT SPLINES STRIPPING CAUSING LOSS OF POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN. COST TO...

Jan 1, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,653 mi

ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON JANUARY 1, 2012 AT APPROX. 4:20PM MY CAR STARTS TO SLOW DOWN N STARTS TO GO ON REVERSE WHILE IT WAS ON DRIVE. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE CAR CONTINUE TO GO ON REVERSE I HAD NO WARNING LIGHT, NO SIGN OF THE CAR GO BAD NO NOISE, NOTHING THE CAR JUST SLOWED DOWN N WENT ...

Jan 1, 2012 Power Train 101,653 mi

ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON JANUARY 1, 2012 AT APPROX. 4:20PM MY CAR STARTS TO SLOW DOWN N STARTS TO GO ON REVERSE WHILE IT WAS ON DRIVE. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE CAR CONTINUE TO GO ON REVERSE I HAD NO WARNING LIGHT, NO SIGN OF THE CAR GO BAD NO NOISE, NOTHING THE CAR JUST SLOWED DOWN N WENT ...

Jan 1, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,653 mi

ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON JANUARY 1, 2012 AT APPROX. 4:20PM MY CAR STARTS TO SLOW DOWN N STARTS TO GO ON REVERSE WHILE IT WAS ON DRIVE. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE CAR CONTINUE TO GO ON REVERSE I HAD NO WARNING LIGHT, NO SIGN OF THE CAR GO BAD NO NOISE, NOTHING THE CAR JUST SLOWED DOWN N WENT ...

Jan 1, 2012 Power Train 101,653 mi

ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON JANUARY 1, 2012 AT APPROX. 4:20PM MY CAR STARTS TO SLOW DOWN N STARTS TO GO ON REVERSE WHILE IT WAS ON DRIVE. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE CAR CONTINUE TO GO ON REVERSE I HAD NO WARNING LIGHT, NO SIGN OF THE CAR GO BAD NO NOISE, NOTHING THE CAR JUST SLOWED DOWN N WENT ...

Dec 23, 2011 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE THEY INSPECTED THE FAILURE. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEH...

Dec 23, 2011 Power Train 134,900 mi

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE 101 WHEN THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE BARELY MADE IT OFF THE HIGHWAY BEFORE IT STOPPED. I AM NOW WAITING FOR A NEW TRANSMISSION TO BE PLACED IN MY VAN. THE VAN NEVER GAVE US ANY WARNING. IT JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. *TR

Dec 23, 2011 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE THEY INSPECTED THE FAILURE. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEH...

Dec 23, 2011 Power Train 134,900 mi

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE 101 WHEN THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING. WE BARELY MADE IT OFF THE HIGHWAY BEFORE IT STOPPED. I AM NOW WAITING FOR A NEW TRANSMISSION TO BE PLACED IN MY VAN. THE VAN NEVER GAVE US ANY WARNING. IT JUST STOPPED ACCELERATING. *TR

Dec 18, 2011 Power Train 87,943 mi

DROVE TO THE STORE THAT DAY. WE HAVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF RAIN. WHEN DONE AT THE STORE GOT IN THE VAN AND IT STARTED FINE BUT WHEN YOU PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL THE RPM WOULD RACE UP BUT THE VAN WOULD GO NO WHERE. THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE PCM SENSOR BECAUSE IT HAD WATER IN IT. IT WAS RUN...

Dec 18, 2011 Electrical System 87,943 mi

DROVE TO THE STORE THAT DAY. WE HAVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF RAIN. WHEN DONE AT THE STORE GOT IN THE VAN AND IT STARTED FINE BUT WHEN YOU PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL THE RPM WOULD RACE UP BUT THE VAN WOULD GO NO WHERE. THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE PCM SENSOR BECAUSE IT HAD WATER IN IT. IT WAS RUN...

Dec 18, 2011 Power Train 87,943 mi

DROVE TO THE STORE THAT DAY. WE HAVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF RAIN. WHEN DONE AT THE STORE GOT IN THE VAN AND IT STARTED FINE BUT WHEN YOU PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL THE RPM WOULD RACE UP BUT THE VAN WOULD GO NO WHERE. THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE PCM SENSOR BECAUSE IT HAD WATER IN IT. IT WAS RUN...

Dec 18, 2011 Electrical System 87,943 mi

DROVE TO THE STORE THAT DAY. WE HAVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF RAIN. WHEN DONE AT THE STORE GOT IN THE VAN AND IT STARTED FINE BUT WHEN YOU PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL THE RPM WOULD RACE UP BUT THE VAN WOULD GO NO WHERE. THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE PCM SENSOR BECAUSE IT HAD WATER IN IT. IT WAS RUN...

Dec 16, 2011 Power Train 52,000 mi

I DO NOT WRITE IN UNLESS BUT MY PROBLEM IS FAILS WITH CODE P0715 TRANSMISSION AND REVERSE CAM SENSOR I CHANGE SPEED SENSOR TRANSMISSION AND THE PROBLEM REMAINS TO UNCOVER THE PCM CONTROL TO CHECK THE CONTINUITY I MET YOU, AS YOU HAVE WATER INTRUSION AS WELL AS GREEN PARTICLES AROUND A PIN INPUT ...

Dec 16, 2011 Power Train 52,000 mi

I DO NOT WRITE IN UNLESS BUT MY PROBLEM IS FAILS WITH CODE P0715 TRANSMISSION AND REVERSE CAM SENSOR I CHANGE SPEED SENSOR TRANSMISSION AND THE PROBLEM REMAINS TO UNCOVER THE PCM CONTROL TO CHECK THE CONTINUITY I MET YOU, AS YOU HAVE WATER INTRUSION AS WELL AS GREEN PARTICLES AROUND A PIN INPUT ...

Dec 14, 2011 Power Train 92,000 mi

THE DRIVE SHAFT (HALF SHAFT) SPLINES BROKE. 7 MONTHS AFTER THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED. *TR

Dec 14, 2011 Power Train 82,212 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT REQUIRED. CONVERTER FAILED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT AN INTERSECTION. LUCKILY IT WAS LATE EVENING AN NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC OR MY ENTIRE FAMILY COULD HAVE BEEN HIT. *TR

Dec 14, 2011 Power Train 92,000 mi

THE DRIVE SHAFT (HALF SHAFT) SPLINES BROKE. 7 MONTHS AFTER THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED. *TR

Dec 14, 2011 Power Train 82,212 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT REQUIRED. CONVERTER FAILED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT AN INTERSECTION. LUCKILY IT WAS LATE EVENING AN NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC OR MY ENTIRE FAMILY COULD HAVE BEEN HIT. *TR

Dec 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE COULD ONLY BE DRIVEN IN DRIVE ONE OR DRIVE TWO. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHERE THE CRANKSHAFT AND SPEED SENSORS WERE REPLACED. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE CONTA...

Dec 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE COULD ONLY BE DRIVEN IN DRIVE ONE OR DRIVE TWO. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHERE THE CRANKSHAFT AND SPEED SENSORS WERE REPLACED. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE CONTA...

Dec 6, 2011 Power Train 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 6, 2011 Electrical System 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 6, 2011 Power Train 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 6, 2011 Electrical System 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,800 mi

THIS VAN HAS A BAD COMPUTER BOARD (PCM) DUE TO RAINWATER THAT IS ALLOWED TO FUNNEL UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE HOOD. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BEING AFFECTED BY THIS AS WELL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED SHIFTING INTO GEAR, FOLLOWED BY ALL SORTS OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ...

Dec 5, 2011 Power Train 110,883 mi

ON 12/04/2011 DRIVING ON A BUSY 2 WAY HIGHWAY WITH NO PULL OFF AREAS. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED JERKING AND LOSS OF POWER. AFTER GETTING THE VAN BACK TO THE HOUSE TO CHANGE THE FLUID AND FILTER, I FIND A CHUNK OF METAL ON THE MAGNET. ( WHICH I STILL HAVE ) WITH THIS VAN ONLY HAVING 110,883 THER...

Dec 5, 2011 Power Train 110,883 mi

ON 12/04/2011 DRIVING ON A BUSY 2 WAY HIGHWAY WITH NO PULL OFF AREAS. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED JERKING AND LOSS OF POWER. AFTER GETTING THE VAN BACK TO THE HOUSE TO CHANGE THE FLUID AND FILTER, I FIND A CHUNK OF METAL ON THE MAGNET. ( WHICH I STILL HAVE ) WITH THIS VAN ONLY HAVING 110,883 THER...

Dec 4, 2011 Power Train

THE VEHICLE STARTS FINE, BUT AS SOON AS I GET TO ABOUT 20MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLS. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP ATLEAST FOUR TIMES. AT FIRST THEY SAID IT WAS SOMETHING IN THE TRANSMISSION, THEN THEY SAID IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER, FINALLY THEY DECIDED IT WAS THE PCM GETTING WET. ...

Dec 4, 2011 Power Train

THE VEHICLE STARTS FINE, BUT AS SOON AS I GET TO ABOUT 20MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLS. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP ATLEAST FOUR TIMES. AT FIRST THEY SAID IT WAS SOMETHING IN THE TRANSMISSION, THEN THEY SAID IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER, FINALLY THEY DECIDED IT WAS THE PCM GETTING WET. ...

Dec 2, 2011 Power Train 142,000 mi

TOTAL LOSS OF POWER OCCURRED, ENGINE KEPT RUNNING BUT TRANSMISSION DID NOT ENGAGE. MECHANIC FOUND BAD TRANSMISSION / TORQUE CONVERTER AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT ESTIMATE OF $2500.00. THIS OCCURRED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND CREATED A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION. IT JUST ROLLED TO A ...

Dec 2, 2011 Power Train 142,000 mi

TOTAL LOSS OF POWER OCCURRED, ENGINE KEPT RUNNING BUT TRANSMISSION DID NOT ENGAGE. MECHANIC FOUND BAD TRANSMISSION / TORQUE CONVERTER AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT ESTIMATE OF $2500.00. THIS OCCURRED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND CREATED A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION. IT JUST ROLLED TO A ...

Dec 1, 2011 Power Train 50,705 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND TH...

Dec 1, 2011 Power Train 50,705 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND TH...

Nov 25, 2011 Power Train 104,594 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MILES AN HOUR, I NOTICE THAT WHEN I PUT ON THE GAS THE ENGINE WOULD RACE BUT THERE WAS A LOSS OF FORWARD MOTION. SO I AM ON THE INTERSTATE AND LOSING SPEED RAPIDLY. I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN AND PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ON A BRIDGE. CARS, BUSES AND TRUC...

Nov 25, 2011 Power Train 104,594 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MILES AN HOUR, I NOTICE THAT WHEN I PUT ON THE GAS THE ENGINE WOULD RACE BUT THERE WAS A LOSS OF FORWARD MOTION. SO I AM ON THE INTERSTATE AND LOSING SPEED RAPIDLY. I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN AND PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ON A BRIDGE. CARS, BUSES AND TRUC...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE VAN AND BACKED UP FOR BETTER ACCESS TO THE PARKING SPACE. WHEN SHE SHIFTED BACK TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. SHE CALLED ME AND I WENT TO CHECK OUT THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT IN ANY GEAR. I CHECKED THE MANUAL LINKAGE AND IT WAS CONNECTED AND TIGHT...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 104,531 mi

I WAS DRIVE MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AND AS STARTING TO GO UP OVERPASS LOSS ALL DRIVE POWER, ENGINE WAS RUNNING OK BUT TRANSMISSION WAS GONE. LUCKILY THIS WAS A NEW BRIDGE WHICH HAD A PLACE TO PULL OVER. I MADE TO THE TOP OVER THE OVER PASS BECAUSE OF SPEED BEFORE TRANSMISSION QUIT. I HAD NO WARN...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE VAN AND BACKED UP FOR BETTER ACCESS TO THE PARKING SPACE. WHEN SHE SHIFTED BACK TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. SHE CALLED ME AND I WENT TO CHECK OUT THE VEHICLE AND FOUND NO TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT IN ANY GEAR. I CHECKED THE MANUAL LINKAGE AND IT WAS CONNECTED AND TIGHT...

Nov 14, 2011 Power Train 104,531 mi

I WAS DRIVE MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AND AS STARTING TO GO UP OVERPASS LOSS ALL DRIVE POWER, ENGINE WAS RUNNING OK BUT TRANSMISSION WAS GONE. LUCKILY THIS WAS A NEW BRIDGE WHICH HAD A PLACE TO PULL OVER. I MADE TO THE TOP OVER THE OVER PASS BECAUSE OF SPEED BEFORE TRANSMISSION QUIT. I HAD NO WARN...

Nov 13, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I OWN A 2005 FORD WINDSTAR. ON OCT. 21 2011 MY WIFE ARRIVED HOME FROM WORK AND I TOOK THE VAN TO PICK UP MY SON FROM HIS SCHOOL. WITHOUT WARNING THE VANS RPMS WENT UP AND THEN THE VAN STALLED. I RESTARTED THE VAN BUT THE VAN ACTED LIKE IT DID NOT WANT TO SHIFT GEARS AND THE VAN STALLED ...

Nov 13, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I OWN A 2005 FORD WINDSTAR. ON OCT. 21 2011 MY WIFE ARRIVED HOME FROM WORK AND I TOOK THE VAN TO PICK UP MY SON FROM HIS SCHOOL. WITHOUT WARNING THE VANS RPMS WENT UP AND THEN THE VAN STALLED. I RESTARTED THE VAN BUT THE VAN ACTED LIKE IT DID NOT WANT TO SHIFT GEARS AND THE VAN STALLED ...

Nov 10, 2011 Power Train

I WAS DRIVING WITH MY 2 CHILDREN WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THANK GOD IT WAS DAYTIME, AND NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE ON THIS ROAD AT THE TIME. MY CAR HAS ONLY 54,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS TOLD AFTERWARD THAT IT WAS MY TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLAC...

Nov 10, 2011 Power Train

I WAS DRIVING WITH MY 2 CHILDREN WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THANK GOD IT WAS DAYTIME, AND NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE ON THIS ROAD AT THE TIME. MY CAR HAS ONLY 54,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS TOLD AFTERWARD THAT IT WAS MY TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLAC...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 97,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DROVE IN NEUTRAL TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE FUEL FILTER WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO WEEKS LATER. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 56,000 mi

MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE TRANSMISSION SUFFERED A COMPLETE BREAKDOWN. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING FINE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT TRANSFERRING ANY POWER TO THE WHEELS. STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY FOR THREE HOURS AWAITING A TOW, MY WIFE ...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 97,950 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DROVE IN NEUTRAL TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE FUEL FILTER WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO WEEKS LATER. THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 9, 2011 Power Train 56,000 mi

MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE TRANSMISSION SUFFERED A COMPLETE BREAKDOWN. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING FINE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT TRANSFERRING ANY POWER TO THE WHEELS. STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY FOR THREE HOURS AWAITING A TOW, MY WIFE ...

Nov 7, 2011 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTAR MINIVAN WOULD STALL AND SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE WITH NO WARNING. WE PURCHASED THIS VAN IN 2005 FROM OUR LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND HAD PULLED INTO AN INTERSECTION WHEN IT STALLED, SHE WAS FORTUNATE THAT SHE WAS NOT INVOLVED I...

Nov 7, 2011 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

OUR 2005 FREESTAR MINIVAN WOULD STALL AND SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE WITH NO WARNING. WE PURCHASED THIS VAN IN 2005 FROM OUR LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND HAD PULLED INTO AN INTERSECTION WHEN IT STALLED, SHE WAS FORTUNATE THAT SHE WAS NOT INVOLVED I...

Nov 3, 2011 Power Train 63,004 mi

WHILE DRIVING FROM FLORIDA TO VIRGINIA ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2011 AT DUSK WE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF MY 2005 FREESTAR'S TORQUE CONVERTER AS DIAGNOSED BY THE MECHANICS AT JIM BILTON FORD. WE WERE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON I-95 IN THE LEFT LANE WHEN THE F...

Nov 3, 2011 Power Train 63,004 mi

WHILE DRIVING FROM FLORIDA TO VIRGINIA ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2011 AT DUSK WE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF MY 2005 FREESTAR'S TORQUE CONVERTER AS DIAGNOSED BY THE MECHANICS AT JIM BILTON FORD. WE WERE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON I-95 IN THE LEFT LANE WHEN THE F...

Nov 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,781 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESUME DRIVING HOWEVER, WITH CONSISTENT STALLING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONLY AFTER RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS. T...

Nov 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,781 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESUME DRIVING HOWEVER, WITH CONSISTENT STALLING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONLY AFTER RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS. T...

Oct 30, 2011 Power Train 59,000 mi

WE WERE IN TRAFFIC TO THE BROWNS FOOTBALL GAME GETTING READY TO EXIT AND THE VAN JUST LOST MOBILITY, IT WOULDN'T MOVE,, I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT THE VAN SAT STILL , I WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE TRAFFIC WAS SO BAD EVERYONE WAS TRYING TO GET TO THE GAM...

Oct 30, 2011 Power Train 59,000 mi

WE WERE IN TRAFFIC TO THE BROWNS FOOTBALL GAME GETTING READY TO EXIT AND THE VAN JUST LOST MOBILITY, IT WOULDN'T MOVE,, I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT THE VAN SAT STILL , I WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE TRAFFIC WAS SO BAD EVERYONE WAS TRYING TO GET TO THE GAM...

Oct 27, 2011 Power Train

I WAS ALONG THE EXPRESSWAY ABOUT 55MPH ,THEN ALL UNSUDDEN THE VAN MADE A JERK AND BEGIN TO LOSE POWER AND SLOWED PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL AND IT WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED SO I MANAGED TO LET IT ROLL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOPPED CUT THE MOTOR OFF ,AND THEN CRANKED IT BACK UP PUT IT INTO DRIVE WOULD...

Oct 27, 2011 Power Train

I WAS ALONG THE EXPRESSWAY ABOUT 55MPH ,THEN ALL UNSUDDEN THE VAN MADE A JERK AND BEGIN TO LOSE POWER AND SLOWED PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL AND IT WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED SO I MANAGED TO LET IT ROLL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOPPED CUT THE MOTOR OFF ,AND THEN CRANKED IT BACK UP PUT IT INTO DRIVE WOULD...

Oct 19, 2011 Power Train 57,500 mi

DRIVING IN PARKING AREA AT 25 MPH WHEN THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO AN INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. HAD TO TOW VAN TO TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST GARAGE AS THERE WERE NO APPARENT REASONS FOR THE FAILURE. WAITING FOR DIAGNOSIS AT THIS TIME. NO PREVIOUS NOTICE OR INDI...

Oct 19, 2011 Power Train 57,500 mi

DRIVING IN PARKING AREA AT 25 MPH WHEN THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO AN INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. HAD TO TOW VAN TO TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST GARAGE AS THERE WERE NO APPARENT REASONS FOR THE FAILURE. WAITING FOR DIAGNOSIS AT THIS TIME. NO PREVIOUS NOTICE OR INDI...

Oct 17, 2011 Power Train 4,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE REPAIRS PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE CONSISTED OF THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER,...

Oct 17, 2011 Power Train 4,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE REPAIRS PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE CONSISTED OF THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER,...

Oct 13, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HESITATE AND EXHIBIT A SEVERE JERKING MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THE PCM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND WITHIN TWO DAYS WHILE DRIVING IN THE R...

Oct 13, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HESITATE AND EXHIBIT A SEVERE JERKING MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THE PCM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND WITHIN TWO DAYS WHILE DRIVING IN THE R...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

UPON A STOP OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I VIEW THIS AS DANGEROUS, AS THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES, EITHER WHEN IN A PARKING LOT WITH PEDESTRIANS BEHIND ME ENTERING STORE OR WHEN I AM AT A STOP LIGHT AND PEDESTRIANS ARE IN A CROSSWALK. AFTER RESEARCHING ...

Oct 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

UPON A STOP OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I VIEW THIS AS DANGEROUS, AS THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES, EITHER WHEN IN A PARKING LOT WITH PEDESTRIANS BEHIND ME ENTERING STORE OR WHEN I AM AT A STOP LIGHT AND PEDESTRIANS ARE IN A CROSSWALK. AFTER RESEARCHING ...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 113,000 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND AUTO STARTS COASTING. ENGINE WILL REV, TRANSMISSION HAS DIS-ENGAGED AND WILL NOT RE-ENGAGE. THIS IS APPARENTLY A VERY COMMON FAILURE WITH THIS MODEL. TRANSMISSION IS OUT, NO WARNING OR NOISE; JUST GONE. SO MANY REPORTED TRANSMISSION FAILURES, ONE HAS TO WONDER WHY THERE HAS...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 113,000 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND AUTO STARTS COASTING. ENGINE WILL REV, TRANSMISSION HAS DIS-ENGAGED AND WILL NOT RE-ENGAGE. THIS IS APPARENTLY A VERY COMMON FAILURE WITH THIS MODEL. TRANSMISSION IS OUT, NO WARNING OR NOISE; JUST GONE. SO MANY REPORTED TRANSMISSION FAILURES, ONE HAS TO WONDER WHY THERE HAS...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 100,000 mi

UPON A STOP OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I VIEW THIS AS DANGEROUS, AS THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES, EITHER WHEN IN A PARKING LOT WITH PEDESTRIANS BEHIND ME ENTERING STORE OR WHEN I AM AT A STOP LIGHT AND PEDESTRIANS ARE IN A CROSSWALK. AFTER RESEARCHING ...

Oct 10, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

UPON A STOP OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE, THE CAR LUNGES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I VIEW THIS AS DANGEROUS, AS THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES, EITHER WHEN IN A PARKING LOT WITH PEDESTRIANS BEHIND ME ENTERING STORE OR WHEN I AM AT A STOP LIGHT AND PEDESTRIANS ARE IN A CROSSWALK. AFTER RESEARCHING ...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 113,000 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND AUTO STARTS COASTING. ENGINE WILL REV, TRANSMISSION HAS DIS-ENGAGED AND WILL NOT RE-ENGAGE. THIS IS APPARENTLY A VERY COMMON FAILURE WITH THIS MODEL. TRANSMISSION IS OUT, NO WARNING OR NOISE; JUST GONE. SO MANY REPORTED TRANSMISSION FAILURES, ONE HAS TO WONDER WHY THERE HAS...

Oct 10, 2011 Power Train 113,000 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND AUTO STARTS COASTING. ENGINE WILL REV, TRANSMISSION HAS DIS-ENGAGED AND WILL NOT RE-ENGAGE. THIS IS APPARENTLY A VERY COMMON FAILURE WITH THIS MODEL. TRANSMISSION IS OUT, NO WARNING OR NOISE; JUST GONE. SO MANY REPORTED TRANSMISSION FAILURES, ONE HAS TO WONDER WHY THERE HAS...

Oct 9, 2011 Power Train 112,900 mi

AS WE DROVE AT THE 60 MPH SPEED LIMIT ON I-64 IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO, IN THE MIDDLE OF FIVE LANES, OUR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE ENGINE RACED, AS THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO CONTROL THE SPEED AS WE DROVE UP A HILL. WE COASTED THROUGH TRAFFIC TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AT THIS POINT, THERE IS...

Oct 9, 2011 Power Train 112,900 mi

AS WE DROVE AT THE 60 MPH SPEED LIMIT ON I-64 IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO, IN THE MIDDLE OF FIVE LANES, OUR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE ENGINE RACED, AS THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO CONTROL THE SPEED AS WE DROVE UP A HILL. WE COASTED THROUGH TRAFFIC TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AT THIS POINT, THERE IS...

Oct 7, 2011 Power Train

CAS ASKS THIS LETTER AND THE 92 COMPLAINTS ATTACHED HERETO BE PLACED IN THE DOCKET OF EA09-016 AND THAT FORD BE ORDERED TO RECALL ALL 2004-05 FORD FREESTAR, AND MERCURY MONTEREY VANS FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSIONS.

Oct 7, 2011 Power Train

CAS ASKS THIS LETTER AND THE 92 COMPLAINTS ATTACHED HERETO BE PLACED IN THE DOCKET OF EA09-016 AND THAT FORD BE ORDERED TO RECALL ALL 2004-05 FORD FREESTAR, AND MERCURY MONTEREY VANS FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSIONS.

Oct 7, 2011 Power Train

CAS ASKS THIS LETTER AND THE 92 COMPLAINTS ATTACHED HERETO BE PLACED IN THE DOCKET OF EA09-016 AND THAT FORD BE ORDERED TO RECALL ALL 2004-05 FORD FREESTAR, AND MERCURY MONTEREY VANS FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSIONS.

Oct 7, 2011 Power Train

CAS ASKS THIS LETTER AND THE 92 COMPLAINTS ATTACHED HERETO BE PLACED IN THE DOCKET OF EA09-016 AND THAT FORD BE ORDERED TO RECALL ALL 2004-05 FORD FREESTAR, AND MERCURY MONTEREY VANS FOR DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSIONS.

Oct 6, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE MINIVAN HAS BEEN DESCRIBED BY THE DEALERSHIP WITH TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE PROPOSED REMEDY IS TO COMPLETELY REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. WE WERE RETURNING HOME AFTER DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 1/2 HOUR AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. AFTER EXITING THE FREEWAY WE PROCEEDED TO AN INTERSECTION AND STOPPED AT A RED TRA...

Oct 6, 2011 Power Train 85,625 mi

DRIVING MY FREESTAR AND IT SUDDENLY LOST POWER. ENGINE STILL RUNNING, WILL NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. ONLY NEUTRAL OR PARK. THIS HAPPENED IN A RURAL 2-LANE ROAD IN KENTUCKY. NO WAY TO GET ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. AFTER GETTING IT TOWED TO A DEALER AFTER THEY HAD CLOSED FOR THE WEEKEND. HA...

Oct 6, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE MINIVAN HAS BEEN DESCRIBED BY THE DEALERSHIP WITH TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE PROPOSED REMEDY IS TO COMPLETELY REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. WE WERE RETURNING HOME AFTER DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 1/2 HOUR AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. AFTER EXITING THE FREEWAY WE PROCEEDED TO AN INTERSECTION AND STOPPED AT A RED TRA...

Oct 6, 2011 Power Train 85,625 mi

DRIVING MY FREESTAR AND IT SUDDENLY LOST POWER. ENGINE STILL RUNNING, WILL NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. ONLY NEUTRAL OR PARK. THIS HAPPENED IN A RURAL 2-LANE ROAD IN KENTUCKY. NO WAY TO GET ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. AFTER GETTING IT TOWED TO A DEALER AFTER THEY HAD CLOSED FOR THE WEEKEND. HA...

Oct 5, 2011 Power Train 67,319 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING (35 MPH) OUR 3 KIDS TO THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE AND THE FREESTAR SUDDENLY HAD THE ENGINE REV AND LOSE ALL POWER TO THE DRIVE TRAIN. SHE WAS VERY LUCKY TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER WITH THE ROAD BEING NARROW, WINDING AND RELATIVELY BUSY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A DISASTER IF SHE HAD STILL B...

Oct 5, 2011 Power Train 67,319 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING (35 MPH) OUR 3 KIDS TO THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE AND THE FREESTAR SUDDENLY HAD THE ENGINE REV AND LOSE ALL POWER TO THE DRIVE TRAIN. SHE WAS VERY LUCKY TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER WITH THE ROAD BEING NARROW, WINDING AND RELATIVELY BUSY. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A DISASTER IF SHE HAD STILL B...

Oct 4, 2011 Power Train 56,000 mi

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY SPEEDOMETER STARTED TO MOVE RAPIDLY IN HIGHWAY TRAFFIC, CAR STOPPED ABRUPTLY ALMOST HAVE A MAC TRUCK SLAM INTO THE REAR, TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. HAD TRANSMISSION REDONE AT AUTHORIZED TRANSMISSION, 1,800 DOLLARS NOTIFIED FORD CORPORATE THEY BLEW ...

Oct 4, 2011 Power Train 56,000 mi

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY SPEEDOMETER STARTED TO MOVE RAPIDLY IN HIGHWAY TRAFFIC, CAR STOPPED ABRUPTLY ALMOST HAVE A MAC TRUCK SLAM INTO THE REAR, TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. HAD TRANSMISSION REDONE AT AUTHORIZED TRANSMISSION, 1,800 DOLLARS NOTIFIED FORD CORPORATE THEY BLEW ...

Sep 29, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

THE VAN WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEARS. IT HAD TO BE TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP SERVICE CENTER. THEY SAID TRANSMISSION IS BURNT (THEY COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT CAUSED IT) AND NEED TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION WHICH WOULD COST $3300. THE VAN HAS BEEN SERVICED REGULARLY AT LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP OIL CHA...

Sep 29, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

THE VAN WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEARS. IT HAD TO BE TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP SERVICE CENTER. THEY SAID TRANSMISSION IS BURNT (THEY COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT CAUSED IT) AND NEED TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION WHICH WOULD COST $3300. THE VAN HAS BEEN SERVICED REGULARLY AT LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP OIL CHA...

Sep 28, 2011 Power Train 57,120 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AT 11:00PM AND TURNED THE CORNER. LOST POWER , THE RPM'S WENT UP AND THE VAN WENT NOWHERE. NO WARNING IT JUST WENT OUT. HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED THE NEXT MORNING TO A DEALER, SAID MY TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED COSTING $3500 . SAID NOTHING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH THE FRE...

Sep 28, 2011 Power Train 57,120 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AT 11:00PM AND TURNED THE CORNER. LOST POWER , THE RPM'S WENT UP AND THE VAN WENT NOWHERE. NO WARNING IT JUST WENT OUT. HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED THE NEXT MORNING TO A DEALER, SAID MY TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED COSTING $3500 . SAID NOTHING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH THE FRE...

Sep 21, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FIALED WITHOUT WARNING ON THE HIGHWAY AS I WAS TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE VAN. *TR

Sep 21, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FIALED WITHOUT WARNING ON THE HIGHWAY AS I WAS TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE VAN. *TR

Sep 20, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE SHOULDER AND WAS TOWED TO HER HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE...

Sep 20, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, REPLACED IT AND STILL HAVING ORIGINAL PROBLEM. AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY AND COMING TO COMPLETE STOP, TRANSMISSION WILL WHINE OUT IN 1ST GEAR, WILL NOT SHIFT UNLESS YOU STOP ACCELERATING. ALARM SYSTEM WENT OFF AND WOULD NOT STOP, LIGHTS WOULD...

Sep 20, 2011 Electrical System 75,000 mi

NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, REPLACED IT AND STILL HAVING ORIGINAL PROBLEM. AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY AND COMING TO COMPLETE STOP, TRANSMISSION WILL WHINE OUT IN 1ST GEAR, WILL NOT SHIFT UNLESS YOU STOP ACCELERATING. ALARM SYSTEM WENT OFF AND WOULD NOT STOP, LIGHTS WOULD...

Sep 20, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE SHOULDER AND WAS TOWED TO HER HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE...

Sep 20, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, REPLACED IT AND STILL HAVING ORIGINAL PROBLEM. AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY AND COMING TO COMPLETE STOP, TRANSMISSION WILL WHINE OUT IN 1ST GEAR, WILL NOT SHIFT UNLESS YOU STOP ACCELERATING. ALARM SYSTEM WENT OFF AND WOULD NOT STOP, LIGHTS WOULD...

Sep 20, 2011 Electrical System 75,000 mi

NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, REPLACED IT AND STILL HAVING ORIGINAL PROBLEM. AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY AND COMING TO COMPLETE STOP, TRANSMISSION WILL WHINE OUT IN 1ST GEAR, WILL NOT SHIFT UNLESS YOU STOP ACCELERATING. ALARM SYSTEM WENT OFF AND WOULD NOT STOP, LIGHTS WOULD...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 19, 2011 Electrical System

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 19, 2011 Electrical System

MOISTURE DAMAGE TO POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (COMPUTER SYSTEM). VEHICLE WOULD NOT IDLE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, AND ERRATIC ELECTRONICS RESULTING IN MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT, HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF I W...

Sep 15, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN A MAIN HIGHWAY, WHEN HER FORD FREESTAR LOST ALL POWER FROM THE TRANSMISSION. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. SHE TRIED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN ANY GEAR AND ALL THAT WOULD MOVE WAS THE RPM GAUGE. HER AND MY SON WERE LEFT STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHIC...

Sep 15, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN A MAIN HIGHWAY, WHEN HER FORD FREESTAR LOST ALL POWER FROM THE TRANSMISSION. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. SHE TRIED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN ANY GEAR AND ALL THAT WOULD MOVE WAS THE RPM GAUGE. HER AND MY SON WERE LEFT STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHIC...

Sep 12, 2011 Power Train

ON 9/8/11 I WENT TO GET IN MY CAR TO LEAVE FROM WORK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. IT WOULD CRANK BUT WHEN I PUT IT INTO GEAR IT WOULD NOT MOVE. AFTER TWO DAYS OF TRYING TO GET A TOW TRUCK SMALL ENOUGH TO GET INTO THE PARKING GARAGE AT WORK, MY CAR WAS TOWED TO A CAR SHOP. THE CAR SHOP TOLD ME THER ...

Sep 12, 2011 Power Train

ON 9/8/11 I WENT TO GET IN MY CAR TO LEAVE FROM WORK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. IT WOULD CRANK BUT WHEN I PUT IT INTO GEAR IT WOULD NOT MOVE. AFTER TWO DAYS OF TRYING TO GET A TOW TRUCK SMALL ENOUGH TO GET INTO THE PARKING GARAGE AT WORK, MY CAR WAS TOWED TO A CAR SHOP. THE CAR SHOP TOLD ME THER ...

Sep 10, 2011 Power Train 135,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE VAN JUST SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR. HITTING THE GAS ONLY MADE THE ENGINE REV UP. I COASTED TO A STOP. THE VAN WOULD STILL START AND RUN BUT WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE GEAR SHIFT MOVES BUT NOTHING HAPPENS. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION SENSOR B...

Sep 10, 2011 Power Train 135,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE VAN JUST SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR. HITTING THE GAS ONLY MADE THE ENGINE REV UP. I COASTED TO A STOP. THE VAN WOULD STILL START AND RUN BUT WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE GEAR SHIFT MOVES BUT NOTHING HAPPENS. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION SENSOR B...

Sep 9, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A COMPLAINT TO FORD MOTOR COMPANY FOR A REFUND FOR REPAIRS DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED MOISTURE WAS SEEPING INTO THE COMPUTER. THE PCM WIRE HARNESS HAD TO BE REFLASHED/REPROGRAMMED. *JB

Sep 9, 2011 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A COMPLAINT TO FORD MOTOR COMPANY FOR A REFUND FOR REPAIRS DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED MOISTURE WAS SEEPING INTO THE COMPUTER. THE PCM WIRE HARNESS HAD TO BE REFLASHED/REPROGRAMMED. *JB

Sep 8, 2011 Power Train 32,432 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS...

Sep 8, 2011 Power Train 32,432 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS...

Sep 7, 2011 Power Train 43,000 mi

BOUGHT THIS VAN USED AT 43,000 MILES IN 2010,,,CONCERNED BECAUSE TRANSMISSION HAD BEEN REBUILT...BOUGHT EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR 12 MONTH/12,000 MILES...HAD TROUBLE IN DEC. 2010 TOOK TO DEALER...THEY REPLACED SENSOR....WARRANTY WENT OUT IN FEB. 2011....HAD TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION IN 7/2011 3RD TRA...

Sep 7, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I KNOW THAT THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AND SOME OF THEM AFTER ALREADY HAVING IT REPLACED BEFORE. FORD SHOULD BE FORCED TO ISSUE A RECALL!!! *TR

Sep 7, 2011 Power Train 43,000 mi

BOUGHT THIS VAN USED AT 43,000 MILES IN 2010,,,CONCERNED BECAUSE TRANSMISSION HAD BEEN REBUILT...BOUGHT EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR 12 MONTH/12,000 MILES...HAD TROUBLE IN DEC. 2010 TOOK TO DEALER...THEY REPLACED SENSOR....WARRANTY WENT OUT IN FEB. 2011....HAD TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION IN 7/2011 3RD TRA...

Sep 7, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I KNOW THAT THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AND SOME OF THEM AFTER ALREADY HAVING IT REPLACED BEFORE. FORD SHOULD BE FORCED TO ISSUE A RECALL!!! *TR

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST FORWARD MOTION ON A BUSY STREET WITH NO SHOULDER. COASTED TO STOP WITH ENGINE RUNNING. PUT ON FLASHERS, BUT VEHICLES HAD TO SWERVE TO GO AROUND THE VAN. VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST FORWARD MOTION ON A BUSY STREET WITH NO SHOULDER. COASTED TO STOP WITH ENGINE RUNNING. PUT ON FLASHERS, BUT VEHICLES HAD TO SWERVE TO GO AROUND THE VAN. VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TR

Sep 1, 2011 Equipment

CPSC# I1180537A. 2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATED HE HAD A FLAT TIRE. WHEN TRYING TO CHANGE HIS TIRE THE JACK CAME APART AND THE CAR CAME DOWN ON HIS ARM. HE BELIEVE THIS IS A POTENTIAL DANGER. *LN... UPDATED 09/15/11 *BF UPDATED 2/28/12 *CN

Sep 1, 2011 Equipment

CPSC# I1180537A. 2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATED HE HAD A FLAT TIRE. WHEN TRYING TO CHANGE HIS TIRE THE JACK CAME APART AND THE CAR CAME DOWN ON HIS ARM. HE BELIEVE THIS IS A POTENTIAL DANGER. *LN... UPDATED 09/15/11 *BF UPDATED 2/28/12 *CN

Aug 26, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR SE HAS APPROX. 70,000 MILES BOUGHT IT FOR A RETAIL OF 9,400 DOLLARS AND 4 MONTHS LATER THE TRANSMISSION GOES OUT (IN MARCH OF 2011). THANK GOD IT MY WIFE AND KID DIDN'T GET INTO A CRASH ON THE HIGHWAY WITH IT. WE JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO LOOK AT IT AGAIN B...

Aug 26, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR SE HAS APPROX. 70,000 MILES BOUGHT IT FOR A RETAIL OF 9,400 DOLLARS AND 4 MONTHS LATER THE TRANSMISSION GOES OUT (IN MARCH OF 2011). THANK GOD IT MY WIFE AND KID DIDN'T GET INTO A CRASH ON THE HIGHWAY WITH IT. WE JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO LOOK AT IT AGAIN B...

Aug 23, 2011 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY AS...

Aug 23, 2011 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY AS...

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 61,312 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 61000 MILES ON IT AND I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS NO SOUNDS NO NOTHING AND TODAY ON MY WAY HOME ON THE HIGHWAY IT JUST STOPPED MOVING LIKE I WAS IN NEUTRAL BUT I WAS IN DRIVE. I HAD TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY AS THERE WERE SEVERAL LARGE TRUCKS COMING UP BEHIND ME. I BARELY ...

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 61,312 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 61000 MILES ON IT AND I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS NO SOUNDS NO NOTHING AND TODAY ON MY WAY HOME ON THE HIGHWAY IT JUST STOPPED MOVING LIKE I WAS IN NEUTRAL BUT I WAS IN DRIVE. I HAD TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY AS THERE WERE SEVERAL LARGE TRUCKS COMING UP BEHIND ME. I BARELY ...

Aug 10, 2011 Traction Control System 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND ALL OF LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND LOCATED THE ...

Aug 10, 2011 Traction Control System 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND ALL OF LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND LOCATED THE ...

Aug 9, 2011 Power Train 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE AT THE TRANSMISSION AND ADVISED THE TRANSMISSION BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTAC...

Aug 9, 2011 Power Train 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE AT THE TRANSMISSION AND ADVISED THE TRANSMISSION BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTAC...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 36,825 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 36,000 MILES WAS DRIVING HOME ON SURFACE ROAD ALONG A 2 MILE STRAIGHT AWAY VEHICLE BUCKED, (SURGED AND SLOWED) WHILE DRIVING 40 MILES AN HOUR PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND REVVED THE ENGINE JUST FINE PUT IT BACK INTO GEAR AND IT DROVE ABOUT ANOTHER MILE DID IT AGAIN... SAME RESPONSE ON M...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 64000 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HIGHWAY WITH MY HUSBAND AND 5 CHILDREN IN THE CAR, IT JUST REVVED UP WITHOUT WARNING AND STARTED TO SLOW DOWN. NO DRIVE, REVERSE, LOW... NOTHING. THE TRANSMISSION JUST TOOK A VACATION. LUCKY AAA WAS CLOSE BY AND GOT THE CAR TO...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 66,600 mi

I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM THAT EVERYONE ELSE IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. DRIVING ALONG AT 30 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN COMPLETE POWER LOSS AND REVVING. TOWED THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC AND ALSO STATED I NEEDED A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. MILEAGE ONLY 66,600. SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE! *TR

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 36,825 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 36,000 MILES WAS DRIVING HOME ON SURFACE ROAD ALONG A 2 MILE STRAIGHT AWAY VEHICLE BUCKED, (SURGED AND SLOWED) WHILE DRIVING 40 MILES AN HOUR PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND REVVED THE ENGINE JUST FINE PUT IT BACK INTO GEAR AND IT DROVE ABOUT ANOTHER MILE DID IT AGAIN... SAME RESPONSE ON M...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 64000 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HIGHWAY WITH MY HUSBAND AND 5 CHILDREN IN THE CAR, IT JUST REVVED UP WITHOUT WARNING AND STARTED TO SLOW DOWN. NO DRIVE, REVERSE, LOW... NOTHING. THE TRANSMISSION JUST TOOK A VACATION. LUCKY AAA WAS CLOSE BY AND GOT THE CAR TO...

Aug 8, 2011 Power Train 66,600 mi

I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM THAT EVERYONE ELSE IS COMPLAINING ABOUT. DRIVING ALONG AT 30 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN COMPLETE POWER LOSS AND REVVING. TOWED THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC AND ALSO STATED I NEEDED A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. MILEAGE ONLY 66,600. SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE! *TR

Aug 4, 2011 Power Train 102,296 mi

THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WRINGING OR PRIOR INDICATION THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG. MY WIFE BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVE AND THEN PUT THE VAN IN DRIVE AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. ALSO TRIED REVERSE AND IT NO LONGER WORKS EITHER. THIS NEEDS TO BE A RECALL BASED...

Aug 4, 2011 Power Train 102,296 mi

THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WRINGING OR PRIOR INDICATION THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG. MY WIFE BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVE AND THEN PUT THE VAN IN DRIVE AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. ALSO TRIED REVERSE AND IT NO LONGER WORKS EITHER. THIS NEEDS TO BE A RECALL BASED...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Aug 1, 2011 Tires 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Aug 1, 2011 Power Train 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Aug 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Aug 1, 2011 Tires 79,000 mi

I HAD TAKEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO BE CHECKED FOR A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. THEN LATER I HAD TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALER FOR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO BE DIAGNOSED - THEY CLAIMED THAT IT COULDN'T BE DIAGNOSED BECAUSE IT DIDN'T WRITE THE CODE PROPERLY. ...

Jul 30, 2011 Power Train 69,613 mi

TRANS WENT OUT 10/09 WITH 69613 ML. HAD IT REPAIRED. SAID IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. ON 2/11, 88K ML ON VAN, 18K ML ON REBUILT TRANS, IT WENT OUT AGAIN. I WAS LUCKY, BOTH TIMES IT QUIT WHEN MY WIFE WAS IN THE DRIVE WAY SO NO ONE WAS HURT. I HAVEN'T HAD IT REPAIRED AS YET, STI...

Jul 30, 2011 Power Train 69,613 mi

TRANS WENT OUT 10/09 WITH 69613 ML. HAD IT REPAIRED. SAID IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. ON 2/11, 88K ML ON VAN, 18K ML ON REBUILT TRANS, IT WENT OUT AGAIN. I WAS LUCKY, BOTH TIMES IT QUIT WHEN MY WIFE WAS IN THE DRIVE WAY SO NO ONE WAS HURT. I HAVEN'T HAD IT REPAIRED AS YET, STI...

Jul 29, 2011 Power Train 66,599 mi

I HAVE 05 FORD FREESTAR WITH ONLY 66K MILES, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. I HAD 6 KIDS WITH ME GOING CAMPING. OUR PLAN FAILED BECAUSE OF THIS I HAVE TO TOW IT ABOUT 600 MILES. I DON'T DRIVE IT SINCE THAN BECAUSE IT IS TO EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR. WILL NEVER BUY FOUND ON ROAD DEAD AGAIN. *TR

Jul 29, 2011 Power Train 66,599 mi

I HAVE 05 FORD FREESTAR WITH ONLY 66K MILES, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. I HAD 6 KIDS WITH ME GOING CAMPING. OUR PLAN FAILED BECAUSE OF THIS I HAVE TO TOW IT ABOUT 600 MILES. I DON'T DRIVE IT SINCE THAN BECAUSE IT IS TO EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR. WILL NEVER BUY FOUND ON ROAD DEAD AGAIN. *TR

Jul 27, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

COMPLETE LOSS OF MOVEMENT POWER ON I-85 S ABOUT 20 MILES NORTH OF ATLANTA, GA. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO MALL OF GEORGIA FORD IN SUGAR HILL, GA. DIAGNOSED AS COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO INJURY OR ACCIDENT CAUSED BY FAILURE. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE FOR FREESTARS IN MODEL YEARS 2004 AND...

Jul 27, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

COMPLETE LOSS OF MOVEMENT POWER ON I-85 S ABOUT 20 MILES NORTH OF ATLANTA, GA. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO MALL OF GEORGIA FORD IN SUGAR HILL, GA. DIAGNOSED AS COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO INJURY OR ACCIDENT CAUSED BY FAILURE. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE FOR FREESTARS IN MODEL YEARS 2004 AND...

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 45,895 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT NIGHT IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE IT LOST POWER COMPLETELY. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING, BUT WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE NOTHING HAPPENED. NO ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON BEFORE THIS HAPPENED. ABOUT A WEEK AGO, I N...

Jul 26, 2011 Power Train 45,895 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT NIGHT IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE IT LOST POWER COMPLETELY. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING, BUT WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE NOTHING HAPPENED. NO ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON BEFORE THIS HAPPENED. ABOUT A WEEK AGO, I N...

Jul 25, 2011 Electrical System 85,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS STOP DRIVING.IT STARTS BUT WHEN I SHIFT INTO GEARS THE CAR DOES NOTHING. IT WON'T DRIVE OR GO IN REVERSE. I HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID WATER GOT INTO THE PCM. AND WOULD COST ABOUT $1200 TO FIX.I HAVE NOTICE MANY OTHER 2005 FORD FREESTARS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 85,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS STOP DRIVING.IT STARTS BUT WHEN I SHIFT INTO GEARS THE CAR DOES NOTHING. IT WON'T DRIVE OR GO IN REVERSE. I HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID WATER GOT INTO THE PCM. AND WOULD COST ABOUT $1200 TO FIX.I HAVE NOTICE MANY OTHER 2005 FORD FREESTARS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 129,000 mi

MOVING ON INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH IN HIGH GEAR. TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILS WITHOUT WARNING RESULTING IN SUDDEN COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. TACHOMETER RISES TO 6000 RPM'S. ABLE TO PULL ONTO SHOULDER. TRANSMISSION REPAIRED AT FORD DEALER FOR $3400. *TR

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 86,108 mi

LAST SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2011, MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR (JUST OVER 86,000 MILES) IN REVERSE. HE STOPPED, PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. NOT REVERSE, NOT DRIVE, NOT FIRST OR THIRD--NOTHING. FORTUNATELY HE WAS ABLE TO GET IT PUSHED INTO A PARKING STALL AND OUT ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 66,300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE AND SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND SLOWLY DECREASE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE TO THE VEHICLE FAILURE. A LOCAL MECHANIC DI...

Jul 25, 2011 Electrical System 85,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS STOP DRIVING.IT STARTS BUT WHEN I SHIFT INTO GEARS THE CAR DOES NOTHING. IT WON'T DRIVE OR GO IN REVERSE. I HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID WATER GOT INTO THE PCM. AND WOULD COST ABOUT $1200 TO FIX.I HAVE NOTICE MANY OTHER 2005 FORD FREESTARS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 85,500 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS STOP DRIVING.IT STARTS BUT WHEN I SHIFT INTO GEARS THE CAR DOES NOTHING. IT WON'T DRIVE OR GO IN REVERSE. I HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID WATER GOT INTO THE PCM. AND WOULD COST ABOUT $1200 TO FIX.I HAVE NOTICE MANY OTHER 2005 FORD FREESTARS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 129,000 mi

MOVING ON INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH IN HIGH GEAR. TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILS WITHOUT WARNING RESULTING IN SUDDEN COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. TACHOMETER RISES TO 6000 RPM'S. ABLE TO PULL ONTO SHOULDER. TRANSMISSION REPAIRED AT FORD DEALER FOR $3400. *TR

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 86,108 mi

LAST SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2011, MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR (JUST OVER 86,000 MILES) IN REVERSE. HE STOPPED, PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. NOT REVERSE, NOT DRIVE, NOT FIRST OR THIRD--NOTHING. FORTUNATELY HE WAS ABLE TO GET IT PUSHED INTO A PARKING STALL AND OUT ...

Jul 25, 2011 Power Train 66,300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE AND SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND SLOWLY DECREASE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE TO THE VEHICLE FAILURE. A LOCAL MECHANIC DI...

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAD TO BE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED NEW TRANSMISSION NEEDED. PAST PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE INCLUDE COMPUTER CHIP REPLACED AFTER GETTING IT HOME FROM DEALER BRAND NEW. ALSO BOTH POWER STEERING HOSES FAILED.

Jul 23, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAD TO BE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED NEW TRANSMISSION NEEDED. PAST PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE INCLUDE COMPUTER CHIP REPLACED AFTER GETTING IT HOME FROM DEALER BRAND NEW. ALSO BOTH POWER STEERING HOSES FAILED.

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHILE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL DUE AS A RESULT. NO ONE WAS INJURED DURING THE CRASH. THE CONTA...

Jul 22, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD WHILE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL DUE AS A RESULT. NO ONE WAS INJURED DURING THE CRASH. THE CONTA...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 74,912 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AWAY FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT 5 MPH THE TORQUE CONVERTED FAILED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO A MECHANIC. AFTER INSP...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 118,091 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED ON 2005 FREESTAR. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 118,091 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED ON 2005 FREESTAR. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 74,912 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED AS SHE WAS DRIVING AWAY FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT 5 MPH THE TORQUE CONVERTED FAILED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO A MECHANIC. AFTER INSP...

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 118,091 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED ON 2005 FREESTAR. *KB

Jul 20, 2011 Power Train 118,091 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED ON 2005 FREESTAR. *KB

Jul 12, 2011 Power Train 131,982 mi

NOVEMBER OF 2010 WE WERE COMING OFF OF AN EXIT RAMP AND THE VAN DIED. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NOT A THING. THE TRANSMISSION HAD BEEN A LITTLE SLUGGISH COMING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR THE DAY BEFORE BUT FINE THAT DAY. HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. JULY 2012. TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO JERK WHEN GOING I...

Jul 12, 2011 Power Train 131,982 mi

NOVEMBER OF 2010 WE WERE COMING OFF OF AN EXIT RAMP AND THE VAN DIED. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NOT A THING. THE TRANSMISSION HAD BEEN A LITTLE SLUGGISH COMING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR THE DAY BEFORE BUT FINE THAT DAY. HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. JULY 2012. TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO JERK WHEN GOING I...

Jul 11, 2011 Power Train 121,000 mi

MY VAN SHUDDERED TODAY ON THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WITH MY TWO BOYS IN TOW- HAD TO CROSS OVER TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR SAFETY. HAVE ALREADY REPLACED TRANSMISSION, HAVE A FAULTY ERG VALVE, THE AC COMPRESSOR IS GOING OUT AND WE HAD TO REPLACE THE CAM SENSOR. NOW HAVE A POWERTRAIN ALARM- HA...

Jul 11, 2011 Power Train 121,000 mi

MY VAN SHUDDERED TODAY ON THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WITH MY TWO BOYS IN TOW- HAD TO CROSS OVER TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR SAFETY. HAVE ALREADY REPLACED TRANSMISSION, HAVE A FAULTY ERG VALVE, THE AC COMPRESSOR IS GOING OUT AND WE HAD TO REPLACE THE CAM SENSOR. NOW HAVE A POWERTRAIN ALARM- HA...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

I HAVE A 05 FORD FREESTAR IN THE GARAGE WITH TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS DESCRIBED BY MANY ON THE INTERNET. MY WIFE WAS GOING TO WORK AND THE VAN LOSS ALL POWER FROM THE TRANSMISSION. SHE WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT JUST QUIT. AFTER COASTING TO A STOP SHE CALLED ME. WE HAD TO CALL A WRECKER AND HAD IT TOW...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

I HAVE A 05 FORD FREESTAR IN THE GARAGE WITH TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS DESCRIBED BY MANY ON THE INTERNET. MY WIFE WAS GOING TO WORK AND THE VAN LOSS ALL POWER FROM THE TRANSMISSION. SHE WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND IT JUST QUIT. AFTER COASTING TO A STOP SHE CALLED ME. WE HAD TO CALL A WRECKER AND HAD IT TOW...

Jul 4, 2011 Traction Control System 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 75,000 MILES. TRACTION CONTROL OFF LIGHT ILLUMINATES APPROXIMATELY 2 MINUTES AFTER VAN IS IN DRIVE. WHEN TIRES START TO SPIN, THE COMPUTER DISPLAYS "TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE". POSSIBLE FALSE WARNING LIGHT? *TR

Jul 4, 2011 Wheels 89,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 89,000 MILES. HIGH PITCH "WHISTLING" NOISE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WHEEL. BEARING SEAL WAS BAD. A BEARING HUB ASSEMBLY, COSTING $225, WAS NEEDED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 4, 2011 Power Train 94,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 94,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION SLIPS SLIGHTLY AND ENGAGES HARD WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND ALSO FROM NEUTRAL INTO DRIVE. THIS PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN BACKING OUT OF GARAGE AND THEN PULLING FORWARD ONTO STREET. *TR

Jul 4, 2011 Traction Control System 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 75,000 MILES. TRACTION CONTROL OFF LIGHT ILLUMINATES APPROXIMATELY 2 MINUTES AFTER VAN IS IN DRIVE. WHEN TIRES START TO SPIN, THE COMPUTER DISPLAYS "TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE". POSSIBLE FALSE WARNING LIGHT? *TR

Jul 4, 2011 Wheels 89,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 89,000 MILES. HIGH PITCH "WHISTLING" NOISE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WHEEL. BEARING SEAL WAS BAD. A BEARING HUB ASSEMBLY, COSTING $225, WAS NEEDED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 4, 2011 Power Train 94,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 94,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION SLIPS SLIGHTLY AND ENGAGES HARD WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND ALSO FROM NEUTRAL INTO DRIVE. THIS PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN BACKING OUT OF GARAGE AND THEN PULLING FORWARD ONTO STREET. *TR

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND THEN STALLED. THE FUEL GAUGE WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN IN...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND THEN STALLED. THE FUEL GAUGE WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN IN...

Jun 28, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION JUST FAILED. LUCKILY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A LOCAL STREET AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL INTO A BUS STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED AND JUST FOUND OUT THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAS TO BE REBUILT. WE STILL HAVE PAYMENTS LEFT AND WE ONLY ONE VEHICLE. IT COULD TAKE UPTO A WEEK TO FIX. *TR

Jun 28, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION JUST FAILED. LUCKILY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A LOCAL STREET AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL INTO A BUS STOP. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED AND JUST FOUND OUT THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAS TO BE REBUILT. WE STILL HAVE PAYMENTS LEFT AND WE ONLY ONE VEHICLE. IT COULD TAKE UPTO A WEEK TO FIX. *TR

Jun 27, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PROBLEM WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN THE PAST. I WAS DRIVING ALONG ON AN INTERSTATE AND EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ANYMORE. *TR

Jun 27, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PROBLEM WITH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN THE PAST. I WAS DRIVING ALONG ON AN INTERSTATE AND EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ANYMORE. *TR

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO VALID WARRANTY AND OFFERED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE...

Jun 21, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO VALID WARRANTY AND OFFERED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE...

Jun 20, 2011 Power Train 81,434 mi

DRIVING FROM ABILENE, TX TO PADRE ISLAND, ON IH-10 BETWEEN JUNCTION AND KERRVILLE, TX. CRUISE SET FOR 70-71. TOPED A GRADE IN ROAD, INSTEAD OF RETURNING TO REGUALR GEAR TRANSMISSION QUIT, SPEEDOMETER STARTED DROPING AND TACHOMETER REVED UP TO 6,000 RPM. ENGINE RAN NORMALLY BEFORE INCIDENT AND RUNS ...

Jun 20, 2011 Power Train 81,434 mi

DRIVING FROM ABILENE, TX TO PADRE ISLAND, ON IH-10 BETWEEN JUNCTION AND KERRVILLE, TX. CRUISE SET FOR 70-71. TOPED A GRADE IN ROAD, INSTEAD OF RETURNING TO REGUALR GEAR TRANSMISSION QUIT, SPEEDOMETER STARTED DROPING AND TACHOMETER REVED UP TO 6,000 RPM. ENGINE RAN NORMALLY BEFORE INCIDENT AND RUNS ...

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 62,383 mi

ON INTERSTATE GOING 70MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN INSTANTLY ENGINE STARTED RACING THEN IMMEDIATELY STOPPED. THE ENGINE WAS STILL ON BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE. WE HAD TO PUSH IT OUT OF THE HIGHWAY. THE ENGINE WOULD START, BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO ANY GEAR. IT WENT FROM CRUISING AT 70MPH ...

Jun 18, 2011 Power Train 62,383 mi

ON INTERSTATE GOING 70MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN INSTANTLY ENGINE STARTED RACING THEN IMMEDIATELY STOPPED. THE ENGINE WAS STILL ON BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE. WE HAD TO PUSH IT OUT OF THE HIGHWAY. THE ENGINE WOULD START, BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO ANY GEAR. IT WENT FROM CRUISING AT 70MPH ...

Jun 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,234 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD, ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN. THE CONTACT HAD TO QUICKLY APPLY THE BRAKES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. DURING THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO SAFE MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Jun 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. DRIVING NORMALLY, STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, WHEN LIGHT CHANGED TO PROCEED VAN STALLED. STARTED VEHICLE BUT WOULD STALL ONCE SHIFTED INTO GEAR. MANAGED TO DRIVE IN REVERSE INTO A PARKING LOT UNTIL TOW TRUCK ARRIVED. *TR

Jun 14, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 78,234 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD, ALMOST HITTING A PEDESTRIAN. THE CONTACT HAD TO QUICKLY APPLY THE BRAKES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. DURING THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO SAFE MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Jun 14, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. DRIVING NORMALLY, STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, WHEN LIGHT CHANGED TO PROCEED VAN STALLED. STARTED VEHICLE BUT WOULD STALL ONCE SHIFTED INTO GEAR. MANAGED TO DRIVE IN REVERSE INTO A PARKING LOT UNTIL TOW TRUCK ARRIVED. *TR

Jun 10, 2011 Power Train 128,794 mi

DRIVING IN THE FAR LEFT LANE OF I-75 AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE RPM'S ROSE AND I HAD TO COAST ACROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF I-L75. MY TRANSMISSION HAD WENT OUT. I COULD PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. I COULD HAVE BEEN INJURED OR COULD HAV...

Jun 10, 2011 Power Train 128,794 mi

DRIVING IN THE FAR LEFT LANE OF I-75 AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE RPM'S ROSE AND I HAD TO COAST ACROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF I-L75. MY TRANSMISSION HAD WENT OUT. I COULD PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. I COULD HAVE BEEN INJURED OR COULD HAV...

Jun 9, 2011 Power Train 76,172 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE REVVED UP BUT THE CAR DID NOT MOVE. THE CAR BLOCKED TRAFFIC UNTIL A POLICE OFFICER ARRIVED AND PUSHED THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. FORTUNATELY THIS INCIDENT DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE CARE WAS TOWED TO ...

Jun 9, 2011 Power Train 76,172 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE REVVED UP BUT THE CAR DID NOT MOVE. THE CAR BLOCKED TRAFFIC UNTIL A POLICE OFFICER ARRIVED AND PUSHED THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. FORTUNATELY THIS INCIDENT DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE CARE WAS TOWED TO ...

Jun 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 180,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY WHILE TRYING TO MOVE TO THE OTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVE TO THE SHOULDER AND TURNED THEN BACK ON; HOWEVER, IT WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jun 6, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT APPROXIMATELY 68,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE RPMS STARTED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP...

Jun 6, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT APPROXIMATELY 68,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE RPMS STARTED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP...

Jun 6, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 180,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY WHILE TRYING TO MOVE TO THE OTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVE TO THE SHOULDER AND TURNED THEN BACK ON; HOWEVER, IT WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jun 6, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT APPROXIMATELY 68,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE RPMS STARTED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP...

Jun 6, 2011 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT APPROXIMATELY 68,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE RPMS STARTED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP...

Jun 3, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 75 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE GRADUALLY DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE INVERTER AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUF...

Jun 3, 2011 Power Train 66,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 75 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE GRADUALLY DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE INVERTER AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUF...

Jun 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 51,000 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED TO GET ONTO THE HIGHWAY THE VAN STALLED WHEN PASSING 2000 RPM(S) WITH NO WARNING. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND LOSS ALL POWER TO THE CAR. WITH THE STEERING LOCKED PULLING OFF TO THE SHOULDER WAS NEAR IMPOSSIBLE. THE VEHICLES BEHIND HAD TO...

Jun 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 51,000 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED TO GET ONTO THE HIGHWAY THE VAN STALLED WHEN PASSING 2000 RPM(S) WITH NO WARNING. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND LOSS ALL POWER TO THE CAR. WITH THE STEERING LOCKED PULLING OFF TO THE SHOULDER WAS NEAR IMPOSSIBLE. THE VEHICLES BEHIND HAD TO...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 3.9L 130,000 MILE. WHILE DRIVING DOWN MAJOR STATE ROUTE WITH MY 6 YEAR OLD IN THE CAR MY ENGINE JUST STOPPED, LOST POWER STEERING, BRAKES BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER ON SIDE OF ROAD. HAD TO WAIT TWO HOURS FOR A TOW TRUCK TO COME. AFTER SHOP INSPECTED, THEY FOUND THE PCM WAS FULL OF ...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 3.9L 130,000 MILE. WHILE DRIVING DOWN MAJOR STATE ROUTE WITH MY 6 YEAR OLD IN THE CAR MY ENGINE JUST STOPPED, LOST POWER STEERING, BRAKES BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER ON SIDE OF ROAD. HAD TO WAIT TWO HOURS FOR A TOW TRUCK TO COME. AFTER SHOP INSPECTED, THEY FOUND THE PCM WAS FULL OF ...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EVENTUALLY STALL AND IMMEDIATELY RESTART BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 49,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE FAILURE WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE...

May 17, 2011 Power Train 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EVENTUALLY STALL AND IMMEDIATELY RESTART BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

May 9, 2011 Power Train 116,176 mi

ON SAT. MAY 7, 2011 MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR QUIT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON AN OPEN HIGHWAY. I LOST SPEED WHILE MOTOR CONTINUED RUNNING.I PULLED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TURNED OFF ENGINE RESTARTED FINE, BUT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. I WAS STRANDED GOING TO WORK. WE THINK IT MIGHT BE...

May 9, 2011 Power Train 116,176 mi

ON SAT. MAY 7, 2011 MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR QUIT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON AN OPEN HIGHWAY. I LOST SPEED WHILE MOTOR CONTINUED RUNNING.I PULLED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TURNED OFF ENGINE RESTARTED FINE, BUT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. I WAS STRANDED GOING TO WORK. WE THINK IT MIGHT BE...

May 5, 2011 Power Train 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 5, 2011 Steering 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 5, 2011 Power Train 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 5, 2011 Steering 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,437 mi

PER FORD SERVICE: WATER IN PCM 5/03/11 SIMILAR PROBLEM 7/15/10 ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME FORD SERVICE WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE CAUSE. AT ABOUT 20 MILES PER HOUR WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE ENGINE STALLED, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED CAUSING ME TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL AND SWER...

May 3, 2011 Power Train 67,200 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR REQUIRED TRANSMISSION REBUILD DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES DAMAGING CLUTCHES AND GEARS. *TR

May 3, 2011 Power Train 67,200 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR REQUIRED TRANSMISSION REBUILD DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES DAMAGING CLUTCHES AND GEARS. *TR

Apr 28, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

HELLO, WHILE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE NYS THRUWAY AT 65MPH THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING FORWARD. I BECAME FRIGHTENED AS CARS AND TRUCKS BEGAN FLYING BY AS I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO SLIP INTO AN OPENING IN THE TRAFFIC AND PULLED MY CAR ONTO T...

Apr 28, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

HELLO, WHILE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE NYS THRUWAY AT 65MPH THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING FORWARD. I BECAME FRIGHTENED AS CARS AND TRUCKS BEGAN FLYING BY AS I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO SLIP INTO AN OPENING IN THE TRAFFIC AND PULLED MY CAR ONTO T...

Apr 26, 2011 Power Train 46,916 mi

STOPPED AT STOP SIGN AND AS SOON AS I TOOK OFF THE GEARS WOULD NOT SHIFT AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I HAD COASTED TO A SIDE STREET WHERE I SAT UNTIL MY VAN WAS TOWED TO MY MECHANIC. AFTER MECHANIC'S REVIEW HE STATED A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER CAUSED DAMAGE TO ALL PARTS INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION RENDER...

Apr 26, 2011 Power Train 46,916 mi

STOPPED AT STOP SIGN AND AS SOON AS I TOOK OFF THE GEARS WOULD NOT SHIFT AND I COULD NOT ACCELERATE. I HAD COASTED TO A SIDE STREET WHERE I SAT UNTIL MY VAN WAS TOWED TO MY MECHANIC. AFTER MECHANIC'S REVIEW HE STATED A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER CAUSED DAMAGE TO ALL PARTS INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION RENDER...

Apr 25, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE GEAR INTO DRIVE BUT GEAR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE AND THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WERE NOT...

Apr 25, 2011 Power Train 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE GEAR INTO DRIVE BUT GEAR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE AND THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WERE NOT...

Apr 22, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL ABNORMALLY WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS WATER IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER W...

Apr 22, 2011 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL ABNORMALLY WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS WATER IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER W...

Apr 21, 2011 Power Train 94,154 mi

THE BRUNSWICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN. ON APRIL 20, 2011 FIVE AGENCY STAFF TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 95 NORTH TO A MEETING TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF 75MPH EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN FAILURE OF POWER CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLOW DOWN EVENTUALLY STOPPING. THE DRIVER IM...

Apr 21, 2011 Power Train 94,154 mi

THE BRUNSWICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN. ON APRIL 20, 2011 FIVE AGENCY STAFF TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 95 NORTH TO A MEETING TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF 75MPH EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN FAILURE OF POWER CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLOW DOWN EVENTUALLY STOPPING. THE DRIVER IM...

Apr 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 103,000 mi

I, ALONG WITH MY DISABLED FATHER AND 3 YR OLD DAUGHTER, WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 41 TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN I TRIED TO PASS SOMEONE AND MY VAN LOST COMPLETE ACCELERATION POWER. I HAD TO GET BACK INTO THE LANE AND COAST TO A SAFE AREA TO STOP AND LEAVE MY VAN. WE WERE SURROUNDED BY CARS T...

Apr 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other 103,000 mi

I, ALONG WITH MY DISABLED FATHER AND 3 YR OLD DAUGHTER, WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 41 TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN I TRIED TO PASS SOMEONE AND MY VAN LOST COMPLETE ACCELERATION POWER. I HAD TO GET BACK INTO THE LANE AND COAST TO A SAFE AREA TO STOP AND LEAVE MY VAN. WE WERE SURROUNDED BY CARS T...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS OPERATING IN NORMAL MANNER IN TRAFFIC. SUDDENLY ALL DRIVE POWER TO THE WHEELS WAS LOST. THERE WAS NO WARNING AT ALL FROM A SOUND TO ANY SHUDDER FROM THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF PROPULSION VERY DANGEROUS IN TRAFFIC MOVING 50 MPH. ENGINE NEVER STALLED OR DIED. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER V...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 55,600 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 55,000 MILES ON IT THAT I BOUGHT NEW . BUT ON APRIL 15 2011 AS I DROVE DOWN THE ROAD AT ABOUT 30PMH I SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER OF FORWARD MOTION. I WAS HEADING TO A HILL . NOT KNOWING WHAT WAS HAPPENING A HIT THE BRAKES TO STOP AND PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TH...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 154,410 mi

DRIVING AT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND I TURNED THE CORNER AND LOST ALL MOTIVE POWER. THE MOTOR RAN FINE BUT THE VAN HAD NO GEARS FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM, I DIDN'T SEE OR HEAR ANYTHING AND NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED. A MECHANI...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS OPERATING IN NORMAL MANNER IN TRAFFIC. SUDDENLY ALL DRIVE POWER TO THE WHEELS WAS LOST. THERE WAS NO WARNING AT ALL FROM A SOUND TO ANY SHUDDER FROM THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF PROPULSION VERY DANGEROUS IN TRAFFIC MOVING 50 MPH. ENGINE NEVER STALLED OR DIED. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER V...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 55,600 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 55,000 MILES ON IT THAT I BOUGHT NEW . BUT ON APRIL 15 2011 AS I DROVE DOWN THE ROAD AT ABOUT 30PMH I SUDDENLY HAD NO POWER OF FORWARD MOTION. I WAS HEADING TO A HILL . NOT KNOWING WHAT WAS HAPPENING A HIT THE BRAKES TO STOP AND PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TH...

Apr 19, 2011 Power Train 154,410 mi

DRIVING AT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND I TURNED THE CORNER AND LOST ALL MOTIVE POWER. THE MOTOR RAN FINE BUT THE VAN HAD NO GEARS FORWARD OR REVERSE. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM, I DIDN'T SEE OR HEAR ANYTHING AND NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED. A MECHANI...

Apr 18, 2011 Power Train 26,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC AND DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WAS N...

Apr 18, 2011 Power Train 26,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC AND DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WAS N...

Apr 14, 2011 Power Train 55,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. THE ACCELERATOR WAS ENGAGED YET THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC SHOP WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEE...

Apr 14, 2011 Power Train 55,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. THE ACCELERATOR WAS ENGAGED YET THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC SHOP WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEE...

Apr 11, 2011 Power Train 66,050 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON I-94, GOING 70 MPH, I ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE TRANSMISSION WAS COMPLETELY GONE. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO A SAFE LOCATION ON THE SIDE OF THE BUSY HIGHWAY WITHOUT THE USE OF A TRANSMISSION. MY HUSBAND AND 2 SMALL CHILDREN WERE IN THE VAN WITH ME ...

Apr 11, 2011 Power Train 66,050 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON I-94, GOING 70 MPH, I ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE TRANSMISSION WAS COMPLETELY GONE. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO A SAFE LOCATION ON THE SIDE OF THE BUSY HIGHWAY WITHOUT THE USE OF A TRANSMISSION. MY HUSBAND AND 2 SMALL CHILDREN WERE IN THE VAN WITH ME ...

Apr 10, 2011 Power Train 22,300 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED HAVING ANY FORWARD AND VERY LIMITED BACKWARD POWER IN MY DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO WARNING AND THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 23,000 MILES. THERE WAS NO WARNING OR PREVIOUS INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. NO TRANSMISSION LEAKS, THE FLUID WAS A NORMAL COLOR. THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REBUILT. *TR

Apr 10, 2011 Power Train 22,300 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED HAVING ANY FORWARD AND VERY LIMITED BACKWARD POWER IN MY DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO WARNING AND THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 23,000 MILES. THERE WAS NO WARNING OR PREVIOUS INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. NO TRANSMISSION LEAKS, THE FLUID WAS A NORMAL COLOR. THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REBUILT. *TR

Apr 8, 2011 Structure 52,491 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SLIDING DOORS WHEN CLOSING DO NOT STOP OR OPEN WHEN AN OBJECT WAS BLOCKING IT. IF SOMEONE WAS IN THE PATH OF THE DOOR WHILE IT WAS CLOSING IT CONTINUED TO CLOSE, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED T...

Apr 8, 2011 Structure 52,491 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SLIDING DOORS WHEN CLOSING DO NOT STOP OR OPEN WHEN AN OBJECT WAS BLOCKING IT. IF SOMEONE WAS IN THE PATH OF THE DOOR WHILE IT WAS CLOSING IT CONTINUED TO CLOSE, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED T...

Apr 4, 2011 Power Train 73,758 mi

MY SON DROVE THE FREESTAR HOME THE NIGHT OF 3/20 AND STATED IT WAS RUNNING A BIT ROUGH. THE NEXT MORNING MY WIFE HAD A HARD TIME STARTING THE CARE TO DRIVE OUR DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL. ONCE SHE GOT THE VEHICLE STARTED AND BACKED IT OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND ...

Apr 4, 2011 Power Train 73,758 mi

MY SON DROVE THE FREESTAR HOME THE NIGHT OF 3/20 AND STATED IT WAS RUNNING A BIT ROUGH. THE NEXT MORNING MY WIFE HAD A HARD TIME STARTING THE CARE TO DRIVE OUR DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL. ONCE SHE GOT THE VEHICLE STARTED AND BACKED IT OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND ...

Mar 31, 2011 Power Train 153,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN SHE PULLED OUT OF OUR DRIVE WAY AND DROVE ABOUT A 1/2 MILE AND THE CAR JUST STOPPED GOING FORWARD. SHE TRIED PUSHING THE GAS AND THEY ENGINE JUST REVS UP. LUCKILY A NEIGHBOR WAS COMING UP AND TOOK HER HOME. WE YOU START THE CAR IT WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR. ...

Mar 31, 2011 Power Train 54,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LTD MINIVAN HAS EXPERIENCED SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER SYMPTOMATIC OF A TRANSMISSION FAILURE, WHICH NO WARNING OR SIGNS OF A PENDING FAILURE. THIS OCCURRED WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING, AND ALTHOUGH IT DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT OR SERIOUS INCIDENT, IT COULD HAVE. THE VAN HAS BEEN...

Mar 31, 2011 Power Train 153,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN SHE PULLED OUT OF OUR DRIVE WAY AND DROVE ABOUT A 1/2 MILE AND THE CAR JUST STOPPED GOING FORWARD. SHE TRIED PUSHING THE GAS AND THEY ENGINE JUST REVS UP. LUCKILY A NEIGHBOR WAS COMING UP AND TOOK HER HOME. WE YOU START THE CAR IT WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR. ...

Mar 31, 2011 Power Train 54,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LTD MINIVAN HAS EXPERIENCED SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER SYMPTOMATIC OF A TRANSMISSION FAILURE, WHICH NO WARNING OR SIGNS OF A PENDING FAILURE. THIS OCCURRED WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING, AND ALTHOUGH IT DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT OR SERIOUS INCIDENT, IT COULD HAVE. THE VAN HAS BEEN...

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER ABNORMALLY WITH AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER, SHAFT AND A PUMP W...

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER ABNORMALLY WITH AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER, SHAFT AND A PUMP W...

Mar 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,495 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED AGAIN AND THEN IT DIED 5 MORE TIMES. WHEN I WOULD GET IT RESTARTED IT WOULD NOT GO, IT WOULD JERK AND SPUTTER. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS WATER IN WHERE THE COMPUTER WAS HOUSED.THEY HAD LOOKED UP AND...

Mar 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,495 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED AGAIN AND THEN IT DIED 5 MORE TIMES. WHEN I WOULD GET IT RESTARTED IT WOULD NOT GO, IT WOULD JERK AND SPUTTER. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS WATER IN WHERE THE COMPUTER WAS HOUSED.THEY HAD LOOKED UP AND...

Mar 15, 2011 Power Train 86,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS ON THE INTERSTATE WITH MY 2 AND 4 YEAR OLD TRAVELING 70 MPH TODAY(3/15/11). VAN LOST POWER TO TRANSMISSION AND THANKFULLY SHE WAS ABLE TO REACH THE SAFETY OF THE SHOULDER BY WAY OF DODGING TO SEMI TRUCKS COMING UP FAST BEHIND HER. VAN IS AT THE DEALERSHIP NOW TO FIGURE OUT WHAT HAS CAU...

Mar 15, 2011 Power Train 86,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS ON THE INTERSTATE WITH MY 2 AND 4 YEAR OLD TRAVELING 70 MPH TODAY(3/15/11). VAN LOST POWER TO TRANSMISSION AND THANKFULLY SHE WAS ABLE TO REACH THE SAFETY OF THE SHOULDER BY WAY OF DODGING TO SEMI TRUCKS COMING UP FAST BEHIND HER. VAN IS AT THE DEALERSHIP NOW TO FIGURE OUT WHAT HAS CAU...

Mar 12, 2011 Power Train 83,230 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WE BOUGHT IT IN 2008 AND ENJOYED DRIVING IT ALL OVER TEXAS BUT THE REAR BRAKES HAVE ALWAYS HAS MADE A MOANING SOUND NO MATTER WHAT IS REPLACED AND THE FRONT BRAKES RATTLE. DEC 2010 REPLACED THE WATER PUMP, ALTERNATOR, ILDER PULLEY AND BELT TENSIONER BEFORE I FOUND THE SO...

Mar 12, 2011 Power Train 83,230 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WE BOUGHT IT IN 2008 AND ENJOYED DRIVING IT ALL OVER TEXAS BUT THE REAR BRAKES HAVE ALWAYS HAS MADE A MOANING SOUND NO MATTER WHAT IS REPLACED AND THE FRONT BRAKES RATTLE. DEC 2010 REPLACED THE WATER PUMP, ALTERNATOR, ILDER PULLEY AND BELT TENSIONER BEFORE I FOUND THE SO...

Mar 10, 2011 Power Train 71,500 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF DAYS I NOTICED IT WOULD SHIFT HARD WHEN I PUT IT INTO DRIVE. THEN ON TUESDAY, 3/8/11 ME AND MY FAMILY WAS ON THE HIGHWAY, MY HUSBAND DRIVING, AND NOTICED THE VAN WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO 3RD GEAR. WE PULLED OVER AND CHECKED TRANSMISSION FLUID A...

Mar 10, 2011 Power Train 71,500 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF DAYS I NOTICED IT WOULD SHIFT HARD WHEN I PUT IT INTO DRIVE. THEN ON TUESDAY, 3/8/11 ME AND MY FAMILY WAS ON THE HIGHWAY, MY HUSBAND DRIVING, AND NOTICED THE VAN WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO 3RD GEAR. WE PULLED OVER AND CHECKED TRANSMISSION FLUID A...

Mar 7, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

THE DAY AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STARTED STALLING OUT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON. I THOUGHT IT WAS A SENSOR AS I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM LAST YEAR AFTER A HEAVY RAIN & TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE CAM SENSOR WHICH SOLVED THE PROBLEM. THIS TIME THE MECHANIC SAID ...

Mar 7, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

THE DAY AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STARTED STALLING OUT AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON. I THOUGHT IT WAS A SENSOR AS I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM LAST YEAR AFTER A HEAVY RAIN & TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE CAM SENSOR WHICH SOLVED THE PROBLEM. THIS TIME THE MECHANIC SAID ...

Mar 6, 2011 Power Train 80,939 mi

WE WERE RUNNING SOME ERRANDS ON 3/4/11. IT WAS RAINING . DIFFERENT TIMES I NOTICE A LITTLE BIT OF HESITANCY WHEN LEAVING THE MALLS & PULLING AWAY FROM STOPLIGHTS & STOPSIGNS. ON 3/5/11 WE WERE BACKING OUT OF OUR DRIVEWAY & PROCEEDED TO PUT IN DRIVE, VAN KIND OF CHUG A LUG AND WENT MAYBE 30 FT & S...

Mar 6, 2011 Power Train 43,309 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF THE PROBLEM AND HE NARRATES THE EVENTS BELOW. I WAS COMING OUT OF A BASEBALL GAME AND AFTER A STOP SIGN I STARTED MOVING OUT FROM AN INTERSECTION TURNING RIGHT WITH TRAFFIC FROM THE LEFT. SUDDENLY, THE 2005 FREESTAR MADE A NOISE AND ACCELERATE...

Mar 6, 2011 Power Train 80,939 mi

WE WERE RUNNING SOME ERRANDS ON 3/4/11. IT WAS RAINING . DIFFERENT TIMES I NOTICE A LITTLE BIT OF HESITANCY WHEN LEAVING THE MALLS & PULLING AWAY FROM STOPLIGHTS & STOPSIGNS. ON 3/5/11 WE WERE BACKING OUT OF OUR DRIVEWAY & PROCEEDED TO PUT IN DRIVE, VAN KIND OF CHUG A LUG AND WENT MAYBE 30 FT & S...

Mar 6, 2011 Power Train 43,309 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF THE PROBLEM AND HE NARRATES THE EVENTS BELOW. I WAS COMING OUT OF A BASEBALL GAME AND AFTER A STOP SIGN I STARTED MOVING OUT FROM AN INTERSECTION TURNING RIGHT WITH TRAFFIC FROM THE LEFT. SUDDENLY, THE 2005 FREESTAR MADE A NOISE AND ACCELERATE...

Mar 4, 2011 Power Train 77,069 mi

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 75 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, ENGINE RPM RAPIDLY INCREASED AND VEHICLE SLOWED IN SPEED. CRUISE CONTROL WAS DISENGAGED, DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR CAUSED AN INCREASE IN RPM, BUT VEHICLE HAD NO MOTIVE POWER. PULLEDTO SHOULDER OF INTERSTATE, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEA...

Mar 4, 2011 Power Train 77,069 mi

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 75 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, ENGINE RPM RAPIDLY INCREASED AND VEHICLE SLOWED IN SPEED. CRUISE CONTROL WAS DISENGAGED, DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR CAUSED AN INCREASE IN RPM, BUT VEHICLE HAD NO MOTIVE POWER. PULLEDTO SHOULDER OF INTERSTATE, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEA...

Mar 2, 2011 Power Train 72,082 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR NEW AND WITH 72,082 MILES I HAD TO HAVE THE TORQUE CONVERTER, BANNER KIT, HARDENED PUMP SHAFT WITH PUMP GEARS REPLACED. WE WERE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AND FELT A THUMP LIKE WE HAD RUN OVER SOMETHING. PRIOR TO THAT THE VAN WOULD SHAKE AT 30 TO 40 MILES PER HOUR. ...

Mar 2, 2011 Power Train 72,082 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR NEW AND WITH 72,082 MILES I HAD TO HAVE THE TORQUE CONVERTER, BANNER KIT, HARDENED PUMP SHAFT WITH PUMP GEARS REPLACED. WE WERE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AND FELT A THUMP LIKE WE HAD RUN OVER SOMETHING. PRIOR TO THAT THE VAN WOULD SHAKE AT 30 TO 40 MILES PER HOUR. ...

Mar 1, 2011 Power Train 88,109 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND WAS REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION. WITHIN 18 MONTHS, THE REBUILT TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILU...

Mar 1, 2011 Power Train 88,109 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND WAS REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION. WITHIN 18 MONTHS, THE REBUILT TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILU...

Feb 28, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING 200FT.BEFORE RAILROAD CROSSING. *TR

Feb 28, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING 200FT.BEFORE RAILROAD CROSSING. *TR

Feb 27, 2011 Power Train 123,000 mi

FIRST AND FOREMOST I AM A MOTHER OF THREE AND USE MY VAN DAILY TAKING MY DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL. THIS IS MY SECOND TIME HAVING TO REPORT TRANSMISSION FAILURE THE FIRST BEING IN JUNE/2010 WE WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE VAN'S TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WE HAD IT FIXED IN JULY 19 2010. THEN AGAIN 2/...

Feb 27, 2011 Power Train 123,000 mi

FIRST AND FOREMOST I AM A MOTHER OF THREE AND USE MY VAN DAILY TAKING MY DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL. THIS IS MY SECOND TIME HAVING TO REPORT TRANSMISSION FAILURE THE FIRST BEING IN JUNE/2010 WE WAS DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE VAN'S TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WE HAD IT FIXED IN JULY 19 2010. THEN AGAIN 2/...

Feb 24, 2011 Air Bags 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR . THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL SINCE DECEMBER 2010. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HER THAT SHE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE CLOCK SPRING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED ...

Feb 24, 2011 Air Bags 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR . THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL SINCE DECEMBER 2010. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HER THAT SHE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE CLOCK SPRING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED ...

Feb 23, 2011 Power Train 87,877 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO WORK. MY TRIP TO WORK WAS JUST LIKE ANY OTHER DAY. NO PROBLEMS AND WORRY FREE. I WAS AT WORK PULLING INTO MY PARKING PLACE AND IT WAS JUST LIKE SOMEONE HAD PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR, OR IN ANY DIRECTION. THIS HA...

Feb 23, 2011 Power Train 87,877 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TO WORK. MY TRIP TO WORK WAS JUST LIKE ANY OTHER DAY. NO PROBLEMS AND WORRY FREE. I WAS AT WORK PULLING INTO MY PARKING PLACE AND IT WAS JUST LIKE SOMEONE HAD PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR, OR IN ANY DIRECTION. THIS HA...

Feb 22, 2011 Power Train 63,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR WOULD NOT MOVE INTO ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A RESPONSE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THEY WILL SEND A LETTER TO THE LOCAL DEALER ON THE CON...

Feb 22, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE,AND I HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM OCCUR TWICE. THE FIRST TIME WAS AT ~30K MILES ON A LOCAL ROAD. THE SECOND WAS AT ~65K MILES ON THE INTERSTATE. BOTH TIMES I WAS ON A GENTLY INCREASING SLOPE AND SUDDENLY LOST DRIVE POWER. IN THE FIRST CASE, I DID NOT HAVE ENO...

Feb 22, 2011 Power Train 63,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREE STAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR WOULD NOT MOVE INTO ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A RESPONSE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THEY WILL SEND A LETTER TO THE LOCAL DEALER ON THE CON...

Feb 22, 2011 Power Train 65,000 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE,AND I HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM OCCUR TWICE. THE FIRST TIME WAS AT ~30K MILES ON A LOCAL ROAD. THE SECOND WAS AT ~65K MILES ON THE INTERSTATE. BOTH TIMES I WAS ON A GENTLY INCREASING SLOPE AND SUDDENLY LOST DRIVE POWER. IN THE FIRST CASE, I DID NOT HAVE ENO...

Feb 20, 2011 Power Train 62,665 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 62,665 MILES. TRANSMISSION WENT WHILE DRIVING WITH NO WARNING. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS REPAIR WILL COST BETWEEN $2500 AND $3500 DOLLARS U.S. LOST ALL POWER CONTROL TO THE VEHICLE. GOING UP HILL STARTED TO ROLL BACKWARDS ONLY OPTION WAS TO STOP. *TR

Feb 20, 2011 Power Train 62,665 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 62,665 MILES. TRANSMISSION WENT WHILE DRIVING WITH NO WARNING. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS REPAIR WILL COST BETWEEN $2500 AND $3500 DOLLARS U.S. LOST ALL POWER CONTROL TO THE VEHICLE. GOING UP HILL STARTED TO ROLL BACKWARDS ONLY OPTION WAS TO STOP. *TR

Feb 15, 2011 Visibility

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 15, 2011 Power Train

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 15, 2011 Electrical System

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 15, 2011 Visibility

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 15, 2011 Power Train

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 15, 2011 Electrical System

WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE LEFT WINDSHIELD WIPER COWLING CAUSED OUR POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE TO GO BAD. THIS REPAIR IS COSTING US ALMOST $1,000.00 DOLLARS TO FIX. UPON RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET WE HAVE COME TO REALIZATION THAT THIS IS A VERY PROLIFIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL OF...

Feb 12, 2011 Power Train 67,324 mi

DRIVING AT 55MPH, TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY DISENGAGED. TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE AFTER STOPPING. NO FLUID LEAKS, HIGH AMOUNT METAL FLAKES IN FLUID, HIGH FLUID LEVEL (NOT CIRCULATING) ALSO SUDDEN AND SLIGHT WHINING NOISE FROM TRANS AS WELL. TORQUE CONVERTER, OR PUMP HAS GONE BAD. *TR

Feb 12, 2011 Power Train 67,324 mi

DRIVING AT 55MPH, TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY DISENGAGED. TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE AFTER STOPPING. NO FLUID LEAKS, HIGH AMOUNT METAL FLAKES IN FLUID, HIGH FLUID LEVEL (NOT CIRCULATING) ALSO SUDDEN AND SLIGHT WHINING NOISE FROM TRANS AS WELL. TORQUE CONVERTER, OR PUMP HAS GONE BAD. *TR

Feb 8, 2011 Power Train 40,986 mi

STALLING OUT OF NOWHERE. *TR

Feb 8, 2011 Power Train 40,986 mi

STALLING OUT OF NOWHERE. *TR

Feb 5, 2011 Power Train 160,000 mi

IN 2006 I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN USED WITH 23,000 MILES ON IT, AND IN 2007 THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED SUDDENLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THE 2007 TRANSMISSION REPAIR COST ME APPROX. $3600. TODAY 02/05/11, I WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPFH ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY(BOTH LANES GOING ONE WAY) WHEN MY VAN STOPPED...

Feb 5, 2011 Power Train 160,000 mi

IN 2006 I PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN USED WITH 23,000 MILES ON IT, AND IN 2007 THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED SUDDENLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THE 2007 TRANSMISSION REPAIR COST ME APPROX. $3600. TODAY 02/05/11, I WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPFH ON A 2 LANE HIGHWAY(BOTH LANES GOING ONE WAY) WHEN MY VAN STOPPED...

Feb 2, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

FEBRUARY 1, 2011. 2005 FREESTAR, 110,000MILES. AS I WAS DRIVING 45MPH ON PARKWAY I ACCELERATED INTO MIDDLE LANE WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I HIT THE GAS, TACHOMETER REVVED BUT NO RESPONSE. I QUICKLY COASTED TO SHOULDER AND MANAGED TO AVOID GETTING HIT! AFTER PUTTING VAN ...

Feb 2, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

FEBRUARY 1, 2011. 2005 FREESTAR, 110,000MILES. AS I WAS DRIVING 45MPH ON PARKWAY I ACCELERATED INTO MIDDLE LANE WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I HIT THE GAS, TACHOMETER REVVED BUT NO RESPONSE. I QUICKLY COASTED TO SHOULDER AND MANAGED TO AVOID GETTING HIT! AFTER PUTTING VAN ...

Jan 31, 2011 Electrical System

FAILED COMPONENT #1: 8/9/10 - TRANSMISSION FAILED - REPLACED TRANSMISSION - $1,732.32, FAILED COMPONENT #2: 10/9/10 - REMOVE AND REPLACE ALTERNATOR - $442.00. FAILED ON ROUTE 95 SOUTH CT HEADED TO NJ, BATTERY FAILED, ALTERNATOR FAILED, POWER SURGE, POWER LOST, COASTED TO A SAFE PLACE OFF OF EXIT WH...

Jan 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAILED COMPONENT #1: 8/9/10 - TRANSMISSION FAILED - REPLACED TRANSMISSION - $1,732.32, FAILED COMPONENT #2: 10/9/10 - REMOVE AND REPLACE ALTERNATOR - $442.00. FAILED ON ROUTE 95 SOUTH CT HEADED TO NJ, BATTERY FAILED, ALTERNATOR FAILED, POWER SURGE, POWER LOST, COASTED TO A SAFE PLACE OFF OF EXIT WH...

Jan 31, 2011 Power Train 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED; THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT HAD AN OIL CHANGE AND THE VEHICLE SERVICED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS...

Jan 31, 2011 Electrical System

FAILED COMPONENT #1: 8/9/10 - TRANSMISSION FAILED - REPLACED TRANSMISSION - $1,732.32, FAILED COMPONENT #2: 10/9/10 - REMOVE AND REPLACE ALTERNATOR - $442.00. FAILED ON ROUTE 95 SOUTH CT HEADED TO NJ, BATTERY FAILED, ALTERNATOR FAILED, POWER SURGE, POWER LOST, COASTED TO A SAFE PLACE OFF OF EXIT WH...

Jan 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAILED COMPONENT #1: 8/9/10 - TRANSMISSION FAILED - REPLACED TRANSMISSION - $1,732.32, FAILED COMPONENT #2: 10/9/10 - REMOVE AND REPLACE ALTERNATOR - $442.00. FAILED ON ROUTE 95 SOUTH CT HEADED TO NJ, BATTERY FAILED, ALTERNATOR FAILED, POWER SURGE, POWER LOST, COASTED TO A SAFE PLACE OFF OF EXIT WH...

Jan 31, 2011 Power Train 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED; THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT HAD AN OIL CHANGE AND THE VEHICLE SERVICED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS...

Jan 30, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - CAR JUST STALLED ON ME WHILE DRIVING AT A VERY BUSY TIME PULLING INTO A DRIVEWAY UP HILL. IN ADDITION, ANY TIME I TRIED TO PUT IT IN A GEAR IT WOULD ROLL BACK. I ALMOST HIT THE CARS/PEOPLE BEHIND ME. PLUS, I WAS BLOCKING THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. *...

Jan 30, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - CAR JUST STALLED ON ME WHILE DRIVING AT A VERY BUSY TIME PULLING INTO A DRIVEWAY UP HILL. IN ADDITION, ANY TIME I TRIED TO PUT IT IN A GEAR IT WOULD ROLL BACK. I ALMOST HIT THE CARS/PEOPLE BEHIND ME. PLUS, I WAS BLOCKING THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. *...

Jan 28, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

DROVE ABOUT AN HOUR AND THEN THE TRANSMISSION FELT LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING A BIT AROUND 65/70. HAD NEVER FELT IT BEFORE. CALLED MECHANIC WHEN WE GOT HOME WHO SAID BRING IT IN 2 DAYS LATER. WITHIN THAT TWO DAYS, THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY LET GO AND WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO MECHANIC. HE SAID HE F...

Jan 28, 2011 Power Train 75,000 mi

DROVE ABOUT AN HOUR AND THEN THE TRANSMISSION FELT LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING A BIT AROUND 65/70. HAD NEVER FELT IT BEFORE. CALLED MECHANIC WHEN WE GOT HOME WHO SAID BRING IT IN 2 DAYS LATER. WITHIN THAT TWO DAYS, THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY LET GO AND WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO MECHANIC. HE SAID HE F...

Jan 27, 2011 Power Train 104,000 mi

TRAVELING ON BUSY 2-LANE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT..APPROX 50 MILES AN HOUR..SUDDENLY CAR REVVED UP AND WENT INTO NEUTRAL..ENGINE RUNNING FINE. TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WERE CARS EVERYWHERE..DARK HIGHWAY..NO STREET LIGHTS. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY SERIOUS SITUATION. LUCKILY, I ...

Jan 27, 2011 Power Train 104,000 mi

TRAVELING ON BUSY 2-LANE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT..APPROX 50 MILES AN HOUR..SUDDENLY CAR REVVED UP AND WENT INTO NEUTRAL..ENGINE RUNNING FINE. TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WERE CARS EVERYWHERE..DARK HIGHWAY..NO STREET LIGHTS. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY SERIOUS SITUATION. LUCKILY, I ...

Jan 26, 2011 Power Train 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE 2005 FREESTAR THE VEHICLES ENGINE STARTED TO REV AND QUICKLY BEGAN LOSING SPEED. I MANAGED TO GET THE VAN OFF THE ROAD BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AVOIDING A NEAR REAR END CRASH. THE VEHICLES WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR AND WAS TOWED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD THAT THE OU...

Jan 26, 2011 Power Train 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE 2005 FREESTAR THE VEHICLES ENGINE STARTED TO REV AND QUICKLY BEGAN LOSING SPEED. I MANAGED TO GET THE VAN OFF THE ROAD BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AVOIDING A NEAR REAR END CRASH. THE VEHICLES WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR AND WAS TOWED TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. WAS TOLD THAT THE OU...

Jan 20, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR (78,000 MILES). THIS MORNING (1/20/2011) ON HER WAY TO WORK THE CAR LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. WHAT SHE EXPLAINED TO ME OVER THE PHONE I SUSPECTED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN VERNON, CT. MECHANIC ...

Jan 20, 2011 Power Train 78,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR (78,000 MILES). THIS MORNING (1/20/2011) ON HER WAY TO WORK THE CAR LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. WHAT SHE EXPLAINED TO ME OVER THE PHONE I SUSPECTED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN VERNON, CT. MECHANIC ...

Jan 19, 2011 Power Train 66,309 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED HE ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE BUT THE GEAR SHIFTER WOULD NOT RESPOND. HE WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT FROM PARK AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE...

Jan 19, 2011 Power Train 66,309 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED HE ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE BUT THE GEAR SHIFTER WOULD NOT RESPOND. HE WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT FROM PARK AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE...

Jan 17, 2011 Power Train 117,131 mi

I WAS DRIVING WEST ON KIMBERLY RD IN DAVENPORT,IA. IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR. ON 1/17/2011 APPROXIMATELY AT 1230PM. AT THE INTERSECTION OF DIVISION ST AND KIMBERLY THE STOP LIGHT WAS RED AND THERE WERE THREE CARS IN FRONT OF ME. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, MY FREESTAR WOULDN'T MOVE. IT HAS ONLY A ...

Jan 17, 2011 Power Train 117,131 mi

I WAS DRIVING WEST ON KIMBERLY RD IN DAVENPORT,IA. IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR. ON 1/17/2011 APPROXIMATELY AT 1230PM. AT THE INTERSECTION OF DIVISION ST AND KIMBERLY THE STOP LIGHT WAS RED AND THERE WERE THREE CARS IN FRONT OF ME. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, MY FREESTAR WOULDN'T MOVE. IT HAS ONLY A ...

Jan 14, 2011 Power Train 80,772 mi

PULLED AWAY FROM STOP SIGN AND VEHICLE REACHED APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AT THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ATTEMPTED TO PUT VEHICLE IN OTHER GEARS INCLUDING REVERSE TO NO AVAIL. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MECHANIC. MECHANIC DETERM...

Jan 14, 2011 Power Train 80,772 mi

PULLED AWAY FROM STOP SIGN AND VEHICLE REACHED APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AT THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ATTEMPTED TO PUT VEHICLE IN OTHER GEARS INCLUDING REVERSE TO NO AVAIL. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MECHANIC. MECHANIC DETERM...

Jan 13, 2011 Power Train 61,526 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH ONLY 61,000 MILES AND ALL MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED SERVICES DONE TO STAY IN WARRANTY. DIED WITH NO FORWARD PROPULSION ON HIGHWAY. VERY DANGEROUS!!! NO WARNING SIGNS AND WAS JUST SERVICED THE WEEK BEFORE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE, AS I HAVE FOUND MANY OTHER...

Jan 13, 2011 Power Train 61,526 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH ONLY 61,000 MILES AND ALL MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED SERVICES DONE TO STAY IN WARRANTY. DIED WITH NO FORWARD PROPULSION ON HIGHWAY. VERY DANGEROUS!!! NO WARNING SIGNS AND WAS JUST SERVICED THE WEEK BEFORE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE, AS I HAVE FOUND MANY OTHER...

Jan 10, 2011 Power Train 60,150 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND SUDDENLY LOSS POWER, IT FELT LIKE IT WAS IN NEWTRAL AND COASTED OUT OF THE ROAD TO A PARKING LOT WHERE IT WAS TOW TO A SHOP. BAD TRANSMISSION, IT WILL COST ME ABOUT 3,000 TO REPAIR. *TR

Jan 10, 2011 Power Train 98,000 mi

DRIVING 70 MPH ON I-75 IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN, TRANSMISSION QUIT WITHOUT WARNING, STRANDED MY WIFE, THREE CHILDREN AND MYSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF WINTER ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Jan 10, 2011 Power Train 60,150 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND SUDDENLY LOSS POWER, IT FELT LIKE IT WAS IN NEWTRAL AND COASTED OUT OF THE ROAD TO A PARKING LOT WHERE IT WAS TOW TO A SHOP. BAD TRANSMISSION, IT WILL COST ME ABOUT 3,000 TO REPAIR. *TR

Jan 10, 2011 Power Train 98,000 mi

DRIVING 70 MPH ON I-75 IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN, TRANSMISSION QUIT WITHOUT WARNING, STRANDED MY WIFE, THREE CHILDREN AND MYSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF WINTER ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Jan 7, 2011 Steering 61,000 mi

LOST POWER STEERING ON MY 2005 FORD FREE STAR. *TR

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 80,150 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE AND WAS DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CON...

Jan 7, 2011 Steering 61,000 mi

LOST POWER STEERING ON MY 2005 FORD FREE STAR. *TR

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 80,150 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE AND WAS DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CON...

Jan 6, 2011 Power Train 74,400 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN, I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND STARTED DOWN THE ROAD GOT UP TO 40 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VAN COASTED TO A STOP NO GEARS. THIS NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE, BROUGHT THE VAN TO A TRANSMISSION PLACE AND THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER COSTING ME $810. I H...

Jan 6, 2011 Power Train 74,400 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN, I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND STARTED DOWN THE ROAD GOT UP TO 40 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VAN COASTED TO A STOP NO GEARS. THIS NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE, BROUGHT THE VAN TO A TRANSMISSION PLACE AND THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER COSTING ME $810. I H...

Jan 5, 2011 Power Train 51,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL PROBLEM ...

Jan 5, 2011 Electrical System 71,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL STALL WITH NO WARNING. I HAVE PULLED THE VAN OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND PLACED THE VAN IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED THE VAN. WHILE THE VAN IS IN NEUTRAL THE RPM'S WILL GO UP TO AROUND 2000. WHILE PLACING THE VAN BACK IN DRIV...

Jan 5, 2011 Power Train 51,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL PROBLEM ...

Jan 5, 2011 Electrical System 71,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN WILL STALL WITH NO WARNING. I HAVE PULLED THE VAN OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND PLACED THE VAN IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTED THE VAN. WHILE THE VAN IS IN NEUTRAL THE RPM'S WILL GO UP TO AROUND 2000. WHILE PLACING THE VAN BACK IN DRIV...

Jan 4, 2011 Power Train 118,416 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR. NO WARNING, FAILED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS BEHIND US OR IT MIGHT HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT A COST OF $3500. *TR

Jan 4, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER SUDDENLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER NOR WA...

Jan 4, 2011 Power Train 118,416 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR. NO WARNING, FAILED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS BEHIND US OR IT MIGHT HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT A COST OF $3500. *TR

Jan 4, 2011 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER SUDDENLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER NOR WA...

Jan 3, 2011 Power Train 83,586 mi

THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR 4.2L. IT HAS 83,586 MILES ON IT. I HAD NO WARNING SIGNS OF TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Jan 3, 2011 Power Train 83,586 mi

THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR 4.2L. IT HAS 83,586 MILES ON IT. I HAD NO WARNING SIGNS OF TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Dec 30, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR - 2ND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. IN MARCH 2009 THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR. NO WARNING, LIKE ALL OTHERS WITH PROBLEMS, IT WAS LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL & WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. SERVICE TECH INFORMED US THAT 2005 FREESTARS HAVE TRANSMISSION ISSUES/TORQUE PROBLEMS. OUR W...

Dec 30, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR - 2ND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. IN MARCH 2009 THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR. NO WARNING, LIKE ALL OTHERS WITH PROBLEMS, IT WAS LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL & WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. SERVICE TECH INFORMED US THAT 2005 FREESTARS HAVE TRANSMISSION ISSUES/TORQUE PROBLEMS. OUR W...

Dec 29, 2010 Power Train 49,300 mi

DRIVING THE VAN ON A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY WHEN THE ENGINE STARTED TO REV AND THE VAN SLOWED DOWN WAS LUCKY TO FIND A EXIT AND COAST SAFELY TO A STOP HAD THE VAN PULLED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP SHAFT BROKE IN THE TRANSMISSION REPAIR 0VER TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS

Dec 29, 2010 Power Train 49,300 mi

DRIVING THE VAN ON A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY WHEN THE ENGINE STARTED TO REV AND THE VAN SLOWED DOWN WAS LUCKY TO FIND A EXIT AND COAST SAFELY TO A STOP HAD THE VAN PULLED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP SHAFT BROKE IN THE TRANSMISSION REPAIR 0VER TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS

Dec 28, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO PREVIOUS WARNING SIGHS SUCH AS GRINDING OF THE GEARS, SLIPPING OF THE FEARS OR LOSS OF TRANSMISSION FLUID. CAR ACTED AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL THROUGH ALL GEARS...

Dec 28, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO PREVIOUS WARNING SIGHS SUCH AS GRINDING OF THE GEARS, SLIPPING OF THE FEARS OR LOSS OF TRANSMISSION FLUID. CAR ACTED AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL THROUGH ALL GEARS...

Dec 23, 2010 Power Train 71,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 2005. THE RADIO FLASHES PHONE AND RUNS DOWN THE BATTERY. IT WAS REPLACED BY FORD, STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THIS. NEXT, TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 71,000. THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART INTERNALLY AND SENT METAL THROUGH THE TRANSMISSION DESTROYING...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 71,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 2005. THE RADIO FLASHES PHONE AND RUNS DOWN THE BATTERY. IT WAS REPLACED BY FORD, STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THIS. NEXT, TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 71,000. THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART INTERNALLY AND SENT METAL THROUGH THE TRANSMISSION DESTROYING...

Dec 23, 2010 Power Train 71,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 2005. THE RADIO FLASHES PHONE AND RUNS DOWN THE BATTERY. IT WAS REPLACED BY FORD, STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THIS. NEXT, TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 71,000. THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART INTERNALLY AND SENT METAL THROUGH THE TRANSMISSION DESTROYING...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 71,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 2005. THE RADIO FLASHES PHONE AND RUNS DOWN THE BATTERY. IT WAS REPLACED BY FORD, STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THIS. NEXT, TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 71,000. THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART INTERNALLY AND SENT METAL THROUGH THE TRANSMISSION DESTROYING...

Dec 21, 2010 Power Train 100,006 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY WITHOUT WARNING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Power Train 44,000 mi

THE VAN LOST ALL AUTOMOTIVE POWER SUDDENLY AND WE ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND HAD TO WAIT FOR THE POLICE TO PUSH US OUT OF THE STREET. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FOR $1700. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE SPLINE OF THE...

Dec 21, 2010 Power Train 100,006 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY WITHOUT WARNING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Power Train 44,000 mi

THE VAN LOST ALL AUTOMOTIVE POWER SUDDENLY AND WE ALMOST GOT HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND HAD TO WAIT FOR THE POLICE TO PUSH US OUT OF THE STREET. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FOR $1700. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE SPLINE OF THE...

Dec 20, 2010 Power Train 74,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROADWAY AT 50 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACTED AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. THERE WAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS, THE ENGINE RAN FINE, JUST NO POWER TO THE WHEELS. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS OF THE FAILURE...NO ERRATIC SHIFTING, NOISES, ETC. WE WERE JUST DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, NOT...

Dec 20, 2010 Power Train 74,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROADWAY AT 50 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACTED AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. THERE WAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS, THE ENGINE RAN FINE, JUST NO POWER TO THE WHEELS. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS OF THE FAILURE...NO ERRATIC SHIFTING, NOISES, ETC. WE WERE JUST DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, NOT...

Dec 13, 2010 Power Train 94,717 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AND CAME UP TO A STOP LIGHT. THE LIGHT TURNS GREEN SO SHE STEPPED ON THE GAS AND THE VAN MOVED FORWARD A FEW FEET AND THEN NOTHING. THANKFULLY SHE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE SHE PUT IT IN PARK AND BACK INTO DRIVE AND THE VAN WOULD NOT...

Dec 13, 2010 Power Train 94,717 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AND CAME UP TO A STOP LIGHT. THE LIGHT TURNS GREEN SO SHE STEPPED ON THE GAS AND THE VAN MOVED FORWARD A FEW FEET AND THEN NOTHING. THANKFULLY SHE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE SHE PUT IT IN PARK AND BACK INTO DRIVE AND THE VAN WOULD NOT...

Dec 10, 2010 Power Train 92,500 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE, IT WAS NOTICED THAT RPM OF THE VEHICLE ROSE INSTANTLY ON ITS OWN. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED THERE WAS NO ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE NO LONGER WAS ABLE TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. THE NEXT EXIT TO A HIGHWAY WAS USED AS THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP ON THE SI...

Dec 10, 2010 Power Train 92,500 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE, IT WAS NOTICED THAT RPM OF THE VEHICLE ROSE INSTANTLY ON ITS OWN. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED THERE WAS NO ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE NO LONGER WAS ABLE TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. THE NEXT EXIT TO A HIGHWAY WAS USED AS THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP ON THE SI...

Dec 6, 2010 Power Train 111,265 mi

MY '05 FREESTAR DIED ON SEPT. 25 WHILE I WAS ON MY WAY TO KENTUCKY TO MY SONS GRADUATION FROM ARMY BASIC TRAINING. I WAS COMING OVER A BRIDGE THAT I COULDN'T PULL OVER ON WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED PULLING. LUCKILY, I WAS GOING FAST ENOUGH IT HAPPENED AND COMING DOWN A HILL TO PULL OVER WHEN IT D...

Dec 6, 2010 Power Train 47,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THIS HAPPENED DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AND WAS VERY TRAUMATIC FOR MY WIFE AS SEVERAL CARS ALMOST REAR ENDED HER. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE FORD DEALER WHO TOLD US IT WAS GOING TO BE $2700 TO REPLACE THE TO...

Dec 6, 2010 Power Train 111,265 mi

MY '05 FREESTAR DIED ON SEPT. 25 WHILE I WAS ON MY WAY TO KENTUCKY TO MY SONS GRADUATION FROM ARMY BASIC TRAINING. I WAS COMING OVER A BRIDGE THAT I COULDN'T PULL OVER ON WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED PULLING. LUCKILY, I WAS GOING FAST ENOUGH IT HAPPENED AND COMING DOWN A HILL TO PULL OVER WHEN IT D...

Dec 6, 2010 Power Train 47,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THIS HAPPENED DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AND WAS VERY TRAUMATIC FOR MY WIFE AS SEVERAL CARS ALMOST REAR ENDED HER. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE FORD DEALER WHO TOLD US IT WAS GOING TO BE $2700 TO REPLACE THE TO...

Dec 5, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

DRIVING ON BUSY FREEWAY IN THE FAST LANE AT 75MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. SUDDENLY A LOUD REVVING SOUND AND DASH GAUGE SHOWED RPMS AT WELL ABOVE 5,000. TAPPED THE BRAKE TO TURN OFF CRUISE CONTROL, AND FELT CONFUSED BECAUSE PRESSING GAS PEDAL RESULTED IN NO ACCELERATION BUT RPMS WOULD GO THROUGH...

Dec 5, 2010 Power Train 84,400 mi

I WAS DRIVING DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC WITH MY 3 YOUNG CHILDREN, WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN. I WENT TO TURN THE CORNER WHEN MY MINIVAN WOULDN'T GO FORWARD AT ALL. WE BARELY MISSED BEING REAR ENDED BY THE OTHER CAR TURNING BEHIND US. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO COAST INTO A RESIDENTIAL AREA AND PULL OVER. ...

Dec 5, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

DRIVING ON BUSY FREEWAY IN THE FAST LANE AT 75MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. SUDDENLY A LOUD REVVING SOUND AND DASH GAUGE SHOWED RPMS AT WELL ABOVE 5,000. TAPPED THE BRAKE TO TURN OFF CRUISE CONTROL, AND FELT CONFUSED BECAUSE PRESSING GAS PEDAL RESULTED IN NO ACCELERATION BUT RPMS WOULD GO THROUGH...

Dec 5, 2010 Power Train 84,400 mi

I WAS DRIVING DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC WITH MY 3 YOUNG CHILDREN, WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN. I WENT TO TURN THE CORNER WHEN MY MINIVAN WOULDN'T GO FORWARD AT ALL. WE BARELY MISSED BEING REAR ENDED BY THE OTHER CAR TURNING BEHIND US. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO COAST INTO A RESIDENTIAL AREA AND PULL OVER. ...

Dec 4, 2010 Power Train 46,789 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AS I WAS DRIVING. IT HAS LESS THAN 50,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Power Train 46,789 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AS I WAS DRIVING. IT HAS LESS THAN 50,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Dec 3, 2010 Power Train 126,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY IN SOUTH JERSEY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR IN THE RIGHT LANE WHEN I REALIZED I COULD NOT GIVE THE CAR ANY GAS. THE HIGHWAY HAS SMALL HILLS AND TURNS, AND I HAD DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 50 MILES PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE, DRIVING MY SON AND HIS FR...

Dec 3, 2010 Power Train 126,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY IN SOUTH JERSEY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR IN THE RIGHT LANE WHEN I REALIZED I COULD NOT GIVE THE CAR ANY GAS. THE HIGHWAY HAS SMALL HILLS AND TURNS, AND I HAD DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 50 MILES PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE, DRIVING MY SON AND HIS FR...

Dec 2, 2010 Structure 97,000 mi

WATER LEAKING IN FROM THE WINDSHIELD MESSING UP THE PCM. *TR

Dec 2, 2010 Structure 97,000 mi

WATER LEAKING IN FROM THE WINDSHIELD MESSING UP THE PCM. *TR

Dec 1, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,073 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PUMPING FUEL, THAT THERE...

Dec 1, 2010 Power Train 47,073 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PUMPING FUEL, THAT THERE...

Dec 1, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,073 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PUMPING FUEL, THAT THERE...

Dec 1, 2010 Power Train 47,073 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PUMPING FUEL, THAT THERE...

Nov 30, 2010 Electrical System 47,947 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON HWY 36, APPROXIMATELY 50MPH, WHEN MY FORD FREESTAR'S ENGINE FAILED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF ALL CONTROL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. *TR

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 47,947 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON HWY 36, APPROXIMATELY 50MPH, WHEN MY FORD FREESTAR'S ENGINE FAILED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF ALL CONTROL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. *TR

Nov 30, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOSES POWER AND ENGINE STALLS, THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES WITHIN 6-9 MONTH PERIOD AND WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP EACH TIME. EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CODE COMES UP, WE HAVE THE WORK DONE AND ULTIMATELY IT HAPPENS AGAIN. THIS HAPPENS AND NO POWER TO GET OFF THE ROAD, EXP...

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOSES POWER AND ENGINE STALLS, THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES WITHIN 6-9 MONTH PERIOD AND WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP EACH TIME. EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CODE COMES UP, WE HAVE THE WORK DONE AND ULTIMATELY IT HAPPENS AGAIN. THIS HAPPENS AND NO POWER TO GET OFF THE ROAD, EXP...

Nov 30, 2010 Electrical System 47,947 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON HWY 36, APPROXIMATELY 50MPH, WHEN MY FORD FREESTAR'S ENGINE FAILED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF ALL CONTROL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. *TR

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 47,947 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON HWY 36, APPROXIMATELY 50MPH, WHEN MY FORD FREESTAR'S ENGINE FAILED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF ALL CONTROL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. *TR

Nov 30, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOSES POWER AND ENGINE STALLS, THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES WITHIN 6-9 MONTH PERIOD AND WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP EACH TIME. EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CODE COMES UP, WE HAVE THE WORK DONE AND ULTIMATELY IT HAPPENS AGAIN. THIS HAPPENS AND NO POWER TO GET OFF THE ROAD, EXP...

Nov 30, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOSES POWER AND ENGINE STALLS, THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES WITHIN 6-9 MONTH PERIOD AND WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP EACH TIME. EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CODE COMES UP, WE HAVE THE WORK DONE AND ULTIMATELY IT HAPPENS AGAIN. THIS HAPPENS AND NO POWER TO GET OFF THE ROAD, EXP...

Nov 29, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED TO OPERATE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS IN...

Nov 29, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, IT FELT LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL. THE ENGINE WILL REV AND IS ABLE TO BE SHIFTED INTO ANOTHER GEAR, BUT DOESN'T MOVE. THERE WAS NO WARNING - NO LIGHT OR BELL, NO NOISES, NO SMELLS. WE WERE FORCED TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND COAST TO A SAFE PLACE WITH OUR...

Nov 29, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED TO OPERATE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS IN...

Nov 29, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, IT FELT LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL. THE ENGINE WILL REV AND IS ABLE TO BE SHIFTED INTO ANOTHER GEAR, BUT DOESN'T MOVE. THERE WAS NO WARNING - NO LIGHT OR BELL, NO NOISES, NO SMELLS. WE WERE FORCED TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND COAST TO A SAFE PLACE WITH OUR...

Nov 26, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIM...

Nov 26, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIM...

Nov 25, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS WITHOUT WARNING. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN IN THE CAR. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 85,000 MILES ON IT. THERE WERE NO NOISES, LIGHTS, OR OTHER INDICATION OF A PROBLEM PRIOR TO FAILURE. *TR

Nov 25, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOST POWER TO THE WHEELS WITHOUT WARNING. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN IN THE CAR. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 85,000 MILES ON IT. THERE WERE NO NOISES, LIGHTS, OR OTHER INDICATION OF A PROBLEM PRIOR TO FAILURE. *TR

Nov 23, 2010 Power Train 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT AN INTERSECTION THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND MOVE FORWARD. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. TH...

Nov 23, 2010 Power Train 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT AN INTERSECTION THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND MOVE FORWARD. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. TH...

Nov 22, 2010 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE FORWARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED...

Nov 22, 2010 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE FORWARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED...

Nov 21, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. TRANSMISION JUST STOPPED WITH NO WARNING. APROX 80,000 MILES. ALMOST HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. COST ME 1800 DOLLARS TO FIX.WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER FORD AGAIN. I DON'T KNOW WHY THEY HAVE NOT RECALLED THEM.I GUESS THEY ONLY RECALL FOREIGN MADE CARS. *TR

Nov 21, 2010 Power Train 85,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. TRANSMISION JUST STOPPED WITH NO WARNING. APROX 80,000 MILES. ALMOST HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. COST ME 1800 DOLLARS TO FIX.WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER FORD AGAIN. I DON'T KNOW WHY THEY HAVE NOT RECALLED THEM.I GUESS THEY ONLY RECALL FOREIGN MADE CARS. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Power Train 54,111 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 54,111 MILES LOST ALL POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION. HAD TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP AND FOUND THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED. LUCKILY I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERED IT, LESS MY DEDUCTIBLE. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Power Train 54,111 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 54,111 MILES LOST ALL POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION. HAD TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP AND FOUND THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED. LUCKILY I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERED IT, LESS MY DEDUCTIBLE. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 91,000 mi

OUR 2009 FORD FREESTAR LOSS ALL POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS BROKEN DUE TO A TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. COST TO REPAIR IS $3200. THIS CAR HAD 91,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 77,924 mi

COMPLETE LOSS OF DRIVE POWER FROM TRANSMISSION. LOSS OF POWER WAS IN MORNING TRAFFIC WITH THREE KIDS ONBOARD. VEHICLE ROLLED TO A STOP BARELY OUT OF TRAFFIC. NO REPAIR COMPLETED. LOSS OF POWER CAME FROM FAILED TRANSMISSION WITH THE LIKELY CAUSE BEING THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 91,000 mi

OUR 2009 FORD FREESTAR LOSS ALL POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS BROKEN DUE TO A TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. COST TO REPAIR IS $3200. THIS CAR HAD 91,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 77,924 mi

COMPLETE LOSS OF DRIVE POWER FROM TRANSMISSION. LOSS OF POWER WAS IN MORNING TRAFFIC WITH THREE KIDS ONBOARD. VEHICLE ROLLED TO A STOP BARELY OUT OF TRAFFIC. NO REPAIR COMPLETED. LOSS OF POWER CAME FROM FAILED TRANSMISSION WITH THE LIKELY CAUSE BEING THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Nov 8, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

SUDDEN, PREMATURE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION THAT HAD BEEN PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND OPERATED WHILE IN PARKING LOT AT WORK, FORTUNATELY NOMINAL SPEED AT TIME. VEHICLE STOPPED DEAD, TOWED TO LOCAL CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED PROBLEM AS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHERE CONVERTER SPLINES WHERE PRACTICAL...

Nov 8, 2010 Electrical System 66,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTARS APPARENTLY ARE SUBJECT TO A LEAK THAT ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER THE ELECTIRCAL SYSTEM DURING RAINS AND CAUSE SHORTS AND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM THREE TIMES - THE THIRD TIME, AFTER COMBING THROUGH SERVICE BULLETINS, OUR DEALER DISCOVERED A BULLETIN THAT...

Nov 8, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

SUDDEN, PREMATURE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION THAT HAD BEEN PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND OPERATED WHILE IN PARKING LOT AT WORK, FORTUNATELY NOMINAL SPEED AT TIME. VEHICLE STOPPED DEAD, TOWED TO LOCAL CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED PROBLEM AS TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WHERE CONVERTER SPLINES WHERE PRACTICAL...

Nov 8, 2010 Electrical System 66,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTARS APPARENTLY ARE SUBJECT TO A LEAK THAT ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER THE ELECTIRCAL SYSTEM DURING RAINS AND CAUSE SHORTS AND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM THREE TIMES - THE THIRD TIME, AFTER COMBING THROUGH SERVICE BULLETINS, OUR DEALER DISCOVERED A BULLETIN THAT...

Nov 5, 2010 Power Train 114,062 mi

THIS IS MY 2ND COMPLAINT ON THIS VEHICLE. THE 1ST COMPLAINT WAS FILED WITH THE NHTSA ON 4/17/10 (ODI# 10326164). THIS COMPLAINT ALSO PERTAINS TO THE TRANSMISSION. ON TUESDAY, NOV. 2, 2010 AS I WAS DRIVING THE "TRANSAXEL" WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH STARTED TO BLINK. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE SAME SH...

Nov 5, 2010 Power Train 114,062 mi

THIS IS MY 2ND COMPLAINT ON THIS VEHICLE. THE 1ST COMPLAINT WAS FILED WITH THE NHTSA ON 4/17/10 (ODI# 10326164). THIS COMPLAINT ALSO PERTAINS TO THE TRANSMISSION. ON TUESDAY, NOV. 2, 2010 AS I WAS DRIVING THE "TRANSAXEL" WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH STARTED TO BLINK. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE SAME SH...

Nov 3, 2010 Power Train 110,800 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION. SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER DUE TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE. OCCURRED AT 60KM/H ON BUSY ROAD. REPAIR OF TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACEMENT OF TORQUE CONVERTER SHAFT SPLINES. WARRANTY WAS 5 YR OR 100,000 KM. VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER THE 5 YEAR TIME FOR WARRANTY. TOTAL ...

Nov 3, 2010 Power Train 110,800 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION. SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER DUE TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE. OCCURRED AT 60KM/H ON BUSY ROAD. REPAIR OF TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACEMENT OF TORQUE CONVERTER SHAFT SPLINES. WARRANTY WAS 5 YR OR 100,000 KM. VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER THE 5 YEAR TIME FOR WARRANTY. TOTAL ...

Oct 31, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Equipment 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Electrical System 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 31, 2010 Equipment 50,000 mi

VAN STALLS AT LIGHTS. JUST CUTS OFF. MECHANIC SAID IT HAS SOME THING TO DO WITH THE PCM. TRANS HAS BEEN REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. REAR BRAKE CALIPERS CEASED UP . THIS VAN IS A ROAD HAZARD. NEVER KNOW WHAT IT IS GOING TO DO OR WHEN IT IS GOING TO FAIL . *TR

Oct 28, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. PULLING OUT INTO AN INTERSECTION AND VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. TRANSMISSION IS GONE. HAVE NOT GOTTEN REPAIR COSTS YET BUT I ANTICIPATE OVER $2000. I HAVE SEEN THAT THERE ARE OVER 1000 COMPLAINTS IN THE INTERNET FOR THE SAME ISSUE. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED BECAUSE I HAD NO WARNING O...

Oct 28, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. PULLING OUT INTO AN INTERSECTION AND VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. TRANSMISSION IS GONE. HAVE NOT GOTTEN REPAIR COSTS YET BUT I ANTICIPATE OVER $2000. I HAVE SEEN THAT THERE ARE OVER 1000 COMPLAINTS IN THE INTERNET FOR THE SAME ISSUE. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED BECAUSE I HAD NO WARNING O...

Oct 18, 2010 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEMS WITH TORQUE CONVERTER *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE TACHOMETER WAS RACING. THE REPAIR SHOP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE COST TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD BE $1,300.00 *JB

Oct 18, 2010 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEMS WITH TORQUE CONVERTER *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN AND THE TACHOMETER WAS RACING. THE REPAIR SHOP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE COST TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER WOULD BE $1,300.00 *JB

Oct 15, 2010 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE TRANSMISSION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AS SHE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE LAST YEAR. *JB

Oct 15, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

IN MAY 2010, VAN LOST ALL POWER ON THE INTERSTATE. WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE LEFT STRANDED. ENGINE RAN, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT COST $1300. IN OCT 2010 THE VAN AGAIN LOST ALL POWER, BUT FORTUNATELY IN THE DRIVEWAY BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE. IT IS IN THE SHOP NOW. ...

Oct 15, 2010 Power Train

2005 FORD FREESTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE TRANSMISSION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AS SHE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE LAST YEAR. *JB

Oct 15, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

IN MAY 2010, VAN LOST ALL POWER ON THE INTERSTATE. WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE LEFT STRANDED. ENGINE RAN, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT COST $1300. IN OCT 2010 THE VAN AGAIN LOST ALL POWER, BUT FORTUNATELY IN THE DRIVEWAY BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE. IT IS IN THE SHOP NOW. ...

Oct 14, 2010 Power Train 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY AT 55 MPH THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTART FAILED. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE CAR COASTED TO A STOP. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO GET OFF THE ROADWAY. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY DAUGHTER HOME FROM DANCE CLASS, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER - THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALL FOR A TOW TRUCK. THE TRANSMISSION HAS COMPLETELY FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Power Train 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY AT 55 MPH THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTART FAILED. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE CAR COASTED TO A STOP. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO GET OFF THE ROADWAY. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY DAUGHTER HOME FROM DANCE CLASS, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER - THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALL FOR A TOW TRUCK. THE TRANSMISSION HAS COMPLETELY FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Power Train 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 65-70 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER...

Oct 12, 2010 Power Train 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 65-70 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER...

Oct 11, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR (WHICH WAS PURCHASED NEW) TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE CAN TELL YOU WHEN THE TIRES ARE LOW AND EVERYTHING ELSE BUT NO WARNING LIGHT ON THE TRANSMISSION. LEFT US STRANDED. *TR

Oct 11, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR (WHICH WAS PURCHASED NEW) TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE CAN TELL YOU WHEN THE TIRES ARE LOW AND EVERYTHING ELSE BUT NO WARNING LIGHT ON THE TRANSMISSION. LEFT US STRANDED. *TR

Oct 1, 2010 Power Train 112,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINI-VAN, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND INSTANTLY LOST POWER AND COASTED TO A STOP. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. IN ORDER TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, I HAD TO PURCHASE ANOTHER TRANSMISSION. I PURCHASED A TRANSMISSION FRO...

Oct 1, 2010 Power Train 112,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINI-VAN, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND INSTANTLY LOST POWER AND COASTED TO A STOP. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. IN ORDER TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, I HAD TO PURCHASE ANOTHER TRANSMISSION. I PURCHASED A TRANSMISSION FRO...

Sep 30, 2010 Power Train 178,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND ON SEPT. 29 2010 WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE THE TRANSMISSION (OR SOMETHING SIMILAR) QUIT WORKING. NO SYMPTOMS OR WARNINGS BEFOREHAND. I CHECKED THE TRANSMISSION FLUID, AND IT WAS FULL. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND HAVE IT TOWED. NOTH...

Sep 30, 2010 Power Train 178,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND ON SEPT. 29 2010 WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE THE TRANSMISSION (OR SOMETHING SIMILAR) QUIT WORKING. NO SYMPTOMS OR WARNINGS BEFOREHAND. I CHECKED THE TRANSMISSION FLUID, AND IT WAS FULL. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND HAVE IT TOWED. NOTH...

Sep 23, 2010 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FREESTAR 4.2 AFTER NORMAL START UP THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT ENGAGE INTO GEAR. TRANSMISSION SHOP HAS THE VEHICLE AND IS STILL PROVIDING REPAIR ESTIMATE. NO PROBLEMS OR INDICATION PRIOR. MAINTENANCE COMPLETED REGULARLY. *TR

Sep 23, 2010 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FREESTAR 4.2 AFTER NORMAL START UP THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT ENGAGE INTO GEAR. TRANSMISSION SHOP HAS THE VEHICLE AND IS STILL PROVIDING REPAIR ESTIMATE. NO PROBLEMS OR INDICATION PRIOR. MAINTENANCE COMPLETED REGULARLY. *TR

Sep 21, 2010 Structure 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT WAS GETTING SOMETHING OUT OF THE TRUNK AND THE LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE WITH THE KEY. THE LIFT GATE COULD ONLY BE CLOSED MANUALLY. TWO DAYS LATER THE LIFT GATE ...

Sep 21, 2010 Power Train 100,566 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR JUST STOPPED WORKING. NO WARNING. IT WOULD START BUT HAVE NO POWER. DID NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR ANYTHING. IT IS GOING TO COST ME ALOT OF MONEY. I WOULD SAY FORGET ON FIXING IT BUT I STILL OWN MONEY ON IT. I SEE SO MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS VAN. DON'T YOU THINK IT IS TIME TO SAY THERE IS ...

Sep 21, 2010 Structure 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT WAS GETTING SOMETHING OUT OF THE TRUNK AND THE LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE WITH THE KEY. THE LIFT GATE COULD ONLY BE CLOSED MANUALLY. TWO DAYS LATER THE LIFT GATE ...

Sep 21, 2010 Power Train 100,566 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR JUST STOPPED WORKING. NO WARNING. IT WOULD START BUT HAVE NO POWER. DID NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR ANYTHING. IT IS GOING TO COST ME ALOT OF MONEY. I WOULD SAY FORGET ON FIXING IT BUT I STILL OWN MONEY ON IT. I SEE SO MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS VAN. DON'T YOU THINK IT IS TIME TO SAY THERE IS ...

Sep 14, 2010 Power Train 67,646 mi

LOSS OF LOCOMOTIVE POWER, FORD FREESTAR 2005. VEHICLE WAS PARKED, WHEN STARTED, WOULD NOT MOVE. *TR

Sep 14, 2010 Power Train 67,646 mi

LOSS OF LOCOMOTIVE POWER, FORD FREESTAR 2005. VEHICLE WAS PARKED, WHEN STARTED, WOULD NOT MOVE. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Power Train 82,414 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MILES PER HOUR WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE HAD NO TORQUE (TRANSMISSION FAILED). THE ENGINE AND OTHER SYSTEMS IN THE CAR WERE NOT AFFECTED, BUT THE CAR LOST THE ABILITY TO MOVE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD) ON ITS OWN. THIS HAPPENED ON A BUSY HIGHWAY AT NIGHT AND ...

Sep 10, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR LIFT GATE WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE OUTSIDE HANDLE COMING OFF. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY DID NOT KNOW HOW TO OPEN THE LIFT GATE AND COULD NOT ASSIST HIM WIT...

Sep 10, 2010 Power Train 82,414 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MILES PER HOUR WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE HAD NO TORQUE (TRANSMISSION FAILED). THE ENGINE AND OTHER SYSTEMS IN THE CAR WERE NOT AFFECTED, BUT THE CAR LOST THE ABILITY TO MOVE FORWARD (OR BACKWARD) ON ITS OWN. THIS HAPPENED ON A BUSY HIGHWAY AT NIGHT AND ...

Sep 10, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR LIFT GATE WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE OUTSIDE HANDLE COMING OFF. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY DID NOT KNOW HOW TO OPEN THE LIFT GATE AND COULD NOT ASSIST HIM WIT...

Sep 9, 2010 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OVER A BRIDGE AT NIGHT WITH MY TWO KIDS IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MY VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING, RENDERING MY VEHICLE POWERLESS AND IN A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. *TR

Sep 9, 2010 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OVER A BRIDGE AT NIGHT WITH MY TWO KIDS IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MY VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING, RENDERING MY VEHICLE POWERLESS AND IN A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. *TR

Sep 3, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM MIAMI ON I-95 WITH MY 3 KIDS IN THE CAR, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND WHEN SHE WOULD ACCELERATE, THE RPMS WOULD JUST GO OFF THE CHART AND THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING. SHE HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WE HAD IT TOWED AND WAS TOLD IT...

Sep 3, 2010 Power Train 81 mi

ON FEB. 8, 2010 ABOUT 9:30 PM I WAS RETURNING HOME. WITHOUT WARNING, THE FORWARD MOTION OF MY VEHICLE STOPPED, THO' THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE 2-WAY ROAD AND CALLED FOR HELP. THE NEXT DAY, THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT PROBABLY THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILE...

Sep 3, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM MIAMI ON I-95 WITH MY 3 KIDS IN THE CAR, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND WHEN SHE WOULD ACCELERATE, THE RPMS WOULD JUST GO OFF THE CHART AND THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING. SHE HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WE HAD IT TOWED AND WAS TOLD IT...

Sep 3, 2010 Power Train 81 mi

ON FEB. 8, 2010 ABOUT 9:30 PM I WAS RETURNING HOME. WITHOUT WARNING, THE FORWARD MOTION OF MY VEHICLE STOPPED, THO' THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE 2-WAY ROAD AND CALLED FOR HELP. THE NEXT DAY, THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT PROBABLY THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILE...

Aug 26, 2010 Power Train 61,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOST POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN ON AUGUST, 17, 2010 DUE TO A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUSHED BY POLICE (DURING RUSH HOUR) INTO A NEARBY PARKING LOT. IT WAS SUBSEQUENTLY TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT HAS BEEN FOR A WEEK TO RECEIVE REPAIRS. THE...

Aug 26, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

DROVE MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN HOME AND PARKED IT. GOT IN A FEW HOURS LATER AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. AFTER DOING RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, I FOUND OUT ABOUT THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THESE VANS. I CALLED A LOCAL TRANSMISSION SHOP AND HE SAID HE WAS VERY FAMILIAR WITH THIS PROBLEM. TOWED THE...

Aug 26, 2010 Power Train 61,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LOST POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN ON AUGUST, 17, 2010 DUE TO A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUSHED BY POLICE (DURING RUSH HOUR) INTO A NEARBY PARKING LOT. IT WAS SUBSEQUENTLY TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT HAS BEEN FOR A WEEK TO RECEIVE REPAIRS. THE...

Aug 26, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

DROVE MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN HOME AND PARKED IT. GOT IN A FEW HOURS LATER AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. AFTER DOING RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, I FOUND OUT ABOUT THE TORQUE CONVERTER ON THESE VANS. I CALLED A LOCAL TRANSMISSION SHOP AND HE SAID HE WAS VERY FAMILIAR WITH THIS PROBLEM. TOWED THE...

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE MAINTENANCE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHIN SECONDS. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND MADE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS ABLE TO LOCATE NUMEROUS ONLINE COMPLAI...

Aug 24, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE MAINTENANCE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHIN SECONDS. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE THROTTLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND MADE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS ABLE TO LOCATE NUMEROUS ONLINE COMPLAI...

Aug 23, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE TRANSMISSION BECAME INOPERATIVE WITHOUT WARNING. WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL THERE WAS NO POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO A S...

Aug 23, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THE TRANSMISSION BECAME INOPERATIVE WITHOUT WARNING. WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL THERE WAS NO POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO A S...

Aug 18, 2010 Power Train

I WAS DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AROUND 1:00 PM AND THE CAR JUST STOPPED MOVING BUT THE ENGINE KEPT RUNNING. THEN THE CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD SO I HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Power Train

I WAS DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AROUND 1:00 PM AND THE CAR JUST STOPPED MOVING BUT THE ENGINE KEPT RUNNING. THEN THE CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD SO I HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 118,681 mi

WHILE DRIVING UP AN INCLINED FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST A THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. AT THE SAME TIME, THE RPM'S WENT UP AS I ATTEMPTED TO GAIN SPEED. I PUT THE HAZARD LIGHT ON TO SAFELY GET THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEWAY DID NOT HEAR OR SMELL ANYTHING PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. CAL...

Aug 13, 2010 Power Train 118,681 mi

WHILE DRIVING UP AN INCLINED FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST A THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. AT THE SAME TIME, THE RPM'S WENT UP AS I ATTEMPTED TO GAIN SPEED. I PUT THE HAZARD LIGHT ON TO SAFELY GET THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEWAY DID NOT HEAR OR SMELL ANYTHING PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. CAL...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 51,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED ALONG WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. FORD WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED T...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 122,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WENT OUT AT OVER 50 MPH WITH NO PREVIOUS WARNINGS AND NO SHOULDER TO PULL ONTO. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 51,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED ALONG WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. FORD WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED T...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 122,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WENT OUT AT OVER 50 MPH WITH NO PREVIOUS WARNINGS AND NO SHOULDER TO PULL ONTO. *TR

Aug 11, 2010 Power Train 84,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE ...

Aug 11, 2010 Power Train 84,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE ...

Aug 10, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR ROAD DURING MORNING TRAFFIC WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT. I WAS IN THE LEFT LANE WITH A LARGE TRUCK BEHIND ME. I IMMEDIATELY PUT ON MY FLASHERS AND THE TRUCK PASSED ME ON THE RIGHT. I WAS LUCKY THERE WASN'T MORE CARS AFTER THE TRUCK AND THAT I WAS GOING DOWN HILL AND WAS AB...

Aug 10, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR ROAD DURING MORNING TRAFFIC WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT. I WAS IN THE LEFT LANE WITH A LARGE TRUCK BEHIND ME. I IMMEDIATELY PUT ON MY FLASHERS AND THE TRUCK PASSED ME ON THE RIGHT. I WAS LUCKY THERE WASN'T MORE CARS AFTER THE TRUCK AND THAT I WAS GOING DOWN HILL AND WAS AB...

Aug 9, 2010 Power Train 59,100 mi

ON SATURDAY, 7 AUG, MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WHERE RETURNING FROM A COUNTY FAIR CONCERT AT 11:30PM. WHILE CRUISING IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR, ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70MPH, THE CAR LOST TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT. UP TO THIS POINT WE HAVE HAD KEPT UP ON REGULAR MAINTENANCE VISITS AND NEVER HAD ANY WARNING THAT TR...

Aug 9, 2010 Power Train 59,100 mi

ON SATURDAY, 7 AUG, MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WHERE RETURNING FROM A COUNTY FAIR CONCERT AT 11:30PM. WHILE CRUISING IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR, ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70MPH, THE CAR LOST TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT. UP TO THIS POINT WE HAVE HAD KEPT UP ON REGULAR MAINTENANCE VISITS AND NEVER HAD ANY WARNING THAT TR...

Aug 8, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, PULLED OUT OF INTERSECTION AND AFTER DRIVING FOR LESS THAN A MINUTE, MY VAN JUST WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING. I WOULD PUSH THE ACCELERATOR, THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THAT VAN WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. SO I COASTED IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CALLED SOMEONE TO COME AND HELP ME. WE PUT...

Aug 8, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, PULLED OUT OF INTERSECTION AND AFTER DRIVING FOR LESS THAN A MINUTE, MY VAN JUST WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING. I WOULD PUSH THE ACCELERATOR, THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THAT VAN WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. SO I COASTED IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CALLED SOMEONE TO COME AND HELP ME. WE PUT...

Aug 7, 2010 Power Train 62,814 mi

WITH MY WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE, WE WERE DRIVING AT APPROX 70MPH WHEN WE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. RPM'S SPIKED WHEN THE GAS WAS TOUCHED, BUT MOVING FORWARD OR REVERSE IN GEAR WERE NOT POSSIBLE. WE PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF A MAJOR INTERSTATE, ARRANGED FOR A TOW, THEN SET FOR A TAXI TO GET MY...

Aug 7, 2010 Power Train 62,814 mi

WITH MY WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE, WE WERE DRIVING AT APPROX 70MPH WHEN WE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. RPM'S SPIKED WHEN THE GAS WAS TOUCHED, BUT MOVING FORWARD OR REVERSE IN GEAR WERE NOT POSSIBLE. WE PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF A MAJOR INTERSTATE, ARRANGED FOR A TOW, THEN SET FOR A TAXI TO GET MY...

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR (MANUFACTURED JUNE 04) HAD SUDDEN CATASTROPHIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO POOR QUALITY PUMP PARTS. *TR

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR (MANUFACTURED JUNE 04) HAD SUDDEN CATASTROPHIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO POOR QUALITY PUMP PARTS. *TR

Aug 3, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT 15 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Aug 3, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT 15 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE. THE...

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 70,415 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST STOPPED ONE DAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE TRAVELING AT 45 MPH! IT WAS TOWED AND REPAIRED. FORTUNATELY, OUR EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERED THE COST OF THE NEW REBUILT TRANSMISSION AND INSTALLATION OF TORQUE CONVERTER. IT HAD 70,415 MILES AT THE TIME. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR-SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. NO PRIOR WARNING, NO KNOCKING OR SOUND, JUST A TOTAL DISENGAGEMENT OF ANY GEARS. VEHICLE STILL RAN BUT COULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. IT ACTED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. THIS HAPPENED ON AN INTERSTATE AND FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO STOP...

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 70,415 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST STOPPED ONE DAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE TRAVELING AT 45 MPH! IT WAS TOWED AND REPAIRED. FORTUNATELY, OUR EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERED THE COST OF THE NEW REBUILT TRANSMISSION AND INSTALLATION OF TORQUE CONVERTER. IT HAD 70,415 MILES AT THE TIME. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR-SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. NO PRIOR WARNING, NO KNOCKING OR SOUND, JUST A TOTAL DISENGAGEMENT OF ANY GEARS. VEHICLE STILL RAN BUT COULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. IT ACTED AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. THIS HAPPENED ON AN INTERSTATE AND FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO STOP...

Aug 1, 2010 Power Train 99,000 mi

I WAS TAKING MY FAMILY TO THE BEACH FOR A DAY TRIP AND ONE HOUR IN TO THE RIDE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STOPPED WORKING OUT OF NO WHERE! THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND I HAD NO POWER TO THE WHEELS! I WAS ABLE TO GET IT OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, BUT FROM THERE IT WOU...

Aug 1, 2010 Power Train 99,000 mi

I WAS TAKING MY FAMILY TO THE BEACH FOR A DAY TRIP AND ONE HOUR IN TO THE RIDE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR STOPPED WORKING OUT OF NO WHERE! THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND I HAD NO POWER TO THE WHEELS! I WAS ABLE TO GET IT OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, BUT FROM THERE IT WOU...

Jul 31, 2010 Power Train 88,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR ONLY HAS 88,000 MI. THERE WAS NO WARNING OF PROBLEMS. MY SON WAS DRIVING ON MAJOR HWY AT 65 MPH WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO STOP ON SHOULDER. CAR NEEDS NEW TRANSMISSION. *TR

Jul 31, 2010 Power Train 88,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR ONLY HAS 88,000 MI. THERE WAS NO WARNING OF PROBLEMS. MY SON WAS DRIVING ON MAJOR HWY AT 65 MPH WHEN FAILURE OCCURRED. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO STOP ON SHOULDER. CAR NEEDS NEW TRANSMISSION. *TR

Jul 25, 2010 Power Train 140,000 mi

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEED WITH NO WARNING. VEHICLE RPM RAISES WITH NO ACCELERATION AT WHEELS. INITIAL DIAGNOSIS IS TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES FAILURE. *TR

Jul 25, 2010 Power Train 88,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR W/88,000 MILES. HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR 2 MONTHS. TRNSMISSION WENT OUT AFTER ACCELERATING CAR STARTED COASTING. NO FIX AS YET. *TR

Jul 25, 2010 Power Train 140,000 mi

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEED WITH NO WARNING. VEHICLE RPM RAISES WITH NO ACCELERATION AT WHEELS. INITIAL DIAGNOSIS IS TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES FAILURE. *TR

Jul 25, 2010 Power Train 88,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR W/88,000 MILES. HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR 2 MONTHS. TRNSMISSION WENT OUT AFTER ACCELERATING CAR STARTED COASTING. NO FIX AS YET. *TR

Jul 24, 2010 Power Train 50,645 mi

WE WERE ACCELERATING AFTER A STOP LIGHT, TRAVELING AT APPROX. 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE FAILED TO CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD. WE COASTED AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK IN A LEFT TURN LANE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. WE HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED AND FOUND OUT THAT OUR TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO...

Jul 24, 2010 Power Train 50,645 mi

WE WERE ACCELERATING AFTER A STOP LIGHT, TRAVELING AT APPROX. 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE FAILED TO CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD. WE COASTED AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK IN A LEFT TURN LANE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. WE HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED AND FOUND OUT THAT OUR TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO...

Jul 23, 2010 Power Train Crash 75,325 mi

-NO EVENT LEADING TO FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I-75, VAN LOST ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. TACH WOULD SHOW ENGINE WAS REVVING, BUT NO ACCELERATION. WAS ABLE TO GET TO EMERGENCY LANE. COULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION SHOP, FAILURE SO COMPLETE CAR COULD NOT EVEN BE RO...

Jul 23, 2010 Power Train Crash 75,325 mi

-NO EVENT LEADING TO FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I-75, VAN LOST ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. TACH WOULD SHOW ENGINE WAS REVVING, BUT NO ACCELERATION. WAS ABLE TO GET TO EMERGENCY LANE. COULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION SHOP, FAILURE SO COMPLETE CAR COULD NOT EVEN BE RO...

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 77,200 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FOR FREESTAR. TODAY I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND PUT IT INTO PARK, ENGINE RUNNING. WHEN I TRIED TO LEAVE, NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD ENGAGE. AFTER BEING TOWED TO MY LOCAL REPAIR SHOP, THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHOT. [IT WAS ALSO REPORTED TO ME THAT THIS MODEL/YE...

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 45,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN THE CITY I LIVE IN. WHEN I REACHED AN INTERSECTION,I STOPPED AND THEN PROCEEDED TO GO THRU WHEN MY VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. I HAD TO GET HELP MOVING IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS FOR ME AND MY CHILDRE...

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 77,200 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FOR FREESTAR. TODAY I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND PUT IT INTO PARK, ENGINE RUNNING. WHEN I TRIED TO LEAVE, NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD ENGAGE. AFTER BEING TOWED TO MY LOCAL REPAIR SHOP, THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHOT. [IT WAS ALSO REPORTED TO ME THAT THIS MODEL/YE...

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 45,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN THE CITY I LIVE IN. WHEN I REACHED AN INTERSECTION,I STOPPED AND THEN PROCEEDED TO GO THRU WHEN MY VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. I HAD TO GET HELP MOVING IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS FOR ME AND MY CHILDRE...

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN HAD BEEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FOR 1 HR AND 15 MINUTES. SUDDENLY LOST POWER ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE. THE ENGINE WOULD REV BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION IN ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPENED ONLY ONCE, NO WARNING, NO ENGINE LIGHT, STRANGE SOUNDS, NO SLIPPAGE OR GRINDING...

Jul 19, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN HAD BEEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FOR 1 HR AND 15 MINUTES. SUDDENLY LOST POWER ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE. THE ENGINE WOULD REV BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION IN ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPENED ONLY ONCE, NO WARNING, NO ENGINE LIGHT, STRANGE SOUNDS, NO SLIPPAGE OR GRINDING...

Jul 14, 2010 Power Train 39,965 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO THE REVERSE POSITION AND THEN INTO DRIVE. WHILE IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY HESITANT TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE ...

Jul 14, 2010 Power Train 39,965 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO THE REVERSE POSITION AND THEN INTO DRIVE. WHILE IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY HESITANT TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE ...

Jul 12, 2010 Power Train

WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL THROUGH OUR TOWN HAD MADE TWO OR THREE STOPS NO PROBLEM STARTED TO GO THROUGH A LIGHT AND NOTICE IT WAS NOT TAKING THE GAS HAD TO CHANGE LANES TO GET OFF SIDE OF ROAD AND PULL OVER ALMOST GOT HIT BY SIDE AND BACK FROM TRAFFIC THROUGH THE LIGHT HAD TWO OF MY THRE...

Jul 12, 2010 Power Train

WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL THROUGH OUR TOWN HAD MADE TWO OR THREE STOPS NO PROBLEM STARTED TO GO THROUGH A LIGHT AND NOTICE IT WAS NOT TAKING THE GAS HAD TO CHANGE LANES TO GET OFF SIDE OF ROAD AND PULL OVER ALMOST GOT HIT BY SIDE AND BACK FROM TRAFFIC THROUGH THE LIGHT HAD TWO OF MY THRE...

Jul 11, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 100,000 MILES. IT STARTED HESITATING AND LOSING POWER ABOUT A WEEK OR SO AGO AND THEN YESTERDAY AS I WAS DRIVING, THANKFULLY IN A PARKING LOT IT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. I HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY TELL ME IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER. I'VE...

Jul 11, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 100,000 MILES. IT STARTED HESITATING AND LOSING POWER ABOUT A WEEK OR SO AGO AND THEN YESTERDAY AS I WAS DRIVING, THANKFULLY IN A PARKING LOT IT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. I HAD IT TOWED TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY TELL ME IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER. I'VE...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT. IT DOES HAVE OVER 100,000 MILES ON IT. I HAD BEEN RUNNING ERRANDS ALL MORNING AND GOT HOME AND PARKED IT. LATER THAT EVENING WHEN I TRIED TO MOVE IT, IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. LUCKILY, THIS DID NOT HAPPEN TO ME WHILE DRIVING DOWN A B...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 107,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED AND DRIVEN ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TORQUE...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 109,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON HIGHWAY DURING JULY 4TH HOLIDAY WEEKEND. ON OUR WAY OUT OF ST. LOUIS, WE WERE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE DOING 65 WHEN THE RPMS RAMPED UP. CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AT THE TIME UNTIL MY HUSBAND TAPED THE BRAKE. ONCE THE CRUISE WAS DISABLED, MY HUSBAND TRIED TO ACCELERATE, WE JUS...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT. IT DOES HAVE OVER 100,000 MILES ON IT. I HAD BEEN RUNNING ERRANDS ALL MORNING AND GOT HOME AND PARKED IT. LATER THAT EVENING WHEN I TRIED TO MOVE IT, IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. LUCKILY, THIS DID NOT HAPPEN TO ME WHILE DRIVING DOWN A B...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 107,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED AND DRIVEN ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TORQUE...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 109,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON HIGHWAY DURING JULY 4TH HOLIDAY WEEKEND. ON OUR WAY OUT OF ST. LOUIS, WE WERE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE DOING 65 WHEN THE RPMS RAMPED UP. CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AT THE TIME UNTIL MY HUSBAND TAPED THE BRAKE. ONCE THE CRUISE WAS DISABLED, MY HUSBAND TRIED TO ACCELERATE, WE JUS...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train 166,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE IN HER 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WHEN SHE SUDDENLY LOST FORWARD MOMENTUM. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FOUND THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE COMPLETELY OUT WITH NO WARNING. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING FROM READING REPORTS ON THE INTERNET TH...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train 54,154 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY 2005 FREESTAR BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN ON A CORNER I STEPPED ON THE GAS BUT NOTHING HAPPENED I STARTED TO PANIC IT WAS A BLIND CORNER LINED WITH HUGE TREES,FORTUNATELY AS I WAS ABOUT TO COME TO A STOP I STARTED TO GO DOWN HILL AND WAS ABLE TO PULL...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train 166,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE IN HER 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WHEN SHE SUDDENLY LOST FORWARD MOMENTUM. SHE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FOUND THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE COMPLETELY OUT WITH NO WARNING. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING FROM READING REPORTS ON THE INTERNET TH...

Jul 7, 2010 Power Train 54,154 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY 2005 FREESTAR BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN ON A CORNER I STEPPED ON THE GAS BUT NOTHING HAPPENED I STARTED TO PANIC IT WAS A BLIND CORNER LINED WITH HUGE TREES,FORTUNATELY AS I WAS ABOUT TO COME TO A STOP I STARTED TO GO DOWN HILL AND WAS ABLE TO PULL...

Jul 6, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH WITHOUT A WARNING THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY AND THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED. SHE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RE...

Jul 6, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH WITHOUT A WARNING THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY AND THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED. SHE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RE...

Jul 5, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

NOTE: I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WITH 123,000 ON THE ENGINE. ON JULY 4, I WAS DRIVING DOWN 1-70 WEST BETWEEN WASHINGTON,PA AND CLAYSVILLE, PA WITH MY WIFE AND 2 DAUGHTERS, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. I TRIED ALL GEARS BUT, THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. EVENTUALLY, ...

Jul 5, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

NOTE: I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WITH 123,000 ON THE ENGINE. ON JULY 4, I WAS DRIVING DOWN 1-70 WEST BETWEEN WASHINGTON,PA AND CLAYSVILLE, PA WITH MY WIFE AND 2 DAUGHTERS, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. I TRIED ALL GEARS BUT, THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. EVENTUALLY, ...

Jun 29, 2010 Power Train 77,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK 4 AM IN THE MORNING GOING 60 PLUS MILES PER HOUR, ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE MY VAN SLOW DOWN TO A STOP. MY ENGINE WAS STILL ON BUT THE CAR WONT GO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS TO ME BECAUSE THERE WAS NO WARNING WHAT SO EVER. ENGINE LIGHT WASN'T ON JUST C...

Jun 29, 2010 Power Train 77,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK 4 AM IN THE MORNING GOING 60 PLUS MILES PER HOUR, ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE MY VAN SLOW DOWN TO A STOP. MY ENGINE WAS STILL ON BUT THE CAR WONT GO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS TO ME BECAUSE THERE WAS NO WARNING WHAT SO EVER. ENGINE LIGHT WASN'T ON JUST C...

Jun 26, 2010 Power Train 86,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FREESTAR(FORD) ON THE BELTWAY AT 55MPH WHEN SUDDENLY IT STOPPED MOVING. THE ENGINE KEPT RUNNING BUT IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE SHIFTING HARDWARE- IT SEEMS TO BE A TRANSMISSION ISSUE WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING, NO SLIPPING, NO NOISE AND NO WARNI...

Jun 26, 2010 Power Train 86,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FREESTAR(FORD) ON THE BELTWAY AT 55MPH WHEN SUDDENLY IT STOPPED MOVING. THE ENGINE KEPT RUNNING BUT IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE SHIFTING HARDWARE- IT SEEMS TO BE A TRANSMISSION ISSUE WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING, NO SLIPPING, NO NOISE AND NO WARNI...

Jun 19, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH MY DAUGHTER ON A HOT SATURDAY AFTERNOON WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY VAN STARTED SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED TOWARDS A NEARBY GAS STATION UNTIL THE VAN COMPLETELY STOPPED IN THE GAS STATION ENTRANCE. IT WOULD ENGAGE INTO GEAR BUT NOT MOVE AT AL...

Jun 19, 2010 Power Train 53,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH MY DAUGHTER ON A HOT SATURDAY AFTERNOON WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING MY VAN STARTED SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED TOWARDS A NEARBY GAS STATION UNTIL THE VAN COMPLETELY STOPPED IN THE GAS STATION ENTRANCE. IT WOULD ENGAGE INTO GEAR BUT NOT MOVE AT AL...

Jun 17, 2010 Suspension

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 17, 2010 Power Train

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 17, 2010 Suspension

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 17, 2010 Power Train

I HAVE A 2005 FREESTAR SPORT VAN. WHEN IT IS RELATIVELY HOT OUTSIDE AND I'VE DRIVEN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR OR SO, THERE IS THIS LOUD SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF MY VAN. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND GETS LOUDER WITH TIME TRAVELED. I'VE TAKEN THIS VAN BACK TO THE DEALER FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED....

Jun 15, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE MAKING A TURN DRIVING 15 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSIO...

Jun 15, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE MAKING A TURN DRIVING 15 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSIO...

Jun 10, 2010 Power Train

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND WAITED FOR TRAFFIC TO PASS. WHEN IT WAS SAFE TO PULL OUT, I DID SO, MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN. I THEN HAD TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN, AND ABOUT HALF WAY INTO THE TURN LANE MY ENGINE REVVED UP AND THEN THE VAN BEGAN TO SLOW. LUCKILY THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC COMING AND I WAS A...

Jun 10, 2010 Power Train

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND WAITED FOR TRAFFIC TO PASS. WHEN IT WAS SAFE TO PULL OUT, I DID SO, MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN. I THEN HAD TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN, AND ABOUT HALF WAY INTO THE TURN LANE MY ENGINE REVVED UP AND THEN THE VAN BEGAN TO SLOW. LUCKILY THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC COMING AND I WAS A...

Jun 8, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO INDEPENDENTLY DECREASE IN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS PLACE OF RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON TH...

Jun 8, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO INDEPENDENTLY DECREASE IN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS PLACE OF RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON TH...

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 87,000 mi

WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN IT WAS TIME TO GO I STEPPED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE VAN MOVED JUST ENOUGH TO GET US PAST THE INTERSECTION. WHEN I STEPPED ON THE PEDAL AGAIN IT DID NOT RESPOND WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE REVVING OF THE NEEDLE. IT WAS LIKE IF THE VAN WAS IN NEUTRAL. WE AVOIDED THE HEA...

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 75,491 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR, WE WERE DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE ENGINE STILL RAN, BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. WHEN WE TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE SHOP, THEY SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED. *TR

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 66,697 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE DOING 70 MPH, I WAS TRYING TO PASS A SLOWER CAR MY VAN STARTING REVVING BUT I WAS SLOWING DOWN. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT GETTING INTO AN ACCIDENT. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP WHERE I WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD...

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 87,000 mi

WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN IT WAS TIME TO GO I STEPPED ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE VAN MOVED JUST ENOUGH TO GET US PAST THE INTERSECTION. WHEN I STEPPED ON THE PEDAL AGAIN IT DID NOT RESPOND WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE REVVING OF THE NEEDLE. IT WAS LIKE IF THE VAN WAS IN NEUTRAL. WE AVOIDED THE HEA...

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 75,491 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR, WE WERE DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER TO THE VEHICLE. THE ENGINE STILL RAN, BUT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. WHEN WE TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE SHOP, THEY SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED. *TR

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 66,697 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE DOING 70 MPH, I WAS TRYING TO PASS A SLOWER CAR MY VAN STARTING REVVING BUT I WAS SLOWING DOWN. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT GETTING INTO AN ACCIDENT. I HAD IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP WHERE I WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD...

May 27, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

SHORTLY AFTER PROCEEDING THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION WHILE DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE, AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, MY VEHICLE SIMPLY QUIT MOVING. THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THE VEHICLE CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP. HOW I DIDN'T GET REAR ENDED AT THAT TIME, OR AS I SAT WAITING FOR ASSISTANCE, IS A COMPLETE MIRA...

May 27, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

SHORTLY AFTER PROCEEDING THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION WHILE DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE, AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, MY VEHICLE SIMPLY QUIT MOVING. THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THE VEHICLE CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP. HOW I DIDN'T GET REAR ENDED AT THAT TIME, OR AS I SAT WAITING FOR ASSISTANCE, IS A COMPLETE MIRA...

May 24, 2010 Power Train 86,320 mi

NO SIGN OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE ACTUAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WIFE WAS DRIVING HERSELF AND KIDS TO SCHOOL WHILE I WAS AWAY ON BUSINESS TRAVEL AND AS SHE WAS DRIVING IN A 40MPH ZONE, SHE SUDDENLY NOTICED THAT THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN EVEN THOUGH THE ENGINE WAS REVVING HIGH. SINCE SHE WA...

May 24, 2010 Power Train 71,165 mi

MY WIFE WAS TRAVELING IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN SHE PULLED OUT ON TO A BUSY STATE ROUTE, THE CAR JUST STOPPED GOING, SHE WOULD PUSH ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. SHE WAS ALMOST HIT BY CARS THAT WERE ALREADY TRAVELING ON THE ROAD AT 55MPH. AFTER ...

May 24, 2010 Power Train 86,320 mi

NO SIGN OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THE ACTUAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WIFE WAS DRIVING HERSELF AND KIDS TO SCHOOL WHILE I WAS AWAY ON BUSINESS TRAVEL AND AS SHE WAS DRIVING IN A 40MPH ZONE, SHE SUDDENLY NOTICED THAT THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN EVEN THOUGH THE ENGINE WAS REVVING HIGH. SINCE SHE WA...

May 24, 2010 Power Train 71,165 mi

MY WIFE WAS TRAVELING IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHEN SHE PULLED OUT ON TO A BUSY STATE ROUTE, THE CAR JUST STOPPED GOING, SHE WOULD PUSH ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV, BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. SHE WAS ALMOST HIT BY CARS THAT WERE ALREADY TRAVELING ON THE ROAD AT 55MPH. AFTER ...

May 21, 2010 Power Train 66,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED IN 2005 FORD FREESTAR. VEHICLE HAS 66,000 MILES. WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND FAILED. NO WARNING. *TR

May 21, 2010 Power Train 66,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED IN 2005 FORD FREESTAR. VEHICLE HAS 66,000 MILES. WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND FAILED. NO WARNING. *TR

May 17, 2010 Power Train 62,084 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN WHILE TRAVELING IN A 45 MPH ZONE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT OR STRANGE NOISES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. MY WIFE WAS LUCKY TO HAVE GOTTEN THE VEHICLE OUT OF TRAFFIC BEFORE SHE WAS REAR-ENDED WHICH WOULD HAVE OBVIOUSLY C...

May 17, 2010 Power Train 62,084 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER TO THE DRIVETRAIN WHILE TRAVELING IN A 45 MPH ZONE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT OR STRANGE NOISES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. MY WIFE WAS LUCKY TO HAVE GOTTEN THE VEHICLE OUT OF TRAFFIC BEFORE SHE WAS REAR-ENDED WHICH WOULD HAVE OBVIOUSLY C...

May 15, 2010 Power Train 86,300 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT I RECENTLY PURCHASED AT A USED CAR DEALERSHIP 6 MONTHS AGO. TODAY I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 75 IN PLANO, TX WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPM WENT UP AND THE TRANSMISSION DIED. I HAD TO CROSS LANES ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY AND COAST TO T...

May 15, 2010 Power Train 86,300 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT I RECENTLY PURCHASED AT A USED CAR DEALERSHIP 6 MONTHS AGO. TODAY I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 75 IN PLANO, TX WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPM WENT UP AND THE TRANSMISSION DIED. I HAD TO CROSS LANES ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY AND COAST TO T...

May 14, 2010 Power Train 61,326 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61,326 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 62,344.

May 14, 2010 Power Train 61,326 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61,326 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 62,344.

May 10, 2010 Power Train 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE ON MY WAY TO WORK ONE MORNING GOING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY IN THE FAST LANE PASSING A CAR, MY MOTOR JUST REVS. I COAST TO THE EDGE OF THE ROAD AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE (THIS WAS DURING 8:00AM RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC). THEN I WAS STRANDED THERE FOR OVER AN HOUR ...

May 10, 2010 Power Train 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE ON MY WAY TO WORK ONE MORNING GOING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY IN THE FAST LANE PASSING A CAR, MY MOTOR JUST REVS. I COAST TO THE EDGE OF THE ROAD AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE (THIS WAS DURING 8:00AM RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC). THEN I WAS STRANDED THERE FOR OVER AN HOUR ...

May 3, 2010 Power Train 72,147 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 72,147 MILES. ENTERED HOV AND CAR CAME UP TO SPEED THEN RPMS INCREASED AND NO ENGAGEMENT OF TRANSMISSION. HAD TO AVOID TRAFFIC, COAST TO STOP. PUT VEHICLE IN PARK, THEN TRIED TO RE-ENGAGE TRANSMISSION. TRIED REV, D, 3, 2, AND ENGINE SEEMED TO ONLY BE IN NEUTRAL. STRANDED TWO...

May 3, 2010 Power Train 74 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

May 3, 2010 Power Train 72,147 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, 72,147 MILES. ENTERED HOV AND CAR CAME UP TO SPEED THEN RPMS INCREASED AND NO ENGAGEMENT OF TRANSMISSION. HAD TO AVOID TRAFFIC, COAST TO STOP. PUT VEHICLE IN PARK, THEN TRIED TO RE-ENGAGE TRANSMISSION. TRIED REV, D, 3, 2, AND ENGINE SEEMED TO ONLY BE IN NEUTRAL. STRANDED TWO...

May 3, 2010 Power Train 74 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Apr 29, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN - SAME FAILURE - ABOUT 2 YEARS APART - TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER AND SHAFT FAILURE. DECEMBER 2007, JUST CAME UP TO A STOP SIGN AND LOST POWER. WE DID NOT HAVE ANY WARNING. AFTER STOPPING, THE ENGINE STILL RAN BUT THE FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE ENGIN...

Apr 29, 2010 Power Train 47,870 mi

AFTER LEAVING A STOPLIGHT AND ACCELERATING TO 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STARTED TO RACE AND THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. I WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO A STOP AT WHICH TIME I FOUND THAT NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD WORK, INCLUDING REVERSE. I WAS TOWED EVENTUALLY BY AAA AND HAVE A "BALLPARK" ESTIMATE OF O...

Apr 29, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN - SAME FAILURE - ABOUT 2 YEARS APART - TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER AND SHAFT FAILURE. DECEMBER 2007, JUST CAME UP TO A STOP SIGN AND LOST POWER. WE DID NOT HAVE ANY WARNING. AFTER STOPPING, THE ENGINE STILL RAN BUT THE FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE ENGIN...

Apr 29, 2010 Power Train 47,870 mi

AFTER LEAVING A STOPLIGHT AND ACCELERATING TO 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STARTED TO RACE AND THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING. I WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO A STOP AT WHICH TIME I FOUND THAT NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD WORK, INCLUDING REVERSE. I WAS TOWED EVENTUALLY BY AAA AND HAVE A "BALLPARK" ESTIMATE OF O...

Apr 26, 2010 Power Train 48,567 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2005 FREESTAR - 49000 MILES. *TR

Apr 26, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

CAR IS KEPT IN GARAGE. ALL RECOMMENDED SERVICES ARE UP TO DATE. DROVE IT FINE YESTERDAY. TODAY, VEHICLE STARTED FINE, GEAR SHIFT WORKS FINE BUT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NOT ENGAGING. TRANSMISSION SEEMS LOCKED IN NEUTRAL. WHEN A GEAR IS SELECTED, THE CAR JUST REVS WITHOUT GOING ANYWHERE. SAME IN ...

Apr 26, 2010 Power Train 48,567 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2005 FREESTAR - 49000 MILES. *TR

Apr 26, 2010 Power Train 48,000 mi

CAR IS KEPT IN GARAGE. ALL RECOMMENDED SERVICES ARE UP TO DATE. DROVE IT FINE YESTERDAY. TODAY, VEHICLE STARTED FINE, GEAR SHIFT WORKS FINE BUT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NOT ENGAGING. TRANSMISSION SEEMS LOCKED IN NEUTRAL. WHEN A GEAR IS SELECTED, THE CAR JUST REVS WITHOUT GOING ANYWHERE. SAME IN ...

Apr 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG AT 35 MPH SUDDENLY THE ENGINE REV'S AND WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR COMPLETELY LOSES PULLING POWER WE COAST INTO A PARKING LOT THE CAR CRANKS BUT WONT MOVE. *TR

Apr 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG AT 35 MPH SUDDENLY THE ENGINE REV'S AND WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR COMPLETELY LOSES PULLING POWER WE COAST INTO A PARKING LOT THE CAR CRANKS BUT WONT MOVE. *TR

Apr 22, 2010 Power Train 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SURGES AND REVS OUT. THERE WAS NO POWER AND THE VAN COASTED TO A STOP. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE AND THE VAN WOULD NO LONGER MOVE .THERE WAS NO WARNING OR CHECK LIGHT NO SOUNDS OR S...

Apr 22, 2010 Power Train 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SURGES AND REVS OUT. THERE WAS NO POWER AND THE VAN COASTED TO A STOP. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE AND THE VAN WOULD NO LONGER MOVE .THERE WAS NO WARNING OR CHECK LIGHT NO SOUNDS OR S...

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 43,300 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 43,000 MILES ON IT. WHILE LEAVING THE PARKING LIT,THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO FORD GARAGE. THEY SAID I NEEDED A TORQUE CONVERTER. THE COST IS $1500 DOLLARS. *TR

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

ON FRIDAY, 4/16/10, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN SUDDENLY SPIKED IN RPM'S AND THEN STARTED COASTING. IN THE MIDDLE OF RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC...I HAD TO MAKE IT SAFELY ONTO THE SHOULDER. I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND LET IT SIT FOR A FEW MINUTES, IN HOPES THAT I...

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TWO DAYS AGO WITHOUT WARNING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VAN ONLY HAS 75,000 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN JUST LOST POWER. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AND COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE (CAUSED AN ACCIDENT). I HAVE RES...

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 43,300 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 43,000 MILES ON IT. WHILE LEAVING THE PARKING LIT,THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO FORD GARAGE. THEY SAID I NEEDED A TORQUE CONVERTER. THE COST IS $1500 DOLLARS. *TR

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 120,000 mi

ON FRIDAY, 4/16/10, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH WHEN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN SUDDENLY SPIKED IN RPM'S AND THEN STARTED COASTING. IN THE MIDDLE OF RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC...I HAD TO MAKE IT SAFELY ONTO THE SHOULDER. I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND LET IT SIT FOR A FEW MINUTES, IN HOPES THAT I...

Apr 21, 2010 Power Train 75,000 mi

I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TWO DAYS AGO WITHOUT WARNING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VAN ONLY HAS 75,000 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VAN JUST LOST POWER. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AND COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE (CAUSED AN ACCIDENT). I HAVE RES...

Apr 20, 2010 Power Train 71,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN I-77 IN ROCK HILL SC WHEN WITH NO WARNING THE VAN FELT LIKE IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR. LUCKILY I WAS BEGINNING TO EXIT WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED OR ME AND MY 3 CHILDREN COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. TURNS OUT THE TRANSMISSION BLEW! NO WARNING,NOTHING. $2200.00 LATER I HAVE A NEW TRANSMISS...

Apr 20, 2010 Power Train 81,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, TRANSMISSION. ON SATURDAY 4/17/2010 MY VAN WORKED FINE. ON MONDAY MORNING I WENT TO TAKE IT TO WORK AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. AND REVERSE WOULD NOT WORK. I WAS ABLE TO GET IT BACK HOME. BUT TODAY WHEN I TRIED TO FINE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. THE ENGINE WOULD JUST STALL. AND I...

Apr 20, 2010 Power Train 71,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN I-77 IN ROCK HILL SC WHEN WITH NO WARNING THE VAN FELT LIKE IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR. LUCKILY I WAS BEGINNING TO EXIT WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED OR ME AND MY 3 CHILDREN COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. TURNS OUT THE TRANSMISSION BLEW! NO WARNING,NOTHING. $2200.00 LATER I HAVE A NEW TRANSMISS...

Apr 20, 2010 Power Train 81,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, TRANSMISSION. ON SATURDAY 4/17/2010 MY VAN WORKED FINE. ON MONDAY MORNING I WENT TO TAKE IT TO WORK AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. AND REVERSE WOULD NOT WORK. I WAS ABLE TO GET IT BACK HOME. BUT TODAY WHEN I TRIED TO FINE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. THE ENGINE WOULD JUST STALL. AND I...

Apr 19, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 70,000 MILES WIFE WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY WHEN VEHICLE LOST POWER. LUCKILY SHE SAFELY COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER. LOCAL FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE AND STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND PRICE WAS $3000. VEHICLE HAD NO NOTICEABLE PROBLEMS WITH SHIFTING ...

Apr 19, 2010 Power Train 66,500 mi

ACCELERATING ONTO THE INTERSTATE AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. FORTUNATELY I HAD ENOUGH ACCELERATION TO PULL OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WAS AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP THE WEEK BEFORE FOR ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND MAINTENANCE CHECK AT WHICH TIME THEY TOLD ME TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKED OUT...

Apr 19, 2010 Power Train 73,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 70,000 MILES WIFE WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY WHEN VEHICLE LOST POWER. LUCKILY SHE SAFELY COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER. LOCAL FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE AND STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND PRICE WAS $3000. VEHICLE HAD NO NOTICEABLE PROBLEMS WITH SHIFTING ...

Apr 19, 2010 Power Train 66,500 mi

ACCELERATING ONTO THE INTERSTATE AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. FORTUNATELY I HAD ENOUGH ACCELERATION TO PULL OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WAS AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP THE WEEK BEFORE FOR ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND MAINTENANCE CHECK AT WHICH TIME THEY TOLD ME TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKED OUT...

Apr 18, 2010 Electrical System 35,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED -- VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. VEHICLE HAS HAD ACCELERATION AND REVVING OF ENGINE WHEN IDLING IN NEUTRAL, AND ALSO SOMETIMES NO REVERSE GEAR. SOMETIMES IT JUST FAILS TO START. ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTED TO BE REPAIRED...

Apr 18, 2010 Power Train 35,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED -- VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. VEHICLE HAS HAD ACCELERATION AND REVVING OF ENGINE WHEN IDLING IN NEUTRAL, AND ALSO SOMETIMES NO REVERSE GEAR. SOMETIMES IT JUST FAILS TO START. ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTED TO BE REPAIRED...

Apr 18, 2010 Electrical System 35,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED -- VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. VEHICLE HAS HAD ACCELERATION AND REVVING OF ENGINE WHEN IDLING IN NEUTRAL, AND ALSO SOMETIMES NO REVERSE GEAR. SOMETIMES IT JUST FAILS TO START. ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTED TO BE REPAIRED...

Apr 18, 2010 Power Train 35,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED -- VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. VEHICLE HAS HAD ACCELERATION AND REVVING OF ENGINE WHEN IDLING IN NEUTRAL, AND ALSO SOMETIMES NO REVERSE GEAR. SOMETIMES IT JUST FAILS TO START. ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTED TO BE REPAIRED...

Apr 17, 2010 Power Train 100,364 mi

I HAD JUST LEFT MY DRIVEWAY. AS I WAS PULLING ONTO CALABASH DRIVE FROM A STOP SIGN AT MAPLEWOOD DRIVE MY VEHICLE LOST SPEED. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING I LOST CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSMISSION. SINCE I WAS ONLY TRAVELING APPROX. 25 MPH I WAS ABLE TO DRIFT INTO A DRIVEWAY. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS ...

Apr 17, 2010 Power Train 100,364 mi

I HAD JUST LEFT MY DRIVEWAY. AS I WAS PULLING ONTO CALABASH DRIVE FROM A STOP SIGN AT MAPLEWOOD DRIVE MY VEHICLE LOST SPEED. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING I LOST CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSMISSION. SINCE I WAS ONLY TRAVELING APPROX. 25 MPH I WAS ABLE TO DRIFT INTO A DRIVEWAY. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS ...

Apr 14, 2010 Power Train 94,826 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 45 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ACCORDINGLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRAGGING AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVER...

Apr 14, 2010 Power Train 94,826 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 45 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ACCORDINGLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRAGGING AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVER...

Apr 5, 2010 Power Train 79,280 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG I-55 IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AT 65 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN REVVED UP - THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE FLEW UP TO BETWEEN 5000 AND 6000 RPM - AND ALL POWER WAS LOST IMMEDIATELY. ALL I COULD DO WAS COAST OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD....

Apr 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,121 mi

I BEGAN HAVING INTERMITTENT TROUBLE STARTING THE VAN IN FEB. 2010 DURING A RECORD SNOW WEEK. I CONTRIBUTED IT TO THE COLD WEATHER AND BAD CONDITIONS. IN MARCH THE PROBLEM CONTINUED VERY SPORADICALLY WITH NOT STARTING ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT. ON MARCH 5TH THE VAN ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. ON MAR...

Apr 5, 2010 Power Train 79,280 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG I-55 IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AT 65 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, WITH NO WARNING WHATSOEVER, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN REVVED UP - THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE FLEW UP TO BETWEEN 5000 AND 6000 RPM - AND ALL POWER WAS LOST IMMEDIATELY. ALL I COULD DO WAS COAST OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD....

Apr 5, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,121 mi

I BEGAN HAVING INTERMITTENT TROUBLE STARTING THE VAN IN FEB. 2010 DURING A RECORD SNOW WEEK. I CONTRIBUTED IT TO THE COLD WEATHER AND BAD CONDITIONS. IN MARCH THE PROBLEM CONTINUED VERY SPORADICALLY WITH NOT STARTING ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT. ON MARCH 5TH THE VAN ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. ON MAR...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 29,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR - MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY KIDS AND THE CAR JUST STARTED LOSING ITS ACCILERATION. AND THEN WOULD NOT MOVE. SHE IS RIGHT NOW ON THE HIGHWAY WAITING FOR A TOW TRUCK. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED, IT HAPPENED TO ME A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO AND I TOOK IT...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 37,000 mi

ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2010 MY WIFE WENT TO LEAVE THE DRIVEWAY WITH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH MY TWO SONS. THE MINIVAN WOULD START THEN DIE. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP CALLED AND TOLD ME THAT THE PCM HAD WATER AND CORROSION AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. REGARDLESS OF T...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 58,600 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH UNDER CRUISE CONTROL RPM SURGED UP. TAPPED BRAKES AND ENGINE APPEARED DISCONNECT FROM DRIVE WHEELS. COASTED TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. COULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR INCLUDING REVERSE. TRANSMISSION FLUID MARK WAS ABOVE FULL MARK. RESULT WAS FAILURE IN...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 29,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR - MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY KIDS AND THE CAR JUST STARTED LOSING ITS ACCILERATION. AND THEN WOULD NOT MOVE. SHE IS RIGHT NOW ON THE HIGHWAY WAITING FOR A TOW TRUCK. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED, IT HAPPENED TO ME A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO AND I TOOK IT...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 37,000 mi

ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2010 MY WIFE WENT TO LEAVE THE DRIVEWAY WITH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH MY TWO SONS. THE MINIVAN WOULD START THEN DIE. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP CALLED AND TOLD ME THAT THE PCM HAD WATER AND CORROSION AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. REGARDLESS OF T...

Apr 1, 2010 Power Train 58,600 mi

DRIVING AT 65 MPH UNDER CRUISE CONTROL RPM SURGED UP. TAPPED BRAKES AND ENGINE APPEARED DISCONNECT FROM DRIVE WHEELS. COASTED TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. COULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR INCLUDING REVERSE. TRANSMISSION FLUID MARK WAS ABOVE FULL MARK. RESULT WAS FAILURE IN...

Mar 31, 2010 Power Train 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE. ONCE IT DID, AND I BEGAN DRIVING, CAR JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART AND PULL OVER TO SAFER AREA. NO PREVIOUS SIGNS OF A PROBLEM.

Mar 31, 2010 Power Train 76,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE. ONCE IT DID, AND I BEGAN DRIVING, CAR JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART AND PULL OVER TO SAFER AREA. NO PREVIOUS SIGNS OF A PROBLEM.

Mar 30, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AT SPEEDS OF 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE CONTACT?S ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Mar 30, 2010 Power Train 80,100 mi

ON MARCH 19TH, I TRAVELED TO PORT LAVACA (30 MILES) TO SEE MY AUNT AND TAKE HER OUT TO EAT. AFTER PICKING HER UP AT HER HOME WE WERE ON HWY. 35 TRAVELLING ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE DROPPED TO 20 MPH AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER IT ENOUGH TO MOVE RIGHT INTO A DRIVEWAY. THE ...

Mar 30, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AT SPEEDS OF 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE CONTACT?S ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Mar 30, 2010 Power Train 80,100 mi

ON MARCH 19TH, I TRAVELED TO PORT LAVACA (30 MILES) TO SEE MY AUNT AND TAKE HER OUT TO EAT. AFTER PICKING HER UP AT HER HOME WE WERE ON HWY. 35 TRAVELLING ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE DROPPED TO 20 MPH AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER IT ENOUGH TO MOVE RIGHT INTO A DRIVEWAY. THE ...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE APPROX 25 MPH, VEHICLE HAD SLIGHT SURGE THEN CAME TO A STOP. WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. ACTED AS IF IT WAS ALWAYS IN NEUTRAL. OCCURRED ONLY ONCE, CURRENTLY AT DEALERSHIP. INDICATING FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. NEED TO REPLACE TORQUE CONVERTER AND OVERHAUL TRANSMISSI...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN WHEN THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV AND THE RPMS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. HE STATED THAT HE BELIEVED THE FAILURE TO BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHI...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE APPROX 25 MPH, VEHICLE HAD SLIGHT SURGE THEN CAME TO A STOP. WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. ACTED AS IF IT WAS ALWAYS IN NEUTRAL. OCCURRED ONLY ONCE, CURRENTLY AT DEALERSHIP. INDICATING FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. NEED TO REPLACE TORQUE CONVERTER AND OVERHAUL TRANSMISSI...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE APPROX 25 MPH, VEHICLE HAD SLIGHT SURGE THEN CAME TO A STOP. WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. ACTED AS IF IT WAS ALWAYS IN NEUTRAL. OCCURRED ONLY ONCE, CURRENTLY AT DEALERSHIP. INDICATING FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. NEED TO REPLACE TORQUE CONVERTER AND OVERHAUL TRANSMISSI...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN WHEN THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV AND THE RPMS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. HE STATED THAT HE BELIEVED THE FAILURE TO BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHI...

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE APPROX 25 MPH, VEHICLE HAD SLIGHT SURGE THEN CAME TO A STOP. WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. ACTED AS IF IT WAS ALWAYS IN NEUTRAL. OCCURRED ONLY ONCE, CURRENTLY AT DEALERSHIP. INDICATING FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. NEED TO REPLACE TORQUE CONVERTER AND OVERHAUL TRANSMISSI...

Mar 28, 2010 Power Train 118,554 mi

WE EXPERIENCED 3 FAILURES OF THE POWER TRAIN MODULE OF OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN FROM OCTOBER 2009 TO MARCH 2010. THE 1ST AND 3RD FAILURES OCCURRED AFTER RAIN. FORTUNATELY, ALL THREE TIMES WE WERE TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, AT TIMES OF DAY WITH LIGHT TRAFFIC AND DID NOT HAVE CHILDREN IN THE VAN. O...

Mar 28, 2010 Power Train 67,066 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. 67066 MILES LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE STARTS NONE OF THE GEARS WORK. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT DRIVE *CN

Mar 28, 2010 Power Train 118,554 mi

WE EXPERIENCED 3 FAILURES OF THE POWER TRAIN MODULE OF OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN FROM OCTOBER 2009 TO MARCH 2010. THE 1ST AND 3RD FAILURES OCCURRED AFTER RAIN. FORTUNATELY, ALL THREE TIMES WE WERE TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, AT TIMES OF DAY WITH LIGHT TRAFFIC AND DID NOT HAVE CHILDREN IN THE VAN. O...

Mar 28, 2010 Power Train 67,066 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR. 67066 MILES LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE STARTS NONE OF THE GEARS WORK. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT DRIVE *CN

Mar 25, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC.

Mar 25, 2010 Power Train 50,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC.

Mar 24, 2010 Power Train 50,800 mi

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED INTO THE BANK TO GET SOME MONEY THEN WHEN WE WERE PULLING OUT ACROSS A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY OUR VAN ACTED LIKE IT WAS PULLED INTO NUTRUAL. I COASTED IT BACK INTO PARKING LOT. WE CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE IT HAD 50,800 MILES ON IT AND THE ...

Mar 24, 2010 Electrical System 50,800 mi

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED INTO THE BANK TO GET SOME MONEY THEN WHEN WE WERE PULLING OUT ACROSS A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY OUR VAN ACTED LIKE IT WAS PULLED INTO NUTRUAL. I COASTED IT BACK INTO PARKING LOT. WE CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE IT HAD 50,800 MILES ON IT AND THE ...

Mar 24, 2010 Power Train 50,800 mi

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED INTO THE BANK TO GET SOME MONEY THEN WHEN WE WERE PULLING OUT ACROSS A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY OUR VAN ACTED LIKE IT WAS PULLED INTO NUTRUAL. I COASTED IT BACK INTO PARKING LOT. WE CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE IT HAD 50,800 MILES ON IT AND THE ...

Mar 24, 2010 Electrical System 50,800 mi

MY FAMILY AND I PULLED INTO THE BANK TO GET SOME MONEY THEN WHEN WE WERE PULLING OUT ACROSS A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY OUR VAN ACTED LIKE IT WAS PULLED INTO NUTRUAL. I COASTED IT BACK INTO PARKING LOT. WE CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE IT HAD 50,800 MILES ON IT AND THE ...

Mar 21, 2010 Power Train 80,100 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH, WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT DOWN TO 20 MPH. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A TWO LANE HIGHWAY, AND I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING OVER TO THE RIGHT. THE LEFT SIDE WAS A MEDIAN. I FINALLY MANAGED TO GET OVER TO THE RIGHT AND PULLED INTO A DRIVEWA...

Mar 21, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,100 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH, WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT DOWN TO 20 MPH. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A TWO LANE HIGHWAY, AND I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING OVER TO THE RIGHT. THE LEFT SIDE WAS A MEDIAN. I FINALLY MANAGED TO GET OVER TO THE RIGHT AND PULLED INTO A DRIVEWA...

Mar 21, 2010 Power Train 58,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE TRANSMISSION FAILED COMPLETELY. PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TRANSMISSION NEVER ENGAGED IN ANY GEAR AGAIN. IN REPAIR SHOP. *TR

Mar 21, 2010 Power Train 80,100 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH, WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT DOWN TO 20 MPH. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A TWO LANE HIGHWAY, AND I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING OVER TO THE RIGHT. THE LEFT SIDE WAS A MEDIAN. I FINALLY MANAGED TO GET OVER TO THE RIGHT AND PULLED INTO A DRIVEWA...

Mar 21, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,100 mi

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH, WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY WENT DOWN TO 20 MPH. I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A TWO LANE HIGHWAY, AND I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING OVER TO THE RIGHT. THE LEFT SIDE WAS A MEDIAN. I FINALLY MANAGED TO GET OVER TO THE RIGHT AND PULLED INTO A DRIVEWA...

Mar 21, 2010 Power Train 58,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE TRANSMISSION FAILED COMPLETELY. PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TRANSMISSION NEVER ENGAGED IN ANY GEAR AGAIN. IN REPAIR SHOP. *TR

Mar 19, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

VAN JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. IT JUST CUT OFF. THE MECHANICS ARE SAYING THE COMPUTER WENT OUT. WE HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION NOT EVEN 6 MONTHS AFTER WE GOT THE VAN IN 2006. *TR

Mar 19, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

VAN JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. IT JUST CUT OFF. THE MECHANICS ARE SAYING THE COMPUTER WENT OUT. WE HAD TO GET A NEW TRANSMISSION NOT EVEN 6 MONTHS AFTER WE GOT THE VAN IN 2006. *TR

Mar 18, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. *TR

Mar 18, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

I BACKED MY FORD 2005 FREESTAR VAN OUT OF MY DRIVE WHICH IS ON AN INCLINE. THE TRANSMISSION WENT WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS BACKING UP. BARELY GOT THE VAN STOPPED BEFORE CASCADING DOWN THE HILL AT THE SIDE OF MY HOUSE. THE FORD FREESTAR WAS BOUGHT NEW IN 2005 AND HAD LESS THAN 45000 MILES ON IT. PU...

Mar 15, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

I BACKED MY FORD 2005 FREESTAR VAN OUT OF MY DRIVE WHICH IS ON AN INCLINE. THE TRANSMISSION WENT WITHOUT WARNING AS I WAS BACKING UP. BARELY GOT THE VAN STOPPED BEFORE CASCADING DOWN THE HILL AT THE SIDE OF MY HOUSE. THE FORD FREESTAR WAS BOUGHT NEW IN 2005 AND HAD LESS THAN 45000 MILES ON IT. PU...

Mar 12, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

PE09033 & EA09-016, A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO AN INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES. FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AROUND 50,000 MILES FOR THIS SAME REASON AND NOW IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN. *TR

Mar 12, 2010 Power Train 117,000 mi

PE09033 & EA09-016, A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER DUE TO AN INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES. FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AROUND 50,000 MILES FOR THIS SAME REASON AND NOW IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN. *TR

Mar 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 158,000 mi

MY CAR IS A FORD 2005 FREESTAR. IT IS EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURE. THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND DOES NOT RESPOND EVEN IF I PUMP THE BRAKES, THEN, GOES BACK TO NORMAL. I HAVE HAD IT LOOKED AT BY FORD 2 TIMES, GOODYEAR ONE TIME AND MEINEKE ONCE AS WELL. FORD COULD NOT DUPLICATE AND SEN...

Mar 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 158,000 mi

MY CAR IS A FORD 2005 FREESTAR. IT IS EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURE. THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND DOES NOT RESPOND EVEN IF I PUMP THE BRAKES, THEN, GOES BACK TO NORMAL. I HAVE HAD IT LOOKED AT BY FORD 2 TIMES, GOODYEAR ONE TIME AND MEINEKE ONCE AS WELL. FORD COULD NOT DUPLICATE AND SEN...

Mar 8, 2010 Power Train 114,913 mi

ON 2/20/2010 I WENT TO BACK OUT OF A DRIVEWAY. I PUT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR INTO REVERSE AND IT DID NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE GEAR SHIFTER WENT INTO REVERSE, BUT MY VAN DIDN'T MOVE. WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL, MY TIRES DIDN'T SPIN TO MOVE. I HAD TO HAVE VAN TOWED BACK TO MY HOME TH...

Mar 8, 2010 Power Train 114,913 mi

ON 2/20/2010 I WENT TO BACK OUT OF A DRIVEWAY. I PUT MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR INTO REVERSE AND IT DID NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE GEAR SHIFTER WENT INTO REVERSE, BUT MY VAN DIDN'T MOVE. WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL, MY TIRES DIDN'T SPIN TO MOVE. I HAD TO HAVE VAN TOWED BACK TO MY HOME TH...

Mar 7, 2010 Power Train 80,500 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN, [XXX] . I WAS DRIVING IT TONIGHT AT 75 MPH ON INTERSTATE 75 IN EIGHT LANES OF TRAFFIC IN ATLANTA, GA AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT COMPLETELY AND SHIFTED TO NEUTRAL WI...

Mar 7, 2010 Power Train 80,500 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN, [XXX] . I WAS DRIVING IT TONIGHT AT 75 MPH ON INTERSTATE 75 IN EIGHT LANES OF TRAFFIC IN ATLANTA, GA AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT COMPLETELY AND SHIFTED TO NEUTRAL WI...

Mar 5, 2010 Power Train 110,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH SIX KIDS IN THE VAN TO SCHOOL THIS MORNING, ALL OF SUDDEN, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEAD ON I-95 OF JACKSONVILLE, FL, THE LOST OF TRANSMISSION CAME SO SUDDENLY IN I-95 WITHOUT ANY EARLIER INDICATIONS, SHE FINALLY CRUISE IT TO THE LEFT SHOULD OF I-95 AND W...

Mar 5, 2010 Power Train 110,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH SIX KIDS IN THE VAN TO SCHOOL THIS MORNING, ALL OF SUDDEN, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEAD ON I-95 OF JACKSONVILLE, FL, THE LOST OF TRANSMISSION CAME SO SUDDENLY IN I-95 WITHOUT ANY EARLIER INDICATIONS, SHE FINALLY CRUISE IT TO THE LEFT SHOULD OF I-95 AND W...

Mar 3, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VIN #[XXX] WITH 89,000 MILES ON IT, IT HAS BEEN SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS. WE ARE THE THIRD OWNERS. THE TRANSMISSION QUIT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A TWO LANE ROAD WITH NO SHOULDERS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION QUIT WORKING WITH OUT WARNING. IT IS GOING TO COST $2700 TO R...

Mar 3, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VIN #[XXX] WITH 89,000 MILES ON IT, IT HAS BEEN SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS. WE ARE THE THIRD OWNERS. THE TRANSMISSION QUIT WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A TWO LANE ROAD WITH NO SHOULDERS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION QUIT WORKING WITH OUT WARNING. IT IS GOING TO COST $2700 TO R...

Mar 2, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

AROUND 45,000 MILES OUR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. NO WARNING NOTHING. HAVING MY KIDS IN THE CAR SCARED TO DEATH AND NO ONE AT KRIEGER FORD WANTED TO HELP AND SAID HAD THAT NO ONE ELSE HAD THESE PROBLEMS. I GET ON THE COMPUTER AND FIND HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS.... AFTER GETTING IT FIX A YEAR LATER NOW I...

Mar 2, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE DRIVING DOWN I-24, THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE SPEED AND SHE COASTED OFF THE INTESTATE AND STOPPED IN A LANE OF TRAFFIC. HAD IT TOWED TO LOCAL MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY STATED IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND WOULD RUN 2500+ TO FIX. VAN ...

Mar 2, 2010 Power Train 45,000 mi

AROUND 45,000 MILES OUR TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. NO WARNING NOTHING. HAVING MY KIDS IN THE CAR SCARED TO DEATH AND NO ONE AT KRIEGER FORD WANTED TO HELP AND SAID HAD THAT NO ONE ELSE HAD THESE PROBLEMS. I GET ON THE COMPUTER AND FIND HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS.... AFTER GETTING IT FIX A YEAR LATER NOW I...

Mar 2, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

WHILE MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER WERE DRIVING DOWN I-24, THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE SPEED AND SHE COASTED OFF THE INTESTATE AND STOPPED IN A LANE OF TRAFFIC. HAD IT TOWED TO LOCAL MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY STATED IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND WOULD RUN 2500+ TO FIX. VAN ...

Feb 26, 2010 Power Train 67,052 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR, WHILE DRIVING ON THE ON A BUSY ROAD I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL BUT THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR REVERSE.THIS WAS AN ABRUPT LOSS OF POWER WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS. AS A CONSEQUENCE OF THIS DESTABILIZING EVENT THE SMALL CHILDREN I HAD IN THE CAR WERE IN D...

Feb 26, 2010 Power Train 67,052 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR, WHILE DRIVING ON THE ON A BUSY ROAD I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL BUT THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR REVERSE.THIS WAS AN ABRUPT LOSS OF POWER WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS. AS A CONSEQUENCE OF THIS DESTABILIZING EVENT THE SMALL CHILDREN I HAD IN THE CAR WERE IN D...

Feb 25, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. ON 19 FEBRUARY 2010, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR FREESTAR WHEN IT HAD A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER. SHE WAS ABLE TO STEER IT SAFELY OFF THE ROAD. MY MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES THAT WERE STRIPPED WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE PUMP TO FAIL. *TR

Feb 25, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. ON 19 FEBRUARY 2010, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR FREESTAR WHEN IT HAD A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER. SHE WAS ABLE TO STEER IT SAFELY OFF THE ROAD. MY MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS THE TORQUE CONVERTER SPLINES THAT WERE STRIPPED WHICH ALSO CAUSED THE PUMP TO FAIL. *TR

Feb 24, 2010 Power Train 57,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ENGINE STARTED TO SURGE AND THE RPMS WERE RAPIDLY INCREASING BUT THE VEHICLE WAS SLOWING DOWN. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE BEFORE THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT ON THE D...

Feb 24, 2010 Power Train 57,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ENGINE STARTED TO SURGE AND THE RPMS WERE RAPIDLY INCREASING BUT THE VEHICLE WAS SLOWING DOWN. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE BEFORE THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT ON THE D...

Feb 23, 2010 Power Train 81,750 mi

WHILE COMPLETING A RIGHT HAND TURN THERE WAS A CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF ALL MOTIVE POWER. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST INTO THE WIDE CENTRE MEDIAN, AVOIDING ANY COLLISIONS WITH OTHER VEHICLES. NO GEAR FUNCTIONED INCLUDING REVERSE. THERE HAD BEEN NO PRIOR INDICATION OF ANY IMPENDING ISSUE WITH THE TRANS...

Feb 23, 2010 Power Train 81,750 mi

WHILE COMPLETING A RIGHT HAND TURN THERE WAS A CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF ALL MOTIVE POWER. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST INTO THE WIDE CENTRE MEDIAN, AVOIDING ANY COLLISIONS WITH OTHER VEHICLES. NO GEAR FUNCTIONED INCLUDING REVERSE. THERE HAD BEEN NO PRIOR INDICATION OF ANY IMPENDING ISSUE WITH THE TRANS...

Feb 22, 2010 Steering 52,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE FAILS. *TR

Feb 22, 2010 Steering 52,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE FAILS. *TR

Feb 19, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK TODAY, MY WIFE HAD JUST TURNED ONTO A HIGHWAY, TRAVELED ABOUT 1/4 MILE AND THE VAN LOST ALL MOTIVE POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, BUT NO ACCELERATION. SHE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY NAVIGATE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO OUR LOCAL MECHANIC WHO...

Feb 19, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WE WERE MERGING ONTO THE INTERSTATE IN HEAVY WORK TRAFFIC WHEN ALL TRANSMISSION POWER WAS LOST. NO PRIOR PROBLEMS. WE WERE ALMOST HIT SEVERAL TIMES TRYING TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WE HAVE NOT HAD THE VAN LOOKED AT AS THIS JUST HAPPENED TO 2-19-2010. *TR

Feb 19, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK TODAY, MY WIFE HAD JUST TURNED ONTO A HIGHWAY, TRAVELED ABOUT 1/4 MILE AND THE VAN LOST ALL MOTIVE POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, BUT NO ACCELERATION. SHE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY NAVIGATE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO OUR LOCAL MECHANIC WHO...

Feb 19, 2010 Power Train 89,000 mi

WE WERE MERGING ONTO THE INTERSTATE IN HEAVY WORK TRAFFIC WHEN ALL TRANSMISSION POWER WAS LOST. NO PRIOR PROBLEMS. WE WERE ALMOST HIT SEVERAL TIMES TRYING TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WE HAVE NOT HAD THE VAN LOOKED AT AS THIS JUST HAPPENED TO 2-19-2010. *TR

Feb 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 39,500 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MARCH 2009. HAS SUFFERED FROM REPEATED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH THE COMPUTER OFTEN RECORDING "NO CODES" PER THE DEALER. HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ATMULTIPLE TIMES FOR VARIOUS SUPPOSED REPAIRS INCLUDING NEW COMPUTER, ALTERNATOR, ETC., BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. THE VEHICL...

Feb 17, 2010 Electrical System Crash 39,500 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MARCH 2009. HAS SUFFERED FROM REPEATED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH THE COMPUTER OFTEN RECORDING "NO CODES" PER THE DEALER. HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ATMULTIPLE TIMES FOR VARIOUS SUPPOSED REPAIRS INCLUDING NEW COMPUTER, ALTERNATOR, ETC., BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. THE VEHICL...

Feb 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 39,500 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MARCH 2009. HAS SUFFERED FROM REPEATED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH THE COMPUTER OFTEN RECORDING "NO CODES" PER THE DEALER. HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ATMULTIPLE TIMES FOR VARIOUS SUPPOSED REPAIRS INCLUDING NEW COMPUTER, ALTERNATOR, ETC., BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. THE VEHICL...

Feb 17, 2010 Electrical System Crash 39,500 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MARCH 2009. HAS SUFFERED FROM REPEATED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH THE COMPUTER OFTEN RECORDING "NO CODES" PER THE DEALER. HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ATMULTIPLE TIMES FOR VARIOUS SUPPOSED REPAIRS INCLUDING NEW COMPUTER, ALTERNATOR, ETC., BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. THE VEHICL...

Feb 10, 2010 Power Train 58,344 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR BACKWARD AFTER STARTING ENGINE. *TR

Feb 10, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

IN OCTOBER 2009 I WAS DRIVING 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN ON HIGHWAY 16 IN GEORGIA AT 70 MILES PER HOUR WHEN SUDDENLY NO ACCELERATION. MY VAN STARTED TO IMMEDIATELY SLOW DOWN. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. WE WERE TOWED 200 MILES HOME AND PAID 3000.00 FOR A FORD R...

Feb 10, 2010 Power Train 58,344 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR BACKWARD AFTER STARTING ENGINE. *TR

Feb 10, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

IN OCTOBER 2009 I WAS DRIVING 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN ON HIGHWAY 16 IN GEORGIA AT 70 MILES PER HOUR WHEN SUDDENLY NO ACCELERATION. MY VAN STARTED TO IMMEDIATELY SLOW DOWN. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. WE WERE TOWED 200 MILES HOME AND PAID 3000.00 FOR A FORD R...

Feb 6, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY 2005FREESTAR IS A VEY UNSAFE VEHICLE TO BEON THE MARKET.IN THE MIDDE OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE WILL JUST TURN OFF,LEAVING YOU WITH ABSOLUTELY NO POWER,AT ALL.NO STEERING ,NO WARNING OF ANY KIND.THIS ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RECALLED.UNSAFE VEHICLE BEING PUT ON MARKET.THIS WAS BOUGHT AS A FAMILY VEHICLE,I W...

Feb 6, 2010 Power Train 83,396 mi

DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION. THERE WERE NO PROBLEMS LEADING UP TO THIS LOSS. THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP AND NOW WILL NOT MOVE IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED AND NOW CANNOT MOVE IT. *CN

Feb 6, 2010 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY 2005FREESTAR IS A VEY UNSAFE VEHICLE TO BEON THE MARKET.IN THE MIDDE OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE WILL JUST TURN OFF,LEAVING YOU WITH ABSOLUTELY NO POWER,AT ALL.NO STEERING ,NO WARNING OF ANY KIND.THIS ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RECALLED.UNSAFE VEHICLE BEING PUT ON MARKET.THIS WAS BOUGHT AS A FAMILY VEHICLE,I W...

Feb 6, 2010 Power Train 83,396 mi

DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION. THERE WERE NO PROBLEMS LEADING UP TO THIS LOSS. THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP AND NOW WILL NOT MOVE IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED AND NOW CANNOT MOVE IT. *CN

Feb 5, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN FELT LIKE IT HAD SLID INTO NEUTRAL. IN FACT THE CAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE BUT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS "SLIPPING, OR LURCHING". I HAD TO PAY TO HAVE IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SH...

Feb 5, 2010 Power Train 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN FELT LIKE IT HAD SLID INTO NEUTRAL. IN FACT THE CAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE BUT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. IT FELT LIKE IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS "SLIPPING, OR LURCHING". I HAD TO PAY TO HAVE IT TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SH...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 55K MILES ON ODOMETER: WATER/MOISTURE IN POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE CAUSES TRANSMISSION TO QUIT, VEHICLE TO STALL, TRANSMISSION TO LURCH DANGEROUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY. OUR VAN HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES. SINCE IT WAS BOUGHT USED FROM THE DEALER, IT IS NOT UNDER MANUFACTURER WARRAN...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60MPH AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. UPON COMPLETING MY LEFT HAND TURN I STARTED TO TRY TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VAN DIDN'T GO ANY WERE. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REALIZED THAT I HAD NO TRANSMISSION. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS AND COULD NOT GO ANY WERE....

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60MPH AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. UPON COMPLETING MY LEFT HAND TURN I STARTED TO TRY TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VAN DIDN'T GO ANY WERE. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REALIZED THAT I HAD NO TRANSMISSION. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS AND COULD NOT GO ANY WERE....

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 55K MILES ON ODOMETER: WATER/MOISTURE IN POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE CAUSES TRANSMISSION TO QUIT, VEHICLE TO STALL, TRANSMISSION TO LURCH DANGEROUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY. OUR VAN HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES. SINCE IT WAS BOUGHT USED FROM THE DEALER, IT IS NOT UNDER MANUFACTURER WARRAN...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60MPH AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. UPON COMPLETING MY LEFT HAND TURN I STARTED TO TRY TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VAN DIDN'T GO ANY WERE. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REALIZED THAT I HAD NO TRANSMISSION. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS AND COULD NOT GO ANY WERE....

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60MPH AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. UPON COMPLETING MY LEFT HAND TURN I STARTED TO TRY TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VAN DIDN'T GO ANY WERE. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REALIZED THAT I HAD NO TRANSMISSION. I TRIED ALL THE GEARS AND COULD NOT GO ANY WERE....

Jan 26, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING SIGNS, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. THIS HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE AND FIVE KIDS ON BOARD. *TR

Jan 26, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING SIGNS, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN FORWARD OR REVERSE. THIS HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE AND FIVE KIDS ON BOARD. *TR

Jan 25, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE ON I95 APROX. 17 MILES FROM SAVANNAH GA. SUDDENLY THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AND I COULD NO LONGER GET ANY POWER. BEING ALL THE WAY IN THE LEFT LANE I HAD TO PASS OVER 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO GET SAFELY ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AFTER OVER AN HOUR WE WERE PICKED UP BY A TOWING COM...

Jan 25, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE ON I95 APROX. 17 MILES FROM SAVANNAH GA. SUDDENLY THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AND I COULD NO LONGER GET ANY POWER. BEING ALL THE WAY IN THE LEFT LANE I HAD TO PASS OVER 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO GET SAFELY ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AFTER OVER AN HOUR WE WERE PICKED UP BY A TOWING COM...

Jan 23, 2010 Power Train 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. FAILED WITH NO WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. FAILED ON MAJOR HIGHWAY WITH LIMITED SHOULDER, HAD TO HAVE POLICE SHOW UP DUE TO LANE BLOCKAGE. *TR

Jan 23, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON STATE HIGHWAY IN LEFT LANE DOING 55 MILES PER HOUR, LOST ALL ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE MOVED OUT OF THE LEFT LANE AND OFF THE HIGHWAY PUTTING MYSELF AND MY SON IN DANGER. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUSHED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND TOWED. *TR

Jan 23, 2010 Power Train 61,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. FAILED WITH NO WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. FAILED ON MAJOR HIGHWAY WITH LIMITED SHOULDER, HAD TO HAVE POLICE SHOW UP DUE TO LANE BLOCKAGE. *TR

Jan 23, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON STATE HIGHWAY IN LEFT LANE DOING 55 MILES PER HOUR, LOST ALL ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE MOVED OUT OF THE LEFT LANE AND OFF THE HIGHWAY PUTTING MYSELF AND MY SON IN DANGER. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUSHED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND TOWED. *TR

Jan 22, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

WHEN I STARTED THE CAR ON DEC. 27,2009, I HEARD A HIGH PITCHED WHIRRING SOUND. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS NO POWER, THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE BACKWARDS OR FRONTWARDS WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE. *TR

Jan 22, 2010 Power Train 64,000 mi

WHEN I STARTED THE CAR ON DEC. 27,2009, I HEARD A HIGH PITCHED WHIRRING SOUND. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, THERE WAS NO POWER, THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE BACKWARDS OR FRONTWARDS WHEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE. *TR

Jan 20, 2010 Electrical System 150,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. THIS AUGUST MY INSTRUMENT PANEL QUIT WORKING. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS ADVISED THAT MY ABS MODULE FAILED AND AS A RESULT IT MELTED MY WIRE HARNESS. I JUST DISCOVERED THAT FORD PREVIOUSLY HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THEIR WINDSTARS. I'D LIKE THIS TO BE LOO...

Jan 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. THIS AUGUST MY INSTRUMENT PANEL QUIT WORKING. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS ADVISED THAT MY ABS MODULE FAILED AND AS A RESULT IT MELTED MY WIRE HARNESS. I JUST DISCOVERED THAT FORD PREVIOUSLY HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THEIR WINDSTARS. I'D LIKE THIS TO BE LOO...

Jan 20, 2010 Electrical System 150,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. THIS AUGUST MY INSTRUMENT PANEL QUIT WORKING. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS ADVISED THAT MY ABS MODULE FAILED AND AS A RESULT IT MELTED MY WIRE HARNESS. I JUST DISCOVERED THAT FORD PREVIOUSLY HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THEIR WINDSTARS. I'D LIKE THIS TO BE LOO...

Jan 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN. THIS AUGUST MY INSTRUMENT PANEL QUIT WORKING. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS ADVISED THAT MY ABS MODULE FAILED AND AS A RESULT IT MELTED MY WIRE HARNESS. I JUST DISCOVERED THAT FORD PREVIOUSLY HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH THEIR WINDSTARS. I'D LIKE THIS TO BE LOO...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN JUST STOPPED. THANKFULLY THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC, BUT WITH NO WARNING, THE VAN JUST STOPPED. WE TOOK THE VAN TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP. "YEPPERS", THE GUY SAID, "SOMETHING BROKE" HE GAVE US A PRICE ON A USED TRANSMISSION WITH LABOR AND THE PRI...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 108,000 mi

DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON I-70, SLOWED DOWN TO GO THROUGH AUTOMATIC TOLL BOTH ON THE TURNPIKE. WHEN I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO RESUME SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DISENGAGED. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF OF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD IN TIME TO AVOID BEING REAR ENDED BY THE CARS BEHIND ME IN THE TOLL BOOTH LINE. ...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN JUST STOPPED. THANKFULLY THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC, BUT WITH NO WARNING, THE VAN JUST STOPPED. WE TOOK THE VAN TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP. "YEPPERS", THE GUY SAID, "SOMETHING BROKE" HE GAVE US A PRICE ON A USED TRANSMISSION WITH LABOR AND THE PRI...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 108,000 mi

DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON I-70, SLOWED DOWN TO GO THROUGH AUTOMATIC TOLL BOTH ON THE TURNPIKE. WHEN I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO RESUME SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DISENGAGED. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF OF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD IN TIME TO AVOID BEING REAR ENDED BY THE CARS BEHIND ME IN THE TOLL BOOTH LINE. ...

Jan 11, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WITH 60,000 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH OUT ANY WARNING, LEAVING OUR FAMILY STRANDED AT A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE TRANSMISSION NEVER SLIPPED OR SHIFTED HARD, IT JUST STOPPED TRANSFERRING POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE VAN IS AT A TRANSMISSION SHOP NOW, THE INITIAL DIAGNOSIS...

Jan 11, 2010 Power Train 60,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WITH 60,000 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH OUT ANY WARNING, LEAVING OUR FAMILY STRANDED AT A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE TRANSMISSION NEVER SLIPPED OR SHIFTED HARD, IT JUST STOPPED TRANSFERRING POWER TO THE WHEELS. THE VAN IS AT A TRANSMISSION SHOP NOW, THE INITIAL DIAGNOSIS...

Jan 10, 2010 Power Train 61,024 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED DRIVING DOWN MAJOR HIGHWAY. VEHICLE HAS ONLY 61000 MILES. *TR

Jan 10, 2010 Power Train 61,024 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED DRIVING DOWN MAJOR HIGHWAY. VEHICLE HAS ONLY 61000 MILES. *TR

Jan 7, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

WHILE IN DRIVING IN WINTRY CONDITIONS ON NY RT 86, MY WIFE'S VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST DRIVETRAIN POWER, SENDING THE RPM'S OF THE VEHICLE 5000 RANGE. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE EMERGENCY LANE DUE TO THE LACK OF TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO MOVE DUE TO THE LOSS OF TRANSMISSION POWER. MY WIFE ...

Jan 7, 2010 Steering 46,000 mi

POWER STEERING HOSE FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR. *TR

Jan 7, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

WHILE IN DRIVING IN WINTRY CONDITIONS ON NY RT 86, MY WIFE'S VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST DRIVETRAIN POWER, SENDING THE RPM'S OF THE VEHICLE 5000 RANGE. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE EMERGENCY LANE DUE TO THE LACK OF TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO MOVE DUE TO THE LOSS OF TRANSMISSION POWER. MY WIFE ...

Jan 7, 2010 Steering 46,000 mi

POWER STEERING HOSE FAILURE ON 2005 FORD FREESTAR. *TR

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 79,600 mi

ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Jan 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS;THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE "DRIVE" AND "REVERSE" GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A...

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS;THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE "DRIVE" AND "REVERSE" GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A...

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

1. DRIVING DOWN THE STREET, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONG BEING POWERED, BUT THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REGULARLY SERVICED AND HAS HAD NO PRIOR INDICATIONS OF TRANSMISSION TROUBLE (I.E. SLIPPING, SKIPPING, GRINDING OR USING TRANSMISSION FLUID) 2. ACCORDING TO THE TRANSMISSI...

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 79,600 mi

ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR

Jan 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS;THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE "DRIVE" AND "REVERSE" GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A...

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS;THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE IN THE "DRIVE" AND "REVERSE" GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A...

Jan 4, 2010 Power Train 80,000 mi

1. DRIVING DOWN THE STREET, SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONG BEING POWERED, BUT THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REGULARLY SERVICED AND HAS HAD NO PRIOR INDICATIONS OF TRANSMISSION TROUBLE (I.E. SLIPPING, SKIPPING, GRINDING OR USING TRANSMISSION FLUID) 2. ACCORDING TO THE TRANSMISSI...

Jan 3, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

PURCHASED OUR 2005 FREESTAR IN JUNE 09 69,000 MILES ON IT. THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED FOR THE SOLE REASON TO USE TO COMMUTE OR 7 CHILDREN TO AND FROM WHERE WE NEED TO BE AND TO GET TO WORK EVERYDAY. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT IT WAS A RELIABLE CAR AND THE DEALERSHIP GAVE US...

Jan 3, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

PURCHASED OUR 2005 FREESTAR IN JUNE 09 69,000 MILES ON IT. THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED FOR THE SOLE REASON TO USE TO COMMUTE OR 7 CHILDREN TO AND FROM WHERE WE NEED TO BE AND TO GET TO WORK EVERYDAY. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT IT WAS A RELIABLE CAR AND THE DEALERSHIP GAVE US...

Jan 2, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 05 TRANSMISSION FAILURE. DOING 55 IN OUTSIDE LANE AND THE REVS WHEN UP WITH COMPLETE LOSS OFF POWER. IT WAS RUSH HOUR AND WE WERE VERY LUCKY NOT TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE AND THEY NEEDED TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. $3000 REPAIR. *TR

Jan 2, 2010 Power Train 93,000 mi

FORD FREESTAR 05 TRANSMISSION FAILURE. DOING 55 IN OUTSIDE LANE AND THE REVS WHEN UP WITH COMPLETE LOSS OFF POWER. IT WAS RUSH HOUR AND WE WERE VERY LUCKY NOT TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. PUT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE AND THEY NEEDED TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION DUE TO TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. $3000 REPAIR. *TR

Jan 1, 2010 Power Train 53,100 mi

ON SUNDAY, 12/27/09 WE CAME OUT OF CHURCH AND GOT INTO OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR TO GO HOME. AFTER STARTING IT UP I PUT THE TRANSMISSION INTO D AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE. WE HAD NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSAXLE AT ALL. I PUT IT INTO R AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I ALLOWED THE ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A FEW ...

Jan 1, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

WE WERE IN MY WIFE'S 2005 FORD FREESTAR DRIVING HOME FROM MY FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS WHEN WE IN A SNOWSTORM. THE CAR VIOLENTLY JERKED DURING DRIVING SEVERAL TIMES, DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION AND ONCE PUT US IN A SPIN INTO THE DITCH!!!!! THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!!!!! IT IS CRIMINAL. MY 9 YEAR OLD CHILD...

Jan 1, 2010 Power Train 53,100 mi

ON SUNDAY, 12/27/09 WE CAME OUT OF CHURCH AND GOT INTO OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR TO GO HOME. AFTER STARTING IT UP I PUT THE TRANSMISSION INTO D AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE. WE HAD NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSAXLE AT ALL. I PUT IT INTO R AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I ALLOWED THE ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A FEW ...

Jan 1, 2010 Power Train 55,000 mi

WE WERE IN MY WIFE'S 2005 FORD FREESTAR DRIVING HOME FROM MY FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS WHEN WE IN A SNOWSTORM. THE CAR VIOLENTLY JERKED DURING DRIVING SEVERAL TIMES, DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION AND ONCE PUT US IN A SPIN INTO THE DITCH!!!!! THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!!!!! IT IS CRIMINAL. MY 9 YEAR OLD CHILD...

Dec 31, 2009 Power Train 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY FORD FREESTAR I LOST POWER I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE AT THAT POINT. COULD GET THE RPM'S UP BUT WOULD NOT MOVE. THE PLACE I TOOK IT TO SAID IT SEEMS TO BE THE TRANSMISSION. I CANNOT AFFORD THIS AND IT COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION HAD I BEEN GOI...

Dec 31, 2009 Power Train 98,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY FORD FREESTAR I LOST POWER I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE AT THAT POINT. COULD GET THE RPM'S UP BUT WOULD NOT MOVE. THE PLACE I TOOK IT TO SAID IT SEEMS TO BE THE TRANSMISSION. I CANNOT AFFORD THIS AND IT COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION HAD I BEEN GOI...

Dec 28, 2009 Power Train 36,000 mi

VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN A RESIDENTIAL STREET, LUCKILY IN A 25MPH ZONE. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING WITH MY TWO CHILDREN (INFANT AND 3 YEAR OLD). VEHICLE WOULD START IN PARK, BUT AS SOON AS A GEAR WAS ENGAGED, IT WOULD STALL. DEALER ENDED UP REPLACING THE TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) STAT...

Dec 28, 2009 Power Train 36,000 mi

VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN A RESIDENTIAL STREET, LUCKILY IN A 25MPH ZONE. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING WITH MY TWO CHILDREN (INFANT AND 3 YEAR OLD). VEHICLE WOULD START IN PARK, BUT AS SOON AS A GEAR WAS ENGAGED, IT WOULD STALL. DEALER ENDED UP REPLACING THE TCM (TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE) STAT...

Dec 27, 2009 Power Train 79,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROX 65MPH WHEN OUR TACHOMETER SUDDENLY SURGES THEN WE LOST ALL ABILITY TO ACCELERATE SO WE HAD TO COAST OVER THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Dec 27, 2009 Power Train 79,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROX 65MPH WHEN OUR TACHOMETER SUDDENLY SURGES THEN WE LOST ALL ABILITY TO ACCELERATE SO WE HAD TO COAST OVER THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Dec 23, 2009 Power Train 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THIS VAN IS A LEMON. MY 4 KIDS AND I WERE DRIVING, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. HAD NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VAN BEFORE THIS INCIDENT,,, FORD SHOULD HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM AS I KNOW THIS IS HAPPENING FREQUENTLY TO FORD...

Dec 23, 2009 Power Train 67,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THIS VAN IS A LEMON. MY 4 KIDS AND I WERE DRIVING, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. HAD NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THIS VAN BEFORE THIS INCIDENT,,, FORD SHOULD HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM AS I KNOW THIS IS HAPPENING FREQUENTLY TO FORD...

Dec 10, 2009 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. REPAIR SHOP ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND STRIPPED THE SPLINES. TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Dec 10, 2009 Power Train 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. REPAIR SHOP ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND STRIPPED THE SPLINES. TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 41,388 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED 4.2L WITH SEVERAL KIDS, THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING LEAVING HER STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER WHERE WERE TOLD THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED CAUSING EXTENSIVE TRANSMISSION DAMA...

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAS GONE OUT ON OUR FORD FREESTAR VAN. TWO TIMES ON THE INTERSTATE TRAVELING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS LEAVING MY WIFE STRANDED AND TERRIFIED! THIS TIME I EXPERIENCED IT AND TOOK IT TO THE TRANSMISSION SHOP MYSELF. THERE SEEMS TO BE A REAL PROBLEM HERE 40000 TRA...

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 64,496 mi

AFTER TURNING CORNER AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE VEHICLE SUFFERED TRANSMISSION FAILURE/LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER. STEERED VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHICH REBUILT TRANSMISSION AND REPLACED TORQUE CONVERTER. 7 MONTHS LATER TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO SLIP AGAIN AND SHOP FO...

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 41,388 mi

WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED 4.2L WITH SEVERAL KIDS, THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING LEAVING HER STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER WHERE WERE TOLD THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED CAUSING EXTENSIVE TRANSMISSION DAMA...

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAS GONE OUT ON OUR FORD FREESTAR VAN. TWO TIMES ON THE INTERSTATE TRAVELING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS LEAVING MY WIFE STRANDED AND TERRIFIED! THIS TIME I EXPERIENCED IT AND TOOK IT TO THE TRANSMISSION SHOP MYSELF. THERE SEEMS TO BE A REAL PROBLEM HERE 40000 TRA...

Dec 8, 2009 Power Train 64,496 mi

AFTER TURNING CORNER AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE VEHICLE SUFFERED TRANSMISSION FAILURE/LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER. STEERED VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION SHOP, WHICH REBUILT TRANSMISSION AND REPLACED TORQUE CONVERTER. 7 MONTHS LATER TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO SLIP AGAIN AND SHOP FO...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

DRIVING ON I-10 IN THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN SUDDENLY (AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING) LOST FORWARD POWER. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT THERE WAS NO TRUST. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A NEARBY SERVICE STATION AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. I DID SOME RESEARC...

Dec 7, 2009 Structure 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE REAR POWER LIFTGATE, FOLLOWED BY A FORCEFUL CLOSURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE MALFUNCTION. RECALL 06V069000, STRUCTURE BODY HATCHBACK/ LIFTGATE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE REMEDY WAS INSUF...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 80,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN ON 11/21/09 WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 60 MILES AN HOUR. I STEERED THE VAN ONTO THE SHOULDER OF I-35, CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HAD IT HAULED TO SEBALD'S MOTORS IN ASKOV, THE CLOSEST FORD DEALER. THEY COMPLETED REPAIRS ON THE TRANSMISSION AMOUNTING TO #2,2...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ON A 4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WITH MY WIFE AND 2 DAUGHTERS. I NOTICED THE TACHOMETER WAS SURGING, THEN IT PEGGED. THE VAN BEGAN TO SLOW. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE TACH JUST INCREASED BUT NO INCREASE IN SPEED. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE SAME RESULT. LUC...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

DRIVING ON I-10 IN THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE, MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN SUDDENLY (AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING) LOST FORWARD POWER. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT THERE WAS NO TRUST. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A NEARBY SERVICE STATION AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. I DID SOME RESEARC...

Dec 7, 2009 Structure 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE REAR POWER LIFTGATE, FOLLOWED BY A FORCEFUL CLOSURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE MALFUNCTION. RECALL 06V069000, STRUCTURE BODY HATCHBACK/ LIFTGATE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE REMEDY WAS INSUF...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 80,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN ON 11/21/09 WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 60 MILES AN HOUR. I STEERED THE VAN ONTO THE SHOULDER OF I-35, CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HAD IT HAULED TO SEBALD'S MOTORS IN ASKOV, THE CLOSEST FORD DEALER. THEY COMPLETED REPAIRS ON THE TRANSMISSION AMOUNTING TO #2,2...

Dec 7, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ON A 4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WITH MY WIFE AND 2 DAUGHTERS. I NOTICED THE TACHOMETER WAS SURGING, THEN IT PEGGED. THE VAN BEGAN TO SLOW. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE TACH JUST INCREASED BUT NO INCREASE IN SPEED. I TRIED DIFFERENT GEARS BUT THE SAME RESULT. LUC...

Dec 6, 2009 Power Train 75,000 mi

JUST GOT HOME FROM DRIVING THE KIDS FROM TOWN AND THE TRANSMISSION QUIT ON THE 2005 FREESTAR VAN. I AM TRYING TO GET INTO THE SHOP. I CONSIDERED THIS A NEAR MISS. *TR

Dec 6, 2009 Power Train 75,000 mi

JUST GOT HOME FROM DRIVING THE KIDS FROM TOWN AND THE TRANSMISSION QUIT ON THE 2005 FREESTAR VAN. I AM TRYING TO GET INTO THE SHOP. I CONSIDERED THIS A NEAR MISS. *TR

Dec 5, 2009 Power Train 53,436 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 53,000 MILES ON IT THIS MORNING, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5TH I WENT TO START THE CAR AND IT MADE A HORRIBLE SCREECHING NOISE. I SAT IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES TO SEE IF IT WOULD GO AWAY AS THE ENGINE WARMED UP AND WHILE IT BECAME SOFTER THE SCREECH WAS STILL THE...

Dec 5, 2009 Power Train 53,436 mi

WE OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 53,000 MILES ON IT THIS MORNING, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5TH I WENT TO START THE CAR AND IT MADE A HORRIBLE SCREECHING NOISE. I SAT IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES TO SEE IF IT WOULD GO AWAY AS THE ENGINE WARMED UP AND WHILE IT BECAME SOFTER THE SCREECH WAS STILL THE...

Dec 3, 2009 Power Train 119,950 mi

ON WED, DEC 2, 2009, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR DURING RUSH HOUR. SHE TURNED A CORNER, ONTO A BUSY BLVD, AND CONTINUED TO GO UP THE HILL, SUDDENLY THE CAR ACTED AS IF IT HAD BEEN SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. THERE WAS NO PRIOR VIBRATION, NOISE, STALL, STUTTER, SMELL, ENGINE LIGHT OR OTHER...

Dec 3, 2009 Power Train 119,950 mi

ON WED, DEC 2, 2009, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR DURING RUSH HOUR. SHE TURNED A CORNER, ONTO A BUSY BLVD, AND CONTINUED TO GO UP THE HILL, SUDDENLY THE CAR ACTED AS IF IT HAD BEEN SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. THERE WAS NO PRIOR VIBRATION, NOISE, STALL, STUTTER, SMELL, ENGINE LIGHT OR OTHER...

Dec 1, 2009 Power Train 63,457 mi

DECEMBER 2008, FELT THE TRANSMISSION SLIP WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW, HAD MECHANIC LOOK AT THE VAN, COULDN'T REPRODUCE THE PROBLEM. VEHICLE DRIVES FINE UNTIL 11-19-09 DRIVING UP A HILL, SPEED LIMIT 45, AROUND A CORNER, 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 63457 MILES, TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY GOES INTO NEUTRAL. PULL O...

Dec 1, 2009 Power Train 63,457 mi

DECEMBER 2008, FELT THE TRANSMISSION SLIP WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW, HAD MECHANIC LOOK AT THE VAN, COULDN'T REPRODUCE THE PROBLEM. VEHICLE DRIVES FINE UNTIL 11-19-09 DRIVING UP A HILL, SPEED LIMIT 45, AROUND A CORNER, 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH 63457 MILES, TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY GOES INTO NEUTRAL. PULL O...

Nov 25, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WHEN ATTEMPTED TO LEAVE DRIVEWAY IN THE MORNING. CAR: 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THERE IS NO DRIVE NO REVERSE GEAR NOTHING. *TR

Nov 25, 2009 Power Train 84,000 mi

WHILE EXITING THE PEARLRIDGE SHOPPING MALL PARKING GARAGE IN PEARL CITY, HAWAII, MY VAN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. AS I DRIFTED TO THE STOP LIGHT I TRIED TO SHIFT INTO ANOTHER GEAR TO SEE IF I POSSIBLY HAD SOME OTHER GEAR TO GO INTO SO THAT I MAY PULL OUT OF TRAFFIC. AFTER TRYING FOR A FEW SECONDS I REA...

Nov 25, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WHEN ATTEMPTED TO LEAVE DRIVEWAY IN THE MORNING. CAR: 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THERE IS NO DRIVE NO REVERSE GEAR NOTHING. *TR

Nov 25, 2009 Power Train 84,000 mi

WHILE EXITING THE PEARLRIDGE SHOPPING MALL PARKING GARAGE IN PEARL CITY, HAWAII, MY VAN COMPLETELY LOST POWER. AS I DRIFTED TO THE STOP LIGHT I TRIED TO SHIFT INTO ANOTHER GEAR TO SEE IF I POSSIBLY HAD SOME OTHER GEAR TO GO INTO SO THAT I MAY PULL OUT OF TRAFFIC. AFTER TRYING FOR A FEW SECONDS I REA...

Nov 20, 2009 Power Train 64,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TO GO INTO GEAR WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 20, 2009 Power Train 64,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TO GO INTO GEAR WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 47,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FREESTAR WITH 37,000 MILES ON IT IN APRIL OF 09. WITHIN THE FIRST 1,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. NOVEMBER 13TH, YES FRIDAY THE 13TH, THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE ON THE TRANSMISSION WITH 47,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS ON THE 290 EXPRESSWAY DURING RUSH HOUR WHEN ...

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH ALL OF THE GEARS IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. SHE HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD-WAY. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TO HER HOME. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED, NOR HAS ANY REPAIRS BEEN MADE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE ...

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 47,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2005 FREESTAR WITH 37,000 MILES ON IT IN APRIL OF 09. WITHIN THE FIRST 1,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. NOVEMBER 13TH, YES FRIDAY THE 13TH, THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE ON THE TRANSMISSION WITH 47,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS ON THE 290 EXPRESSWAY DURING RUSH HOUR WHEN ...

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH ALL OF THE GEARS IN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. SHE HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD-WAY. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TO HER HOME. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED, NOR HAS ANY REPAIRS BEEN MADE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE ...

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 102,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN MY WIFE WAS ON HER WAY HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN STOPPED GOING AND COST TO A STOP SEEMS THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE NO MATTER WHAT AND WE HAD WENT TO THE FORD DEALER A MONTH PRIOR TO THE EXTENDED WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED WITH THE VAN MAKING ODD S...

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION CREATED A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER. THE SHAFT SPLINES FAILED SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF VEHICLE PROPULSION DUE TO THE ENGINE POWER BECOMING DISCONNECTED FROM THE DRIVETRAIN. *TR

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY STOP WORKING. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE. THIS HAPPENED SUDDENLY AND WITH NO WARNING. WE WERE LUCKY IT WAS IN A DRIVE WAY AND NOT ON A HIG...

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 102,000 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN MY WIFE WAS ON HER WAY HOME FROM WORK WHEN THE VAN STOPPED GOING AND COST TO A STOP SEEMS THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE NO MATTER WHAT AND WE HAD WENT TO THE FORD DEALER A MONTH PRIOR TO THE EXTENDED WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED WITH THE VAN MAKING ODD S...

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION CREATED A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER. THE SHAFT SPLINES FAILED SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF VEHICLE PROPULSION DUE TO THE ENGINE POWER BECOMING DISCONNECTED FROM THE DRIVETRAIN. *TR

Nov 9, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY STOP WORKING. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. WE HAD THE VAN TOWED TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE. THIS HAPPENED SUDDENLY AND WITH NO WARNING. WE WERE LUCKY IT WAS IN A DRIVE WAY AND NOT ON A HIG...

Nov 5, 2009 Power Train 160,000 mi

ON THE EVENING OF OCTOBER 15, I WAS ON MY WAY TO MEET WITH SEVERAL OF MY CHILDREN'S TEACHERS FOR PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE NIGHT. I HAD JUST LEFT HOME AND MADE IT A FEW BLOCKS WHEN I HEARD THIS LOUD GRINDING TYPE NOISE. AT THAT MOMENT, I WAS AT A STOP SIGN GETTING READY TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. THIS...

Nov 5, 2009 Power Train 160,000 mi

ON THE EVENING OF OCTOBER 15, I WAS ON MY WAY TO MEET WITH SEVERAL OF MY CHILDREN'S TEACHERS FOR PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE NIGHT. I HAD JUST LEFT HOME AND MADE IT A FEW BLOCKS WHEN I HEARD THIS LOUD GRINDING TYPE NOISE. AT THAT MOMENT, I WAS AT A STOP SIGN GETTING READY TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. THIS...

Nov 1, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 52,000 MILES, SUDDEN LOSS OF TRANSMISSION POWER AFTER STOP AT INTERSECTION KIDS IN THIS SO CALLED FAMILY VAN WITH HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS. LEAVING PARENTS W/ KIDS STRANDED IN NEAR ACCIDENTS, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??? A DEATH SO YOU CAN INITIATE RECALL????, FORD NEEDS TO BE HELD A...

Nov 1, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR 52,000 MILES, SUDDEN LOSS OF TRANSMISSION POWER AFTER STOP AT INTERSECTION KIDS IN THIS SO CALLED FAMILY VAN WITH HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS. LEAVING PARENTS W/ KIDS STRANDED IN NEAR ACCIDENTS, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??? A DEATH SO YOU CAN INITIATE RECALL????, FORD NEEDS TO BE HELD A...

Oct 29, 2009 Electrical System 51,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR PURCHASED IN 2008. HE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE COMPUTER WAS DAMAGED. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER STATED THAT THE COMPUTER AND ENTIRE WIRING HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED SINCE THE COM...

Oct 29, 2009 Electrical System 51,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR PURCHASED IN 2008. HE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE COMPUTER WAS DAMAGED. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER STATED THAT THE COMPUTER AND ENTIRE WIRING HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED SINCE THE COM...

Oct 22, 2009 Power Train 63,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED ON A BUSY ROAD WAITING TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. WHEN THE ROAD CLEARED I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT MOVED ONLY A BIT PUTTING ME OUT INTO THE ONCOMING LANE. WITH TRAFFIC STARTING TO BEAR DOWN ON ME I PUT THE SHIFTER INTO D3 GEAR AND THE VAN MOVED AND I WAS ABLE TO ...

Oct 22, 2009 Power Train 63,000 mi

I WAS STOPPED ON A BUSY ROAD WAITING TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. WHEN THE ROAD CLEARED I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND THE ENGINE REVVED BUT MOVED ONLY A BIT PUTTING ME OUT INTO THE ONCOMING LANE. WITH TRAFFIC STARTING TO BEAR DOWN ON ME I PUT THE SHIFTER INTO D3 GEAR AND THE VAN MOVED AND I WAS ABLE TO ...

Oct 12, 2009 Power Train 49,280 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, WITH 49,000 MILES, SUDDENLY LOSS TRANSMISSION POWER WHILE DRIVING. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER TO THE SIDE OF ROAD (WITH KIDS IN CAR), COULD NOT ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION IN ANY GEAR (DRIVE, REVERSE, 1, 2). NO AXEL OR TRANSMISSION NOISE WAS OBSERVED WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY OF THE GE...

Oct 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR HAD THE TRANSMISSION OUT FOR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. DRIVING VAN AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. IT WAS REPAIRED THEN ABOUT 3-5 MONTHS LATER THE VAN STARTED TO RUN ROUGH AND DIE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTING CRAZY HAD WATER IN THE PCM. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VAN UNDER...

Oct 12, 2009 Power Train 70,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR HAD THE TRANSMISSION OUT FOR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. DRIVING VAN AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. IT WAS REPAIRED THEN ABOUT 3-5 MONTHS LATER THE VAN STARTED TO RUN ROUGH AND DIE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTING CRAZY HAD WATER IN THE PCM. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VAN UNDER...

Oct 12, 2009 Power Train 49,280 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR, WITH 49,000 MILES, SUDDENLY LOSS TRANSMISSION POWER WHILE DRIVING. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER TO THE SIDE OF ROAD (WITH KIDS IN CAR), COULD NOT ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION IN ANY GEAR (DRIVE, REVERSE, 1, 2). NO AXEL OR TRANSMISSION NOISE WAS OBSERVED WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY OF THE GE...

Oct 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR HAD THE TRANSMISSION OUT FOR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. DRIVING VAN AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. IT WAS REPAIRED THEN ABOUT 3-5 MONTHS LATER THE VAN STARTED TO RUN ROUGH AND DIE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTING CRAZY HAD WATER IN THE PCM. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VAN UNDER...

Oct 12, 2009 Power Train 70,000 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR HAD THE TRANSMISSION OUT FOR TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. DRIVING VAN AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. IT WAS REPAIRED THEN ABOUT 3-5 MONTHS LATER THE VAN STARTED TO RUN ROUGH AND DIE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTING CRAZY HAD WATER IN THE PCM. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VAN UNDER...

Oct 10, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 10:30PM PREPARING TO ENTER THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE MOTION OF THE CAR GOING FORWARD BEGAN TO STOP. THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO THE WHEELS. BEING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A 4 LANE STREET, THERE WAS NO WAY TO MAKE IT TO THE RT LANE OR SHOULDE...

Oct 10, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 10:30PM PREPARING TO ENTER THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE MOTION OF THE CAR GOING FORWARD BEGAN TO STOP. THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO THE WHEELS. BEING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A 4 LANE STREET, THERE WAS NO WAY TO MAKE IT TO THE RT LANE OR SHOULDE...

Oct 10, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 10:30PM PREPARING TO ENTER THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE MOTION OF THE CAR GOING FORWARD BEGAN TO STOP. THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO THE WHEELS. BEING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A 4 LANE STREET, THERE WAS NO WAY TO MAKE IT TO THE RT LANE OR SHOULDE...

Oct 10, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 10:30PM PREPARING TO ENTER THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE MOTION OF THE CAR GOING FORWARD BEGAN TO STOP. THERE WAS A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO THE WHEELS. BEING ON THE INSIDE LANE OF A 4 LANE STREET, THERE WAS NO WAY TO MAKE IT TO THE RT LANE OR SHOULDE...

Oct 7, 2009 Power Train 88,500 mi

VEHICLE HAS 88K MILES AND HAS RUN JUST FINE UNTIL TODAY. THIS MORNING I WAS DRIVING IN TO WORK, STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, WHEN LIGHT CHANGED I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, THE ENGINE RESPONDED BUT I DIDN'T MOVE. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS CAME ON, NO MOVEMENT IN ANY GEAR SELECTION, ONLY "PARK" WORKS. AS A TEE...

Oct 7, 2009 Power Train 88,500 mi

VEHICLE HAS 88K MILES AND HAS RUN JUST FINE UNTIL TODAY. THIS MORNING I WAS DRIVING IN TO WORK, STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, WHEN LIGHT CHANGED I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, THE ENGINE RESPONDED BUT I DIDN'T MOVE. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS CAME ON, NO MOVEMENT IN ANY GEAR SELECTION, ONLY "PARK" WORKS. AS A TEE...

Oct 6, 2009 Power Train 79,200 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET. HAD TO COAST TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK THE CAR UNTIL WE CAN GET IT TOWED. DEALERSHIP IS NOW SAYING $3200 TO REPLACE THE APPARENTLY DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. *TR

Oct 6, 2009 Power Train 79,200 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET. HAD TO COAST TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK THE CAR UNTIL WE CAN GET IT TOWED. DEALERSHIP IS NOW SAYING $3200 TO REPLACE THE APPARENTLY DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. *TR

Oct 2, 2009 Power Train 61,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND PROCEEDING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, FOLLOWED BY A NO POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE F...

Oct 2, 2009 Power Train 61,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND PROCEEDING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, FOLLOWED BY A NO POWER RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE F...

Sep 30, 2009 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNINGS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED AT A LOCAL FACILITY, AT AN EXPENSE OF $2500.00. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 86000.

Sep 30, 2009 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNINGS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED AT A LOCAL FACILITY, AT AN EXPENSE OF $2500.00. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 86000.

Sep 18, 2009 Power Train 62,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN BOUGHT NEW IN 2006 WITH 62,000 MILES ON IT IN HEAVY TRAFFIC COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. TALKED TO DEALER THEY KNOW ABOUT THE PROBLEM THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTERS FAIL WITH OUT WARNING AND FORD IS NOT RECALLING? THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR THE...

Sep 18, 2009 Power Train 77,565 mi

THERE WERE NO SYMPTOMS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR, IT SIMPLY STOPPED WORKING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS WATER IN MY FUEL DUE TO THE RECENT RAINS IN ALBUQUERQUE, NM AND THE FACT I HAD JUST PUT 15 GALLONS OF GAS IN THE VEHICLE THE NIGHT BEFORE. AT THE TIME...

Sep 18, 2009 Power Train 62,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN BOUGHT NEW IN 2006 WITH 62,000 MILES ON IT IN HEAVY TRAFFIC COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. TALKED TO DEALER THEY KNOW ABOUT THE PROBLEM THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTERS FAIL WITH OUT WARNING AND FORD IS NOT RECALLING? THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR THE...

Sep 18, 2009 Power Train 77,565 mi

THERE WERE NO SYMPTOMS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR, IT SIMPLY STOPPED WORKING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS WATER IN MY FUEL DUE TO THE RECENT RAINS IN ALBUQUERQUE, NM AND THE FACT I HAD JUST PUT 15 GALLONS OF GAS IN THE VEHICLE THE NIGHT BEFORE. AT THE TIME...

Sep 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IN THE SUMMER OF 2008 HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED AND SHUT OFF WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO PARK AT LOW SPEEDS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED; HOWEVER, THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE REAR CA...

Sep 14, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IN THE SUMMER OF 2008 HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED AND SHUT OFF WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO PARK AT LOW SPEEDS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED; HOWEVER, THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE REAR CA...

Sep 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IN THE SUMMER OF 2008 HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED AND SHUT OFF WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO PARK AT LOW SPEEDS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED; HOWEVER, THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE REAR CA...

Sep 14, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IN THE SUMMER OF 2008 HE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED AND SHUT OFF WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO PARK AT LOW SPEEDS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED; HOWEVER, THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE REAR CA...

Sep 13, 2009 Power Train 111,999 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE TACHOMETER SHOT UP TO 6000 RPM. I TAPPED THE BRAKES AND THEN DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. AS I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, I TRIED TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION INTO A LOWER GEAR AND NONE O...

Sep 13, 2009 Power Train 74,800 mi

AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL, I WAS ACCELERATING ONTO THE RAMP FOR THE 70 MPH DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY IN FRISCO, TEXAS. WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING SIGN(S) BEFORE FAILURE, I LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM THAT I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE RAMP, AND WAS JUST BAR...

Sep 13, 2009 Power Train 111,999 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE TACHOMETER SHOT UP TO 6000 RPM. I TAPPED THE BRAKES AND THEN DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. AS I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, I TRIED TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION INTO A LOWER GEAR AND NONE O...

Sep 13, 2009 Power Train 74,800 mi

AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL, I WAS ACCELERATING ONTO THE RAMP FOR THE 70 MPH DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY IN FRISCO, TEXAS. WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING SIGN(S) BEFORE FAILURE, I LOST ALL DRIVE POWER. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH MOMENTUM THAT I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE RAMP, AND WAS JUST BAR...

Sep 11, 2009 Power Train 69,544 mi

FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION OF THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AT 69,544 MILES WITH NO WARNING. *TR

Sep 11, 2009 Power Train 81,220 mi

I'VE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHOSE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 81,220 MILES. THE CAR WAS RELIGIOUSLY MAINTAINED AND WAS NOT DRIVEN ROUGHLY. IT HAS A POWER STEERING / TRANSMISSION COOLER ATTACHED. I TRIED TO BACK UP OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE; IT ACTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. I HAD A ...

Sep 11, 2009 Power Train 69,544 mi

FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION OF THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN AT 69,544 MILES WITH NO WARNING. *TR

Sep 11, 2009 Power Train 81,220 mi

I'VE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHOSE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 81,220 MILES. THE CAR WAS RELIGIOUSLY MAINTAINED AND WAS NOT DRIVEN ROUGHLY. IT HAS A POWER STEERING / TRANSMISSION COOLER ATTACHED. I TRIED TO BACK UP OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE; IT ACTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. I HAD A ...

Sep 8, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

WIFE AND YOUNG SONS RIDING IN OUR FORD FREESTAR ON HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING FREESTAR LOSES ACCELERATION AND BEGINS TO SLOW DOWN IN THE PASSING LANE .NO PRIOR INDICATION,WARNING LIGHT, OR NOISE TO ALERT MY WIFE OF THIS CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. FORTUNATELY WIFE WAS ABLE TO DRIFT VAN THRO...

Sep 8, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

WIFE AND YOUNG SONS RIDING IN OUR FORD FREESTAR ON HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING FREESTAR LOSES ACCELERATION AND BEGINS TO SLOW DOWN IN THE PASSING LANE .NO PRIOR INDICATION,WARNING LIGHT, OR NOISE TO ALERT MY WIFE OF THIS CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. FORTUNATELY WIFE WAS ABLE TO DRIFT VAN THRO...

Sep 5, 2009 Power Train 129,250 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SUDDENLY LOST MOMENTUM. THE ENGINE INCREASED RPM'S BUT CONTINUED TO LOSE SPEED, NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD ENGAGE. I HAD IT TOWED TO A AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND AM AWAITING THE DIAGNOSIS. UNTIL THIS POINT THE TRANSMISSION NEVER S...

Sep 5, 2009 Power Train 129,250 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SUDDENLY LOST MOMENTUM. THE ENGINE INCREASED RPM'S BUT CONTINUED TO LOSE SPEED, NONE OF THE GEARS WOULD ENGAGE. I HAD IT TOWED TO A AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND AM AWAITING THE DIAGNOSIS. UNTIL THIS POINT THE TRANSMISSION NEVER S...

Sep 3, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION AND BEGAN TO COAST. AFTER DRIFTING THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE ROADWAY WE DISCOVERED THAT NONE OF THE GEARS ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WERE RESPONDING. THE ENGINE WAS REVVING NORMALLY BUT NO POWER WAS...

Sep 3, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER TO THE TRANSMISSION AND BEGAN TO COAST. AFTER DRIFTING THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE ROADWAY WE DISCOVERED THAT NONE OF THE GEARS ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WERE RESPONDING. THE ENGINE WAS REVVING NORMALLY BUT NO POWER WAS...

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 85,000 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. *TR

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 82,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR DOWN 6 MILE RD IN LIVONIA, MI AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE REMAINED RUNNING BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT. THE VEHICLE HAS 82,000 MILES AND I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED. I AM GLAD I WAS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY ...

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 85,000 mi

05' FORD FREESTAR. ON 8-27-09 MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AFTER PICKING UP OUR DAUGHTER FROM DAYCARE AND WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER TO THE TIRES. SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER ONTO A GRAVEL ROAD AS IT HAPPENED ON A COUNTY ROAD WITH NO SHOULDERS AND HEAVING SEMI TRAFFIC. WE...

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 85,000 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. *TR

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 82,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR DOWN 6 MILE RD IN LIVONIA, MI AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE REMAINED RUNNING BUT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT. THE VEHICLE HAS 82,000 MILES AND I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED. I AM GLAD I WAS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY ...

Aug 31, 2009 Power Train 85,000 mi

05' FORD FREESTAR. ON 8-27-09 MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AFTER PICKING UP OUR DAUGHTER FROM DAYCARE AND WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55 MPH WHEN SHE LOST ALL POWER TO THE TIRES. SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER ONTO A GRAVEL ROAD AS IT HAPPENED ON A COUNTY ROAD WITH NO SHOULDERS AND HEAVING SEMI TRAFFIC. WE...

Aug 30, 2009 Power Train 52,831 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN SUDDENLY STOPPED PULLING. WAS ABOUT TO SAFELY GET TO THE SHOULDER. LUCKILY, I WAS NOT TRYING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC AT AN ON RAMP OR OTHER SITUATION WHERE N UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ACCELERATION COULD SURPRISE ME AND OTHER DRI...

Aug 30, 2009 Power Train Crash 29,555 mi

I RETURNED HOME FROM WORK IN ORDER TO DROP OFF A FEW THINGS BEFORE CONTINUING ON TO DO SOME SHOPPING. I PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND EXITED THE VAN LEAVING THE IGNITION ON WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. AFTER UNLOADING MY ITEMS I DECIDED NOT TO GO SHOPPING AND WENT OUT TO TURN OFF THE VAN. WHILE STAN...

Aug 30, 2009 Power Train 52,831 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN SUDDENLY STOPPED PULLING. WAS ABOUT TO SAFELY GET TO THE SHOULDER. LUCKILY, I WAS NOT TRYING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC AT AN ON RAMP OR OTHER SITUATION WHERE N UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ACCELERATION COULD SURPRISE ME AND OTHER DRI...

Aug 30, 2009 Power Train Crash 29,555 mi

I RETURNED HOME FROM WORK IN ORDER TO DROP OFF A FEW THINGS BEFORE CONTINUING ON TO DO SOME SHOPPING. I PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND EXITED THE VAN LEAVING THE IGNITION ON WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. AFTER UNLOADING MY ITEMS I DECIDED NOT TO GO SHOPPING AND WENT OUT TO TURN OFF THE VAN. WHILE STAN...

Aug 28, 2009 Structure 54,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE LIFT GATE OPENED A WHEN A PASSENGER WAS BENEATH CAUSING INJURY TO HER HEAD AND NECK. THE DEALER REPAIRED LIFT GATE AT NO COST; HOWEVER, HE STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE MODULE WASN'T REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HIS VIN WASN'T INCLUDED IN RECALL 06...

Aug 28, 2009 Structure 54,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE LIFT GATE OPENED A WHEN A PASSENGER WAS BENEATH CAUSING INJURY TO HER HEAD AND NECK. THE DEALER REPAIRED LIFT GATE AT NO COST; HOWEVER, HE STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE MODULE WASN'T REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HIS VIN WASN'T INCLUDED IN RECALL 06...

Aug 24, 2009 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN. THE ENGINE WAS ON AND THE RPMS WERE VERY HIGH WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN NEUTRAL. A LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CAUSED THE FAILURE AND THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION FOR FORD FREESTAR 2004-200...

Aug 24, 2009 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHICH WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN 2005. WHILE ACCELERATING AT A STOP SIGN, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE SHUT OFF AND VEHICLE LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS THAT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT...

Aug 24, 2009 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN. THE ENGINE WAS ON AND THE RPMS WERE VERY HIGH WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN NEUTRAL. A LOCAL MECHANIC STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CAUSED THE FAILURE AND THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION FOR FORD FREESTAR 2004-200...

Aug 24, 2009 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHICH WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN 2005. WHILE ACCELERATING AT A STOP SIGN, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE SHUT OFF AND VEHICLE LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS THAT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT...

Aug 21, 2009 Power Train 58,184 mi

ON AUGUST 18,2008 WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE HIGHWAY HOME FROM VACATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE RPM'S SHOT UP AND THEN THE CAR SLOWED DOWN SO WE COULD PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD. THEN CAR STOPPED AND WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN IN GEAR. NO WARNING WHAT SO EVER,HAD THE CAR TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP WHO STA...

Aug 21, 2009 Power Train 58,184 mi

ON AUGUST 18,2008 WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR ON THE HIGHWAY HOME FROM VACATION WHEN SUDDENLY THE RPM'S SHOT UP AND THEN THE CAR SLOWED DOWN SO WE COULD PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD. THEN CAR STOPPED AND WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN IN GEAR. NO WARNING WHAT SO EVER,HAD THE CAR TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP WHO STA...

Aug 16, 2009 Power Train 89,000 mi

I WAS STRANDED WITH MY FAMILY ON THE WAY TO ST. LOUIS BY MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IT'S AT A SHOP IN SPRINGFIELD, IL (THANKS TO MY INSURANCE COMPANY). THE SAID IT WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE COST WAS $1300 THANKS FORD. *TR

Aug 16, 2009 Power Train 89,000 mi

I WAS STRANDED WITH MY FAMILY ON THE WAY TO ST. LOUIS BY MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. IT'S AT A SHOP IN SPRINGFIELD, IL (THANKS TO MY INSURANCE COMPANY). THE SAID IT WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE COST WAS $1300 THANKS FORD. *TR

Aug 14, 2009 Power Train 99,753 mi

COMPLAINT FOR 2ND TRANSMISSION INCIDENT: ON JULY 31, 2009, WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION IN A RESIDENTIAL SECTION OF SANTA FE, TEXAS, THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR FAILED. THE ENGINE OF THE CAR WAS WORKING BUT THE VAN SEEMED TO SUDDENLY BE IN NEUTRAL. I GUIDED THE CAR TO A SAFE S...

Aug 14, 2009 Power Train 99,753 mi

COMPLAINT FOR 2ND TRANSMISSION INCIDENT: ON JULY 31, 2009, WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION IN A RESIDENTIAL SECTION OF SANTA FE, TEXAS, THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR FAILED. THE ENGINE OF THE CAR WAS WORKING BUT THE VAN SEEMED TO SUDDENLY BE IN NEUTRAL. I GUIDED THE CAR TO A SAFE S...

Aug 11, 2009 Power Train 41,154 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV. WHEN THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL, THE REVVING DECREASED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS DESTINATION. HE IS IN THE PROCE...

Aug 11, 2009 Power Train 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE RPMS SUDDENLY STOPPED AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE PLACED BACK INTO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 81,000. UPDATE...

Aug 11, 2009 Power Train 41,154 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV. WHEN THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL, THE REVVING DECREASED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS DESTINATION. HE IS IN THE PROCE...

Aug 11, 2009 Power Train 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE RPMS SUDDENLY STOPPED AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE PLACED BACK INTO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 81,000. UPDATE...

Aug 10, 2009 Power Train 31,577 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR WILL NOT ENGAGE EITHER R, D, 3 OR 1. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS WHATSOEVER AND THE INCIDENT TOOK PLACE AT A CROSSING WHICH LEFT MY WIFE & MY KIDS WITH NO POWER TO CROSS TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE TWO LANE ROAD. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT MOST BE ADDRESS AND C...

Aug 10, 2009 Power Train 31,577 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR WILL NOT ENGAGE EITHER R, D, 3 OR 1. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS WHATSOEVER AND THE INCIDENT TOOK PLACE AT A CROSSING WHICH LEFT MY WIFE & MY KIDS WITH NO POWER TO CROSS TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE TWO LANE ROAD. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT MOST BE ADDRESS AND C...

Aug 8, 2009 Power Train 47,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN I PUSHED ON THE GAS IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE IT FELT LIKE THE CAR WAS IN NEUTRAL. THANK GOD MY KIDS WERE NOT IN THE CAR AT THE TIME THIS IS GOING TO CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR EVEN A DEATH DUE TO THIS ISSUE. IT IS SCARY WHEN YOU GO TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY...

Aug 8, 2009 Power Train 47,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN I PUSHED ON THE GAS IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE IT FELT LIKE THE CAR WAS IN NEUTRAL. THANK GOD MY KIDS WERE NOT IN THE CAR AT THE TIME THIS IS GOING TO CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR EVEN A DEATH DUE TO THIS ISSUE. IT IS SCARY WHEN YOU GO TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY...

Aug 7, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAIL WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS GONE. FORTUNATELY THIS HAPPEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED IN OUR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD AND THE VAN WAS SAFELY PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN WAS TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Aug 7, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAIL WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS GONE. FORTUNATELY THIS HAPPEN AT A VERY LOW SPEED IN OUR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD AND THE VAN WAS SAFELY PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN WAS TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER ...

Aug 6, 2009 Power Train 92,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING AT 70MPH. I DRIFTED OFF THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY, AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGN OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. *TR

Aug 6, 2009 Power Train 92,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE VAN STOPPED ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING AT 70MPH. I DRIFTED OFF THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY, AND IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGN OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. *TR

Aug 4, 2009 Power Train 28,863 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TAKING A RIGHT TURN WHEN SUDDENLY LOST ALL ABILITY TO GO FORWARD. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, ENGINE WOULD REV AND IDLE, BUT NO MOVEMENT FORWARD OR BACK. PUSHED CAR (IN NEUTRAL) TO A SAFER LOCATION AND TOWED TO DEALER WHO HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROBLEM IS TH...

Aug 4, 2009 Power Train 38,483 mi

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND PRECEDING UP A HILL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY DISENGAGED. I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND GET STOPPED. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE NO MATTER WHAT I TRIED. EVERY TIME I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WE WOULD START ROLLING DOWN HILL....

Aug 4, 2009 Power Train 28,863 mi

DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR TAKING A RIGHT TURN WHEN SUDDENLY LOST ALL ABILITY TO GO FORWARD. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, ENGINE WOULD REV AND IDLE, BUT NO MOVEMENT FORWARD OR BACK. PUSHED CAR (IN NEUTRAL) TO A SAFER LOCATION AND TOWED TO DEALER WHO HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROBLEM IS TH...

Aug 4, 2009 Power Train 38,483 mi

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND PRECEDING UP A HILL WHEN THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY DISENGAGED. I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND GET STOPPED. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE NO MATTER WHAT I TRIED. EVERY TIME I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WE WOULD START ROLLING DOWN HILL....

Aug 3, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

FREESTAR PROBLEM WHILE DRIVING DOWN SEAWALL BOULEVARD IN GALVESTON, TX LATE ON THE NIGHT OF 11/5/2007 MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY LOST THE POWER TO MOVE FORWARD. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN DRIVE AND YET THE CAR BEHAVED AS IF IT HAD BEEN PLACED IN NEUTRAL. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ALONGSIDE A...

Aug 3, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

FREESTAR PROBLEM WHILE DRIVING DOWN SEAWALL BOULEVARD IN GALVESTON, TX LATE ON THE NIGHT OF 11/5/2007 MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY LOST THE POWER TO MOVE FORWARD. THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN DRIVE AND YET THE CAR BEHAVED AS IF IT HAD BEEN PLACED IN NEUTRAL. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ALONGSIDE A...

Jul 30, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I AM AN OWNER OF 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ON MORNING, MY VAN WITH APPROXIMATELY 52K MILES ON IT STOPPED MOVING. IT WAS LIKE I HIT THE GEARSHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. AFTER COASTING INTO A PARKING LOT AND HAVE MY VEHICLE TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP, I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS A KNOWN FORD FREES...

Jul 30, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

I AM AN OWNER OF 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ON MORNING, MY VAN WITH APPROXIMATELY 52K MILES ON IT STOPPED MOVING. IT WAS LIKE I HIT THE GEARSHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. AFTER COASTING INTO A PARKING LOT AND HAVE MY VEHICLE TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP, I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS A KNOWN FORD FREES...

Jul 29, 2009 Power Train 65,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SUDDENLY QUIT WORKING ON THE HIGHWAY JULY 26, 2009 WITH ONLY 65,000 MILES ON IT. IT WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL AND THE RPMS STARTED REVVING UP BUT WOULD NO LONGER GO FORWARD OR INTO REVERSE WHEN WE TRIED THAT. IT IS CURRENTLY IN THE SHOP AND WE HAVEN'T HAD THE COMPLETE DIAGNOSIS YE...

Jul 29, 2009 Power Train 65,000 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SUDDENLY QUIT WORKING ON THE HIGHWAY JULY 26, 2009 WITH ONLY 65,000 MILES ON IT. IT WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL AND THE RPMS STARTED REVVING UP BUT WOULD NO LONGER GO FORWARD OR INTO REVERSE WHEN WE TRIED THAT. IT IS CURRENTLY IN THE SHOP AND WE HAVEN'T HAD THE COMPLETE DIAGNOSIS YE...

Jul 24, 2009 Power Train 64,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION DIED. *TR

Jul 24, 2009 Power Train 64,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION DIED. *TR

Jul 23, 2009 Power Train 74,986 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SE W/3.9L V6 ENGINE ON MI HWY M-29 JUST NORTH OF ALGONAC, MICHIGAN. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, AND AT ONE POINT, I WAS PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED MY FREESTAR SAFELY, WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE TO PR...

Jul 23, 2009 Unknown Or Other 74,986 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SE W/3.9L V6 ENGINE ON MI HWY M-29 JUST NORTH OF ALGONAC, MICHIGAN. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, AND AT ONE POINT, I WAS PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED MY FREESTAR SAFELY, WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE TO PR...

Jul 23, 2009 Power Train 74,986 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SE W/3.9L V6 ENGINE ON MI HWY M-29 JUST NORTH OF ALGONAC, MICHIGAN. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, AND AT ONE POINT, I WAS PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED MY FREESTAR SAFELY, WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE TO PR...

Jul 23, 2009 Unknown Or Other 74,986 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR SE W/3.9L V6 ENGINE ON MI HWY M-29 JUST NORTH OF ALGONAC, MICHIGAN. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, AND AT ONE POINT, I WAS PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VAN WAS SLOWING DOWN. I COASTED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND STOPPED MY FREESTAR SAFELY, WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE TO PR...

Jul 22, 2009 Power Train 62,144 mi

ON 5/26/09 WE TOOK OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE, FLUID, BELT AND FILTER CHECKS AND FRONT BRAKES. ON 6/12/09 WE LEFT NW OH FOR WASHINGTON, D.C. WE WERE 18 MILES EAST OF CUMBERLAND, MD, ON RT. 68, GOING DOWNHILL WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, WENT OUT OF GEAR. THE TACHOMET...

Jul 22, 2009 Power Train 62,144 mi

ON 5/26/09 WE TOOK OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE, FLUID, BELT AND FILTER CHECKS AND FRONT BRAKES. ON 6/12/09 WE LEFT NW OH FOR WASHINGTON, D.C. WE WERE 18 MILES EAST OF CUMBERLAND, MD, ON RT. 68, GOING DOWNHILL WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, WENT OUT OF GEAR. THE TACHOMET...

Jul 21, 2009 Power Train 128,000 mi

ON SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2009, MY FAMILY AND I WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 9A (IN JACKSONVILLE, FL JUST OFF OF I95). WE WERE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH WHEN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. MY HUSBAND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO DRIVE BUT NOTHING HAPPENED. TH...

Jul 21, 2009 Power Train 128,000 mi

ON SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2009, MY FAMILY AND I WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 9A (IN JACKSONVILLE, FL JUST OFF OF I95). WE WERE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH WHEN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. MY HUSBAND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO DRIVE BUT NOTHING HAPPENED. TH...

Jul 21, 2009 Power Train 128,000 mi

ON SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2009, MY FAMILY AND I WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 9A (IN JACKSONVILLE, FL JUST OFF OF I95). WE WERE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH WHEN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. MY HUSBAND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO DRIVE BUT NOTHING HAPPENED. TH...

Jul 21, 2009 Power Train 128,000 mi

ON SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2009, MY FAMILY AND I WERE TRAVELING ON HWY 9A (IN JACKSONVILLE, FL JUST OFF OF I95). WE WERE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH WHEN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. MY HUSBAND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO DRIVE BUT NOTHING HAPPENED. TH...

Jul 16, 2009 Wheels 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD PITCHING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ON FIVE OCCASIONS AND A TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKING COMPONENTS, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT ...

Jul 16, 2009 Wheels 32,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD PITCHING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ON FIVE OCCASIONS AND A TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKING COMPONENTS, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT ...

Jul 9, 2009 Power Train 61,238 mi

I WAS RUNNING AN ERRAND AT ABOUT 1PM EDT IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED MINIVAN. I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND PROCEEDED TO GO WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I HAD NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. I ONLY HAVE 61K MILES ON THE CAR WHICH WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW BACK IN 2006. L...

Jul 9, 2009 Power Train 66,691 mi

TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING CROSSING AN AVENUE TRAFFIC LIGHT. IT WAS LIKE GOING NEUTRAL. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Power Train 61,238 mi

I WAS RUNNING AN ERRAND AT ABOUT 1PM EDT IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED MINIVAN. I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND PROCEEDED TO GO WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I HAD NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. I ONLY HAVE 61K MILES ON THE CAR WHICH WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW BACK IN 2006. L...

Jul 9, 2009 Power Train 66,691 mi

TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING CROSSING AN AVENUE TRAFFIC LIGHT. IT WAS LIKE GOING NEUTRAL. *TR

Jul 5, 2009 Power Train 84,000 mi

WE LOST TORQUE AS THE ENGINE REVVED. LOST ALL GEARS, EVEN REVERSE. THERE WAS NO WARNING. *TR

Jul 5, 2009 Power Train 84,000 mi

WE LOST TORQUE AS THE ENGINE REVVED. LOST ALL GEARS, EVEN REVERSE. THERE WAS NO WARNING. *TR

Jul 2, 2009 Power Train 140,000 mi

FREESTAR STALLED OUT AND WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED BY A TRANSPORT TRUCK. *TR

Jul 2, 2009 Power Train 140,000 mi

FREESTAR STALLED OUT AND WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED BY A TRANSPORT TRUCK. *TR

Jul 1, 2009 Power Train 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING UPHILL AT 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS HALFWAY UP THE HILL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT 39,000 MILES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HE WAS OUT OF LUCK AND W...

Jul 1, 2009 Power Train 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING UPHILL AT 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS HALFWAY UP THE HILL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT 39,000 MILES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HE WAS OUT OF LUCK AND W...

Jun 22, 2009 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-50 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MERGE AND THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. SHE MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT OPERATE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE DEALER STATED T...

Jun 22, 2009 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-50 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MERGE AND THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. SHE MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT OPERATE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE DEALER STATED T...

Jun 19, 2009 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILS TO ACCELERATE WHEN ENTERING THE HIGHWAY, I HAD THIS PROBLEM WHEN I BOUGHT THE VAN IN 2005, THE VAN SEEMS TO DO FINE ONCE ITS UP TO SPEND. THE DANGER COMES IN WHEN I ENTER TRAFFIC PRESS THE GAS AND THE VAN DOESN'T RESPOND, I LIFT UP OFF THE GAS TRY IT A COUPLE OF TIMES BEFORE T...

Jun 19, 2009 Power Train 80,000 mi

MY 2005 FREESTAR FAILS TO ACCELERATE WHEN ENTERING THE HIGHWAY, I HAD THIS PROBLEM WHEN I BOUGHT THE VAN IN 2005, THE VAN SEEMS TO DO FINE ONCE ITS UP TO SPEND. THE DANGER COMES IN WHEN I ENTER TRAFFIC PRESS THE GAS AND THE VAN DOESN'T RESPOND, I LIFT UP OFF THE GAS TRY IT A COUPLE OF TIMES BEFORE T...

Jun 18, 2009 Power Train 42,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HOME FROM GREENWICH, CT TO WILTON, CTON I-95 THE VAN SUDDENLY LOST SPEED. THE RPMS WERE STILL UP BUT THE SPEED DECREASED TO 20MPH. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP THEY INFORMED HER THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. AS THE VAN HAS ONLY 42,000 ...

Jun 18, 2009 Power Train 42,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HOME FROM GREENWICH, CT TO WILTON, CTON I-95 THE VAN SUDDENLY LOST SPEED. THE RPMS WERE STILL UP BUT THE SPEED DECREASED TO 20MPH. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP THEY INFORMED HER THAT WE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. AS THE VAN HAS ONLY 42,000 ...

Jun 9, 2009 Air Bags Crash 68,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE AIR-BAG DID NOT REACT TO CRASH BUT PASSENGER SIDE DID. *TR

Jun 9, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE ENGINE REVVED EXCESSIVELY HIGH. THE DRIVER MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER AND CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPEND...

Jun 9, 2009 Air Bags Crash 68,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE AIR-BAG DID NOT REACT TO CRASH BUT PASSENGER SIDE DID. *TR

Jun 9, 2009 Power Train 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE ENGINE REVVED EXCESSIVELY HIGH. THE DRIVER MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER AND CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPEND...

Jun 4, 2009 Power Train 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE FORD MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000. UPDATED 07/28/09. *LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS W...

Jun 4, 2009 Power Train 82,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE FORD MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000. UPDATED 07/28/09. *LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS W...

Jun 3, 2009 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION IN MY FORD FREESTAR. I COMMUTE TO WORK DAILY, AND ONE MORNING WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY MY VEHICLE STALLED. LUCKILY, THE TRAFFIC WAS NOT HEAVY AT THE TIME BUT I WAS STILL UPSET ABOUT THIS INCIDENT. MY TRANSMISSION IS GONE. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER MAKING PAYMENT...

Jun 3, 2009 Power Train 100,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION IN MY FORD FREESTAR. I COMMUTE TO WORK DAILY, AND ONE MORNING WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY MY VEHICLE STALLED. LUCKILY, THE TRAFFIC WAS NOT HEAVY AT THE TIME BUT I WAS STILL UPSET ABOUT THIS INCIDENT. MY TRANSMISSION IS GONE. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER MAKING PAYMENT...

Jun 2, 2009 Power Train 35,850 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 67 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE AMP DISPLAYED 6,000. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE INPUT SHAFT FAILED AND CAUSED THE TORQUE CONVERTER TO F...

Jun 2, 2009 Power Train 35,850 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 67 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE AMP DISPLAYED 6,000. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE INPUT SHAFT FAILED AND CAUSED THE TORQUE CONVERTER TO F...

May 31, 2009 Electrical System 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Electrical System 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Power Train 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

May 31, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 66,000 mi

TWICE OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR EXPERIENCED WATER LEAKAGE THROUGH THE COWL GRILL ON THE HOOD. AFTER HEAVY RAIN IN MARCH 2008, THE FIRST OF SEVERAL BREAKDOWNS AND FIX ATTEMPTS OCCURRED, RESULTING IN 3 MONTHS OUT OF SERVICE, AND REPLACEMENTS OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THE PCM COMPUTER, SEVERAL OTHER COMPUTE...

Apr 27, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WHEN I HAD TO STOP AND PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK TO GET OUT AND CHECK ON SOMETHING IN THE BACK. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VAN BACK IN DRIVE, THE ONLY GEAR THAT WAS WORKING WAS NEUTRAL. WITH NO WARNING THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. WE WERE FORT...

Apr 27, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET IN MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WHEN I HAD TO STOP AND PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK TO GET OUT AND CHECK ON SOMETHING IN THE BACK. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VAN BACK IN DRIVE, THE ONLY GEAR THAT WAS WORKING WAS NEUTRAL. WITH NO WARNING THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. WE WERE FORT...

Apr 26, 2009 Power Train 120,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO NOTICE. HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON I-65 RPM'S GO UP SPEED GOES DOWN. COAST ON I 65 TO A STOP AND CALL TOW TRUCK. VEHICLE DOES NOT GO F OR REV AND GEARS. TRANSMISSION IS DEAD. TRANSMISSION GIVES NO WARNING PRIOR TO TOTAL FAILURE. *TR

Apr 26, 2009 Power Train 120,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO NOTICE. HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON I-65 RPM'S GO UP SPEED GOES DOWN. COAST ON I 65 TO A STOP AND CALL TOW TRUCK. VEHICLE DOES NOT GO F OR REV AND GEARS. TRANSMISSION IS DEAD. TRANSMISSION GIVES NO WARNING PRIOR TO TOTAL FAILURE. *TR

Apr 15, 2009 Power Train 77,798 mi

WE WERE DRIVING HOME FROM VACATION WITH FAMILY IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. FORTUNATELY WE WERE NOT ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN IT HAPPENED BECAUSE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN, IT WAS LIKE THE GAS PEDDLE WAS UNPLUGGED. WE HAD TO PUSH IT OUT OF THE RO...

Apr 15, 2009 Power Train 77,798 mi

WE WERE DRIVING HOME FROM VACATION WITH FAMILY IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. FORTUNATELY WE WERE NOT ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN IT HAPPENED BECAUSE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN, IT WAS LIKE THE GAS PEDDLE WAS UNPLUGGED. WE HAD TO PUSH IT OUT OF THE RO...

Apr 13, 2009 Power Train 97,000 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST DROPPED OUT OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 15 MONTHS. THIS WILL COST ANOTHER $1500. PLEASE HELP. *TR

Apr 13, 2009 Power Train 97,000 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST DROPPED OUT OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 15 MONTHS. THIS WILL COST ANOTHER $1500. PLEASE HELP. *TR

Apr 9, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

AS WITH ALOT OF FREESTAR 2005 OWNERS...THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 50,000 MILES. NO HINT OF FAILURE...JUST PULLED UP TO STOP SIGN AND WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN TRAFFIC WAS CLEAR. MY WIFE AND ANOTHER COUPLE HAD TO PUSH THE CAR ACROSS THE INTERSECTION TOO REACH A SAFE HAVEN. LUCKY THAT OTHER CARS TRAVELING O...

Apr 9, 2009 Power Train 71,817 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 71,817 MILES. TRANSMISSION HAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AFTER GREAT SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE. *TR

Apr 9, 2009 Power Train 53,000 mi

AS WITH ALOT OF FREESTAR 2005 OWNERS...THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 50,000 MILES. NO HINT OF FAILURE...JUST PULLED UP TO STOP SIGN AND WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN TRAFFIC WAS CLEAR. MY WIFE AND ANOTHER COUPLE HAD TO PUSH THE CAR ACROSS THE INTERSECTION TOO REACH A SAFE HAVEN. LUCKY THAT OTHER CARS TRAVELING O...

Apr 9, 2009 Power Train 71,817 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 71,817 MILES. TRANSMISSION HAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AFTER GREAT SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE. *TR

Apr 3, 2009 Power Train 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Interior Lighting 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Electrical System 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Power Train 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Interior Lighting 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Apr 3, 2009 Electrical System 20,710 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GO INTO GEAR AND THE RPM'S GO UP AND DOWN. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO JERK. WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN 20 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATES AND THE VEHICLE STALLS. THE VEHICLE ...

Mar 26, 2009 Power Train 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE CHANGED GEARS AND AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT THE GEARS BEING MOVED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. SHE THEN PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE AND WAS ABLE TO MOV...

Mar 26, 2009 Power Train 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE CHANGED GEARS AND AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT THE GEARS BEING MOVED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. SHE THEN PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE AND WAS ABLE TO MOV...

Mar 24, 2009 Power Train 127,333 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON THIS VEHICLE HAS GIVEN OUT TWICE. FROM INFORMATION POSTED BY OTHER OWNERS, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC WHEN THE GEARS DISENGAGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I HAD TO MANEUVER THE CAR OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. I NEARLY GOT INTO AN A...

Mar 24, 2009 Power Train 127,333 mi

THE TRANSMISSION ON THIS VEHICLE HAS GIVEN OUT TWICE. FROM INFORMATION POSTED BY OTHER OWNERS, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC WHEN THE GEARS DISENGAGED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I HAD TO MANEUVER THE CAR OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. I NEARLY GOT INTO AN A...

Mar 17, 2009 Power Train 93,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO WORK THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT BEGAN BLINKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED. WAS TOLD THAT A PART HAVING TO DO WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER WAS BAD. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IF WE COULD WE SHOULD GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE NOW. WE CAN NOT AFFORD ANOTHER VEHIC...

Mar 17, 2009 Power Train 80,478 mi

SLOWED TO STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, PRIOR TO COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE LIGHT CHANGED AND WHEN I ACCELERATED NOTHING HAPPEN. IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC I WAS ABLE TO GLIDE INTO A GAS STATION. LUCKILY TRAFFIC WAS JUST BEGINNING TO MOVE. COULD HAVE BEEN VERY DANGEROUS!! VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERS...

Mar 17, 2009 Power Train 93,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO WORK THE TRANSAXLE LIGHT BEGAN BLINKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED. WAS TOLD THAT A PART HAVING TO DO WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER WAS BAD. AT FIRST WAS TOLD IF WE COULD WE SHOULD GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE NOW. WE CAN NOT AFFORD ANOTHER VEHIC...

Mar 17, 2009 Power Train 80,478 mi

SLOWED TO STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, PRIOR TO COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE LIGHT CHANGED AND WHEN I ACCELERATED NOTHING HAPPEN. IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC I WAS ABLE TO GLIDE INTO A GAS STATION. LUCKILY TRAFFIC WAS JUST BEGINNING TO MOVE. COULD HAVE BEEN VERY DANGEROUS!! VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERS...

Mar 16, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,598 mi

THE CAR STALLED AT AN INTERSECTION AND RESTARTED AND STALLED CONTINUALLY. HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE COMPUTER SHOWED A LOT OF FUNNY READINGS LIKE IT WAS GOING 122 MPH WHILE AT A STAND STILL. HE DETERMINED THAT WATER HAD LEAKED IN THE PCM. DRIED IT OUT AND SEALED IT AND MADE REPAIR ACCORD...

Mar 16, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,598 mi

THE CAR STALLED AT AN INTERSECTION AND RESTARTED AND STALLED CONTINUALLY. HAD IT TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE COMPUTER SHOWED A LOT OF FUNNY READINGS LIKE IT WAS GOING 122 MPH WHILE AT A STAND STILL. HE DETERMINED THAT WATER HAD LEAKED IN THE PCM. DRIED IT OUT AND SEALED IT AND MADE REPAIR ACCORD...

Mar 14, 2009 Power Train 92,331 mi

I WAS SIMPLY DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD SLOWED DOWN TO ENTER THE TOWN WHEN TO PUT FOOT BACK ON THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING BUT THE ENGINE REVVING UP, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT HAPPENED BEFORE IT HAPPENED. THE TRANSMISSION OIL LOOKS FINE AND IT IS NOT LOCKED UP IT IS JUST LIKE EVERY GEA...

Mar 14, 2009 Power Train 63,146 mi

WITH NO WARNING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TRANSMISSION FAILED (MILEAGE 63,146). CAR WAS DRIVEN ~25 MILES TO WORKPLACE. STARTED CAR TO RETURN HOME AND NOTHING HAPPENED WHEN CAR WAS PUT IN GEAR. RECEIVED QUOTE STATING TRANSMISSION HAS INTERNAL PROBLEMS AND MUST BE REPLACED. PRICE OF QUOTE WAS $...

Mar 14, 2009 Power Train 92,331 mi

I WAS SIMPLY DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD SLOWED DOWN TO ENTER THE TOWN WHEN TO PUT FOOT BACK ON THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING BUT THE ENGINE REVVING UP, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT HAPPENED BEFORE IT HAPPENED. THE TRANSMISSION OIL LOOKS FINE AND IT IS NOT LOCKED UP IT IS JUST LIKE EVERY GEA...

Mar 14, 2009 Power Train 63,146 mi

WITH NO WARNING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN TRANSMISSION FAILED (MILEAGE 63,146). CAR WAS DRIVEN ~25 MILES TO WORKPLACE. STARTED CAR TO RETURN HOME AND NOTHING HAPPENED WHEN CAR WAS PUT IN GEAR. RECEIVED QUOTE STATING TRANSMISSION HAS INTERNAL PROBLEMS AND MUST BE REPLACED. PRICE OF QUOTE WAS $...

Mar 5, 2009 Power Train 90,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL - 90,000 MILES - TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING. NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WHATSOEVER. PARKED CAR, RAN ERRAND, CAME BACK & CRANKED - WOULD GO INTO GEAR BUT NOT MOVE. HAD TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO SAYS IT NEEDS A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER, FOR $2100 - WHICH I DON'T HAVE! ...

Mar 5, 2009 Power Train 90,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR SEL - 90,000 MILES - TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING. NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WHATSOEVER. PARKED CAR, RAN ERRAND, CAME BACK & CRANKED - WOULD GO INTO GEAR BUT NOT MOVE. HAD TOWED TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO SAYS IT NEEDS A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER, FOR $2100 - WHICH I DON'T HAVE! ...

Mar 4, 2009 Power Train 54,200 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FREESTAR NEW FROM A LOCAL DEALER AND HAS BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 54,200 MILES TO DATE. ALL MAINTENANCE PERFORMED WAS BY THE DEALER WITH WHOM WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. MY WIFE GARAGED THE VAN AS USUAL. THE NEXT MORNING THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. I CONTACTED THE DEALER T...

Mar 4, 2009 Power Train 54,200 mi

PURCHASED A 2005 FREESTAR NEW FROM A LOCAL DEALER AND HAS BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 54,200 MILES TO DATE. ALL MAINTENANCE PERFORMED WAS BY THE DEALER WITH WHOM WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. MY WIFE GARAGED THE VAN AS USUAL. THE NEXT MORNING THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. I CONTACTED THE DEALER T...

Feb 28, 2009 Power Train

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH JUST OVER 60,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ONE EVENING WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING AT ALL. I HAVE READ ON NUMEROUS SITES THAT I AM BY FAR NOT THE ONLY FORD OWNER THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. *TR

Feb 28, 2009 Power Train

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR WITH JUST OVER 60,000 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ONE EVENING WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING AT ALL. I HAVE READ ON NUMEROUS SITES THAT I AM BY FAR NOT THE ONLY FORD OWNER THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. *TR

Feb 11, 2009 Power Train 86,871 mi

TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING ON I75 IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ALMOST HIT BY LARGE TRUCK THIS IS WAS A DEFECT WITH TRANSMISSION ON A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VEHICLE NO. I CALLED FORD THEY WILL NOT ADMIT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THEY HAVE OVER 200 OF THESE PROBLEMS . *TR

Feb 11, 2009 Power Train 86,871 mi

TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING ON I75 IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ALMOST HIT BY LARGE TRUCK THIS IS WAS A DEFECT WITH TRANSMISSION ON A 2005 FORD FREESTAR VEHICLE NO. I CALLED FORD THEY WILL NOT ADMIT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THEY HAVE OVER 200 OF THESE PROBLEMS . *TR

Jan 26, 2009 Power Train 86,000 mi

THE TORQUE CONVERTER IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS GONE OUT AT 43,000 MILES AND NOW AT 86,000 MILES. *TR

Jan 26, 2009 Power Train 86,000 mi

THE TORQUE CONVERTER IN OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS GONE OUT AT 43,000 MILES AND NOW AT 86,000 MILES. *TR

Jan 21, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 14 mi

CAR STOPS WORKING FOR A SECOND WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY IN THE WINTER TIME, USUALLY SNOW. IT AS IF SOMETHING MISSES AND CAR IS ABOUT TO STALL OUT BUT CATCHES ITSELF AND BEGINS TO WORK AGAIN. USUALLY HAPPENS IN SPURTS BUT ONLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. HAPPENS EVERY WINTER FOR PASSED 3 YEARS. PCM AND M...

Jan 21, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 14 mi

CAR STOPS WORKING FOR A SECOND WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY IN THE WINTER TIME, USUALLY SNOW. IT AS IF SOMETHING MISSES AND CAR IS ABOUT TO STALL OUT BUT CATCHES ITSELF AND BEGINS TO WORK AGAIN. USUALLY HAPPENS IN SPURTS BUT ONLY IN THE WINTER MONTHS. HAPPENS EVERY WINTER FOR PASSED 3 YEARS. PCM AND M...

Jan 9, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTART. AT 50000 MILES, THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED CAUSING THE VAN TO NOT MOVE WHEN THE SHIFTER WAS TAKEN TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO, BUT THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. AT THE TIME OF FAILURE, THE VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPROX 1 HR EARLIER TO A STORE, THEN ATTEMPTED TO...

Jan 9, 2009 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTART. AT 50000 MILES, THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED CAUSING THE VAN TO NOT MOVE WHEN THE SHIFTER WAS TAKEN TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO, BUT THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. AT THE TIME OF FAILURE, THE VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPROX 1 HR EARLIER TO A STORE, THEN ATTEMPTED TO...

Jan 7, 2009 Power Train 39,500 mi

CAR IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD WITH 39K MILES ON IT. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. CAR WOULD NO LONGER DRIVE. COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO SHIFT OR DO ANYTHING. BROUGHT CAR TO A STOP AT A LIGHT AND IT WOULD NO LONGER OPERATE. I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS A ...

Jan 7, 2009 Power Train 39,500 mi

CAR IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD WITH 39K MILES ON IT. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. CAR WOULD NO LONGER DRIVE. COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO SHIFT OR DO ANYTHING. BROUGHT CAR TO A STOP AT A LIGHT AND IT WOULD NO LONGER OPERATE. I TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS A ...

Dec 31, 2008 Power Train 60,400 mi

TRAVELING NORTH ON I-75 IN MICHIGAN, OUR VAN LOST ALL GEARS AT 50-60 MPH WITH NO WARNING OR NOISE. BY THE GRACE OF GOD, THE VAN WAS IN THE RIGHT LANE ON A DOWNHILL STRETCH OF ROAD AND WE COASTED TO THE SHOULDER. THE ENGINE WOULD REV AND THERE WAS POWER, BUT NO GEARS. WE WERE GOING SKIING FOR THE ...

Dec 31, 2008 Power Train 60,400 mi

TRAVELING NORTH ON I-75 IN MICHIGAN, OUR VAN LOST ALL GEARS AT 50-60 MPH WITH NO WARNING OR NOISE. BY THE GRACE OF GOD, THE VAN WAS IN THE RIGHT LANE ON A DOWNHILL STRETCH OF ROAD AND WE COASTED TO THE SHOULDER. THE ENGINE WOULD REV AND THERE WAS POWER, BUT NO GEARS. WE WERE GOING SKIING FOR THE ...

Dec 20, 2008 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN. 95K MILES. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING TRAVELING AT 50 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. UP UNTIL THIS POINT, EVERYTHING WAS FINE EXCEPT WE'D HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE TRANNY TO ENGAGE LONGER THAN NORMAL BEFORE APPLYING GAS: FORWARD OR REVERSE. IF WE DIDN'T, THERE'D BE A SURGE ACCOMPA...

Dec 20, 2008 Power Train 95,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN. 95K MILES. TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING TRAVELING AT 50 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. UP UNTIL THIS POINT, EVERYTHING WAS FINE EXCEPT WE'D HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE TRANNY TO ENGAGE LONGER THAN NORMAL BEFORE APPLYING GAS: FORWARD OR REVERSE. IF WE DIDN'T, THERE'D BE A SURGE ACCOMPA...

Dec 17, 2008 Suspension 41,000 mi

FRONT HUB WHINING ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. *TR

Dec 17, 2008 Suspension 41,000 mi

FRONT HUB WHINING ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. *TR

Dec 8, 2008 Power Train 51,078 mi

YESTERDAY, 12/7/08, I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, SWITCHED GEAR FROM REVERSE TO FORWARD AND APPLIED GAS. OTHER THAN REVVING OF ENGINE, NOTHING HAPPENED. IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP TODAY AND THEY REFERRED ME TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP. I CONTACTED THE ...

Dec 8, 2008 Power Train 51,078 mi

YESTERDAY, 12/7/08, I PULLED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, SWITCHED GEAR FROM REVERSE TO FORWARD AND APPLIED GAS. OTHER THAN REVVING OF ENGINE, NOTHING HAPPENED. IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEARS. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP TODAY AND THEY REFERRED ME TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP. I CONTACTED THE ...

Dec 5, 2008 Power Train 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED, BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED COMPLETELY. THE VEH...

Dec 5, 2008 Power Train 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED, BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED COMPLETELY. THE VEH...

Dec 2, 2008 Power Train 73,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS MALFUNCTIONED LEADING TO COMPLETE VEHICLE IMMOBILITY. VEHICLE HAS DEVELOPED A REPUTATION FOR THIS FAILURE. *TR

Dec 2, 2008 Power Train 73,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS MALFUNCTIONED LEADING TO COMPLETE VEHICLE IMMOBILITY. VEHICLE HAS DEVELOPED A REPUTATION FOR THIS FAILURE. *TR

Nov 13, 2008 Power Train 55,500 mi

ON TUESDAY NOV. 11TH AT 5:21PM MY WIFE AND 3 OF MY 4 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING DOWN A BUSY 4 LANE HIGHWAY IN MURFREESBORO, TN WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR STRANGE SOUND THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WE OWN FAILED TO PROPEL ITSELF FORWARD. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE CAR ACTED AS THOUGH IT WAS IN N...

Nov 13, 2008 Power Train 55,500 mi

ON TUESDAY NOV. 11TH AT 5:21PM MY WIFE AND 3 OF MY 4 CHILDREN WERE DRIVING DOWN A BUSY 4 LANE HIGHWAY IN MURFREESBORO, TN WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR STRANGE SOUND THE 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WE OWN FAILED TO PROPEL ITSELF FORWARD. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING BUT THE CAR ACTED AS THOUGH IT WAS IN N...

Oct 25, 2008 Power Train 70,350 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED IN 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WHILE 375 MILES AWAY FROM HOME ON VACATION. HAD TO LEAVE IT AT FORD DEALERSHIP WHILE BEING REPAIRED. *TR

Oct 25, 2008 Power Train 70,350 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED IN 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WHILE 375 MILES AWAY FROM HOME ON VACATION. HAD TO LEAVE IT AT FORD DEALERSHIP WHILE BEING REPAIRED. *TR

Oct 16, 2008 Power Train 66,000 mi

TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILS WITH NOW WARNING. *TR

Oct 16, 2008 Power Train 66,000 mi

TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILS WITH NOW WARNING. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Power Train 47,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AND AFTER MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSI...

Oct 6, 2008 Power Train 47,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AND AFTER MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSI...

Oct 4, 2008 Power Train 40,000 mi

MAJOR TRANSMISSION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES AT 50K. WIRING HARNESS/COMPUTER NOT HOUSED RIGHT; OPEN TO WATER. 3RD TIME STRANDED BY THIS CAR IN 5 MONTHS. *TR

Oct 4, 2008 Power Train 40,000 mi

MAJOR TRANSMISSION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES AT 50K. WIRING HARNESS/COMPUTER NOT HOUSED RIGHT; OPEN TO WATER. 3RD TIME STRANDED BY THIS CAR IN 5 MONTHS. *TR

Sep 9, 2008 Power Train 61,300 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY (2005 FORD FREESTAR 61,300 ML.) VAN FOR ABOUT 10 MIN. ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING AT ABOUT 60 MPH. I APPROACHED MY EXIT AND I DROVE ON THE CITY STREET FOR ANOTHER 10 MINUTES I STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WAITING FOR THE LIGHT THE STREET WASN'T AT A SLOPE OR A SLANT AS FAR AS I KNOW IT IS ...

Sep 9, 2008 Power Train 61,300 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY (2005 FORD FREESTAR 61,300 ML.) VAN FOR ABOUT 10 MIN. ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING AT ABOUT 60 MPH. I APPROACHED MY EXIT AND I DROVE ON THE CITY STREET FOR ANOTHER 10 MINUTES I STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION WAITING FOR THE LIGHT THE STREET WASN'T AT A SLOPE OR A SLANT AS FAR AS I KNOW IT IS ...

Sep 3, 2008 Power Train

WAS DRIVING HOME WITH WIFE AND KIDS, TRAVELING APPROX 45-50 MPH WHEN VAN SUDDENLY STOPPED PULLING AND RPM'S WENT SKY HIGH. IT ACTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL AND WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HAD IT TOWED HOME ($125.00) AND WENT OUT NEXT MORNING AND CHECKED ALL FUSES, ALL GOOD...

Sep 3, 2008 Power Train

WAS DRIVING HOME WITH WIFE AND KIDS, TRAVELING APPROX 45-50 MPH WHEN VAN SUDDENLY STOPPED PULLING AND RPM'S WENT SKY HIGH. IT ACTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL AND WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HAD IT TOWED HOME ($125.00) AND WENT OUT NEXT MORNING AND CHECKED ALL FUSES, ALL GOOD...

Aug 5, 2008 Structure 61,063 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT RELEASED THE HATCHBACK MECHANISM WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. THE HATCHBACK IMMEDIATELY SLAMMED DOWN ON THE CONTACT AND INJURED HIS SHOULDER. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING TO THE HATCHBACK SUPPORT DEVICE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN...

Aug 5, 2008 Structure 61,063 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT RELEASED THE HATCHBACK MECHANISM WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. THE HATCHBACK IMMEDIATELY SLAMMED DOWN ON THE CONTACT AND INJURED HIS SHOULDER. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING TO THE HATCHBACK SUPPORT DEVICE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN...

Jul 25, 2008 Power Train 86,000 mi

IN SEPTEMBER OF 2005 WE PURCHASED A USED 05 FORD FREESTAR BY THAT OCTOBER IT WAS IN THE GARAGE THE PCM WITHOUT. THE DEALER HAD THE VAN FOR 3 WEEKS WENT TO PULL OUT AT THE DEALER THE PCM WAS STILL NOT FIXED AFTER 2 OR THREE MORE WEEKS GOT VAN BACK. THEN JUNE OF 06 WENT PULL OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE ...

Jul 25, 2008 Power Train 86,000 mi

IN SEPTEMBER OF 2005 WE PURCHASED A USED 05 FORD FREESTAR BY THAT OCTOBER IT WAS IN THE GARAGE THE PCM WITHOUT. THE DEALER HAD THE VAN FOR 3 WEEKS WENT TO PULL OUT AT THE DEALER THE PCM WAS STILL NOT FIXED AFTER 2 OR THREE MORE WEEKS GOT VAN BACK. THEN JUNE OF 06 WENT PULL OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE ...

Jul 23, 2008 Power Train 35,760 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON WAY HOME FROM HOSPITAL WITH MY FOUR YEAR OLD SON AND WIFE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING AND JERKING NO POWER. TACHOMETER WAS FLUCTUATING BACK AND FORTH GOT VEHICLE BACK HOME AND CALLED FORD ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO COME TOW IT. DEALER REPLACED SENSOR PART # 1F...

Jul 23, 2008 Power Train 35,760 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON WAY HOME FROM HOSPITAL WITH MY FOUR YEAR OLD SON AND WIFE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING AND JERKING NO POWER. TACHOMETER WAS FLUCTUATING BACK AND FORTH GOT VEHICLE BACK HOME AND CALLED FORD ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO COME TOW IT. DEALER REPLACED SENSOR PART # 1F...

Jul 15, 2008 Power Train 40,034 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY . MAJOR SLIPPAGE. SEEM STUCK IN NEUTRAL. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Power Train 40,034 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY. FLUID LEVEL OK, FLUID APPEARS CLEAN, SMELLS NEW. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Power Train 40,034 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY . MAJOR SLIPPAGE. SEEM STUCK IN NEUTRAL. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Power Train 40,034 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY. FLUID LEVEL OK, FLUID APPEARS CLEAN, SMELLS NEW. *TR

Jul 14, 2008 Power Train 41,000 mi

WE HAVE NOT HAD ANY PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH OUR MINIVAN. WE WERE DRIVING WITH OUR 2 SMALL CHILDREN ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY DOING AT LEAST 60 MPH WHEN OUR VAN WOULD NOT GO WHEN MY HUSBAND PUT HIS FOOT ON THE GAS. HE WAS ABLE TO GET THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT ANY INCIDENT. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNIN...

Jul 14, 2008 Power Train 41,000 mi

WE HAVE NOT HAD ANY PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH OUR MINIVAN. WE WERE DRIVING WITH OUR 2 SMALL CHILDREN ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY DOING AT LEAST 60 MPH WHEN OUR VAN WOULD NOT GO WHEN MY HUSBAND PUT HIS FOOT ON THE GAS. HE WAS ABLE TO GET THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT ANY INCIDENT. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNIN...

Jul 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE REAR BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS KEEP WEARING OUT EXTREMELY FAST. I JUST HAD THE BRAKES DONE NOT QUITE A YEAR AGO AND NOW THE ROTORS ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT. *TR

Jul 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE REAR BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS KEEP WEARING OUT EXTREMELY FAST. I JUST HAD THE BRAKES DONE NOT QUITE A YEAR AGO AND NOW THE ROTORS ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT. *TR

Jul 10, 2008 Power Train 36,400 mi

AFTER DRIVING UP TO THE UPPER PENINSULA, MY FIANCE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED BACK TO HER PARENT'S HOUSE. SHE DRIVING UP THE HILL ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY, THE ENGINE'S RPMS INCREASED DRAMATICALLY AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLE DOWN THE HILL. SHE WAS NOT TOWING ANYTHING WITH THE...

Jul 10, 2008 Power Train 36,400 mi

AFTER DRIVING UP TO THE UPPER PENINSULA, MY FIANCE WAS DRIVING OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR LIMITED BACK TO HER PARENT'S HOUSE. SHE DRIVING UP THE HILL ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY, THE ENGINE'S RPMS INCREASED DRAMATICALLY AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLE DOWN THE HILL. SHE WAS NOT TOWING ANYTHING WITH THE...

Jun 16, 2008 Tires 2,000 mi

ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN, I HAVE HAD TO TIRE BLOWOUTS DUE TO FAILED VALVE STEMS. THE FIRST OCCURRED IN JULY ,2006---THE NEXT IN SEPT.OF 2007. BOTH HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEED ON FLORIDA TURNPIKE. THE TIRE STORE (GOODYEAR) DENIED ANY LIABILITY AS IT WAS THE VALVE THAT FAILED. THE ...

Jun 16, 2008 Tires 2,000 mi

ON MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN, I HAVE HAD TO TIRE BLOWOUTS DUE TO FAILED VALVE STEMS. THE FIRST OCCURRED IN JULY ,2006---THE NEXT IN SEPT.OF 2007. BOTH HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEED ON FLORIDA TURNPIKE. THE TIRE STORE (GOODYEAR) DENIED ANY LIABILITY AS IT WAS THE VALVE THAT FAILED. THE ...

Jun 15, 2008 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING THROUGH A NEIGHBORHOOD WHEN WE TURNED AROUND IN SOMEONE'S DRIVEWAY AFTER PUTTING IT BACK IN DRIVE THE VAN LOST ALL TRANSMISSION POWER. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE IN ANY GEAR. *TR

Jun 15, 2008 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING THROUGH A NEIGHBORHOOD WHEN WE TURNED AROUND IN SOMEONE'S DRIVEWAY AFTER PUTTING IT BACK IN DRIVE THE VAN LOST ALL TRANSMISSION POWER. THE VAN WOULD NOT GO IN FORWARD OR REVERSE IN ANY GEAR. *TR

Jun 9, 2008 Power Train 38,800 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE STREET WITH MY FAMILY IN THE VEHICLE, THE TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING, NO WARNING SIGNS WHATSOEVER, JUST LOST LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. THE STREET HAD A SLIGHT INCLINE TO IT, SO WE WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN PARKED IT UP ON THE SIDEWALK, ...

Jun 9, 2008 Power Train 38,800 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE STREET WITH MY FAMILY IN THE VEHICLE, THE TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING, NO WARNING SIGNS WHATSOEVER, JUST LOST LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. THE STREET HAD A SLIGHT INCLINE TO IT, SO WE WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN PARKED IT UP ON THE SIDEWALK, ...

Jun 7, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,223 mi

TOOK MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WITH ONLY 43,223 MILES INTO FORD DEALER FOR ANNUAL SAFETY INSPECTION. ADVISED BOTH REAR CALIPERS WERE BAD, CAUSED PREMATURE WEAR OF BREAK PADS AND ROTORS WHICH NEEDED TURNED. THE REPAIR COST ME $581.40. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES, AND NEVER HAVE I HAD CALIPERS F...

Jun 7, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,223 mi

TOOK MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN WITH ONLY 43,223 MILES INTO FORD DEALER FOR ANNUAL SAFETY INSPECTION. ADVISED BOTH REAR CALIPERS WERE BAD, CAUSED PREMATURE WEAR OF BREAK PADS AND ROTORS WHICH NEEDED TURNED. THE REPAIR COST ME $581.40. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES, AND NEVER HAVE I HAD CALIPERS F...

May 30, 2008 Structure 54,520 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MODEL 'S'. COUPLE OF DAYS AGO SUDDENLY REAR LIFTGATE STRUT FAILED AND IT LED LIFTGATE TO FREE FALL ON ME WHEN I WAS REMOVING THE STUFF FROM THE VAN. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD THE LIFTGATE IN TIME BUT IT STILL HIT ME ON MY HEAD A LITTLE BIT. *TR

May 30, 2008 Structure 54,520 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MODEL 'S'. COUPLE OF DAYS AGO SUDDENLY REAR LIFTGATE STRUT FAILED AND IT LED LIFTGATE TO FREE FALL ON ME WHEN I WAS REMOVING THE STUFF FROM THE VAN. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD THE LIFTGATE IN TIME BUT IT STILL HIT ME ON MY HEAD A LITTLE BIT. *TR

May 30, 2008 Structure 54,520 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MODEL 'S'. COUPLE OF DAYS AGO SUDDENLY REAR LIFTGATE STRUT FAILED AND IT LED LIFTGATE TO FREE FALL ON ME WHEN I WAS REMOVING THE STUFF FROM THE VAN. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD THE LIFTGATE IN TIME BUT IT STILL HIT ME ON MY HEAD A LITTLE BIT. *TR

May 30, 2008 Structure 54,520 mi

I OWN A 2005 FORD FREESTAR MODEL 'S'. COUPLE OF DAYS AGO SUDDENLY REAR LIFTGATE STRUT FAILED AND IT LED LIFTGATE TO FREE FALL ON ME WHEN I WAS REMOVING THE STUFF FROM THE VAN. I WAS ABLE TO HOLD THE LIFTGATE IN TIME BUT IT STILL HIT ME ON MY HEAD A LITTLE BIT. *TR

May 26, 2008 Power Train 65,800 mi

I DRIVING HOME FORM WORK, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE RPMS WHEN UP AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE SLIPPED INTO NEUTRAL. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I COASTED INTO A GAS STATION. NOW I HAVE THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS OF REPAIRS THAT I CANNOT AFFORD. I HAVE BEEN RESEARCHING THIS AND APPARE...

May 26, 2008 Power Train 65,800 mi

I DRIVING HOME FORM WORK, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE RPMS WHEN UP AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE SLIPPED INTO NEUTRAL. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I COASTED INTO A GAS STATION. NOW I HAVE THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS OF REPAIRS THAT I CANNOT AFFORD. I HAVE BEEN RESEARCHING THIS AND APPARE...

May 25, 2008 Power Train 72,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I WAS IM THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET WHEN THIS HAPPENED, LUCKY IT WASN'T A BUSY STREET. *TR

May 25, 2008 Power Train 72,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I WAS IM THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET WHEN THIS HAPPENED, LUCKY IT WASN'T A BUSY STREET. *TR

May 23, 2008 Power Train 57,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED A NEW PUMP SHAFT, TORQUE CONVERTER AND AN OVERHAUL OF THE MANUAL CONTROL VALVE. *TR

May 23, 2008 Power Train 57,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED A NEW PUMP SHAFT, TORQUE CONVERTER AND AN OVERHAUL OF THE MANUAL CONTROL VALVE. *TR

May 22, 2008 Air Bags 57,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WOULD COST $99 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,500 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 57,600. UPDATED 06/17/08. *LJ THE CONSUMER...

May 22, 2008 Air Bags 57,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WOULD COST $99 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,500 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 57,600. UPDATED 06/17/08. *LJ THE CONSUMER...

Apr 25, 2008 Suspension 66,430 mi

AT 66,000 MILES MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN DEVELOPED A HIGH-PITCHED WHINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS IT STARTED ONLY WHEN VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN FOR SOME DISTANCE BUT INCREASED IN FREQUENCY. TOOK TO A SHOP AND IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS BEARING FAILURE IN BOTH FRONT HUBS SIMULTANEOUSLY. VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR ($775)....

Apr 25, 2008 Suspension 66,430 mi

AT 66,000 MILES MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN DEVELOPED A HIGH-PITCHED WHINE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS IT STARTED ONLY WHEN VAN HAD BEEN DRIVEN FOR SOME DISTANCE BUT INCREASED IN FREQUENCY. TOOK TO A SHOP AND IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS BEARING FAILURE IN BOTH FRONT HUBS SIMULTANEOUSLY. VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR ($775)....

Apr 24, 2008 Wheels 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON HER VEHICLE WERE DESIGNED TO HOLD WATER. THE RIMS WERE "PITTED AND RUSTY", ACCORDING TO THE CONTACT. SHE WAS CONCERNED THAT THE DESIGN WAS FAULTY AND THE RIMS MIGHT FAIL IN TEN YEARS. SHE CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS GIVE...

Apr 24, 2008 Wheels 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIMS ON HER VEHICLE WERE DESIGNED TO HOLD WATER. THE RIMS WERE "PITTED AND RUSTY", ACCORDING TO THE CONTACT. SHE WAS CONCERNED THAT THE DESIGN WAS FAULTY AND THE RIMS MIGHT FAIL IN TEN YEARS. SHE CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS GIVE...

Apr 23, 2008 Power Train 55,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT NEEDS A TRANSMISSION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK TODAY AND OUT OF NO WHERE MY VAN STOPPED DRIVING. THE ENGINE WAS ON BUT THE VAN WOULDN'T MOVE. I WAS JUST ABOUT TO GET ONTO INTERSTATE 95 (ABOUT 100 FEET FROM ON RAMP) I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED MY CHILDREN COULD HAVE BEEN KI...

Apr 23, 2008 Power Train 55,000 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR THAT NEEDS A TRANSMISSION. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK TODAY AND OUT OF NO WHERE MY VAN STOPPED DRIVING. THE ENGINE WAS ON BUT THE VAN WOULDN'T MOVE. I WAS JUST ABOUT TO GET ONTO INTERSTATE 95 (ABOUT 100 FEET FROM ON RAMP) I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED MY CHILDREN COULD HAVE BEEN KI...

Apr 22, 2008 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY FORD FREE STAR 2005 VAN IT HAS 50,600 MILES ON IT. IT ALL STARTED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THEN A FEW SECONDS LATTER THE VAN JUST DIED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY TWO YEAR OLD TWINS IN THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO START IT UP AGAIN AND ...

Apr 22, 2008 Structure 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY FORD FREE STAR 2005 VAN IT HAS 50,600 MILES ON IT. IT ALL STARTED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THEN A FEW SECONDS LATTER THE VAN JUST DIED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY TWO YEAR OLD TWINS IN THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO START IT UP AGAIN AND ...

Apr 22, 2008 Power Train 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY FORD FREE STAR 2005 VAN IT HAS 50,600 MILES ON IT. IT ALL STARTED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THEN A FEW SECONDS LATTER THE VAN JUST DIED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY TWO YEAR OLD TWINS IN THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO START IT UP AGAIN AND ...

Apr 22, 2008 Structure 50,000 mi

I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY FORD FREE STAR 2005 VAN IT HAS 50,600 MILES ON IT. IT ALL STARTED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THEN A FEW SECONDS LATTER THE VAN JUST DIED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY TWO YEAR OLD TWINS IN THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO START IT UP AGAIN AND ...

Apr 16, 2008 Power Train 31,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND AT 2,000 RPM'S, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STUTTER. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR TRANSMISSION SERVICE. THE TRANSMISSION CONTINUES TO FAIL. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 61,000 AND FAILURE MI...

Apr 16, 2008 Power Train 31,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND AT 2,000 RPM'S, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STUTTER. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR TRANSMISSION SERVICE. THE TRANSMISSION CONTINUES TO FAIL. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 61,000 AND FAILURE MI...

Apr 13, 2008 Power Train 73,017 mi

AFTER SEVERAL O2 SENSORS AND PCM'S ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR, THE TRANSMISSION JUST QUIT GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH SCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE VAN. *TR

Apr 13, 2008 Power Train 73,017 mi

AFTER SEVERAL O2 SENSORS AND PCM'S ON OUR 2005 FREESTAR, THE TRANSMISSION JUST QUIT GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH SCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE VAN. *TR

Apr 9, 2008 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION ON MY 04 FORD FREESTAR QUIT WITH NO WARNING AND NO SIGNS OF DISTRESS. IT WILL COST ME $3,500 TO GET IT REPAIRED. *TR

Apr 9, 2008 Power Train 60,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION ON MY 04 FORD FREESTAR QUIT WITH NO WARNING AND NO SIGNS OF DISTRESS. IT WILL COST ME $3,500 TO GET IT REPAIRED. *TR

Apr 3, 2008 Power Train 47,552 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. MY ENGINE FAILED IN JAN08 AT ABOUT 47,000 MILES. I HAD THE ENGINE REPLACED($5100). WITHIN A DAY AFTER I PICKED IT UP AFTER THE ENGINE REPAIRS I NOTICED JERKING WHILE DRIVING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS SLIPPING ON ICE, BUT THEN I FELT THE JERK WHEN I WAS ON DRY ROAD. I TOO...

Apr 3, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,552 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. MY ENGINE FAILED IN JAN08 AT ABOUT 47,000 MILES. I HAD THE ENGINE REPLACED($5100). WITHIN A DAY AFTER I PICKED IT UP AFTER THE ENGINE REPAIRS I NOTICED JERKING WHILE DRIVING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS SLIPPING ON ICE, BUT THEN I FELT THE JERK WHEN I WAS ON DRY ROAD. I TOO...

Apr 3, 2008 Power Train 47,552 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. MY ENGINE FAILED IN JAN08 AT ABOUT 47,000 MILES. I HAD THE ENGINE REPLACED($5100). WITHIN A DAY AFTER I PICKED IT UP AFTER THE ENGINE REPAIRS I NOTICED JERKING WHILE DRIVING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS SLIPPING ON ICE, BUT THEN I FELT THE JERK WHEN I WAS ON DRY ROAD. I TOO...

Apr 3, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,552 mi

I HAVE A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. MY ENGINE FAILED IN JAN08 AT ABOUT 47,000 MILES. I HAD THE ENGINE REPLACED($5100). WITHIN A DAY AFTER I PICKED IT UP AFTER THE ENGINE REPAIRS I NOTICED JERKING WHILE DRIVING. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS SLIPPING ON ICE, BUT THEN I FELT THE JERK WHEN I WAS ON DRY ROAD. I TOO...

Apr 2, 2008 Seats 73,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY HE HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT. WHEN HE LOOKED UNDER THE SEAT HE FOUND A LOOSE METAL BRACKET. THE WARRANTY COMPANY WAS CONTACTED; HOWEVER, THE WARRANTY DOESN'T COVER MANUFACTURER DEFECTS. THE DEAL...

Apr 2, 2008 Seats 73,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY HE HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT. WHEN HE LOOKED UNDER THE SEAT HE FOUND A LOOSE METAL BRACKET. THE WARRANTY COMPANY WAS CONTACTED; HOWEVER, THE WARRANTY DOESN'T COVER MANUFACTURER DEFECTS. THE DEAL...

Mar 27, 2008 Power Train 75,455 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR 05 TRANSMISSION WENT AT 75K, NO WARNING , NO LIGHT ON, COST ME $2700 TO REPAIR, FUEL SYSTEM FAILURE AT 70K ,WHEN I TRIED TO PUMP GAS IT WAS LIKE IT WAS FULL ALL THE TIME, FUMES COULD NOT GET OUT THE TANK, FUEL SPILLED, IT CUSTOM ABOUT $400 TO CHANGE SOLENOID. *TR

Mar 27, 2008 Power Train 75,455 mi

MY FORD FREESTAR 05 TRANSMISSION WENT AT 75K, NO WARNING , NO LIGHT ON, COST ME $2700 TO REPAIR, FUEL SYSTEM FAILURE AT 70K ,WHEN I TRIED TO PUMP GAS IT WAS LIKE IT WAS FULL ALL THE TIME, FUMES COULD NOT GET OUT THE TANK, FUEL SPILLED, IT CUSTOM ABOUT $400 TO CHANGE SOLENOID. *TR

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 10, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR JUST DIES. FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED FEBRUARY 28, 2008. WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND MADE IT ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH INTERSECTION WHEN EVERYTHING SHUT OFF. COASTED TO THE OTHER SIDE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. RESTARTED THE VAN AND MADE IT ANOTHER 50 FEET BEFORE IT DIED AGAIN. TRI...

Mar 6, 2008 Equipment 61,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PULL FORWARD, THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE SNAPPED AND THE TIRE CAME OFF. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL NHTSA. THE PURCHASE DATE AND SPEED WERE UNKNO...

Mar 6, 2008 Tires 61,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PULL FORWARD, THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE SNAPPED AND THE TIRE CAME OFF. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL NHTSA. THE PURCHASE DATE AND SPEED WERE UNKNO...

Mar 6, 2008 Equipment 61,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PULL FORWARD, THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE SNAPPED AND THE TIRE CAME OFF. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL NHTSA. THE PURCHASE DATE AND SPEED WERE UNKNO...

Mar 6, 2008 Tires 61,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FREESTAR. WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PULL FORWARD, THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE SNAPPED AND THE TIRE CAME OFF. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED TO CALL NHTSA. THE PURCHASE DATE AND SPEED WERE UNKNO...

Mar 4, 2008 Power Train 42,500 mi

I WAS ACCELERATING AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT. SUDDENLY MY VAN BEGIN TO REV UP OVER 500 RPMS AND HAD LOST ALL POWER. THANKFULLY I WAS NOT IN TRAFFIC AND WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER EASILY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS COMPLETELY DEAD- IT WOULD NOT KICK INTO ANY GEARS AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO THE L...

Mar 4, 2008 Power Train 42,500 mi

I WAS ACCELERATING AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT. SUDDENLY MY VAN BEGIN TO REV UP OVER 500 RPMS AND HAD LOST ALL POWER. THANKFULLY I WAS NOT IN TRAFFIC AND WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER EASILY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS COMPLETELY DEAD- IT WOULD NOT KICK INTO ANY GEARS AND I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO THE L...

Feb 18, 2008 Structure 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 18, 2008 Tires 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 18, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 18, 2008 Structure 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 18, 2008 Tires 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 18, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

I HAVE HAD RECURRING PROBLEMS WITH MY AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS. THE DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT ALWAYS CLOSE PROPERLY AND WHEN I BACK UP THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE PASSENGER REAR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN WITH THE OVERHEAD BUTTON ALL THE TIME, IT DOES NOT SEEM TO UNLOCK. I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SHOP S...

Feb 10, 2008 Power Train 66,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR'S TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 09 FEB 2008. I WAS DRIVING 55MPH DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY RPMS SPIKED WITH NO LOAD ON THE ENGINE. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT INTO A NEUTRAL STATE AND I STEERED THE VAN AND COASTED OFF THE ROAD, THERE WERE NO SIGNS THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS HAVING A...

Feb 10, 2008 Power Train 66,000 mi

MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR'S TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 09 FEB 2008. I WAS DRIVING 55MPH DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY RPMS SPIKED WITH NO LOAD ON THE ENGINE. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT INTO A NEUTRAL STATE AND I STEERED THE VAN AND COASTED OFF THE ROAD, THERE WERE NO SIGNS THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS HAVING A...

Jan 25, 2008 Power Train

TURNED OFF OF HIGHWAY TRIED TO ACCELERATE WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING IN ANY GEAR. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS CAME ON, JUST STOPPED. HAD IT TOWED TURNED OUT TO BE TORQUE CONVERTER COST US $1100 TO FIX. *TR

Jan 25, 2008 Power Train

TURNED OFF OF HIGHWAY TRIED TO ACCELERATE WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING IN ANY GEAR. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS CAME ON, JUST STOPPED. HAD IT TOWED TURNED OUT TO BE TORQUE CONVERTER COST US $1100 TO FIX. *TR

Jan 16, 2008 Power Train 60,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 60K MILES NO WARNING JUST QUIT. *TR

Jan 16, 2008 Power Train 60,000 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 60K MILES NO WARNING JUST QUIT. *TR

Jan 14, 2008 Steering 100,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE IN USED CONDITION LIC. AUTO DEALER 06/07. 10/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO "DRINK" POWER STEERING FLUID; RESEVOIR DRY/ REFILL/ DRY ETC.., 12/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD POP DURING TURNING; MOVING IN BOTH FORWARD & REVERSE DIRECTIONS AND ALSO SIMILAR NOISE WHEN BREAKS WERE APPLIED ABOVE ...

Jan 14, 2008 Steering 100,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE IN USED CONDITION LIC. AUTO DEALER 06/07. 10/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO "DRINK" POWER STEERING FLUID; RESEVOIR DRY/ REFILL/ DRY ETC.., 12/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD POP DURING TURNING; MOVING IN BOTH FORWARD & REVERSE DIRECTIONS AND ALSO SIMILAR NOISE WHEN BREAKS WERE APPLIED ABOVE ...

Jan 14, 2008 Steering 100,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE IN USED CONDITION LIC. AUTO DEALER 06/07. 10/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO "DRINK" POWER STEERING FLUID; RESEVOIR DRY/ REFILL/ DRY ETC.., 12/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD POP DURING TURNING; MOVING IN BOTH FORWARD & REVERSE DIRECTIONS AND ALSO SIMILAR NOISE WHEN BREAKS WERE APPLIED ABOVE ...

Jan 14, 2008 Steering 100,000 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE IN USED CONDITION LIC. AUTO DEALER 06/07. 10/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO "DRINK" POWER STEERING FLUID; RESEVOIR DRY/ REFILL/ DRY ETC.., 12/07 VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD POP DURING TURNING; MOVING IN BOTH FORWARD & REVERSE DIRECTIONS AND ALSO SIMILAR NOISE WHEN BREAKS WERE APPLIED ABOVE ...

Jan 9, 2008 Power Train 42,000 mi

WIFE WAS TAKING KIDS TO KARATE, WENT TO PULL OUT FROM INTERSECTION AND ALL OF SUDDEN VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE, IT WOULD ROLL BUT HAD NO POWER IN ANY GEAR. ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BUT LUCKILY DID NOT. HAD VAN TOWED TO CARSON FORD WHO REPLACED TORQUE CONVERTER FOR $1200. *TR

Jan 9, 2008 Power Train 42,000 mi

WIFE WAS TAKING KIDS TO KARATE, WENT TO PULL OUT FROM INTERSECTION AND ALL OF SUDDEN VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE, IT WOULD ROLL BUT HAD NO POWER IN ANY GEAR. ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BUT LUCKILY DID NOT. HAD VAN TOWED TO CARSON FORD WHO REPLACED TORQUE CONVERTER FOR $1200. *TR

Jan 7, 2008 Power Train 46,242 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS ONLY 46,000 MILES ON IT. DECEMBER 23, 2007, TWO DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS, THE TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE INDICATOR LIGHT COME ON AS THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED SUDDENLY AT 55MPH. WE TOOK TO THE THRELKELD FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE SHIFTING SOLENOIDS HAD TO BE REPLACED F...

Jan 7, 2008 Power Train 46,242 mi

OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR HAS ONLY 46,000 MILES ON IT. DECEMBER 23, 2007, TWO DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS, THE TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE INDICATOR LIGHT COME ON AS THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED SUDDENLY AT 55MPH. WE TOOK TO THE THRELKELD FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE SHIFTING SOLENOIDS HAD TO BE REPLACED F...

Dec 18, 2007 Power Train 92,127 mi

MY CAR SHOWED NO SIGNS OF ANYTHING WRONG..NOT EVEN A LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD CAME ON. I WAS DOING ABOUT 40MPH AND IT WAS AS IF SOMEONE THREW ME INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE IN EITHER DIRECTION AT ALL. *TR

Dec 18, 2007 Power Train 92,127 mi

MY CAR SHOWED NO SIGNS OF ANYTHING WRONG..NOT EVEN A LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD CAME ON. I WAS DOING ABOUT 40MPH AND IT WAS AS IF SOMEONE THREW ME INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE IN EITHER DIRECTION AT ALL. *TR

Dec 17, 2007 Power Train 67,369 mi

ON DEC 15,2007 MY PREGNANT WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN WERE GOING SHOPPING. AS THEY WERE DRIVING UP A INCLINE THE VEHICLE JUST STARTED RACING AS IN NEUTRAL. MY WIFE PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AS BEST SHE COULD DUE TO A LOW SHOULDER,STILL IN THE ROAD. SHE REMOVED THE KIDS AND BROUGHT THEM UP AN EMBANKMENT SO IF...

Dec 17, 2007 Power Train 38,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WENT INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 55MPH ONCE IT STOPPED IT WOULD NOT MOVE. ONLY HAS 38500 MI. DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS NEW TORQUE CONVERTER FOR ONLY $1200-$1500 AND IT'S OUT OF WARR. I WENT ONLINE AND FOUND OUT I WAS NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH PROBLEMS. IT'S LESS THAN 3...

Dec 17, 2007 Power Train 67,369 mi

ON DEC 15,2007 MY PREGNANT WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN WERE GOING SHOPPING. AS THEY WERE DRIVING UP A INCLINE THE VEHICLE JUST STARTED RACING AS IN NEUTRAL. MY WIFE PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AS BEST SHE COULD DUE TO A LOW SHOULDER,STILL IN THE ROAD. SHE REMOVED THE KIDS AND BROUGHT THEM UP AN EMBANKMENT SO IF...

Dec 17, 2007 Power Train 38,500 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR VAN WENT INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 55MPH ONCE IT STOPPED IT WOULD NOT MOVE. ONLY HAS 38500 MI. DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS NEW TORQUE CONVERTER FOR ONLY $1200-$1500 AND IT'S OUT OF WARR. I WENT ONLINE AND FOUND OUT I WAS NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH PROBLEMS. IT'S LESS THAN 3...

Dec 16, 2007 Power Train 52,000 mi

TRANSMISSION BROKE @ 50,000 MILES WITHOUT WARNING. I JUST BOUGHT THIS VAN 8 MONTHS AGO, AND NOW IM MAKING PAYMENTS ON A VAN I CANNOT DRIVE. *TR

Dec 16, 2007 Power Train 52,000 mi

TRANSMISSION BROKE @ 50,000 MILES WITHOUT WARNING. I JUST BOUGHT THIS VAN 8 MONTHS AGO, AND NOW IM MAKING PAYMENTS ON A VAN I CANNOT DRIVE. *TR

Nov 26, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,900 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION. (WHICH I DO EVERY 5K, THIS WAS AT ABOUT 40K). REAR DRIVER BRAKE PADS WERE DOWN TO 10%, ALL OTHERS WERE FINE. WHEN REPLACING PADS, THE MECHANIC FOUND BRAKE FLUID HAD LEAKED INTO THE CALIPER, CAUSING IT TO FAIL. THE CALIPER FAILURE CAUSED...

Nov 26, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,900 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION. (WHICH I DO EVERY 5K, THIS WAS AT ABOUT 40K). REAR DRIVER BRAKE PADS WERE DOWN TO 10%, ALL OTHERS WERE FINE. WHEN REPLACING PADS, THE MECHANIC FOUND BRAKE FLUID HAD LEAKED INTO THE CALIPER, CAUSING IT TO FAIL. THE CALIPER FAILURE CAUSED...

Sep 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,068 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR GRINDING BEGAN BACK BRAKES HAVE HAD VAN MAINTAIN AT DEALERSHIP SINCE GOT NEVER HAD REPORT BRAKES NEED REPLACED AS NOISE INCREASED AT 42,068 MILES TOOK BACK TO DEALERSHIP FOUND BACK BRAKE AND ROTORS NEED REPLACED BUT NOT FRONT BRAKE THIS GOOD THIS IS A FWD VEHICLE FRONT BRAKES ...

Sep 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,068 mi

2005 FORD FREESTAR GRINDING BEGAN BACK BRAKES HAVE HAD VAN MAINTAIN AT DEALERSHIP SINCE GOT NEVER HAD REPORT BRAKES NEED REPLACED AS NOISE INCREASED AT 42,068 MILES TOOK BACK TO DEALERSHIP FOUND BACK BRAKE AND ROTORS NEED REPLACED BUT NOT FRONT BRAKE THIS GOOD THIS IS A FWD VEHICLE FRONT BRAKES ...

Sep 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 28,000 MILES WE HEARD A TERRIBLE SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN AND AFTER VISUAL INSPECTION THE BRAKE PAD ON THE DRIVER'S REAR WAS WORN TO NOTHING. IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE VAN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED US THAT IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND WOULD...

Sep 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 28,000 MILES WE HEARD A TERRIBLE SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF OUR 2005 FORD FREESTAR MINIVAN AND AFTER VISUAL INSPECTION THE BRAKE PAD ON THE DRIVER'S REAR WAS WORN TO NOTHING. IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE VAN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED US THAT IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND WOULD...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

May 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,595 mi

AT APPROX. 33,000 MILES STARTED EXPEIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS- SOFT PEDAL, REQUIRING EXCESS PRESSSURE TO STOP SAFELY. OCCASIONAL INSTANCES OF ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKING BECAUSE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL WERE AT SAME HEIGHT. A NARROW ACCELERATION MISS DROVE ME TO MY SERVICE SHOP WHERE I ASKED ...

Apr 29, 2007 Structure 20,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW FROM THE DEALER IN SEPTEMBER 2005. IN THE WINTER OF 05-06, THE DOORS MALFUNCTIONED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS. WE HAD OVER 3 INSTANCES WHERE THE EXTREME COLD WOULD CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC DOOR FEATURE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOORS RANDOMLY, EVEN WHILE THE CAR WAS IN TRANSIT. THER...

Apr 29, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 500 mi

AFTER READING A COMPLAINT ON YOUR SITE FROM ANOTHER CONCERNED CONSUMER, I WOULD LIKE TO MENTION THE ISSUES THAT ARE RECURRING WITH OUR MINIVAN. OUR AUTOMATIC DOORS DO NOT STOP CLOSING ONCE AN OBJECT IS PLACED IN THEIR WAY. THIS HAS RESULTED IN A NUMBER OF BUMPS, BRUISES, AND SCARES. WE ARE FORCED...

Apr 29, 2007 Structure 20,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW FROM THE DEALER IN SEPTEMBER 2005. IN THE WINTER OF 05-06, THE DOORS MALFUNCTIONED ON REPEATED OCCASIONS. WE HAD OVER 3 INSTANCES WHERE THE EXTREME COLD WOULD CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC DOOR FEATURE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOORS RANDOMLY, EVEN WHILE THE CAR WAS IN TRANSIT. THER...

Apr 29, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 500 mi

AFTER READING A COMPLAINT ON YOUR SITE FROM ANOTHER CONCERNED CONSUMER, I WOULD LIKE TO MENTION THE ISSUES THAT ARE RECURRING WITH OUR MINIVAN. OUR AUTOMATIC DOORS DO NOT STOP CLOSING ONCE AN OBJECT IS PLACED IN THEIR WAY. THIS HAS RESULTED IN A NUMBER OF BUMPS, BRUISES, AND SCARES. WE ARE FORCED...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Jan 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,673 mi

I RETURNED FROM A CROSS COUNTRY TRIP AND HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF MY 2005 FORD FREESTAR. TO INVESTIGATE I REMOVED THE WHEELS AND FOUND THE PASSENGER REAR ROTOR AND DISC PAD WERE METAL TO METAL. I CHECKED THE OTHER WHEELS, THEY SHOWED NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE, PADS STILL HAD A LOT O...

Dec 26, 2006 Electrical System

WHEN ACCELERATING AT ABOUT 1800-2000 RPM, THE TACHOMETER MAKES A NOISE SINCE DAY ONE. *NM

Dec 26, 2006 Electrical System

WHEN ACCELERATING AT ABOUT 1800-2000 RPM, THE TACHOMETER MAKES A NOISE SINCE DAY ONE. *NM

Nov 27, 2006 Steering 38,000 mi

POWER STEERING STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE. ON INSPECTION, POWER STEERING FLUID CONTAINER WAS BONE DRY. FILLED IT UP. THE NEXT DAY, THE SAME THING. HAVE BEEN HAVING TO REFILL EVERY 3 TO 5 DAYS. PUMP IS WORKING. CANNOT DETERMINE WHERE LEAK IS. *JB

Nov 27, 2006 Steering 38,000 mi

POWER STEERING STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE. ON INSPECTION, POWER STEERING FLUID CONTAINER WAS BONE DRY. FILLED IT UP. THE NEXT DAY, THE SAME THING. HAVE BEEN HAVING TO REFILL EVERY 3 TO 5 DAYS. PUMP IS WORKING. CANNOT DETERMINE WHERE LEAK IS. *JB

Nov 14, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 9,200 mi

REPEATED SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL..SOMETIMES GOES TO FLOOR ON SUDDEN BRAKING. RANDOM 'SQUEAL AND SQUEAK' FROM FRONT BRAKES. ACCORDING TO SERVICE MGR. AT ORANGE FORD-LINCOLN IN ORANGE, TEXAS, THIS IS COMMON SINCE ASBESTOS WAS REMOVED FROM PADS ABOUT 4 YEARS AGO. VERY IRRITATING AND DANGEROUS. *JB

Nov 14, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 9,200 mi

REPEATED SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL..SOMETIMES GOES TO FLOOR ON SUDDEN BRAKING. RANDOM 'SQUEAL AND SQUEAK' FROM FRONT BRAKES. ACCORDING TO SERVICE MGR. AT ORANGE FORD-LINCOLN IN ORANGE, TEXAS, THIS IS COMMON SINCE ASBESTOS WAS REMOVED FROM PADS ABOUT 4 YEARS AGO. VERY IRRITATING AND DANGEROUS. *JB

Aug 4, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,870 mi

I WAS DRIVING THROUGH A CONSTRUCTION ZONE; LANE SHIFTED ONTO THE SHOULDER. TRAFFIC WAS DENSE, BUT MOVING AT NEAR NORMAL SPEEDS. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME BRAKED ABRUPTLY AS WE HIT THE RUMBLE STRIP. MY VEHICLE SHOOK DRAMATICALLY; AS I TIPPED IN TO ACCELERATE, I DISCOVERED THE VEHICLE HAD DIED (STALLED...

Aug 4, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,870 mi

I WAS DRIVING THROUGH A CONSTRUCTION ZONE; LANE SHIFTED ONTO THE SHOULDER. TRAFFIC WAS DENSE, BUT MOVING AT NEAR NORMAL SPEEDS. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME BRAKED ABRUPTLY AS WE HIT THE RUMBLE STRIP. MY VEHICLE SHOOK DRAMATICALLY; AS I TIPPED IN TO ACCELERATE, I DISCOVERED THE VEHICLE HAD DIED (STALLED...

May 25, 2006 Seat Belts Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHICLE. THERE WERE THREE OCCUPANTS IN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE DRIVER; THE CONTACT WHO WAS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT,...

May 25, 2006 Seats Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHICLE. THERE WERE THREE OCCUPANTS IN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE DRIVER; THE CONTACT WHO WAS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT,...

May 25, 2006 Seat Belts Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHICLE. THERE WERE THREE OCCUPANTS IN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE DRIVER; THE CONTACT WHO WAS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT,...

May 25, 2006 Seats Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 40-45MPH. THIS RESULTED IN THE CONTACT REAR ENDING A VEHICLE. THERE WERE THREE OCCUPANTS IN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE DRIVER; THE CONTACT WHO WAS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT,...

May 8, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,000 mi

WHEN FUEL TANK IS AT OR BELOW 1/4 TANK AND VAN IS PARKED ON A STEEP INCLINE, VEHICLE WILL NOT START UNTIL IT IS PLACED ON A LEVEL SURFACE. *JB

May 8, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,000 mi

WHEN FUEL TANK IS AT OR BELOW 1/4 TANK AND VAN IS PARKED ON A STEEP INCLINE, VEHICLE WILL NOT START UNTIL IT IS PLACED ON A LEVEL SURFACE. *JB

Mar 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,186 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PUSHED HARD GOES TO THE FLOOR. BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PRESSED NORMAL HAS A SPONGY FEEL TO IT. ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK END OF A CAR THAT WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN BECAUSE I WAS EXPECTING THE VEHICLE TO STOP WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED UNTIL I PRESSED THE BRAKE PED...

Mar 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,186 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PUSHED HARD GOES TO THE FLOOR. BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PRESSED NORMAL HAS A SPONGY FEEL TO IT. ALMOST RAN INTO THE BACK END OF A CAR THAT WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN BECAUSE I WAS EXPECTING THE VEHICLE TO STOP WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED UNTIL I PRESSED THE BRAKE PED...

Feb 7, 2006 Air Bags 2,800 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT INDICATING THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT STAYED ON. DEALERSHIP SUGGESTED THAT THE LIGHT COULD COME ON IF I WERE USING AN AFTERMARKET CELL PHONE CHARGER WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. FORD ISSUED AN ALERT TO DEALERSHIPS THAT STATED SAME. I WAS MADE TO GO OUT AND BUY...

Feb 7, 2006 Air Bags 2,800 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT INDICATING THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT STAYED ON. DEALERSHIP SUGGESTED THAT THE LIGHT COULD COME ON IF I WERE USING AN AFTERMARKET CELL PHONE CHARGER WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. FORD ISSUED AN ALERT TO DEALERSHIPS THAT STATED SAME. I WAS MADE TO GO OUT AND BUY...

Feb 2, 2006 Suspension 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS AT 55 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED. THE WIPERS PERMANENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE. UPDATED 2/24/20...

Feb 2, 2006 Visibility 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS AT 55 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED. THE WIPERS PERMANENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE. UPDATED 2/24/20...

Feb 2, 2006 Suspension 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS AT 55 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED. THE WIPERS PERMANENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE. UPDATED 2/24/20...

Feb 2, 2006 Visibility 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS AT 55 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED. THE WIPERS PERMANENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS DEFECTIVE. UPDATED 2/24/20...

Jan 15, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 26,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR USED WITH 25000 MILES ON IT. THREE WEEKS LATER THE GAS CAP LIGHT CAME ON A DAY AFTER THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN THE VAN WAS LOOKED AT THE CHARCOAL CANISTER WAS CRACKED IN THE FRONT. I WAS TOLD SOMETHING HIT IT AND IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. HE SHOWED IT T...

Jan 15, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 26,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2005 FORD FREESTAR USED WITH 25000 MILES ON IT. THREE WEEKS LATER THE GAS CAP LIGHT CAME ON A DAY AFTER THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN THE VAN WAS LOOKED AT THE CHARCOAL CANISTER WAS CRACKED IN THE FRONT. I WAS TOLD SOMETHING HIT IT AND IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. HE SHOWED IT T...

Aug 8, 2005 Suspension 30 mi

DT: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT VIBRATION PROBLEMS. THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND VEHICLE SHUTTERED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THREE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING IT. THE DEALERSHIP KEPT THE CAR FOR 5 DAYS AND COULD NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THE DEALER CHANGED THE ROTORS TWIC...

Aug 8, 2005 Tires 30 mi

DT: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT VIBRATION PROBLEMS. THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND VEHICLE SHUTTERED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THREE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING IT. THE DEALERSHIP KEPT THE CAR FOR 5 DAYS AND COULD NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THE DEALER CHANGED THE ROTORS TWIC...

Aug 8, 2005 Suspension 30 mi

DT: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT VIBRATION PROBLEMS. THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND VEHICLE SHUTTERED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THREE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING IT. THE DEALERSHIP KEPT THE CAR FOR 5 DAYS AND COULD NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THE DEALER CHANGED THE ROTORS TWIC...

Aug 8, 2005 Tires 30 mi

DT: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT VIBRATION PROBLEMS. THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND VEHICLE SHUTTERED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THREE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING IT. THE DEALERSHIP KEPT THE CAR FOR 5 DAYS AND COULD NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THE DEALER CHANGED THE ROTORS TWIC...

Jul 18, 2005 Seats

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FORRESTER. SHE IS RENTING THIS VAN, AND WHILE SHE WAS BENDING DOWN IN THE MIDDLE SEAT IN THE MIDDLE ROW SHE ALMOST GOT HER HEAD CRUSHED WHEN SHE MOVED THE LATCH. THE BACK SUPPORT CAME TUMBLING DOWN AND HER HEAD GOT CAUGHT IN BETWEEN. THIS COULD BE CONSIDERED A SA...

Jul 18, 2005 Seats

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD FORRESTER. SHE IS RENTING THIS VAN, AND WHILE SHE WAS BENDING DOWN IN THE MIDDLE SEAT IN THE MIDDLE ROW SHE ALMOST GOT HER HEAD CRUSHED WHEN SHE MOVED THE LATCH. THE BACK SUPPORT CAME TUMBLING DOWN AND HER HEAD GOT CAUGHT IN BETWEEN. THIS COULD BE CONSIDERED A SA...

Jul 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 176 mi

UNDER NORMAL BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS EQUAL TO GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. UNDER HEAVY BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS BELOW GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. THIS MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE UNDER BRAKING. UPDATED 11/28/2005 - *NM

Jul 15, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 176 mi

UNDER NORMAL BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS EQUAL TO GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. UNDER HEAVY BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS BELOW GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. THIS MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE UNDER BRAKING. UPDATED 11/28/2005 - *NM

Jul 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 176 mi

UNDER NORMAL BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS EQUAL TO GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. UNDER HEAVY BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS BELOW GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. THIS MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE UNDER BRAKING. UPDATED 11/28/2005 - *NM

Jul 15, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 176 mi

UNDER NORMAL BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS EQUAL TO GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. UNDER HEAVY BRAKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL HEIGHT IS BELOW GAS PEDAL HEIGHT. THIS MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE UNDER BRAKING. UPDATED 11/28/2005 - *NM

Jul 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 300 mi

DT: ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO THE BRAKES FAILED. WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IT SIMPLY WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. IT DID SLOW DOWN BUT AS DRIVER PROGRESSED THE BRAKE SHOE HUNG TO THE ROTOR AND MADE A CLICKING SOUND AS THOUGH THEY WERE STILL APPLIED. AFTERWARDS CONSUMER CONTACTED DEA...

Jul 12, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 300 mi

DT: ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO THE BRAKES FAILED. WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IT SIMPLY WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. IT DID SLOW DOWN BUT AS DRIVER PROGRESSED THE BRAKE SHOE HUNG TO THE ROTOR AND MADE A CLICKING SOUND AS THOUGH THEY WERE STILL APPLIED. AFTERWARDS CONSUMER CONTACTED DEA...

Apr 6, 2005 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT BEAM PATTERN IS TERRIBLE. NO SEEING DISTANCE ON LOW BEAM AND THE HIGH BEAM PATTERN HAS A LARGE AMOUNT OF LIGHT RIGHT DOWN IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, WHERE IT DOES NO GOOD.*AK

Apr 6, 2005 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT BEAM PATTERN IS TERRIBLE. NO SEEING DISTANCE ON LOW BEAM AND THE HIGH BEAM PATTERN HAS A LARGE AMOUNT OF LIGHT RIGHT DOWN IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, WHERE IT DOES NO GOOD.*AK

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension

SUSPENSION SHOOK AT 60 MPH, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY OWNER.*AK THE VEHICLE VIBRATES AND SHAKES AFTER HITTING BUMPS. VIBRATION CAUSES HEAD RESTS TO EXTEND AT TIMES. *TC

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension

SUSPENSION SHOOK AT 60 MPH, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY OWNER.*AK THE VEHICLE VIBRATES AND SHAKES AFTER HITTING BUMPS. VIBRATION CAUSES HEAD RESTS TO EXTEND AT TIMES. *TC

Feb 22, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN ABOUT A FOOT, AND IT WILL STICK. THE BRAKES ARE LIKE SPONGES. CONSUMER STATES HE HAS TO COMPLETELY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WILL STOP. CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD THREE TIMES FOR THESE ISSUES. *AK

Feb 22, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN ABOUT A FOOT, AND IT WILL STICK. THE BRAKES ARE LIKE SPONGES. CONSUMER STATES HE HAS TO COMPLETELY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WILL STOP. CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD THREE TIMES FOR THESE ISSUES. *AK

Feb 22, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN ABOUT A FOOT, AND IT WILL STICK. THE BRAKES ARE LIKE SPONGES. CONSUMER STATES HE HAS TO COMPLETELY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WILL STOP. CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD THREE TIMES FOR THESE ISSUES. *AK

Feb 22, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN ABOUT A FOOT, AND IT WILL STICK. THE BRAKES ARE LIKE SPONGES. CONSUMER STATES HE HAS TO COMPLETELY DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WILL STOP. CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD THREE TIMES FOR THESE ISSUES. *AK

Jan 16, 2005 Structure 304 mi

3 YEAR OLD CHILD WAS GETTING OUT OF FREESTAR AND LEANED INTO THE SWITCH TO CLOSE THE DOOR; DOOR BEGAN TO CLOSE ON CHILD. AS I WAS REACHING IN THE DOOR I WAS KNOCKED DOWN AND THE DOOR CONTINUED TO CLOSE ON MY BODY BRUISING MY SHOULDER AND HIP AREA. I HAD TO USE ALL MY STRENGTH TO PUSH THE DOOR BACK. ...

Jan 16, 2005 Structure 304 mi

3 YEAR OLD CHILD WAS GETTING OUT OF FREESTAR AND LEANED INTO THE SWITCH TO CLOSE THE DOOR; DOOR BEGAN TO CLOSE ON CHILD. AS I WAS REACHING IN THE DOOR I WAS KNOCKED DOWN AND THE DOOR CONTINUED TO CLOSE ON MY BODY BRUISING MY SHOULDER AND HIP AREA. I HAD TO USE ALL MY STRENGTH TO PUSH THE DOOR BACK. ...

Jan 4, 2005 Fuel System, Other 5,200 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHEN VEHICLE IS RUNNING EXCESSIVELY, AND THERE ARE EXCESSIVE FUEL LEAKS. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THE VEHICLE WILL CATCH ON FIRE. *AK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE CONSUMER NOTICED A SMELL OF FUEL. THE CONSUMER FOUND A LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK ONTO THE E...

Jan 4, 2005 Fuel System, Other 5,200 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHEN VEHICLE IS RUNNING EXCESSIVELY, AND THERE ARE EXCESSIVE FUEL LEAKS. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THE VEHICLE WILL CATCH ON FIRE. *AK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE CONSUMER NOTICED A SMELL OF FUEL. THE CONSUMER FOUND A LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK ONTO THE E...