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Apr 4, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE EXCESSIVELY. THE FAILURE WOULD RESET ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Apr 4, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE EXCESSIVELY. THE FAILURE WOULD RESET ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Mar 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK . THE CONTACT THEN NOTICED THAT THE RPMS DID NOT RETURN TO IDLE. THE CONTACT SAW THAT THE CABLE THAT WAS CONNECTED TO THE THROTTLE AND CRUISE CONTROL WAS OUT OF PLACE AND THE C...

Mar 13, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK . THE CONTACT THEN NOTICED THAT THE RPMS DID NOT RETURN TO IDLE. THE CONTACT SAW THAT THE CABLE THAT WAS CONNECTED TO THE THROTTLE AND CRUISE CONTROL WAS OUT OF PLACE AND THE C...

Apr 19, 2006 Structure 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Visibility 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Suspension 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Structure 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Visibility 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 19, 2006 Suspension 75,000 mi

CONSUMER'S 1988 FORD TAURUS WAS DELIVERED WITH RUST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR FENDER. *TS THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES, WIPER MOTOR, BODY MOUNTS AND STRUTS. *NM

Apr 7, 2006 Structure

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED AND THE ROTORS BECAME CORRODED AS A RESULT OF SODIUM BUILD UP. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN CONSULTED, AND AGREED TAHT THIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 CONCERNING THE SUB FRAME MEMBERS, AND REC...

Apr 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED AND THE ROTORS BECAME CORRODED AS A RESULT OF SODIUM BUILD UP. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN CONSULTED, AND AGREED TAHT THIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 CONCERNING THE SUB FRAME MEMBERS, AND REC...

Apr 7, 2006 Structure

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED AND THE ROTORS BECAME CORRODED AS A RESULT OF SODIUM BUILD UP. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN CONSULTED, AND AGREED TAHT THIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 CONCERNING THE SUB FRAME MEMBERS, AND REC...

Apr 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED AND THE ROTORS BECAME CORRODED AS A RESULT OF SODIUM BUILD UP. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN CONSULTED, AND AGREED TAHT THIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 CONCERNING THE SUB FRAME MEMBERS, AND REC...

Jul 13, 2004 Exterior Lighting Fire

WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT RIGHT HEADLIGHT. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. CONSUMER DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE POLICE IN POUND. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. ...

Jul 13, 2004 Exterior Lighting Fire

WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT RIGHT HEADLIGHT. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. CONSUMER DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE POLICE IN POUND. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. ...

May 11, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Electrical System

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Equipment

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Equipment

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Tires

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Electrical System

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Equipment

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A FUEL LINE PROBLEM. *AK THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE IDLE, MILEAGE PER HOUR, THE A/C, THICKNESS IN THE FUEL, AND THE IGNITION. (REFER TO: ODI# 10073942) *SC THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB

May 11, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Equipment

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Tires

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

May 11, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FUEL LINE. *MR CONSUMER WAITING FOR SETTLEMENT ON REPAIRS MADE ON FUEL PUMP, ENGINE MOUNTS, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER, MASTER CYLINDER, AIR CONDITIONER, MANIFOLD, TIRES, AND TRANSMISSION. *LA

Aug 21, 2003 Visibility 157,925 mi

1988 FORD TAURUS GL 3.0L V-6. HEATER CORE FAILED DURING WINTER MONTH WITH TEMPS IN THE 30-40 DEGREE F RANGE. WINDSHIELD AND ALL OTHER WINDOWS FOGGED OVER AND ELIMINATED VISIBILITY INSTANTLY. THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AT NIGHT AT APPROX 9:30 PM. ATTEMPTS AT USING A PAPER TOWEL WHICH WAS HANDY WAS TO NO A...

Aug 21, 2003 Visibility 157,925 mi

1988 FORD TAURUS GL 3.0L V-6. HEATER CORE FAILED DURING WINTER MONTH WITH TEMPS IN THE 30-40 DEGREE F RANGE. WINDSHIELD AND ALL OTHER WINDOWS FOGGED OVER AND ELIMINATED VISIBILITY INSTANTLY. THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AT NIGHT AT APPROX 9:30 PM. ATTEMPTS AT USING A PAPER TOWEL WHICH WAS HANDY WAS TO NO A...

Aug 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE WHICH RESULTED IN A BLOWN ENGINE HEAD GASKET. *PH

Aug 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE WHICH RESULTED IN A BLOWN ENGINE HEAD GASKET. *PH

Jul 2, 2003 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH DID NOT WORKING PROPERLY. IT WAS HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE TURNED ON, AND WHEN THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE STARTED, THE DASH LIGHTS DID NOT COME ON. THE CONSUMER HAD TO PLAY WITH THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION TO GET THE DASH LIGHTS TO COME ON. *PH *JB *CB

Jul 2, 2003 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH DID NOT WORKING PROPERLY. IT WAS HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE TURNED ON, AND WHEN THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE STARTED, THE DASH LIGHTS DID NOT COME ON. THE CONSUMER HAD TO PLAY WITH THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION TO GET THE DASH LIGHTS TO COME ON. *PH *JB *CB

May 12, 2003 Electrical System 79,000 mi

WHEN I TRY TO TURN ON THE VEHICLE THE IGNITION SWITCH IS HARD TO TURN ON THEN WHEN IT IS TURNED ON THE DASH DOESN'T LIGHT UP, AND THE WHOLE CAR IS DIGITAL. I HAVE TO PLAY WITH THE SWITCH AND TRY AND TURN THE KEY A LITTLE BACKWARDS TO GET THE DASH TO LIGHT UP. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ALMOST A YEAR...

May 12, 2003 Electrical System 79,000 mi

WHEN I TRY TO TURN ON THE VEHICLE THE IGNITION SWITCH IS HARD TO TURN ON THEN WHEN IT IS TURNED ON THE DASH DOESN'T LIGHT UP, AND THE WHOLE CAR IS DIGITAL. I HAVE TO PLAY WITH THE SWITCH AND TRY AND TURN THE KEY A LITTLE BACKWARDS TO GET THE DASH TO LIGHT UP. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ALMOST A YEAR...

Dec 29, 2002 Seats Fire 199,134 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE: 1988 FORD TAURUS, VIN NO. [XXX] THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING INSULATION BECOME ABRADED,OR PUNCTURED, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OCCURRED THAT RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL. AT THE TIME OF THE FIRE, THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED IN THE SERVICE DEPT. OF...

Dec 29, 2002 Seats Fire 199,134 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE: 1988 FORD TAURUS, VIN NO. [XXX] THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING INSULATION BECOME ABRADED,OR PUNCTURED, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OCCURRED THAT RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL. AT THE TIME OF THE FIRE, THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED IN THE SERVICE DEPT. OF...

Dec 29, 2002 Seats Fire 199,134 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE: 1988 FORD TAURUS, VIN NO. [XXX] THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING INSULATION BECOME ABRADED,OR PUNCTURED, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OCCURRED THAT RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL. AT THE TIME OF THE FIRE, THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED IN THE SERVICE DEPT. OF...

Dec 29, 2002 Seats Fire 199,134 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE: 1988 FORD TAURUS, VIN NO. [XXX] THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING INSULATION BECOME ABRADED,OR PUNCTURED, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OCCURRED THAT RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE SEAT CUSHION MATERIAL. AT THE TIME OF THE FIRE, THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED IN THE SERVICE DEPT. OF...

Aug 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

SUB FRAME BOLTS BROKE MOTOR MOUNTS ON ENGINE AND BOOT ON STEERING---BOLTS WERE DEFECT ALL FOUR BOLTS---PUT STRESS/STRAIN ON ENGINE/STEERING

Aug 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

SUB FRAME BOLTS BROKE MOTOR MOUNTS ON ENGINE AND BOOT ON STEERING---BOLTS WERE DEFECT ALL FOUR BOLTS---PUT STRESS/STRAIN ON ENGINE/STEERING

Aug 8, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES WHEN THE ENGINE IS FIRST STARTED, EITHER HOT OR COLD, THE REVOLUTIONS ARE HIGH AND A WAIT IS REQUIRED TO AVOID HARSH SHIFTS (ALSO WASTES FUEL). SOMETIMES THE REVOLUTIONS NEVER SETTLE DOWN TO AN IDLE SPEED AND BRAKING IS REQUIRED TO KEEP THE VEHICLE FROM GOING OVER THE SPEED LIMIT. ...

Aug 8, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES WHEN THE ENGINE IS FIRST STARTED, EITHER HOT OR COLD, THE REVOLUTIONS ARE HIGH AND A WAIT IS REQUIRED TO AVOID HARSH SHIFTS (ALSO WASTES FUEL). SOMETIMES THE REVOLUTIONS NEVER SETTLE DOWN TO AN IDLE SPEED AND BRAKING IS REQUIRED TO KEEP THE VEHICLE FROM GOING OVER THE SPEED LIMIT. ...

Apr 11, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Structure

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Visibility

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Structure

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Visibility

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Apr 11, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY, CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. ENGINE PULLED AWAY FROM MAIN FRAME DUE TO DEFECTIVE BOLTS. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING BOOT HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SUB FRAME FAILURE, OTHER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICL...

Mar 6, 2002 Structure

RECALL 98 V 323 000/SUBFRAME CORROSION: WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH SUBFRAME DETACHED FROM BODY MOUNT AND CAUSED LOSS OF STEERING. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *TT

Mar 6, 2002 Structure

RECALL 98 V 323 000/SUBFRAME CORROSION: WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH SUBFRAME DETACHED FROM BODY MOUNT AND CAUSED LOSS OF STEERING. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *TT

Jan 28, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 55 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. DRIVER PUSHED ON ACCELERATOR, BUT AUTOMOBILE CONTINUED TO SHUT DOWN. REACHING SIDE OF ROAD, AND USING BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR, CONSUMER COULD RESTART VEHICLE BY PLACING IT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK. CONSUMER HAS NOT YET HAD AN ACCIDENT. ...

Jan 28, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 55 MPH VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. DRIVER PUSHED ON ACCELERATOR, BUT AUTOMOBILE CONTINUED TO SHUT DOWN. REACHING SIDE OF ROAD, AND USING BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR, CONSUMER COULD RESTART VEHICLE BY PLACING IT IN NEUTRAL OR PARK. CONSUMER HAS NOT YET HAD AN ACCIDENT. ...

Jan 13, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 13, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 27, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 27, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jun 20, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER LOST TOTAL ELECTRIC POWER TO SPARK PLUGS WITH NO PRIOR WARNING. MOTOR STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER TO VEHICLE. IGNITION SWITCH HAS MELTED DOWN. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER KEPT PUTTING VEHICLE ON MACHINES, BUT HAS NOT SOLVED PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Jun 20, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER LOST TOTAL ELECTRIC POWER TO SPARK PLUGS WITH NO PRIOR WARNING. MOTOR STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER TO VEHICLE. IGNITION SWITCH HAS MELTED DOWN. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER KEPT PUTTING VEHICLE ON MACHINES, BUT HAS NOT SOLVED PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Jun 20, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER LOST TOTAL ELECTRIC POWER TO SPARK PLUGS WITH NO PRIOR WARNING. MOTOR STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER TO VEHICLE. IGNITION SWITCH HAS MELTED DOWN. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER KEPT PUTTING VEHICLE ON MACHINES, BUT HAS NOT SOLVED PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Jun 20, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER LOST TOTAL ELECTRIC POWER TO SPARK PLUGS WITH NO PRIOR WARNING. MOTOR STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER TO VEHICLE. IGNITION SWITCH HAS MELTED DOWN. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER KEPT PUTTING VEHICLE ON MACHINES, BUT HAS NOT SOLVED PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Apr 23, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER CAME TO A START, ENTERED INTO INTERSECTION AND VEHICLE STALLED. ONCE ENGINE COOLS DOWN, IT WILL START BACK UP. CONSUMER IS AWARE OF A CLASS ACTION SUIT. *AK

Apr 23, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER CAME TO A START, ENTERED INTO INTERSECTION AND VEHICLE STALLED. ONCE ENGINE COOLS DOWN, IT WILL START BACK UP. CONSUMER IS AWARE OF A CLASS ACTION SUIT. *AK

Apr 16, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE AND IT MADE NOISES. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 16, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE AND IT MADE NOISES. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

RUBBER MOUNTS DETERIORATED, CAUSING THEM TO CRACK IN HALF, DEALER REPLACED. *SLC

Apr 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

RUBBER MOUNTS DETERIORATED, CAUSING THEM TO CRACK IN HALF, DEALER REPLACED. *SLC

Apr 9, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 9, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 7, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER IS EXPERIENCING ERRATIC OPERATION OF IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. VEHICLE WILL EITHER NOT START OR CUTS OFF DURING OPERATION. *AK DEALER FIRST REPLACED STARTER ASSEMBLY AND THEN LATER DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. *SLC

Mar 7, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER IS EXPERIENCING ERRATIC OPERATION OF IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. VEHICLE WILL EITHER NOT START OR CUTS OFF DURING OPERATION. *AK DEALER FIRST REPLACED STARTER ASSEMBLY AND THEN LATER DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. *SLC

Feb 1, 2001 Visibility

WHEN THE HEATER CORE FAILS IN COLD TEMPERATURES, LARGE VOLUMES OF STEAM FROM THE SUPERHEATED COOLING FLUID IS RELEASED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING ALL WINDOWS TO FOG WITHIN 5 TO 10 SECONDS RENDERING THE DRIVER BLIND ON THE HIGHWAY. OPENING THE WINDOWS AND SHUTTING OFF THE HEATER IS NOT A ...

Feb 1, 2001 Visibility

WHEN THE HEATER CORE FAILS IN COLD TEMPERATURES, LARGE VOLUMES OF STEAM FROM THE SUPERHEATED COOLING FLUID IS RELEASED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING ALL WINDOWS TO FOG WITHIN 5 TO 10 SECONDS RENDERING THE DRIVER BLIND ON THE HIGHWAY. OPENING THE WINDOWS AND SHUTTING OFF THE HEATER IS NOT A ...

Jan 8, 2001 Suspension

STRUT ROD LOCATED BETWEEN LOWER CONTROL ARM AND FRONT OF SUBFRAME UNDER RADIATOR ON ONE SIDE, CAUSING ROD TO MOVE A HALF INCH. DEALER / MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK THE MOUNT IN THE FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE STRUT ROD TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH AND WORE OUT THE BUSHINGS. *YH

Jan 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

STRUT ROD LOCATED BETWEEN LOWER CONTROL ARM AND FRONT OF SUBFRAME UNDER RADIATOR ON ONE SIDE, CAUSING ROD TO MOVE A HALF INCH. DEALER / MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK THE MOUNT IN THE FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE STRUT ROD TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH AND WORE OUT THE BUSHINGS. *YH

Jan 8, 2001 Suspension

STRUT ROD LOCATED BETWEEN LOWER CONTROL ARM AND FRONT OF SUBFRAME UNDER RADIATOR ON ONE SIDE, CAUSING ROD TO MOVE A HALF INCH. DEALER / MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK THE MOUNT IN THE FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE STRUT ROD TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH AND WORE OUT THE BUSHINGS. *YH

Jan 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

STRUT ROD LOCATED BETWEEN LOWER CONTROL ARM AND FRONT OF SUBFRAME UNDER RADIATOR ON ONE SIDE, CAUSING ROD TO MOVE A HALF INCH. DEALER / MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK THE MOUNT IN THE FRAME BROKE CAUSING THE STRUT ROD TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH AND WORE OUT THE BUSHINGS. *YH

Jan 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER EXPERIENCED TWO ACCIDENTS DUE TO BRAKE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER EXPERIENCED TWO ACCIDENTS DUE TO BRAKE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE WOULD STALL. DEALER STATED INGNITION MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 11, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE WOULD STALL. DEALER STATED INGNITION MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 30, 2000 Equipment

WHILE USING JACK AS VEHICLE EQUIPMENT SAW A SPLIT ON BODY OF JACK NEAR THE HINGE. THERE ARE CRACKS ON BOTH SIDES OF JACK NEAR THE HINGE. *YH

Nov 30, 2000 Equipment

WHILE USING JACK AS VEHICLE EQUIPMENT SAW A SPLIT ON BODY OF JACK NEAR THE HINGE. THERE ARE CRACKS ON BOTH SIDES OF JACK NEAR THE HINGE. *YH

Nov 1, 2000 Electrical System Fire

I WAS DRIVING LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE WHEN CAR CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED. *AK

Nov 1, 2000 Electrical System Fire

I WAS DRIVING LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE WHEN CAR CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED. *AK

Oct 29, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOR THE LAST YEAR MY CAR HAS BEEN DYING FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHEN I DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND SPENT A LOT OF MONEY TO HAVE SEVERAL THINGS REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTS TO THE POINT THAT I CAN'T ALLOW MY WIFE TO DRIVE IT BECAUSE IT'S UNSAFE, IT CAN DIE AT ANY TIM...

Oct 29, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOR THE LAST YEAR MY CAR HAS BEEN DYING FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHEN I DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND SPENT A LOT OF MONEY TO HAVE SEVERAL THINGS REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTS TO THE POINT THAT I CAN'T ALLOW MY WIFE TO DRIVE IT BECAUSE IT'S UNSAFE, IT CAN DIE AT ANY TIM...

Oct 24, 2000 Structure

THE ENGINE CRADLE SUPPORT BUSHINGS HAVE CORRODED, NOW THE A PIECE OF THE STEEL FRAME IS HANGING DOWN, MY EXHAUST MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED AS WELL AS THE RACK & PINION. I LOST ALL STEERING WHEN THIS INCIDENT OCCURED. ONE WHEEL IS TURNED INWARD AND THE OTHER IS STRAIGHT, THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A SERIOUS/DE...

Oct 24, 2000 Structure

THE ENGINE CRADLE SUPPORT BUSHINGS HAVE CORRODED, NOW THE A PIECE OF THE STEEL FRAME IS HANGING DOWN, MY EXHAUST MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED AS WELL AS THE RACK & PINION. I LOST ALL STEERING WHEN THIS INCIDENT OCCURED. ONE WHEEL IS TURNED INWARD AND THE OTHER IS STRAIGHT, THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A SERIOUS/DE...

Oct 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

2:30 IN THE AFTERNOON ON SEPT 20TH..I HAD BEEN DRIVING MY TAURUS AROUND TOWN,BURIEN WA. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35 TO 40 MPH. AND I WAS 4 BLOCKS FROM HOME WHEN MY CAR WENT DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. NO WARNING SIGNS..NOTHING..JUST CAME TO A DEAD HALT..I LOOKED DOWN AT THE GAGES AND I NOTOCED MY C...

Oct 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

2:30 IN THE AFTERNOON ON SEPT 20TH..I HAD BEEN DRIVING MY TAURUS AROUND TOWN,BURIEN WA. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35 TO 40 MPH. AND I WAS 4 BLOCKS FROM HOME WHEN MY CAR WENT DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. NO WARNING SIGNS..NOTHING..JUST CAME TO A DEAD HALT..I LOOKED DOWN AT THE GAGES AND I NOTOCED MY C...

Oct 13, 2000 Electrical System

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, ENGINE WOULD ACT AS IF RUNNING OUT OF GAS - ENGINE WOULD QUIT, AND THEN COME BACK ON WITHOUT WARNING. ENGINE DID NOT NEED TO BE RESTARTED, BUT WOULD CUT OUT AS DESCRIBED AND THIS CONDITION WOULD CLEAR ON ITS OWN. EVENTUALLY, THE ENGINE WOULD "SKIP" AT ANY SPE...

Oct 13, 2000 Electrical System 176,000 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ENGINE WOULD ACT AS IF IT WERE RUNNING OUT OF GAS, ENGINE WOULD QUIT. AND THEN CAME BACK WITHOUT WARNING. ENGINE DID NOT NEED TO BE RESTARTED RIGHT AWAY BUT WOULD CUT OUT AS DESCRIBED AND THIS CONDITION WOULD CLEAR ON IT'S OWN. EVENTUALLY THE ENGINE WOU...

Oct 13, 2000 Electrical System

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, ENGINE WOULD ACT AS IF RUNNING OUT OF GAS - ENGINE WOULD QUIT, AND THEN COME BACK ON WITHOUT WARNING. ENGINE DID NOT NEED TO BE RESTARTED, BUT WOULD CUT OUT AS DESCRIBED AND THIS CONDITION WOULD CLEAR ON ITS OWN. EVENTUALLY, THE ENGINE WOULD "SKIP" AT ANY SPE...

Oct 13, 2000 Electrical System 176,000 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ENGINE WOULD ACT AS IF IT WERE RUNNING OUT OF GAS, ENGINE WOULD QUIT. AND THEN CAME BACK WITHOUT WARNING. ENGINE DID NOT NEED TO BE RESTARTED RIGHT AWAY BUT WOULD CUT OUT AS DESCRIBED AND THIS CONDITION WOULD CLEAR ON IT'S OWN. EVENTUALLY THE ENGINE WOU...

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE AT AN INTERSECTION, AND GIVING CAR GAS IT WILL SEVERELY HESITATE, THEN POP AND BACKFIRE, THEN IT WILL GO. TOOK TO FORD FOR A TUNE UP, AND PROBLEM GOT WORSE. TFI MODULE WAS NOT REPLACED.*AK

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATED. REPLACED ONCE IN EARLY 1990'S. PROBLEM REAPPEARED ABOUT FIVE YEARS AGO. REPAIR SHOP CANNOT FIX THE PROBLEM. RECALL IN CALIFORNIA SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO ENTIRE COUNTRY.

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE AT AN INTERSECTION, AND GIVING CAR GAS IT WILL SEVERELY HESITATE, THEN POP AND BACKFIRE, THEN IT WILL GO. TOOK TO FORD FOR A TUNE UP, AND PROBLEM GOT WORSE. TFI MODULE WAS NOT REPLACED.*AK

Oct 12, 2000 Electrical System

CAR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATED. REPLACED ONCE IN EARLY 1990'S. PROBLEM REAPPEARED ABOUT FIVE YEARS AGO. REPAIR SHOP CANNOT FIX THE PROBLEM. RECALL IN CALIFORNIA SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO ENTIRE COUNTRY.

Oct 11, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH VEHICLE WILL COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN WITHOUT WARNING DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN IGINTION MODULE. *AK *SLC

Oct 11, 2000 Power Train

MECHANIC STATED THAT BAD MOTORS MOUNTS OR BAD CYLINDER IN THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHUDDER THEN LUNGE FORWARD WHEN DECELERATING THEN ACCELERATING SUCH AS IN A TURN. *ET

Oct 11, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MECHANIC STATED THAT BAD MOTORS MOUNTS OR BAD CYLINDER IN THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHUDDER THEN LUNGE FORWARD WHEN DECELERATING THEN ACCELERATING SUCH AS IN A TURN. *ET

Oct 11, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH VEHICLE WILL COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN WITHOUT WARNING DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN IGINTION MODULE. *AK *SLC

Oct 11, 2000 Power Train

MECHANIC STATED THAT BAD MOTORS MOUNTS OR BAD CYLINDER IN THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHUDDER THEN LUNGE FORWARD WHEN DECELERATING THEN ACCELERATING SUCH AS IN A TURN. *ET

Oct 11, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MECHANIC STATED THAT BAD MOTORS MOUNTS OR BAD CYLINDER IN THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SHUDDER THEN LUNGE FORWARD WHEN DECELERATING THEN ACCELERATING SUCH AS IN A TURN. *ET

Oct 5, 2000 Electrical System Fire

WIRE FROM STARTER RELAY TO IGNITION SWITCH HAD NO INSULATION OTHER THAN RUBBER CAUSING WIRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND WIRING IN THE DASH TO MELT AND CAUSE A FIRE. *SLC

Oct 5, 2000 Electrical System Fire

WIRE FROM STARTER RELAY TO IGNITION SWITCH HAD NO INSULATION OTHER THAN RUBBER CAUSING WIRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND WIRING IN THE DASH TO MELT AND CAUSE A FIRE. *SLC

Sep 1, 2000 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD 2 IGNITION MODULE FAILURES DURING THE 10 YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED MY 1988 TAURUS. THE FIRST INCIDENT AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES AND THE SECOND AT APPROXIMATELY 105,000 MILES. WHILE THESE FAILURES DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT THEY DID CAUSE A GREAT DEAL OF INCONVENIENCE AND COULD HAVE H...

Sep 1, 2000 Electrical System

I HAVE HAD 2 IGNITION MODULE FAILURES DURING THE 10 YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED MY 1988 TAURUS. THE FIRST INCIDENT AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES AND THE SECOND AT APPROXIMATELY 105,000 MILES. WHILE THESE FAILURES DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT THEY DID CAUSE A GREAT DEAL OF INCONVENIENCE AND COULD HAVE H...

Aug 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. WE HAVE LIMITED OUR USE OF THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WITH IT STALLING UNEXPECTANTLY DURING TRIPS OF ANY LONG DURATION. THE CAR IS USED ONLY ON VERY SHORT TRIPS OF LESS THAN 10 MILES. CAR HAS STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC NUMEROUS TIMES AND HAD TO BE PUSHED TO...

Aug 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. WE HAVE LIMITED OUR USE OF THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WITH IT STALLING UNEXPECTANTLY DURING TRIPS OF ANY LONG DURATION. THE CAR IS USED ONLY ON VERY SHORT TRIPS OF LESS THAN 10 MILES. CAR HAS STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC NUMEROUS TIMES AND HAD TO BE PUSHED TO...

Aug 29, 2000 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. THE HEADLIGHT LENS IN THIS YEAR VEHICLE FROSTS INSIDE THE LENS HOUSING AND BLOCKS ILLUMINATION OF THE ROAD AHEAD. PEOPLE ARE DRIVING THIS MODEL WITHOUT REPLACING THEM DUE TO THE UNACCEPTABLE HIGH PRICE PLACED ON THEM DUE TO THE LACK OF AVAILABILITY AND THE FACT TH...

Aug 29, 2000 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. THE HEADLIGHT LENS IN THIS YEAR VEHICLE FROSTS INSIDE THE LENS HOUSING AND BLOCKS ILLUMINATION OF THE ROAD AHEAD. PEOPLE ARE DRIVING THIS MODEL WITHOUT REPLACING THEM DUE TO THE UNACCEPTABLE HIGH PRICE PLACED ON THEM DUE TO THE LACK OF AVAILABILITY AND THE FACT TH...

Jul 10, 2000 Power Train

CONTACTED FORD VIA WEBSITE WITH NO FEEDBACK AND CONTACTED LOCAL FORD DEALER WITH NEGATIVE FEEDBACK. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jul 10, 2000 Power Train

CONTACTED FORD VIA WEBSITE WITH NO FEEDBACK AND CONTACTED LOCAL FORD DEALER WITH NEGATIVE FEEDBACK. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN SUMMARY. *AK

May 10, 2000 Power Train

KNOWN FAILURE OF ORIGINAL COMPONENT AT LOWER THAN NORMAL LIFE EXPECTANCY. *AK

May 10, 2000 Power Train

KNOWN FAILURE OF ORIGINAL COMPONENT AT LOWER THAN NORMAL LIFE EXPECTANCY. *AK

May 6, 2000 Seat Belts Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

May 6, 2000 Electrical System Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

May 6, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

May 6, 2000 Seat Belts Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

May 6, 2000 Electrical System Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

May 6, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages Fire

SEATBELT BUCKLES JUST CAME APART IN MY HANDS. BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS HAVE NO BUCKLES, BECAUSE OF THIS. REAR WIRING FOR RUNNING LIGHTS, DEVELOPED EXTREME CORROSION AND TAILLIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY BLEW OUT APPROXIMATELY EVERY TWO-THREE DAYS. A SMALL ELECTRICAL BURNOUT OCCURRED BURNING THE PLUGS AND LENSE...

Apr 11, 2000 Structure

NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 98S36 CONCERNING REAR SUBFRAME CORROSION. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Apr 11, 2000 Structure

NHTSA RECALL 98V323000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 98S36 CONCERNING REAR SUBFRAME CORROSION. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TEMPERATURE WENT UP, AND LARGE AMOUNT OF WHITE VAPOR CAME FROM OUT OF TAIL PIPE. DEALER SAID WARRANTY DID NOT EXTEND BACK THAT FOR BECAUSE OF THE YEAR OF VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

TEMPERATURE WENT UP, AND LARGE AMOUNT OF WHITE VAPOR CAME FROM OUT OF TAIL PIPE. DEALER SAID WARRANTY DID NOT EXTEND BACK THAT FOR BECAUSE OF THE YEAR OF VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 8, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THIS CAUSED VEHICLE TO BREAKDOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND HAD TO BE TOWED. CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE 2 WATER PUMPS, RADIATOR, OIL PUMP AND HEAD SEALS IN ADDITION TO ENGINE WORK. *AK *ML

Mar 8, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THIS CAUSED VEHICLE TO BREAKDOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND HAD TO BE TOWED. CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE 2 WATER PUMPS, RADIATOR, OIL PUMP AND HEAD SEALS IN ADDITION TO ENGINE WORK. *AK *ML

Feb 10, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING NOTICED HEATER NOT WORKING. PULLED OVER & TURNED VEHICLE OFF. RESTARTED VEHICLE & HEATER WORKED FINE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. WHEN SIGNAL SWITCH WAS TURNED ON, THE LIGHTS FAILED TO WORK. THE IGNITION NEEDED TO BE JIGGLED BEFORE BEING ABLE TO START VEHICLE. HAS NOT BEEN TO DEALERSH...

Feb 10, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING NOTICED HEATER NOT WORKING. PULLED OVER & TURNED VEHICLE OFF. RESTARTED VEHICLE & HEATER WORKED FINE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. WHEN SIGNAL SWITCH WAS TURNED ON, THE LIGHTS FAILED TO WORK. THE IGNITION NEEDED TO BE JIGGLED BEFORE BEING ABLE TO START VEHICLE. HAS NOT BEEN TO DEALERSH...

Feb 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CHANGING LANES VEHICLE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND CHANGING LANES VEHICLE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 15, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 31, 1999 Structure

THE HANDLES ON THE ALL DOORS HAVE PREMATURELY BROKEN FROM THE OUTSIDE CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

Dec 31, 1999 Structure

THE HANDLES ON THE ALL DOORS HAVE PREMATURELY BROKEN FROM THE OUTSIDE CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

Dec 19, 1999 Power Train

THIS TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REBUILT TWICE IN A 6 MONTH SPAN/I HAVE TALKED TO SEVERAL TRANSMISSION SHOPS AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS TRANSMISSION WAS NOT RIGHT WHEN IT COME OUT OF THE FORD PLANT ,RATHER THAN FIX IT BEFORE IT GOT TO THE SHOWROOM,THEY PUT OUT A SERVICE MEMO TO HAVE IT FIXED AFTER IT TORE UP...

Dec 19, 1999 Power Train

THIS TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REBUILT TWICE IN A 6 MONTH SPAN/I HAVE TALKED TO SEVERAL TRANSMISSION SHOPS AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS TRANSMISSION WAS NOT RIGHT WHEN IT COME OUT OF THE FORD PLANT ,RATHER THAN FIX IT BEFORE IT GOT TO THE SHOWROOM,THEY PUT OUT A SERVICE MEMO TO HAVE IT FIXED AFTER IT TORE UP...

Dec 8, 1999 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE IN HALF, CONSUMER CAN'T DRIVE WITHOUT SEATBELT, IT IS STATE LAW WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURED. *AK *YC

Dec 8, 1999 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE IN HALF, CONSUMER CAN'T DRIVE WITHOUT SEATBELT, IT IS STATE LAW WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURED. *AK *YC

Oct 27, 1999 Structure

RECEIVED RECALL #98V323000. CONTACTED DEALER. TOOK VEHICLE ON DATE GIVEN. THE RECALL FOR SUBFRAME CORROSION MOUNTING PLATE WAS REPAIRED. PICKED VEHICLE UP. THE VEHICLE STILL SHAKES & SHIMMIES UNDERNEATH. THE RECALL REMEDY HAD FAILED. OWNER NOT HAPPY. *AK

Oct 27, 1999 Structure

RECEIVED RECALL #98V323000. CONTACTED DEALER. TOOK VEHICLE ON DATE GIVEN. THE RECALL FOR SUBFRAME CORROSION MOUNTING PLATE WAS REPAIRED. PICKED VEHICLE UP. THE VEHICLE STILL SHAKES & SHIMMIES UNDERNEATH. THE RECALL REMEDY HAD FAILED. OWNER NOT HAPPY. *AK

Oct 7, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HEADLIGHTS, AND THEY STILL DO NOT WORK. *AK

Oct 7, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY ADJUSTED THE HEADLIGHTS, AND THEY STILL DO NOT WORK. *AK

Sep 30, 1999 Structure

RECALL ON REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS. MY CAR HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH ARE IDENTICAL TO THE REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY THE FRONT MOUNTS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE SAME RECALL.

Sep 30, 1999 Structure

RECALL ON REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS. MY CAR HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH ARE IDENTICAL TO THE REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY THE FRONT MOUNTS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE SAME RECALL.

Sep 7, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER REEIVED RECALL LETTER CONCERNING REAR BODY MOUNTS. TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT DEALER REPLACED THE REAR MOUNT BOLTS OR INSTALLED A REINFORCEMENT PLATE OR NUT PLATE . RECALL 93V106001. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 7, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER REEIVED RECALL LETTER CONCERNING REAR BODY MOUNTS. TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT DEALER REPLACED THE REAR MOUNT BOLTS OR INSTALLED A REINFORCEMENT PLATE OR NUT PLATE . RECALL 93V106001. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Power Train

PLANETARY GEAR LOCATED IN TRANSMISSION IS DEFECTIVE, DAMAGING TRANSMISSION. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Power Train

PLANETARY GEAR LOCATED IN TRANSMISSION IS DEFECTIVE, DAMAGING TRANSMISSION. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Electrical System

COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE SIGNAL LIGHTS AND ODOMETER TO FAIL. COULDN'T TELL THE MILEAGE. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY VEHICLE STALLS. WHEN THE CAR OVERHEATS, THE WIRING HARNESS SITUATED BY THE AIR CONDITIONING AND RIGHT REAR OF THE ENGINE COMPARMENT THE CONDENSOR, HEATS UP ALSO.THIS HAPPENS DURING HOT WEATHER. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY VEHICLE STALLS. WHEN THE CAR OVERHEATS, THE WIRING HARNESS SITUATED BY THE AIR CONDITIONING AND RIGHT REAR OF THE ENGINE COMPARMENT THE CONDENSOR, HEATS UP ALSO.THIS HAPPENS DURING HOT WEATHER. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Electrical System

COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE SIGNAL LIGHTS AND ODOMETER TO FAIL. COULDN'T TELL THE MILEAGE. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY VEHICLE STALLS. WHEN THE CAR OVERHEATS, THE WIRING HARNESS SITUATED BY THE AIR CONDITIONING AND RIGHT REAR OF THE ENGINE COMPARMENT THE CONDENSOR, HEATS UP ALSO.THIS HAPPENS DURING HOT WEATHER. *AK

Aug 10, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY VEHICLE STALLS. WHEN THE CAR OVERHEATS, THE WIRING HARNESS SITUATED BY THE AIR CONDITIONING AND RIGHT REAR OF THE ENGINE COMPARMENT THE CONDENSOR, HEATS UP ALSO.THIS HAPPENS DURING HOT WEATHER. *AK

Jul 14, 1999 Seats

DRIVER'S SEAT CLIP FOR THE FRONT ATTACHING BRACKET WAS MISSING CAUSING THE SEAT TO LURCH BACKWARD. MJS

Jul 14, 1999 Seats

DRIVER'S SEAT CLIP FOR THE FRONT ATTACHING BRACKET WAS MISSING CAUSING THE SEAT TO LURCH BACKWARD. MJS

Jul 12, 1999 Structure

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF RECALL (92S61 SUBFRAME MOUNTS), HOWEVER IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL. MJS

Jul 12, 1999 Structure

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF RECALL (92S61 SUBFRAME MOUNTS), HOWEVER IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL. MJS

Jul 8, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Power Train Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Steering

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Exterior Lighting

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Power Train Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

LEMON SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT. FORD WON'T HONOR HERTZ RESALES. AT 31K ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION BLEW; MULTIPLE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, LIST OF DEFECTS WOULD BE TWO PAGES LONG--SOME MAY STEM FROM SEVERE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE BUT CAR WAS ONLY ON EAST COAST FOR 1 YEAR. FORD NONRESPONSIVE. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Steering

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Exterior Lighting

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 8, 1999 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE SERVICE RECORDS DOCUMENTING ALL FAILURES AND I SEE FROM NUMEROUS WEBSITES THAT OTHER TAURUS CUSTOMERS ARE FURIOUS AT MANY PROBLEMS OF THIS CAR. ADVERTISING BY FORD SEEMS ALMOST FRAUDULENT AND BASED ON NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REPORTED TO THEM I BELIEVE THIS CONSTITUTES DELIBERATE FRAUD. THOSE OF U...

Jul 2, 1999 Seats Fire

SPRINGS FROM THE REAR SEAT BROKE THROUGH THE CUSHION & ENTERED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. HAD NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE CSS. HAD TURNED VEHICLE OFF & TOOK CHILD OUT OF SEAT. THE NEXT DAY, TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED. A FIRE HAD OCCURRED UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE CSS WAS LOCA...

Jul 2, 1999 Seats Fire

SPRINGS FROM THE REAR SEAT BROKE THROUGH THE CUSHION & ENTERED THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. HAD NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE CSS. HAD TURNED VEHICLE OFF & TOOK CHILD OUT OF SEAT. THE NEXT DAY, TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED. A FIRE HAD OCCURRED UNDER THE SEAT WHERE THE CSS WAS LOCA...

Jun 20, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING HOSE ARE TO CLOSE TO ENGINE MANIFOLD THREE TIMES THEY MELTED CAUSING FLUID TO BE LOST AND STEERING FAILURE ONE TIME A HOSE BROKE CAUSING A FIRE THE HARNESS HAD TO BE REPAIRED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED TWICE BECAUSE OF FLUID STARVATION THE HOSE WERE PLACED AWAY FROM MAN...

Jun 20, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING HOSE ARE TO CLOSE TO ENGINE MANIFOLD THREE TIMES THEY MELTED CAUSING FLUID TO BE LOST AND STEERING FAILURE ONE TIME A HOSE BROKE CAUSING A FIRE THE HARNESS HAD TO BE REPAIRED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED TWICE BECAUSE OF FLUID STARVATION THE HOSE WERE PLACED AWAY FROM MAN...

Jun 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOUR TIMES WITHIN THE LAST 2 MONTHS WHEN THE WEATHER WAS VERY HOT, VEHICLE STALLED. DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO FIND A REASON FOR THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOUR TIMES WITHIN THE LAST 2 MONTHS WHEN THE WEATHER WAS VERY HOT, VEHICLE STALLED. DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO FIND A REASON FOR THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 9, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR THE SUBFRAME CORROSION RECALL, WHEN SHE TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR CHECK UP, MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNTS WERE MISSING, DEALERSHIP DID NOT TELL CONSUMER HER ENGINE MOUNTS WERE MISSING, WHEN SHE BEGAN TO DRIVE THE ENGINE WAS MOVING AROUND.

Jun 9, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR THE SUBFRAME CORROSION RECALL, WHEN SHE TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR CHECK UP, MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNTS WERE MISSING, DEALERSHIP DID NOT TELL CONSUMER HER ENGINE MOUNTS WERE MISSING, WHEN SHE BEGAN TO DRIVE THE ENGINE WAS MOVING AROUND.

Jun 6, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ANY INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET PROBLEMS RESOLVED WITH THIS CAR WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. INFORMATION REQUEST, NO DAFETY DEFECTS MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jun 6, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ANY INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET PROBLEMS RESOLVED WITH THIS CAR WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. INFORMATION REQUEST, NO DAFETY DEFECTS MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jun 3, 1999 Power Train

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Power Train

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Power Train

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

Jun 3, 1999 Power Train

FORD TAURUS - HISTORY OF MULTIPLE FAILURES EVEN ON THIS INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE. AXLE FAILED TWICE, CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED TWICE (DIFFERENT UNITS), FRONT DRIVE AXLE SUFFERED COMPLETE FAILURE, PLASTIC RADIATOR FATIGUED AT MOUNTING POINT AND CRACKED. I WANTED TO ADD THIS INFO FOR YOUR HISTORICAL RECORDS....

May 27, 1999 Structure

RECALL COMPONENT FAILED PRIOR TO NOTICE RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT. MJS (98V-323)

May 27, 1999 Structure

RECALL COMPONENT FAILED PRIOR TO NOTICE RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT. MJS (98V-323)

May 19, 1999 Electrical System

DEALER PUT WRONG BATTERY, AND BATTERY EXPLODED AND LEFT A BAD ODOR. *AK

May 19, 1999 Electrical System

DEALER PUT WRONG BATTERY, AND BATTERY EXPLODED AND LEFT A BAD ODOR. *AK

May 16, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

May 16, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION OPERATES WITH OUT THE KEY. OCCASIONALLY STOPS WORKING.

May 16, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

May 16, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION OPERATES WITH OUT THE KEY. OCCASIONALLY STOPS WORKING.

May 14, 1999 Electrical System

IE98072, THE DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCH MELTED WHICH MAY HAVE STARTED A FIRE. DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 14, 1999 Electrical System

IE98072, THE DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCH MELTED WHICH MAY HAVE STARTED A FIRE. DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

NEED MANUFACTURER TO CONFIRM EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION FOR US.

May 13, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

NEED MANUFACTURER TO CONFIRM EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION FOR US.

May 6, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN HITTING THE BRAKES THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TOTALLY LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE HAD NO BRAKES. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIET ROAD. THERE WAS NO CRASH. ALSO, BRAKE CALIPERS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 6, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN HITTING THE BRAKES THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TOTALLY LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE HAD NO BRAKES. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIET ROAD. THERE WAS NO CRASH. ALSO, BRAKE CALIPERS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 6, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 6, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 6, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 6, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN HITTING THE BRAKES THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TOTALLY LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE HAD NO BRAKES. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIET ROAD. THERE WAS NO CRASH. ALSO, BRAKE CALIPERS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 6, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN HITTING THE BRAKES THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TOTALLY LOCKED UP, AND VEHICLE HAD NO BRAKES. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIET ROAD. THERE WAS NO CRASH. ALSO, BRAKE CALIPERS AND PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 6, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 6, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 6, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE TFI IGNITION CABLE WHICH BURNED THE COIL, THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DEALER REPLACED THE R&R DRIVE BELTS/SPEED CONTROLCABLE, AND PERFORMED VEHICLE TUNE UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 28, 1999 Structure

RECALL NOTICE NOT RECIEVED FOR SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLE COMPONENTS.

Apr 28, 1999 Structure

RECALL NOTICE NOT RECIEVED FOR SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLE COMPONENTS.

Apr 28, 1999 Structure

RECALL NOTICE NOT RECIEVED FOR SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLE COMPONENTS.

Apr 28, 1999 Structure

RECALL NOTICE NOT RECIEVED FOR SUBFRAME MOUNTS WHICH FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLE COMPONENTS.

Apr 21, 1999 Structure

RECALL FOR THE BODY MOUNTS DID NOT INCLUDED THE 1988 TAURUS WAGON, CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO BE REIMBURSED. (98V-323) MJS.

Apr 21, 1999 Structure

RECALL FOR THE BODY MOUNTS DID NOT INCLUDED THE 1988 TAURUS WAGON, CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO BE REIMBURSED. (98V-323) MJS.

Apr 19, 1999 Electrical System

THE PLUG THAT GOES INTO THE IGINITON SWITCH MELTED, CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. *AK

Apr 19, 1999 Electrical System

THE PLUG THAT GOES INTO THE IGINITON SWITCH MELTED, CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD. *AK

Apr 14, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS DRVING HOME & NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT PICKING UP SPEED. APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL & STILL NOTHING HAPPENED. THERE WAS NO WARNING FOR LACK OF SPEED. VEHICLE WOULD NOT EVEN SHIFT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. *AK

Apr 14, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS DRVING HOME & NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT PICKING UP SPEED. APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL & STILL NOTHING HAPPENED. THERE WAS NO WARNING FOR LACK OF SPEED. VEHICLE WOULD NOT EVEN SHIFT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. *AK

Apr 12, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE RECALL (98V-323) PRIOR TO NOTICE RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE STEERING RACK ASSEMBLY, OUTER TIE ROD ENDS, LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS ON TWO OCCASIONS.

Apr 12, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRS OF THE ROTORS,CALIPERS AND PADS.

Apr 12, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES FAILED.

Apr 12, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE HOSES FAILED.

Apr 12, 1999 Visibility

HEATER CORE ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Apr 12, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE RECALL (98V-323) PRIOR TO NOTICE RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE STEERING RACK ASSEMBLY, OUTER TIE ROD ENDS, LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS ON TWO OCCASIONS.

Apr 12, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRS OF THE ROTORS,CALIPERS AND PADS.

Apr 12, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES FAILED.

Apr 12, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE HOSES FAILED.

Apr 12, 1999 Visibility

HEATER CORE ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Apr 5, 1999 Wheels Crash

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE FRONT WHEELS, ON DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S SIDES, LOCKED UP. HAD NO WARNING. LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A CRASH. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. *AK

Apr 5, 1999 Wheels Crash

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE FRONT WHEELS, ON DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S SIDES, LOCKED UP. HAD NO WARNING. LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A CRASH. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. *AK

Apr 1, 1999 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME DROPPED ,PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE,ONTO STEERING COLUMN CAUSING LOOSE OF CONTROL RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. (CAMPAIGN# 98S36)

Apr 1, 1999 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME DROPPED ,PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE,ONTO STEERING COLUMN CAUSING LOOSE OF CONTROL RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. (CAMPAIGN# 98S36)

Mar 26, 1999 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH OVERHEATED, CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS / HEATER TO FAIL. *YC

Mar 26, 1999 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH OVERHEATED, CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS / HEATER TO FAIL. *YC

Mar 17, 1999 Structure

BODY MOUNTS HAVE BROKEN AS DESCRIBED IN RECAL 98V323000. BUT THE DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Mar 17, 1999 Structure

BODY MOUNTS HAVE BROKEN AS DESCRIBED IN RECAL 98V323000. BUT THE DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Mar 12, 1999 Structure

NUTS/BOLTS, RETAINER PLATE AND SUBFRAME RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO STEER.

Mar 12, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Mar 12, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

BROKEN ENGINE MOUNTS CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING.

Mar 12, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED.

Mar 12, 1999 Structure

NUTS/BOLTS, RETAINER PLATE AND SUBFRAME RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO STEER.

Mar 12, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Mar 12, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

BROKEN ENGINE MOUNTS CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING.

Mar 12, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED.

Mar 8, 1999 Structure

UPPER RETAINER BOLT ON THE REAR SUB-FRAME BROKE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DROP AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 8, 1999 Structure

UPPER RETAINER BOLT ON THE REAR SUB-FRAME BROKE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DROP AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 5, 1999 Structure

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR RECALL 98V323000 WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED & NEEDED REPLACING BEFORE RECALL COULD BE DONE. THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY THE CORROSION OF THE RETAINER PLATES & NUTS. DEALER REFUSING TO DO RECALL. VEHICLE WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Mar 5, 1999 Structure

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR RECALL 98V323000 WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED & NEEDED REPLACING BEFORE RECALL COULD BE DONE. THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY THE CORROSION OF THE RETAINER PLATES & NUTS. DEALER REFUSING TO DO RECALL. VEHICLE WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER PULLED INTO DRIVEWAY WHEN HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, BURNING ALL OF THE IGNITION WIRING.CONSUMER REPLACED THE IGINTION. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTAKE BOLT BROKEN CAUSING COOLANT FLUID TO LEAK AND VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT.

Mar 1, 1999 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER PULLED INTO DRIVEWAY WHEN HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN, BURNING ALL OF THE IGNITION WIRING.CONSUMER REPLACED THE IGINTION. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTAKE BOLT BROKEN CAUSING COOLANT FLUID TO LEAK AND VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT.

Feb 23, 1999 Power Train

IS THERE ANY RE-CALL OR HELP FROM FORD ON THE TRANSMISSION. NO FORWARD GEAR!!!!!

Feb 23, 1999 Power Train

IS THERE ANY RE-CALL OR HELP FROM FORD ON THE TRANSMISSION. NO FORWARD GEAR!!!!!

Feb 18, 1999 Structure

LOWER SUFRAME NUT PLATE AND BODY MOUNTS BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION. VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUT IN NEUTRAL TO STOP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO ENGINE OIL PUMP PREMATURELY WEARS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION. VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUT IN NEUTRAL TO STOP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO ENGINE OIL PUMP PREMATURELY WEARS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Structure

LOWER SUFRAME NUT PLATE AND BODY MOUNTS BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION. VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUT IN NEUTRAL TO STOP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO ENGINE OIL PUMP PREMATURELY WEARS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION. VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUT IN NEUTRAL TO STOP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO ENGINE OIL PUMP PREMATURELY WEARS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 17, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES REPLACED HOWEVER ERROR IN REPAIR CAUSED CONTAMINATION WHICH RESULTED IN HARD SHIFTING. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET INSTALLED IMPROPERLY RESULTING IN LEAKAGE. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

ENGINE INTAKE MANIFOLD INSTALLED IMPROPERLY, BOLTS NOT TORQUED PROPERLY. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONTAMINATION FOUND UNDER VALVE COVER GASKET AFTER REPLACEMENT. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Suspension

FRONT SUSPENSION OUT OF ALIGNMENT CAUSING TIRE WEAR. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CONTAMINATED WHICH PLUGGED UP THE MASTER CYLINDER FLUID CONTROL VALVE RESULTING IN WEAR OF THE PADS FROM DRAGGING. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE HOWEVER FEELS DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO CORRECTLY INSTALL AND FIX COMPONENTS PROPERLY DUE TO PRIOR PROBLEMS (98V-323-). MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES REPLACED HOWEVER ERROR IN REPAIR CAUSED CONTAMINATION WHICH RESULTED IN HARD SHIFTING. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET INSTALLED IMPROPERLY RESULTING IN LEAKAGE. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

ENGINE INTAKE MANIFOLD INSTALLED IMPROPERLY, BOLTS NOT TORQUED PROPERLY. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONTAMINATION FOUND UNDER VALVE COVER GASKET AFTER REPLACEMENT. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Suspension

FRONT SUSPENSION OUT OF ALIGNMENT CAUSING TIRE WEAR. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CONTAMINATED WHICH PLUGGED UP THE MASTER CYLINDER FLUID CONTROL VALVE RESULTING IN WEAR OF THE PADS FROM DRAGGING. MJS

Feb 17, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE HOWEVER FEELS DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO CORRECTLY INSTALL AND FIX COMPONENTS PROPERLY DUE TO PRIOR PROBLEMS (98V-323-). MJS

Feb 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED AND PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON ON THE STEERING WHEEL, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT DISENGAGE,WILL RETURN TO SET SPEED OR HIGHER UNTIL BRAKES ARE APPLIED. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Steering Fire

A FIRE STARTED WITHIN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO LEAKAGE OF THE POWER STEERING PUMP. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED AND PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON ON THE STEERING WHEEL, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT DISENGAGE,WILL RETURN TO SET SPEED OR HIGHER UNTIL BRAKES ARE APPLIED. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Steering Fire

A FIRE STARTED WITHIN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO LEAKAGE OF THE POWER STEERING PUMP. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 12, 1999 Seat Belts

METAL PIECE OF LOCKING SYSTEM CAME OFF WHILE CONSUMER WAS GETTING OUT OF VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED SHOULER BELT TO FALL APART. *AK

Feb 12, 1999 Seat Belts

METAL PIECE OF LOCKING SYSTEM CAME OFF WHILE CONSUMER WAS GETTING OUT OF VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED SHOULER BELT TO FALL APART. *AK

Feb 11, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE THREE OR FOUR TIMES, AND VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHOP FOR REPAIRS. WHEN DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. ALSO, WHENEVER GOING INTO ANOTHER GEAR, THERE IS A PROBLEM AND VEHICLE STALLS. CONSUMER JUST GOT A TUNE UP. *AK

Feb 11, 1999 Power Train

MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE THREE OR FOUR TIMES, AND VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHOP FOR REPAIRS. WHEN DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. ALSO, WHENEVER GOING INTO ANOTHER GEAR, THERE IS A PROBLEM AND VEHICLE STALLS. CONSUMER JUST GOT A TUNE UP. *AK

Feb 11, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE THREE OR FOUR TIMES, AND VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHOP FOR REPAIRS. WHEN DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. ALSO, WHENEVER GOING INTO ANOTHER GEAR, THERE IS A PROBLEM AND VEHICLE STALLS. CONSUMER JUST GOT A TUNE UP. *AK

Feb 11, 1999 Power Train

MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE THREE OR FOUR TIMES, AND VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHOP FOR REPAIRS. WHEN DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. ALSO, WHENEVER GOING INTO ANOTHER GEAR, THERE IS A PROBLEM AND VEHICLE STALLS. CONSUMER JUST GOT A TUNE UP. *AK

Feb 10, 1999 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT AND SHOULDER BELT TONGUE ARE COMPLETELY BROKEN, WHICH MAKES SHOULDER BELTS INOPERABLE. MAY NOT PROTECT OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 10, 1999 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED AND MAKING A TURN, THERE IS NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER HAD NO PRIOR WARNING AND THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 10, 1999 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT AND SHOULDER BELT TONGUE ARE COMPLETELY BROKEN, WHICH MAKES SHOULDER BELTS INOPERABLE. MAY NOT PROTECT OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 10, 1999 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED AND MAKING A TURN, THERE IS NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER HAD NO PRIOR WARNING AND THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 8, 1999 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CAN HEAR A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE IS VIBRATING, AND CONSUMER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 8, 1999 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CAN HEAR A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE IS VIBRATING, AND CONSUMER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 5, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE GASKET SEAL CRACKED, CAUSING AN OIL LEAK WHICH MAY CAUSE A FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 5, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Feb 5, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE GASKET SEAL CRACKED, CAUSING AN OIL LEAK WHICH MAY CAUSE A FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 5, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Feb 4, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN GETTING INTO VEHICLE AND TURNING THE HEAT ON, THERE IS A BAD SMELL GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *AK

Feb 4, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN GETTING INTO VEHICLE AND TURNING THE HEAT ON, THERE IS A BAD SMELL GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *AK

Feb 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE BOLT IN THE HARMONIC BALANCER BROKE OFF, MAKING THE PULLEY IN THE CRANKSHAFT INOPERABLE, CAUSING LOSS STEERING CONTROL. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK

Feb 3, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE BOLT IN THE HARMONIC BALANCER BROKE OFF, MAKING THE PULLEY IN THE CRANKSHAFT INOPERABLE, CAUSING LOSS STEERING CONTROL. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK

Feb 2, 1999 Structure

WITHIN 96,000 MILES REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE.CONSUMER FEELS THAT IT SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN RECALL 98S36./98V323000. SAME ACTION IS CAUSING MOUNTS TO BREAK. *AK

Feb 2, 1999 Structure

WITHIN 96,000 MILES REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE.CONSUMER FEELS THAT IT SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN RECALL 98S36./98V323000. SAME ACTION IS CAUSING MOUNTS TO BREAK. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE STALLS. THERE IS KNOCKING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT THERE IS A LOUD NOISE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE STALLS. THERE IS KNOCKING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT THERE IS A LOUD NOISE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING SMOKE WOULD COME OUT THE BACK AND THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED ENGINE BEARINGS AND NEW BOLTS FOR THE BEARING MOUNTS. *AK *ML

Jan 29, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHEN DRIVING SMOKE WOULD COME OUT THE BACK AND THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED ENGINE BEARINGS AND NEW BOLTS FOR THE BEARING MOUNTS. *AK *ML

Jan 29, 1999 Suspension

THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE JUMPED WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED AND LOST CONTROL. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE STALLS. THERE IS KNOCKING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT THERE IS A LOUD NOISE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE STALLS. THERE IS KNOCKING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT THERE IS A LOUD NOISE. *AK

Jan 29, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING SMOKE WOULD COME OUT THE BACK AND THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED ENGINE BEARINGS AND NEW BOLTS FOR THE BEARING MOUNTS. *AK *ML

Jan 29, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHEN DRIVING SMOKE WOULD COME OUT THE BACK AND THE ENGINE OIL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED ENGINE BEARINGS AND NEW BOLTS FOR THE BEARING MOUNTS. *AK *ML

Jan 29, 1999 Suspension

THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE JUMPED WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED AND LOST CONTROL. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE HAS TO RUN FOR A WHILE BEFORE THE REVERSE WILL RESPOND, AND ON AN INCLINE THE VEHICLE DRAGS UP THE HILL, IT GET JUST ENOUGH POWER TO DO THAT. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Steering Crash

THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A POLE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Power Train

TRANMISSION MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. ALSO, CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE HAS TO RUN FOR A WHILE BEFORE THE REVERSE WILL RESPOND, AND ON AN INCLINE THE VEHICLE DRAGS UP THE HILL, IT GET JUST ENOUGH POWER TO DO THAT. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Steering Crash

THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A POLE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Jan 28, 1999 Power Train

TRANMISSION MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. ALSO, CAN HEAR KNOCKING NOISE COMING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 16, 1999 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS GETS TO HOT MELTING THE IGNITION SWITCH HAD TO REPLACE TWICE

Jan 16, 1999 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS GETS TO HOT MELTING THE IGNITION SWITCH HAD TO REPLACE TWICE

Jan 15, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED FROM THE RADIATOR/ENGINE STALLS AT REDUCED RPM

Jan 15, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED FROM THE RADIATOR/ENGINE STALLS AT REDUCED RPM

Jan 15, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED FROM THE RADIATOR/ENGINE STALLS AT REDUCED RPM

Jan 15, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED FROM THE RADIATOR/ENGINE STALLS AT REDUCED RPM

Dec 22, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT DISC ROTOR RUSTED OFF OF THE HUB ON BOTH FRONT WHEELS! I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN ON ANY OF THE OTHER APPROXIMATELY 20 VEHICLES I'VE OWNED. FORD HAS RECALLS FOR THIS IN NE STATES, WEST THROUGH WI. I LIVE IN EASTERN MN, ALMOST "SPITTIN" DISTANCE FROM WI.

Dec 22, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT DISC ROTOR RUSTED OFF OF THE HUB ON BOTH FRONT WHEELS! I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN ON ANY OF THE OTHER APPROXIMATELY 20 VEHICLES I'VE OWNED. FORD HAS RECALLS FOR THIS IN NE STATES, WEST THROUGH WI. I LIVE IN EASTERN MN, ALMOST "SPITTIN" DISTANCE FROM WI.

Nov 17, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY PROVIDED BY CONSUMER

Nov 17, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY PROVIDED BY CONSUMER

Nov 12, 1998 Structure

THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH BODY MOUNTS. WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING HEARD A LOUD "CLUNK" NOISE. FOLLOWING THIS, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, AND THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER THE STEERING WHEEL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THE DEFECTS MENTIONED HAVE BEEN DESC...

Nov 12, 1998 Structure

THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH BODY MOUNTS. WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING HEARD A LOUD "CLUNK" NOISE. FOLLOWING THIS, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, AND THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER THE STEERING WHEEL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THE DEFECTS MENTIONED HAVE BEEN DESC...

Oct 26, 1998 Tires

EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE EXPLODED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE EXPLOSION KNOCKED THE SPAREWALL COVER OFF THE TIRE TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. NO ONE WAS IN THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 26, 1998 Tires

EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE EXPLODED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE EXPLOSION KNOCKED THE SPAREWALL COVER OFF THE TIRE TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. NO ONE WAS IN THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 2, 1998 Structure

RECALL 93V106000. WHEN DRIVING AT 15 MPH STEERING STARTED ACTING FUNNY. THERE WAS NO STEERING AND CAR LOCKED UP. THE SUB-FRAME MOUNTS BROKE, AND FELL ONTO THE COLUMN, MAKING THE VEHICLE INOPERERABLE. DEALER CONTACTED AND IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Oct 2, 1998 Structure

RECALL 93V106000. WHEN DRIVING AT 15 MPH STEERING STARTED ACTING FUNNY. THERE WAS NO STEERING AND CAR LOCKED UP. THE SUB-FRAME MOUNTS BROKE, AND FELL ONTO THE COLUMN, MAKING THE VEHICLE INOPERERABLE. DEALER CONTACTED AND IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 30, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL PUMP FAILED AND WAS REPLACED (NOT SURE IF ORIGINAL PUMP). SECOND FUEL PUMP FAILED TWO MONTHS LATER CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AT HIGH SPEED ON INTERSTATE. FOUND THAT OTHER TAURUS OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING SAME PROBLEMS.

Sep 30, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL PUMP FAILED AND WAS REPLACED (NOT SURE IF ORIGINAL PUMP). SECOND FUEL PUMP FAILED TWO MONTHS LATER CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AT HIGH SPEED ON INTERSTATE. FOUND THAT OTHER TAURUS OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING SAME PROBLEMS.

Sep 2, 1998 Structure

DUE TO CORROSION OF THE SUBFRAME MOUNTS AND BUSHINGS, THE FRONT SUBFRAME DROPPED WHILE DRIVING. THE SUBFRAME HOLDS THE TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING RACK AND PINION UNIT. WHEN THE SUBFRAME SUPPORTS FAILED, THE RACK AND PINION/STEERING GEAR TOTALLY DISCONNECTED FROMSTEERING COLUMN, LEAVING DRIVER...

Sep 2, 1998 Structure

DUE TO CORROSION OF THE SUBFRAME MOUNTS AND BUSHINGS, THE FRONT SUBFRAME DROPPED WHILE DRIVING. THE SUBFRAME HOLDS THE TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING RACK AND PINION UNIT. WHEN THE SUBFRAME SUPPORTS FAILED, THE RACK AND PINION/STEERING GEAR TOTALLY DISCONNECTED FROMSTEERING COLUMN, LEAVING DRIVER...

Aug 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 27, 1998 Power Train

CAR WAS TOWED TO TRANSMISSION BUSINESS, AND THE SERVICE PERSONEL COMMENTED THAT THIS WAS TYPICAL FOR A FORD TAURUS THAT JUST TURNED OVER 100,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD I WAS LUCKY TO HAVE MADE IT TO 115,000. WHEN I ASKED HOW MUCH THIS WOULD COST, THE GAVE ME THE PRICE AND TOLD ME THAT FORD JUST GAVE TH...

Aug 18, 1998 Structure

ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME CORRODED AT THE POINTS ATTACHING TO THE MAIN FRAME MAKING STEERING EXTERMELY DIFFICULT. RECALL NUMBER 93V106000.

Aug 18, 1998 Structure

ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME CORRODED AT THE POINTS ATTACHING TO THE MAIN FRAME MAKING STEERING EXTERMELY DIFFICULT. RECALL NUMBER 93V106000.

Jul 20, 1998 Seat Belts

THE METAL PORTION THE SEAT BELT, THAT CONNECTS IN BUCKLE BROKE, CAUSING LATCHING PROBLEMS IN THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 20, 1998 Seat Belts

THE METAL PORTION THE SEAT BELT, THAT CONNECTS IN BUCKLE BROKE, CAUSING LATCHING PROBLEMS IN THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 2, 1998 Seat Belts

DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLE TOP CAME OFF. CLIP POPPED OUT. LOCKING MECHANISM NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. WILL NOT LOCK. TOOK TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED NOT UNDER WARRANTY. *AK *SLC

Jul 2, 1998 Seat Belts

DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLE TOP CAME OFF. CLIP POPPED OUT. LOCKING MECHANISM NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. WILL NOT LOCK. TOOK TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED NOT UNDER WARRANTY. *AK *SLC

Jun 24, 1998 Structure

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE SUBFRAME SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS. DEALER WILL NOT CORRECTED FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALLS # 93V106001 & 93V106000. *AK

Jun 24, 1998 Structure

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE SUBFRAME SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS. DEALER WILL NOT CORRECTED FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALLS # 93V106001 & 93V106000. *AK

Jun 17, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

IGNITION SWITCH IS FAULTY,WHEN ENGINE IS ON BLOWER,FAN FAILS TO OPERATE. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 17, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH IS FAULTY,WHEN ENGINE IS ON BLOWER,FAN FAILS TO OPERATE. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 17, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. OWNER NOTICED THAT TWO LEADS HAD MELTED TOGETHER.

Jun 17, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

IGNITION SWITCH IS FAULTY,WHEN ENGINE IS ON BLOWER,FAN FAILS TO OPERATE. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 17, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH IS FAULTY,WHEN ENGINE IS ON BLOWER,FAN FAILS TO OPERATE. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 17, 1998 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. OWNER NOTICED THAT TWO LEADS HAD MELTED TOGETHER.

May 8, 1998 Seat Belts

THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE DISLODGED WHICH DOES NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. RECALL FOR THE 1989 TAURUS NOT FOR THE 1988 TAURUS. *AK

May 8, 1998 Seat Belts

THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE DISLODGED WHICH DOES NOT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. RECALL FOR THE 1989 TAURUS NOT FOR THE 1988 TAURUS. *AK

Apr 23, 1998 Seats

DRIVER'S SEAT BRACKET BOLTS BROKE OFF.

Apr 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE COOLING OF THE MOTOR.

Apr 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE DOES NOT COOL PROPERLY.

Apr 23, 1998 Seats

DRIVER'S SEAT BRACKET BOLTS BROKE OFF.

Apr 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE COOLING OF THE MOTOR.

Apr 23, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE DOES NOT COOL PROPERLY.

Apr 6, 1998 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FAILURE CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE.

Apr 6, 1998 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL FAILURE CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE.

Feb 28, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SURGES WHEN IDLING, DRIVER MUST KEEP BOTH FEET ON BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP VEHICLE, SEVERAL REPAIR ATTEMPTS, HOWEVER PROBLEM CONTINUES. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT)

Feb 28, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SURGES WHEN IDLING, DRIVER MUST KEEP BOTH FEET ON BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP VEHICLE, SEVERAL REPAIR ATTEMPTS, HOWEVER PROBLEM CONTINUES. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT)

Feb 10, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE HAD UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Feb 10, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE HAD UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Feb 8, 1998 Structure

PAINT HAS DISCOLORED AND PEELED OFF VEHICLE.

Feb 8, 1998 Structure

PAINT HAS DISCOLORED AND PEELED OFF VEHICLE.

Feb 4, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Feb 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Feb 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Feb 4, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Feb 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Feb 4, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TURNING WHEN RPMS WENT HIGH, SUDDENDLY VEHICLE STARTED TO PICK UP SPEED,CONSUMER WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A MOTEL. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. MECHANIC CLAIMS PROPORTIONAL VALVE GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Jan 13, 1998 Structure

DOOR HANDLE FROM THE INSIDE IS BROKEN, PREVENTING OCCUPANTS FROM EXITING THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Jan 13, 1998 Structure

DOOR HANDLE FROM THE INSIDE IS BROKEN, PREVENTING OCCUPANTS FROM EXITING THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Jan 8, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST MANIFOLD FAILED. *AK

Jan 8, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST MANIFOLD FAILED. *AK

Dec 31, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWICE AND REPLACED. YH (FIRST FAILED JULY, 1995- 67048 AND THE SECOND FAILED JULY,1996- 110512)

Dec 31, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWICE AND REPLACED. YH (FIRST FAILED JULY, 1995- 67048 AND THE SECOND FAILED JULY,1996- 110512)

Nov 24, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Nov 24, 1997 Steering

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Nov 24, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Nov 24, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Nov 24, 1997 Steering

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Nov 24, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SLIPPING SINCE OWNING VEHICLE. ALSO FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE, AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ONCE. *AKE

Oct 21, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR FAILED, TWO WATER PUMPS FAILED.

Oct 21, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR FAILED, TWO WATER PUMPS FAILED.

Oct 21, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR FAILED, TWO WATER PUMPS FAILED.

Oct 21, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR FAILED, TWO WATER PUMPS FAILED.

Oct 20, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELTS ARE DESIGNED AS A LAMPSHADEE FEATURE, CAUSING THE SEAT BELTS TO BECOME LOOSE UNDER SLIGHTTEST MOVEMENT.

Oct 20, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE TO CONSUMER'S REQUESTS TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT CLASP FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE. IN ADDITION, INTERMITTENT STALLING/HESITATION DUE TO ENGINE OVERHEATING WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. *AK

Oct 20, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE TO CONSUMER'S REQUESTS TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT CLASP FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE. IN ADDITION, INTERMITTENT STALLING/HESITATION DUE TO ENGINE OVERHEATING WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. *AK

Oct 20, 1997 Visibility

HAIRLINE CRACK IN WINDSHIELD NEAR HOOD HAS SPREAD UPWARD TO BECOME A 2 FOOT LONG CRACK.

Oct 20, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELTS ARE DESIGNED AS A LAMPSHADEE FEATURE, CAUSING THE SEAT BELTS TO BECOME LOOSE UNDER SLIGHTTEST MOVEMENT.

Oct 20, 1997 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE TO CONSUMER'S REQUESTS TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT CLASP FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE. IN ADDITION, INTERMITTENT STALLING/HESITATION DUE TO ENGINE OVERHEATING WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. *AK

Oct 20, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE TO CONSUMER'S REQUESTS TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT CLASP FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE. IN ADDITION, INTERMITTENT STALLING/HESITATION DUE TO ENGINE OVERHEATING WHEN A/C IS RUNNING. *AK

Oct 20, 1997 Visibility

HAIRLINE CRACK IN WINDSHIELD NEAR HOOD HAS SPREAD UPWARD TO BECOME A 2 FOOT LONG CRACK.

Oct 1, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CONTINUES TO STALL RESULTING IN POWER STEERING AND BRAKE LOSS.

Oct 1, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CONTINUES TO STALL RESULTING IN POWER STEERING AND BRAKE LOSS.

Sep 19, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN TEMPERATURE GAUGE REACHES THE MIDWAY POINT THE VEHICLE STALLS AND CUTS OFF. OWNER DOES NOT RECEIVE INDICATION THAT THE VEHICLE IS GOING TO CUT OFF. WHEN THE VEHICLE CUTS OFF, IT TAKES ABOUT 40 MINUTES TO COME BACK ON. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE TOP COAT OF PAINT S COMING OFF THE V...

Sep 19, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN TEMPERATURE GAUGE REACHES THE MIDWAY POINT THE VEHICLE STALLS AND CUTS OFF. OWNER DOES NOT RECEIVE INDICATION THAT THE VEHICLE IS GOING TO CUT OFF. WHEN THE VEHICLE CUTS OFF, IT TAKES ABOUT 40 MINUTES TO COME BACK ON. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE TOP COAT OF PAINT S COMING OFF THE V...

Sep 17, 1997 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HILL AT 60 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP FOR NO REASON, CAUSING OWNER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Sep 17, 1997 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HILL AT 60 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP FOR NO REASON, CAUSING OWNER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

Sep 14, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAUGE READ FROM FULL TO EMPTY WITH NO READING IN BETWEEN LEAVING THE DRIVER IN A POSSIBLE DANGEROUS SITUATION IF THEY RUN OUT OF GAS, DUE TO FAULTY GAS GAUGE, ATTACH ARE OTHER NAMES OF OWNERS WHO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.

Sep 14, 1997 Fuel System, Other

GAS GAUGE FAILED.

Sep 14, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAUGE READ FROM FULL TO EMPTY WITH NO READING IN BETWEEN LEAVING THE DRIVER IN A POSSIBLE DANGEROUS SITUATION IF THEY RUN OUT OF GAS, DUE TO FAULTY GAS GAUGE, ATTACH ARE OTHER NAMES OF OWNERS WHO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.

Sep 14, 1997 Fuel System, Other

GAS GAUGE FAILED.

Aug 29, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL INDICATOR GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY.

Aug 29, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL INDICATOR GAUGE DOES NOT READ PROPERLY.

Jul 8, 1997 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS FAILED.

Jul 8, 1997 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS FAILED.

Jun 24, 1997 Structure

WHILE TURNING THE CAR AROUND A CIRCLE THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT AND THEN INOPERITIVE. THE BODY MOUNTS BROKE OFF AND EVERYTHING IT WAS HOLDING UP DROPPED DOWN. *AK

Jun 24, 1997 Structure

WHILE TURNING THE CAR AROUND A CIRCLE THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT AND THEN INOPERITIVE. THE BODY MOUNTS BROKE OFF AND EVERYTHING IT WAS HOLDING UP DROPPED DOWN. *AK

Jun 10, 1997 Seats

FRONT POWER SEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE LEFT BRACKET THAT HOLDS SEAT TO THE FLOOR OF VEHICLE BROKE AT WELD, ALLOWING FRONT OF SEAT TO RISE AND TILT BACKWARDS. *AK

Jun 10, 1997 Seats

FRONT POWER SEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE LEFT BRACKET THAT HOLDS SEAT TO THE FLOOR OF VEHICLE BROKE AT WELD, ALLOWING FRONT OF SEAT TO RISE AND TILT BACKWARDS. *AK

Jun 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES A SNAP SOUND CAME FROM THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE AND THE PEDAL BECAME SOFT AND THERE WAS LITTLE BRAKING ABILITY BECAUSE WELD THAT HOLDS THE BRAKE ROTOR BROKE, RIGHT ROTORS WERE REPLACED IN FEB AND THE LEFT ROTOR MAY OF 97. *AK *JB

Jun 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES A SNAP SOUND CAME FROM THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE AND THE PEDAL BECAME SOFT AND THERE WAS LITTLE BRAKING ABILITY BECAUSE WELD THAT HOLDS THE BRAKE ROTOR BROKE, RIGHT ROTORS WERE REPLACED IN FEB AND THE LEFT ROTOR MAY OF 97. *AK *JB

May 14, 1997 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL: HAD JUST GOTTEN OUT OF VEHICLE,STARTED TOWARD HOUSE AND VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN, INSURANCE ADJUSTOR COMING OUT TO LOOK AT VEHICLE TODAY. *AK

May 14, 1997 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL: HAD JUST GOTTEN OUT OF VEHICLE,STARTED TOWARD HOUSE AND VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN, INSURANCE ADJUSTOR COMING OUT TO LOOK AT VEHICLE TODAY. *AK

Apr 28, 1997 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILURE RESULTED IN CLOUDS OF SMOKE COMING THROUGH WINDSHIELD/ DEFROST VENTS AND AIR VENTS.

Apr 28, 1997 Visibility

HEATER CORE FAILURE RESULTED IN CLOUDS OF SMOKE COMING THROUGH WINDSHIELD/ DEFROST VENTS AND AIR VENTS.

Apr 24, 1997 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE ENGINE JUST CUT OFF. GOT VEHICLE OFF HIGHWAY AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. IN LESS THAN 30 SECONDS THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. VEHICLE TOTALED ,FIREMAN SAID THEY THINK IT WAS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 24, 1997 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH THE ENGINE JUST CUT OFF. GOT VEHICLE OFF HIGHWAY AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. IN LESS THAN 30 SECONDS THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. VEHICLE TOTALED ,FIREMAN SAID THEY THINK IT WAS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 17, 1997 Electrical System

KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION SWITCH WHILE VEHICLE IS STILL RUNNING. *AK

Apr 17, 1997 Electrical System

KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE CAR IS STILL RUNNING AND IN DRIVE. *AK

Apr 17, 1997 Electrical System

KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION SWITCH WHILE VEHICLE IS STILL RUNNING. *AK

Apr 17, 1997 Electrical System

KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE CAR IS STILL RUNNING AND IN DRIVE. *AK

Mar 18, 1997 Structure

STRUCTURE: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL,VEHICLE MAKING A NOISE FROM FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE, TOOK IN TO MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE PROBLEM WAS THE SUBFRAME BUSHING. VEHICLE ON RECALL FOR THAT PROBLEM, BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT LISTED FOR RECALL. *AK

Mar 18, 1997 Structure

STRUCTURE: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL,VEHICLE MAKING A NOISE FROM FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE, TOOK IN TO MECHANIC AND HE SAID THE PROBLEM WAS THE SUBFRAME BUSHING. VEHICLE ON RECALL FOR THAT PROBLEM, BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT LISTED FOR RECALL. *AK

Mar 5, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE, PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND THE ENGINE WAS STEAMING.TOOK VEHICLE TO THE MANUFACTURER WHO SAID THAT THE HEAD GASKET BLEW OUT. *AK

Mar 5, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING LOST ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE, PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND THE ENGINE WAS STEAMING.TOOK VEHICLE TO THE MANUFACTURER WHO SAID THAT THE HEAD GASKET BLEW OUT. *AK

Feb 5, 1997 Electrical System

TURNED AND BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE ELECTRICAL IGNITION START TO SMOKE . *AK

Feb 5, 1997 Electrical System

TURNED AND BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY THE ELECTRICAL IGNITION START TO SMOKE . *AK

Jan 10, 1997 Steering Fire

POWER STEERING LINE ROUTED OVER CATALYTIC CONVERTER, POSING RISK OF FIRE IF HEAT FROM CONVERTER EFFECTS RUBBER LINE.

Jan 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE.

Jan 10, 1997 Steering Fire

POWER STEERING LINE ROUTED OVER CATALYTIC CONVERTER, POSING RISK OF FIRE IF HEAT FROM CONVERTER EFFECTS RUBBER LINE.

Jan 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE.

Dec 20, 1996 Steering Fire

POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKED FLUID RESULTING IN FIRE.

Dec 20, 1996 Steering Fire

POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKED FLUID RESULTING IN FIRE.

Dec 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Dec 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Dec 13, 1996 Steering

FAILURE OF THE STEERING COLUMN, THE HIGH PRESSURE LINE IS LEAKING FLUID, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE LINE . *AK

Dec 13, 1996 Steering

FAILURE OF THE STEERING COLUMN, THE HIGH PRESSURE LINE IS LEAKING FLUID, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE LINE . *AK

Dec 12, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE.

Dec 12, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE.

Dec 10, 1996 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILS TO BUCKLE BECAUSE THE FEMALE END WILL NOT LATCH DUE TO FAILURE OF A SMALL SPRING TO ENGAGE THE LATCHING. 8AK

Dec 10, 1996 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILS TO BUCKLE BECAUSE THE FEMALE END WILL NOT LATCH DUE TO FAILURE OF A SMALL SPRING TO ENGAGE THE LATCHING. 8AK

Dec 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

STARTED VEHICLE, DID NOT SOUND RIGHT, TURNED VEHICLE OFF, IT KEPT RUNNING, NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD, LIFTED IT UP AND SAW FLAMES, DISCONNECTED WIRES AND PUT FLAMES OUT. *AK

Dec 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

STARTED VEHICLE, DID NOT SOUND RIGHT, TURNED VEHICLE OFF, IT KEPT RUNNING, NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD, LIFTED IT UP AND SAW FLAMES, DISCONNECTED WIRES AND PUT FLAMES OUT. *AK

Nov 19, 1996 Seats

FRONT SEAT RAIL BROKE.

Nov 19, 1996 Seats

FRONT SEAT RAIL BROKE.

Nov 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH ON AND SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE DASH, VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE GARAGE AND FOUND THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO BE BURNED. *AK

Nov 18, 1996 Latches/locks/linkages Crash

STRIKER/LATCH FAILURE, LEFT HAND DOOR DUE TO DAMAGE. *AK

Nov 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH ON AND SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE DASH, VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE GARAGE AND FOUND THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO BE BURNED. *AK

Nov 18, 1996 Latches/locks/linkages Crash

STRIKER/LATCH FAILURE, LEFT HAND DOOR DUE TO DAMAGE. *AK

Nov 14, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.

Nov 14, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.

Nov 6, 1996 Steering Fire

FLUID LEAK IN ONE OF THE HIGH PRESSURE, POWER STEERING HOSES, CAUSING FIRE.

Nov 6, 1996 Steering Fire

FLUID LEAK IN ONE OF THE HIGH PRESSURE, POWER STEERING HOSES, CAUSING FIRE.

Nov 4, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBFRAME BOLTS RUSTED, CAUSING MOTOR, TRANSMISSION, STEERING COLUMN TO DROP/LOSS OF CONTROL.

Nov 4, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

SUBFRAME BOLTS RUSTED, CAUSING MOTOR, TRANSMISSION, STEERING COLUMN TO DROP/LOSS OF CONTROL.

Oct 23, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 23, 1996 Suspension

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 23, 1996 Steering

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 23, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 23, 1996 Suspension

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 23, 1996 Steering

REPLACED ENGINE MOUNTS, ALSO REPLACED REAR SPRINGS AND RUSTED FRONT SPINDLES. *AK

Oct 22, 1996 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH ALMOST ANY KEY. YOU CAN ALSO START THE VEHICLE BY TURNING THE STARTER WITH YOUR HAND. *AK

Oct 22, 1996 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH ALMOST ANY KEY. YOU CAN ALSO START THE VEHICLE BY TURNING THE STARTER WITH YOUR HAND. *AK

Oct 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CRADLE MOUNTS BROKE.

Oct 21, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS BROKE.

Oct 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CRADLE MOUNTS BROKE.

Oct 21, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTS BROKE.

Oct 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH STUCK IN ENGAGED POSITION, BURNING OUT WIRES. ON ANOTHER OCCASION VEHICLE REFUSED TO SHUT OFF WITH KEY OUT OF IGNITION. AT BOTH TIMES BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED AFTERWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

Oct 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH STUCK IN ENGAGED POSITION, BURNING OUT WIRES. ON ANOTHER OCCASION VEHICLE REFUSED TO SHUT OFF WITH KEY OUT OF IGNITION. AT BOTH TIMES BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED AFTERWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

Oct 17, 1996 Fuel System, Other Fire

FUEL LINE LEAK RESULTED IN FIRE.

Oct 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH STUCK IN ENGAGED POSITION, BURNING OUT WIRES. ON ANOTHER OCCASION VEHICLE REFUSED TO SHUT OFF WITH KEY OUT OF IGNITION. AT BOTH TIMES BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED AFTERWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

Oct 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH STUCK IN ENGAGED POSITION, BURNING OUT WIRES. ON ANOTHER OCCASION VEHICLE REFUSED TO SHUT OFF WITH KEY OUT OF IGNITION. AT BOTH TIMES BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED AFTERWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

Oct 17, 1996 Fuel System, Other Fire

FUEL LINE LEAK RESULTED IN FIRE.

Oct 15, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Oct 15, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED.

Oct 11, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS CORRODED AFTER RECALL REPAIRS.

Oct 11, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS CORRODED AFTER RECALL REPAIRS.

Oct 10, 1996 Structure

THE SUBFRAME THAT SUPPORTS THE ENGINE AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS CORRODED OUT AGAIN. FIXED UNDER A RECALL (2) YEARS AGO NOW THE SAME THING HAS HAPPENED AGAIN. #93V106001. *AK *SLC

Oct 10, 1996 Structure

THE SUBFRAME THAT SUPPORTS THE ENGINE AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS CORRODED OUT AGAIN. FIXED UNDER A RECALL (2) YEARS AGO NOW THE SAME THING HAS HAPPENED AGAIN. #93V106001. *AK *SLC

Sep 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE WHOLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN. CAR WAS TOWED AND DAIGNOSED WITH A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH.*AK *SLC

Sep 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE WHOLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN. CAR WAS TOWED AND DAIGNOSED WITH A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH.*AK *SLC

Sep 26, 1996 Electrical System

OWNER HAS NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.AK

Sep 26, 1996 Electrical System

OWNER HAS NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.AK

Sep 19, 1996 Seats

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BROKE OFF THE FRAME. *AK

Sep 19, 1996 Structure

PURCHASED CAR NEW, THE REAR SUBFRAME IS CORRODED, MANUFACTURER STATED WAS NOT IN THE RECALL #93V106000 . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Sep 19, 1996 Seats

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BROKE OFF THE FRAME. *AK

Sep 19, 1996 Structure

PURCHASED CAR NEW, THE REAR SUBFRAME IS CORRODED, MANUFACTURER STATED WAS NOT IN THE RECALL #93V106000 . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Sep 17, 1996 Electrical System

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND CAR SMELLED LIKE SMOKE, TOOK CAR HOME AND PARKED IT , TOOK APART AND IT WAS THE IGNITION SWITCH . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Sep 17, 1996 Electrical System

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND CAR SMELLED LIKE SMOKE, TOOK CAR HOME AND PARKED IT , TOOK APART AND IT WAS THE IGNITION SWITCH . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Sep 16, 1996 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD WHILE STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT. NO INDICATION OF FIRE. ALL WIRING UNDER THE HOOD WAS BURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.*AK

Sep 16, 1996 Electrical System Fire

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD WHILE STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT. NO INDICATION OF FIRE. ALL WIRING UNDER THE HOOD WAS BURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.*AK

Sep 11, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS FAILED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE.

Sep 11, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAUGHT ON FIRE, ALSO REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION PAN/LINES. *AK

Sep 11, 1996 Structure

REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS FAILED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE.

Sep 6, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING WIRING HARNESS TO MELT IN THE STEERING COLUMN. *SLC

Sep 6, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING WIRING HARNESS TO MELT IN THE STEERING COLUMN. *SLC

Aug 28, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE CONNECTOR THAT PLUGS INTO THE WIRING HARNESS MELTED.*AK

Aug 28, 1996 Power Train

PURCHASED CAR USED, AS IS THE TRANSMISSION THE FRONT PLANETARY UNIT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Aug 28, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE CONNECTOR THAT PLUGS INTO THE WIRING HARNESS MELTED.*AK

Aug 28, 1996 Power Train

PURCHASED CAR USED, AS IS THE TRANSMISSION THE FRONT PLANETARY UNIT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Aug 27, 1996 Steering Fire

PARKED VEHICLE AND STEERING COLUMN CAUGHT ON FIRE AND TOTALED CAR. *AK

Aug 27, 1996 Steering Fire

PARKED VEHICLE AND STEERING COLUMN CAUGHT ON FIRE AND TOTALED CAR. *AK

Aug 26, 1996 Electrical System

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING SMOKE TO COME OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Aug 26, 1996 Electrical System

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING SMOKE TO COME OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Aug 20, 1996 Seats

DRIVER'S POWER SEAT BRACKET BROKE.

Aug 20, 1996 Seats

DRIVER'S POWER SEAT BRACKET BROKE.

Aug 1, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION'S TRANSAXLE FAILED. *SD

Aug 1, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION'S TRANSAXLE FAILED. *SD

Jul 30, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE ROTORS BROKE, FROM CENTER HUB, CAUSING BRAKE FAILURE. *AW

Jul 30, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE ROTORS BROKE, FROM CENTER HUB, CAUSING BRAKE FAILURE. *AW

Jul 29, 1996 Steering

DISTORTED STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN. *AK

Jul 29, 1996 Steering

DISTORTED STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN. *AK

Jul 24, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DURING FRONTAL IMPACT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK/PASSENGER'S FRONT AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID LOCK. *AK

Jul 24, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DURING FRONTAL IMPACT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK/PASSENGER'S FRONT AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID LOCK. *AK

Jul 23, 1996 Electrical System

AUTO STARTED TO SMOKE WHEN KEY WAS PLACED IN IGNITION. *AK

Jul 23, 1996 Electrical System

AUTO STARTED TO SMOKE WHEN KEY WAS PLACED IN IGNITION. *AK

Jul 23, 1996 Electrical System

AUTO STARTED TO SMOKE WHEN KEY WAS PLACED IN IGNITION. *AK

Jul 23, 1996 Electrical System

AUTO STARTED TO SMOKE WHEN KEY WAS PLACED IN IGNITION. *AK

Jul 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT, REPLACE CONNECTORS AND SWITCHES IN SEVERAL VEHICLE.

Jul 17, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT, REPLACE CONNECTORS AND SWITCHES IN SEVERAL VEHICLE.

Jul 10, 1996 Steering Fire

CAR WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. POWER STEERING RETURN LINE WAS LEAKING AND STARTED FIRE. *AK

Jul 10, 1996 Steering Fire

CAR WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. POWER STEERING RETURN LINE WAS LEAKING AND STARTED FIRE. *AK

Jul 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

WIRE FROM PARKING BRAKE TO FIRE WALL SHORTED OUT, CAUSING FIRE. *DH

Jul 1, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED, BURNING WIRING HARNESS. *DH

Jul 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

WIRE FROM PARKING BRAKE TO FIRE WALL SHORTED OUT, CAUSING FIRE. *DH

Jul 1, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED, BURNING WIRING HARNESS. *DH

Jun 27, 1996 Exterior Lighting

THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT GETS SO HOT THAT IT MELTED THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Jun 27, 1996 Exterior Lighting

THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT GETS SO HOT THAT IT MELTED THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Jun 26, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE REPLACED.(SECOND VEHICLE ON 505462)

Jun 26, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE REPLACED.(SECOND VEHICLE ON 505462)

Jun 13, 1996 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE HEATER MOTOR/UNDER THE DASH, SAW SMOKE, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 13, 1996 Visibility Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE HEATER MOTOR/UNDER THE DASH, SAW SMOKE, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 13, 1996 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE HEATER MOTOR/UNDER THE DASH, SAW SMOKE, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 13, 1996 Visibility Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE HEATER MOTOR/UNDER THE DASH, SAW SMOKE, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

HUSBAND STARTED VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF, WIFE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING, SON SAID VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SOMETHING BLEW IN VEHICLE, FIRE DEPT PUT OUT FIRE. *AK

Jun 10, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

HUSBAND STARTED VEHICLE, TURNED IT OFF, WIFE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING, SON SAID VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SOMETHING BLEW IN VEHICLE, FIRE DEPT PUT OUT FIRE. *AK

Jun 3, 1996 Electrical System Fire

SHORT CIRCUIT IN WIRING HARNESS UNDER HOOD CAUSED FIRE. *DH

Jun 3, 1996 Electrical System Fire

SHORT CIRCUIT IN WIRING HARNESS UNDER HOOD CAUSED FIRE. *DH

Jun 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH FIRE. *SD

Jun 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH FIRE. *SD

May 28, 1996 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING ALONG CONSUMER SUDDENLY SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, STOPPED POPPED THE HOOD THE AUTO WAS ON FIRE. NO INJURIES. *AK

May 28, 1996 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING ALONG CONSUMER SUDDENLY SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, STOPPED POPPED THE HOOD THE AUTO WAS ON FIRE. NO INJURIES. *AK

May 17, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. *AK

May 17, 1996 Electrical System Fire

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. *AK

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

NOTICED BURNING SMELL, EXPERIENCED PROBLEM STARTING, MECHANIC FOUND IGNITION WIRING HAD MELTED. *AK

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

NOTICED BURNING SMELL, EXPERIENCED PROBLEM STARTING, MECHANIC FOUND IGNITION WIRING HAD MELTED. *AK

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, NOTICED BURNING SMELL AND SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

May 15, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON AT ABOUT HALF BRIGHTNESS INTERMITTENTLY WHEN DRIVER TURNS VEHICLE OFF, DRAINING BATTERY.

May 15, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 15, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

NOTICED BURNING SMELL, EXPERIENCED PROBLEM STARTING, MECHANIC FOUND IGNITION WIRING HAD MELTED. *AK

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

NOTICED BURNING SMELL, EXPERIENCED PROBLEM STARTING, MECHANIC FOUND IGNITION WIRING HAD MELTED. *AK

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, NOTICED BURNING SMELL AND SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH. *AK

May 15, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON AT ABOUT HALF BRIGHTNESS INTERMITTENTLY WHEN DRIVER TURNS VEHICLE OFF, DRAINING BATTERY.

May 15, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 15, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 15, 1996 Electrical System

MOTOR LOCKED UP DUE TO HOLE IN HEAD GASKET, STARTER FAILED, AND ENGINE CYLINDER TAKING IN WATER.

May 14, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH/WIRING MELTED PRIOR TO RECALL. *SD

May 14, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE FIRE. *DH

May 14, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH/WIRING MELTED PRIOR TO RECALL. *SD

May 14, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE FIRE. *DH

May 13, 1996 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE FIRE UNDER THE HOOD, POSSIBLY DUE TO STARTER HANGING UP. *AK

May 13, 1996 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE FIRE UNDER THE HOOD, POSSIBLY DUE TO STARTER HANGING UP. *AK

May 9, 1996 Power Train

PLASTIC GOVERNOR GEAR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. (SECOND VEHICLE ON 503868)

May 9, 1996 Power Train

PLASTIC GOVERNOR GEAR IN TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. (SECOND VEHICLE ON 503868)

May 6, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER SMELLED BURNING WIRES. THE IGNITION SWITCH HAD STARTED TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 6, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER SMELLED BURNING WIRES. THE IGNITION SWITCH HAD STARTED TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 4, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH BURNED, MELTING WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING TURN SIGNALS, AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL, AND RADIO TO FAIL.

May 4, 1996 Exterior Lighting

SIDE MARKER LIGHT ON DRIVERS SIDE BULB BURNT OUT.

May 4, 1996 Tires

LEFT FRONT TIRE HAS PUNCTURE, CAUSING SLOW LEAK. *DSH

May 4, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH OVERHEATED, MELTING PLASTIC PARTS OF COMPONENT, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO START CAR. *DSH

May 4, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH BURNED, MELTING WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING TURN SIGNALS, AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL, AND RADIO TO FAIL.

May 4, 1996 Exterior Lighting

SIDE MARKER LIGHT ON DRIVERS SIDE BULB BURNT OUT.

May 4, 1996 Tires

LEFT FRONT TIRE HAS PUNCTURE, CAUSING SLOW LEAK. *DSH

May 4, 1996 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH OVERHEATED, MELTING PLASTIC PARTS OF COMPONENT, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO START CAR. *DSH

May 2, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND WIRES IN THE IGNITION TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND WIRES IN THE IGNITION TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND WIRES IN THE IGNITION TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

May 2, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND WIRES IN THE IGNITION TO BURN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE HAD A FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN DUE TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE HAD A FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN DUE TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 1, 1996 Structure

BOLT CONNECTING SUBFRAME TO FRAME BROKE LOOSE DUE TO RUSTED NUT. *SD

May 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE HAD A FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN DUE TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 1, 1996 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE HAD A FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN DUE TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

May 1, 1996 Structure

BOLT CONNECTING SUBFRAME TO FRAME BROKE LOOSE DUE TO RUSTED NUT. *SD

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITON SWITCH BURNS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON CRANKING, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH, DEALER FOUND WIRING BURNT IN STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITON SWITCH BURNS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON CRANKING, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH, DEALER FOUND WIRING BURNT IN STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITON SWITCH BURNS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON CRANKING, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH, DEALER FOUND WIRING BURNT IN STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

THE IGNITON SWITCH BURNS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. *AK

Apr 30, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON CRANKING, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION SWITCH, DEALER FOUND WIRING BURNT IN STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS NOT IN THE IGNITION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED OUT, MELTED DOWN WIRING HARNESS; DID NOT RESULT IN FIRE; VEHICLE RENDERED DISABLED. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System Fire

DROVE DAUGHTER TO STORE, WAITING FOR PARKING SPACE, SECURITY OFFICER INFORMED DRIVER THAT VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE PASSENGER. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS NOT IN THE IGNITION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED OUT, MELTED DOWN WIRING HARNESS; DID NOT RESULT IN FIRE; VEHICLE RENDERED DISABLED. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System Fire

DROVE DAUGHTER TO STORE, WAITING FOR PARKING SPACE, SECURITY OFFICER INFORMED DRIVER THAT VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE PASSENGER. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS NOT IN THE IGNITION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED OUT, MELTED DOWN WIRING HARNESS; DID NOT RESULT IN FIRE; VEHICLE RENDERED DISABLED. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System Fire

DROVE DAUGHTER TO STORE, WAITING FOR PARKING SPACE, SECURITY OFFICER INFORMED DRIVER THAT VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE PASSENGER. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE KEY WAS NOT IN THE IGNITION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED OUT, MELTED DOWN WIRING HARNESS; DID NOT RESULT IN FIRE; VEHICLE RENDERED DISABLED. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN A LOUD BOOM WAS HEARD AND THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 29, 1996 Electrical System Fire

DROVE DAUGHTER TO STORE, WAITING FOR PARKING SPACE, SECURITY OFFICER INFORMED DRIVER THAT VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE PASSENGER. *AK

Apr 26, 1996 Electrical System

(1) IGNITION SWITCH AND TUMBLER FAILED ALLOWING VEHICLE TO RUN WITHOUT KEYS IN IGNITION. (2) STARTER FAILS TO DISENGAGE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS*AK

Apr 26, 1996 Electrical System

(1) IGNITION SWITCH AND TUMBLER FAILED ALLOWING VEHICLE TO RUN WITHOUT KEYS IN IGNITION. (2) STARTER FAILS TO DISENGAGE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS*AK

Apr 25, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT MODERATE SPEED, ELECTRICAL BLOWER AND DEFROSTER, TURNING SIGNALS AND LIGHTS ALL ELECTRICAL FAILED. ENTIRE WIRE AND IGNITION BURNED. *AK

Apr 25, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. *AK

Apr 25, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON STARTING, SMOKE STARTED POURING OUT OF STEERING COLUMN, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 25, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT MODERATE SPEED, ELECTRICAL BLOWER AND DEFROSTER, TURNING SIGNALS AND LIGHTS ALL ELECTRICAL FAILED. ENTIRE WIRE AND IGNITION BURNED. *AK

Apr 25, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. *AK

Apr 25, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON STARTING, SMOKE STARTED POURING OUT OF STEERING COLUMN, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 24, 1996 Steering

TIE ROD ENDS FAILED SIX TIMES.

Apr 24, 1996 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS SHORTED OUT.

Apr 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Visibility

HEATER CORE LEAKS.

Apr 24, 1996 Equipment

CLIMATE CONTROLS MODULATOR MOTOR FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL PUMP FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Steering

POWER STEERING RACK FAILED TWICE. (SECOND VEHICLE ON 504046) *DSH

Apr 24, 1996 Tires

FOUR SETS OF UNKNOWN BRAND TIRES FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Steering

TIE ROD ENDS FAILED SIX TIMES.

Apr 24, 1996 Electrical System

WIRING HARNESS SHORTED OUT.

Apr 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Visibility

HEATER CORE LEAKS.

Apr 24, 1996 Equipment

CLIMATE CONTROLS MODULATOR MOTOR FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL PUMP FAILED.

Apr 24, 1996 Steering

POWER STEERING RACK FAILED TWICE. (SECOND VEHICLE ON 504046) *DSH

Apr 24, 1996 Tires

FOUR SETS OF UNKNOWN BRAND TIRES FAILED.

Apr 23, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT OR SHOCK IN THE WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING THE WIRING TO MELT. *AK

Apr 23, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SHORT OR SHOCK IN THE WIRING HARNESS, CAUSING THE WIRING TO MELT. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AFTER PARKING THE CAR NOITICED BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION AREA, WENT IN THE HOUSE, CAME OUT A THE CAR WAS ON FIRE, DAMAGING ANOTHER CAR AND HOUSE. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON PARKING, MOMENTS LATER FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE, NO PRIOR WARNING. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON PARKING, MOMENTS LATER FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Electrical System Fire

AFTER PARKING THE CAR NOITICED BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM IGNITION AREA, WENT IN THE HOUSE, CAME OUT A THE CAR WAS ON FIRE, DAMAGING ANOTHER CAR AND HOUSE. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON PARKING, MOMENTS LATER FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE, NO PRIOR WARNING. *AK

Apr 22, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON PARKING, MOMENTS LATER FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE (ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE). PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Electrical System Fire

EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL FIRE IN DASH. PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON STARTING, IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CIRCUITED AND CAUSED THE ELECTRICAL SYS. WIRING HARNESS TO CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE (ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE). PLEASE DESCRIBE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Electrical System Fire

EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL FIRE IN DASH. PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Electrical System Fire

UPON STARTING, IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CIRCUITED AND CAUSED THE ELECTRICAL SYS. WIRING HARNESS TO CATCH ON FIRE. *AK

Apr 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NOT START, DUE TO A SMALL FIRE IN THE WIRING BUNDLE AND INGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NOT START, DUE TO A SMALL FIRE IN THE WIRING BUNDLE AND INGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NOT START, DUE TO A SMALL FIRE IN THE WIRING BUNDLE AND INGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 18, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NOT START, DUE TO A SMALL FIRE IN THE WIRING BUNDLE AND INGNITION SWITCH. *AK

Apr 17, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION FIRE. *AK

Apr 17, 1996 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION FIRE. *AK

Apr 16, 1996 Structure

ENGINE MOUNTS CORRODED AND BROKE, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN RECALL NO 93V106001, DEALER REPAIRED RECALL BUT IT HAPPENDED AGAIN AFTER 4K MILE. *AK

Apr 16, 1996 Structure

ENGINE MOUNTS CORRODED AND BROKE, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN RECALL NO 93V106001, DEALER REPAIRED RECALL BUT IT HAPPENDED AGAIN AFTER 4K MILE. *AK

Mar 25, 1996 Seat Belts

PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY HAS A PLASTIC COVER. ONCE COVER BREAKS, SEAT BELT BUCKLE FALLS APART. PLEASE DESCRIBED DETAILS. *AK

Mar 25, 1996 Seat Belts

PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY HAS A PLASTIC COVER. ONCE COVER BREAKS, SEAT BELT BUCKLE FALLS APART. PLEASE DESCRIBED DETAILS. *AK

Mar 22, 1996 Seats

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 60/40 BENCH HAS CRACKED AT ATTACHMENT. THIS ALLOWS OCCUPANT TO FALL BACKWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Mar 22, 1996 Seats

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 60/40 BENCH HAS CRACKED AT ATTACHMENT. THIS ALLOWS OCCUPANT TO FALL BACKWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Mar 19, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

THE THROTTLE STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY BURNED OUT AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 19, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

THE THROTTLE STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY BURNED OUT AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 7, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE; FAILURE ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE, BUCKLE IS DETACHED FROM THE BELT. *AK

Mar 7, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE; FAILURE ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE, BUCKLE IS DETACHED FROM THE BELT. *AK

Mar 7, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE; FAILURE ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE, BUCKLE IS DETACHED FROM THE BELT. *AK

Mar 7, 1996 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE; FAILURE ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE, BUCKLE IS DETACHED FROM THE BELT. *AK

Feb 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOW SOURCE OF FIRE *AK

Feb 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOW SOURCE OF FIRE *AK

Feb 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOW SOURCE OF FIRE *AK

Feb 21, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOW SOURCE OF FIRE *AK

Feb 16, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

HYDRAULIC MOTOR MOUNTS FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL. *DSH

Feb 16, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

HYDRAULIC MOTOR MOUNTS FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL. *DSH

Feb 12, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

CONSUMER TURNED CAR ON IT CAUGHT ON FIRE NOT TOO MUCH DAMAGE . TT

Feb 12, 1996 Structure

RECALL #92S61 DONE, PROBLEM STILL EXIST, MOTOR MOUNTS BAD AND SHOULD BE REPLACE, RESULTING IN ENGINE JUMPS WHEN VEHICLE ACCELERATED.

Feb 12, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

CONSUMER TURNED CAR ON IT CAUGHT ON FIRE NOT TOO MUCH DAMAGE . TT

Feb 12, 1996 Structure

RECALL #92S61 DONE, PROBLEM STILL EXIST, MOTOR MOUNTS BAD AND SHOULD BE REPLACE, RESULTING IN ENGINE JUMPS WHEN VEHICLE ACCELERATED.

Feb 9, 1996 Electrical System

EXPERIENCING AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF IGNITION SWITCH, WILL NOT START ALL ELECTRICAL ITEMS. TT

Feb 9, 1996 Electrical System

EXPERIENCING AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF IGNITION SWITCH, WILL NOT START ALL ELECTRICAL ITEMS. TT

Feb 8, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES FAILED 6 TIMES ( OTHER VEHICLE ON 601093). TT

Feb 8, 1996 Equipment

ROOF RACK INSTALLED W/ WRONG SIZED NUTS.

Feb 8, 1996 Electrical System

BATTERY DEAD. TT

Feb 8, 1996 Electrical System

DISTRIBUTOR WIRE BROKE. TT

Feb 8, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES FAILED 6 TIMES ( OTHER VEHICLE ON 601093). TT

Feb 8, 1996 Equipment

ROOF RACK INSTALLED W/ WRONG SIZED NUTS.

Feb 8, 1996 Electrical System

BATTERY DEAD. TT

Feb 8, 1996 Electrical System

DISTRIBUTOR WIRE BROKE. TT

Feb 2, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE (1ST VEHICLE ON #501120). *TT

Feb 2, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE (1ST VEHICLE ON #501120). *TT

Jan 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL FAILURE IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DECRIBE. TT

Jan 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL FAILURE IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DECRIBE. TT

Jan 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL FAILURE IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DECRIBE. TT

Jan 24, 1996 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL FAILURE IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. PLEASE DECRIBE. TT

Dec 28, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER SEATBELT BUCKLE CASING FAILED, ALLOWING THE BUCKLE TO FALL OFF. TT

Dec 28, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER SEATBELT BUCKLE CASING FAILED, ALLOWING THE BUCKLE TO FALL OFF. TT

Dec 6, 1995 Structure

REAR OF SUBFRAME SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE DUE TO CORROSION, MAKING STEERING DIFFICULT PRIOR TO RECALL. *DSH

Dec 6, 1995 Structure

REAR OF SUBFRAME SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE DUE TO CORROSION, MAKING STEERING DIFFICULT PRIOR TO RECALL. *DSH

Nov 30, 1995 Structure

THE FRAME IS SEPARATING AND RUSTING NOW THE CAR WILL NOT STEER RIGHT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Nov 30, 1995 Structure

THE FRAME IS SEPARATING AND RUSTING NOW THE CAR WILL NOT STEER RIGHT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Nov 29, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADED WHILE SITTING AT STOP LIGHTS, REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER. TT

Nov 29, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADED WHILE SITTING AT STOP LIGHTS, REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER. TT

Nov 16, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP BROKE. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CALIPERS FAILED DUE TO CRACKS. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Steering

POWER STEERING LEAK. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS GOUGED PRIOR TO RECALL. (91V-134)

Nov 16, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

WATER PUMP BROKE. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CALIPERS FAILED DUE TO CRACKS. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Steering

POWER STEERING LEAK. *SD

Nov 16, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS GOUGED PRIOR TO RECALL. (91V-134)

Nov 6, 1995 Structure

BOTH CORNERS OF SUBFRAME DROPPED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/DIFFICULTY IN STEERING. ( RECALL 93V106)*SD

Nov 6, 1995 Structure

BOTH CORNERS OF SUBFRAME DROPPED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/DIFFICULTY IN STEERING. ( RECALL 93V106)*SD

Oct 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL RELATED 93V106000, IN FOR REPAIR, WHILE DRIVING SUBFRAME MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE WHILE DRIVING , AFTER REPAIR. TT CONSUMER STATES WHILE WIFE WAS DRIVING THE STEERING JUST WENT DEAD.*JB

Oct 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL RELATED 93V106000, IN FOR REPAIR, WHILE DRIVING SUBFRAME MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE WHILE DRIVING , AFTER REPAIR. TT CONSUMER STATES WHILE WIFE WAS DRIVING THE STEERING JUST WENT DEAD.*JB

Oct 25, 1995 Steering

THE STEERING LOCKED UP WHILE TURNING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Oct 25, 1995 Steering

THE STEERING LOCKED UP WHILE TURNING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Oct 18, 1995 Structure

#93106000 THE SUBFRAME THAT HOLDS THE ENGINE CAME APART CONSUMER CALL FORD TOLD HER THAT SHE WASN'T IN THAT RECALL CAR WAS PURCHASED IN NEBRASKA . T

Oct 18, 1995 Structure

#93106000 THE SUBFRAME THAT HOLDS THE ENGINE CAME APART CONSUMER CALL FORD TOLD HER THAT SHE WASN'T IN THAT RECALL CAR WAS PURCHASED IN NEBRASKA . T

Oct 2, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE CAME APART/SEPARATED FROM BELT STRAP. *DSH

Oct 2, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT BUCKLE CAME APART/SEPARATED FROM BELT STRAP. *DSH

Sep 20, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE DRIVEN JUST EXITING HIGHWAY, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Sep 20, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVER SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCKUP ON REAREND COLLISION. TT

Sep 20, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE DRIVEN JUST EXITING HIGHWAY, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Sep 20, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVER SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCKUP ON REAREND COLLISION. TT

Sep 9, 1995 Seat Belts

THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE OFF THE STRAP . TT

Sep 9, 1995 Seat Belts

THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE OFF THE STRAP . TT

Sep 8, 1995 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE LEFT LANE INTO A ROAD DIVIDER, POSSIBLE DUE TO DEFECT IN STEERING MECHANISM. TT

Sep 8, 1995 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE LEFT LANE INTO A ROAD DIVIDER, POSSIBLE DUE TO DEFECT IN STEERING MECHANISM. TT

Aug 31, 1995 Structure

THE REAR SUB FRAME MOUNT RUSTED AND FELL OUT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Aug 31, 1995 Structure

THE REAR SUB FRAME MOUNT RUSTED AND FELL OUT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Aug 29, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING HAS SOME CORROSION. TT

Aug 29, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING HAS SOME CORROSION. TT

Aug 26, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MOTOR MOUNT FELL OFF DUE TO RUST. TT

Aug 26, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MOTOR MOUNT FELL OFF DUE TO RUST. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Structure

VEHICLES RECALL FOR REAR SUB-FRAME MOUNTS PART HAS FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Seat Belts

THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH CAME OFF THE STRAP . TT

Aug 23, 1995 Structure

VEHICLES RECALL FOR REAR SUB-FRAME MOUNTS PART HAS FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. TT

Aug 23, 1995 Seat Belts

THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH CAME OFF THE STRAP . TT

Aug 11, 1995 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED THREE TIMES. *DH

Aug 11, 1995 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED THREE TIMES. *DH

Aug 10, 1995 Equipment Fire

UNDER THE HOOD FIRE, VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN AND WAS PARKING SAW UNDER HOOD SMOKE, ELECTRICAL SHORT AROUND WIRING AROUND THE AIR CONDITIONER PARTS BURNED. TT

Aug 10, 1995 Equipment Fire

UNDER THE HOOD FIRE, VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN AND WAS PARKING SAW UNDER HOOD SMOKE, ELECTRICAL SHORT AROUND WIRING AROUND THE AIR CONDITIONER PARTS BURNED. TT

Aug 7, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT CAUGHT IN DOOR LOCK, MAKING THE DOOR IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN. *DSH

Aug 7, 1995 Seat Belts

PROBLEM WITH SEATBELT.

Aug 7, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT CAUGHT IN DOOR LOCK, MAKING THE DOOR IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN. *DSH

Aug 7, 1995 Seat Belts

PROBLEM WITH SEATBELT.

Aug 1, 1995 Steering

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOSS STEERING WHILE DRIVING. TT RECALL 93V106, HOWEVER CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED BECAUSE IT WAS TOO OLD. *SLC

Aug 1, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOSS STEERING WHILE DRIVING. TT RECALL 93V106, HOWEVER CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED BECAUSE IT WAS TOO OLD. *SLC

Aug 1, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOOSE STEERING WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Aug 1, 1995 Steering

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOSS STEERING WHILE DRIVING. TT RECALL 93V106, HOWEVER CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED BECAUSE IT WAS TOO OLD. *SLC

Aug 1, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOSS STEERING WHILE DRIVING. TT RECALL 93V106, HOWEVER CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED BECAUSE IT WAS TOO OLD. *SLC

Aug 1, 1995 Structure

THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLTS PULLED OUT AND CAUSED THE CAR TO LOOSE STEERING WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

Jul 20, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, UNABLE TO LATCH THE SEAT BELT. TT

Jul 20, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, UNABLE TO LATCH THE SEAT BELT. TT

Jul 18, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL APART WITH NO WARNING WHILE IN USE. TT

Jul 18, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL APART WITH NO WARNING WHILE IN USE. TT

Jul 12, 1995 Structure

SUBFRAME BOLTS/MOUNTS FAILED BECAUSE OF CORROSION. *AK

Jul 12, 1995 Structure

SUBFRAME BOLTS/MOUNTS FAILED BECAUSE OF CORROSION. *AK

Jul 4, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD/GASKET FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL, ALSO WHITE SMOKE AND ANTI-FREEZE CAME OUT OF EXHAUST PIPE. *AK

Jul 4, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD/GASKET FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL, ALSO WHITE SMOKE AND ANTI-FREEZE CAME OUT OF EXHAUST PIPE. *AK

Jul 3, 1995 Equipment

A/C LEAKS FREON.

Jul 3, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR MOUNTS FAILED/REPLACED TWICE. *AW

Jul 3, 1995 Suspension

FRONT END MISALIGNED.

Jul 3, 1995 Power Train

LEAKING TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES.

Jul 3, 1995 Power Train

RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING LOOSE.

Jul 3, 1995 Visibility

RIGHT REAR WINDOW FAILS TO GO COMPLETELY UP.

Jul 3, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELTS FAIL TO RETRACT TIGHTLY.

Jul 3, 1995 Equipment

A/C LEAKS FREON.

Jul 3, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOTOR MOUNTS FAILED/REPLACED TWICE. *AW

Jul 3, 1995 Suspension

FRONT END MISALIGNED.

Jul 3, 1995 Power Train

LEAKING TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES.

Jul 3, 1995 Power Train

RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARING LOOSE.

Jul 3, 1995 Visibility

RIGHT REAR WINDOW FAILS TO GO COMPLETELY UP.

Jul 3, 1995 Seat Belts

SEAT BELTS FAIL TO RETRACT TIGHTLY.

Jun 29, 1995 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION NEED TO BE REPLACE OR REBUILT. TT

Jun 29, 1995 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION NEED TO BE REPLACE OR REBUILT. TT

Jun 28, 1995 Power Train

HAD TO HAVE TRANSMISSION REPLACED SEVEN TIMES. VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. *AK

Jun 28, 1995 Power Train

HAD TO HAVE TRANSMISSION REPLACED SEVEN TIMES. VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. *AK

Jun 23, 1995 Seat Belts

THE DRIVERS SEATBELT BUCKLE THE PLASTIC CAME OFF AND IS BROKEN. TT *SLC

Jun 23, 1995 Seat Belts

THE DRIVERS SEATBELT BUCKLE THE PLASTIC CAME OFF AND IS BROKEN. TT *SLC

Jun 20, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TO SHIFT GEARS. *AK

Jun 20, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TO SHIFT GEARS. *AK

Jun 14, 1995 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 82,000 MILES, AT FIRST TRANSMISSION SLIPPED THEN VEHICLE COMPLETELY STOPPED, NP FORWARD/REVERSE GEARS. *AK

Jun 14, 1995 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 82,000 MILES, AT FIRST TRANSMISSION SLIPPED THEN VEHICLE COMPLETELY STOPPED, NP FORWARD/REVERSE GEARS. *AK

Jun 12, 1995 Power Train

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IS LEAKING. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

Jun 12, 1995 Power Train

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IS LEAKING. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

Jun 6, 1995 Seat Belts

THE DRIVERS AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELTS DO NOT LATCH. TT

Jun 6, 1995 Seat Belts

THE DRIVERS AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELTS DO NOT LATCH. TT

Jun 2, 1995 Structure

DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR HANDLE BREAKS OFF DUE TO METAL FATIGUE BROKE AT POINT OF CONNECTION TO DOOR TRAPPING THE DRIVER.DEALER HAS EXTRA SUPPLY /CONSTANT FAILURES.

Jun 2, 1995 Structure

DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR HANDLE BREAKS OFF DUE TO METAL FATIGUE BROKE AT POINT OF CONNECTION TO DOOR TRAPPING THE DRIVER.DEALER HAS EXTRA SUPPLY /CONSTANT FAILURES.

May 24, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT CAME APART WHEN CONSUMER TRIED TO BUCKLE IT. TT

May 24, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT CAME APART WHEN CONSUMER TRIED TO BUCKLE IT. TT

May 23, 1995 Seats Fire

FRONT DRIVERS SEAT CAUGHT FIRE. WAS TOLD BY MANUFACTURER RECALL 91S28 PERFORMED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

May 23, 1995 Seats Fire

FRONT DRIVERS SEAT CAUGHT FIRE. WAS TOLD BY MANUFACTURER RECALL 91S28 PERFORMED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

May 15, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWICE. *SKD

May 15, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD BOLTS BROKE, CAUSING WATER TO LEAK.

May 15, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWICE. *SKD

May 15, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD BOLTS BROKE, CAUSING WATER TO LEAK.

May 12, 1995 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH WOULDN'T CONNECT CONSUMER ALREADY HAD THE ENGINE REBUILT. TT

May 12, 1995 Electrical System

THE IGNITION SWITCH WOULDN'T CONNECT CONSUMER ALREADY HAD THE ENGINE REBUILT. TT

May 10, 1995 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH WIRES BURNT DUE TO SHORT PRIOR TO RECALL. *SD

May 10, 1995 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH WIRES BURNT DUE TO SHORT PRIOR TO RECALL. *SD

May 5, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN, HIT WINDSHIELD. TT

May 5, 1995 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN, HIT WINDSHIELD. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 27, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, REPLACE OXYGEN SENSOR/FAN CONTROL/INJECTORS. TT

Apr 20, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLES COMPOSITE ROTORS SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING AND WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP.RESIDES IN MARYLAND NOT INCLUDED. TT

Apr 20, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES NEEDED ADJUSTMENT. *AK

Apr 20, 1995 Suspension

NOISY FRONT END. *AK

Apr 20, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLES COMPOSITE ROTORS SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING AND WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP.RESIDES IN MARYLAND NOT INCLUDED. TT

Apr 20, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKES NEEDED ADJUSTMENT. *AK

Apr 20, 1995 Suspension

NOISY FRONT END. *AK

Apr 17, 1995 Steering

WHILE DRIVING TIE ROD BROKE, LOSS CONTROL OF CAR. TT

Apr 17, 1995 Steering

WHILE DRIVING TIE ROD BROKE, LOSS CONTROL OF CAR. TT

Apr 10, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

ON THREE DIFFERENT OCASSIONS IN 91', 93', AND 95' THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL. TT

Apr 10, 1995 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION CAUGHT FIRE UPON STARTING VEHICLE, CAUSING INJURY. *SKD

Apr 10, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

ON THREE DIFFERENT OCASSIONS IN 91', 93', AND 95' THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL. TT

Apr 10, 1995 Electrical System Fire

IGNITION CAUGHT FIRE UPON STARTING VEHICLE, CAUSING INJURY. *SKD

Apr 3, 1995 Seat Belts

PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE. TT

Apr 3, 1995 Seat Belts

PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE. TT

Apr 3, 1995 Steering

SOMETHING FAILED IN STEERING MECHANISM WHILE DRY STEERING, RESULTING IN VIBRATION WHEN WHEEL IS TURNED/HELD, FEELS AS IF CAR DOES NOT HAVE POWER STEERING. *DH

Apr 3, 1995 Seat Belts

PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE. TT

Apr 3, 1995 Seat Belts

PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE. TT

Apr 3, 1995 Steering

SOMETHING FAILED IN STEERING MECHANISM WHILE DRY STEERING, RESULTING IN VIBRATION WHEN WHEEL IS TURNED/HELD, FEELS AS IF CAR DOES NOT HAVE POWER STEERING. *DH

Mar 28, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR HOSE LEAKS ANTI-FREEZE.

Mar 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NOISY FRONT BRAKES.

Mar 28, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTERMITTENT STALLING.

Mar 28, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILLER REPLACED.

Mar 28, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE FAILED TO DECELERATE WHEN FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM ACCELERATOR PEDAL, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *AW

Mar 28, 1995 Visibility

HEATER HOSE REPLACED.

Mar 28, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

RADIATOR HOSE LEAKS ANTI-FREEZE.

Mar 28, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NOISY FRONT BRAKES.

Mar 28, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTERMITTENT STALLING.

Mar 28, 1995 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL FILLER REPLACED.

Mar 28, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE FAILED TO DECELERATE WHEN FOOT WAS REMOVED FROM ACCELERATOR PEDAL, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *AW

Mar 28, 1995 Visibility

HEATER HOSE REPLACED.

Mar 27, 1995 Seat Belts

FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL OFF WHILE BEING FASTEN. TT

Mar 27, 1995 Seat Belts

FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL OFF WHILE BEING FASTEN. TT

Mar 24, 1995 Steering Crash

STEERING LOCKUP WHILE DRIVING SPEED 10MPH,IMPACT 12:00 POSITION. TT

Mar 24, 1995 Steering Crash

STEERING LOCKUP WHILE DRIVING SPEED 10MPH,IMPACT 12:00 POSITION. TT

Mar 23, 1995 Steering

TIE RODS RUSTED, HAD THEM REPLACED. TT

Mar 23, 1995 Steering

TIE RODS RUSTED, HAD THEM REPLACED. TT

Mar 17, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT DISENGAGE. TT

Mar 17, 1995 Power Train

INTERLOCK SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING GEAR SHIFT TO LOCK UP. *AK

Mar 17, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT DISENGAGE. TT

Mar 17, 1995 Power Train

INTERLOCK SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSING GEAR SHIFT TO LOCK UP. *AK

Mar 13, 1995 Steering

TWO POWER STEERING LINES RUN PARALLEL; ONE LINE HAS A FITTING WHICH RUBS AGASINST OTHER LINE, CAUSING STEERING FLUID TO LEAK. *AK

Mar 13, 1995 Steering

TWO POWER STEERING LINES RUN PARALLEL; ONE LINE HAS A FITTING WHICH RUBS AGASINST OTHER LINE, CAUSING STEERING FLUID TO LEAK. *AK

Mar 8, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL APART/UNBUCKLED. *SKD

Mar 8, 1995 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE FELL APART/UNBUCKLED. *SKD

Feb 28, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED AND THEN WENT INTO AN UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. TT

Feb 28, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED AND THEN WENT INTO AN UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. TT

Feb 14, 1995 Seat Belts

AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT GOT CAUGHT IN DOOR HINGES, PREVENTING DRIVER TO GET OUT OF CAR; DOOR ONLY OPENED ABOUT 4 INCHES. TT

Feb 14, 1995 Seat Belts

AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT GOT CAUGHT IN DOOR HINGES, PREVENTING DRIVER TO GET OUT OF CAR; DOOR ONLY OPENED ABOUT 4 INCHES. TT

Feb 13, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, ROTORS ON FRONT DISC BRAKE SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, BRAKE WERE INSPECTED AT AUTHORIZED STATION ON JAN 10,1995. TT

Feb 13, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS, ROTORS ON FRONT DISC BRAKE SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, BRAKE WERE INSPECTED AT AUTHORIZED STATION ON JAN 10,1995. TT

Feb 9, 1995 Seats

SEAT BRACKET HAS BROKEN THREE TIMES, SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH. TT

Feb 9, 1995 Seats

SEAT BRACKET HAS BROKEN THREE TIMES, SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH. TT

Feb 1, 1995 Steering

TIE RODS/DRAG LINKS FAILED.

Feb 1, 1995 Steering

TIE RODS/DRAG LINKS FAILED.

Jan 30, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK

Jan 30, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS/CALIPERS.

Jan 30, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

REPLACED FAN BELT/SERPENTINE BELT, ALSO REPLACED ENGINE CYLINDER HEADS.

Jan 30, 1995 Power Train

REPLACED RIGHT AXLE, ALSO REPLACED LEFT CV BOOT.

Jan 30, 1995 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK

Jan 30, 1995 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS/CALIPERS.

Jan 30, 1995 Engine And Engine Cooling

REPLACED FAN BELT/SERPENTINE BELT, ALSO REPLACED ENGINE CYLINDER HEADS.

Jan 30, 1995 Power Train

REPLACED RIGHT AXLE, ALSO REPLACED LEFT CV BOOT.

Jan 27, 1995 Seats Fire

POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING SHORTED OUT, RESULTING IN A FIRE PRIOR TO/AFTER RECALL REPAIRS, OWNER DISCONNECTED PASSENGERS SEAT DUE TO SMOKE/FIRE (91V-036). *AK

Jan 27, 1995 Seats Fire

POWER SEAT SWITCH WIRING SHORTED OUT, RESULTING IN A FIRE PRIOR TO/AFTER RECALL REPAIRS, OWNER DISCONNECTED PASSENGERS SEAT DUE TO SMOKE/FIRE (91V-036). *AK

Jan 24, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

WENT TO APPLY BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

Jan 24, 1995 Vehicle Speed Control

WENT TO APPLY BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT