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15E082000 Oct 6, 2015 STEERING

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain model Dorman Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 7-0359, and OE Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 425-...

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Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

WARNING THAT JACK LIFTING REAR WHEEL COULD COLLAPSE AND KILL SOMEONE. 00V200 recall notice I need the papers and changes to the instruction manual. I tried calling Ford to no avail. I tried 4 dealers listed to no avail. Wonderful car company.......................

Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

WARNING THAT JACK LIFTING REAR WHEEL COULD COLLAPSE AND KILL SOMEONE. 00V200 recall notice I need the papers and changes to the instruction manual. I tried calling Ford to no avail. I tried 4 dealers listed to no avail. Wonderful car company.......................

Jun 15, 2023 Engine

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Jun 15, 2023 Unknown Or Other

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Jun 15, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

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Jun 15, 2023 Engine

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Jun 15, 2023 Unknown Or Other

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Jun 15, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

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Jun 30, 2022 Visibility 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that after turning off the windshield wipers, the wiper arms stopped in the middle of the windshield and became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle ha...

Jun 30, 2022 Visibility 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that after turning off the windshield wipers, the wiper arms stopped in the middle of the windshield and became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle ha...

Jun 29, 2022 Air Bags Crash

#AIRBAGS... ON MAY14TH 2022...I [XXX] had a wreck, and the Airbags didn't deploy, at a speed of 50mph...Which caused very serious personal injuries. As, a concussion, whiplash, Sprained thorax spine and bottom of my back, strained ligament in my knee, rib contusion, fractured tooth!! INFORMATION R...

Jun 29, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

#AIRBAGS... ON MAY14TH 2022...I [XXX] had a wreck, and the Airbags didn't deploy, at a speed of 50mph...Which caused very serious personal injuries. As, a concussion, whiplash, Sprained thorax spine and bottom of my back, strained ligament in my knee, rib contusion, fractured tooth!! INFORMATION R...

Jun 29, 2022 Air Bags Crash

#AIRBAGS... ON MAY14TH 2022...I [XXX] had a wreck, and the Airbags didn't deploy, at a speed of 50mph...Which caused very serious personal injuries. As, a concussion, whiplash, Sprained thorax spine and bottom of my back, strained ligament in my knee, rib contusion, fractured tooth!! INFORMATION R...

Jun 29, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

#AIRBAGS... ON MAY14TH 2022...I [XXX] had a wreck, and the Airbags didn't deploy, at a speed of 50mph...Which caused very serious personal injuries. As, a concussion, whiplash, Sprained thorax spine and bottom of my back, strained ligament in my knee, rib contusion, fractured tooth!! INFORMATION R...

Nov 5, 2020 Service Brakes

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Nov 5, 2020 Engine

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Nov 5, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Nov 5, 2020 Service Brakes

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Nov 5, 2020 Engine

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Nov 5, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

AIR LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD OR EGR OR PCM SYSTEM CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE DIRTY FUEL INJECTION

Oct 22, 2020 Engine

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS CRACK

Oct 22, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS CRACK

Oct 22, 2020 Engine

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS CRACK

Oct 22, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS CRACK

Sep 7, 2020 Wheels 156 mi

HEY I HAVE A 2000 MERCURY MARQUIS AND EVERYTHING FOR THESE CARS I'M HAVING THE SAME ISSUE BUT DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND RECALLS

Sep 7, 2020 Wheels 156 mi

HEY I HAVE A 2000 MERCURY MARQUIS AND EVERYTHING FOR THESE CARS I'M HAVING THE SAME ISSUE BUT DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND RECALLS

Jul 4, 2020 Exterior Lighting 140 mi

THE LIGHTS WENT OUT WHEN I WAS DRIVING

Jul 4, 2020 Exterior Lighting 140 mi

THE LIGHTS WENT OUT WHEN I WAS DRIVING

Nov 12, 2019 Exterior Lighting 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES UNTIL THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED T...

Nov 12, 2019 Exterior Lighting 240,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES UNTIL THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED T...

May 28, 2019 Engine 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN TRAVELING UP HILL. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE...

May 28, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN TRAVELING UP HILL. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE...

May 28, 2019 Engine 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN TRAVELING UP HILL. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE...

May 28, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN TRAVELING UP HILL. THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE...

Mar 27, 2019 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN, THE STEERING WOULD NOT ALIGN WITH THE TURN AN...

Mar 27, 2019 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN, THE STEERING WOULD NOT ALIGN WITH THE TURN AN...

Sep 15, 2018 Steering 179,000 mi

"GRAND MARQUIS LS RECALL " STEERING IS BECOMING INCREASINGLY UNSTABLE.

Sep 15, 2018 Steering 179,000 mi

"GRAND MARQUIS LS RECALL " STEERING IS BECOMING INCREASINGLY UNSTABLE.

Jul 24, 2018 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT RESTRAIN. ALSO, THE STEERING ROD WAS BROKEN AND FIXED AT THE LAST INSPECTION WHICH WAS 5/2018. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE SEAT BELTS WOULD COST $1500 OR MORE TO REPAIR. I SAW ON THIS WEBSITE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON SEAT BELTS NOT RESTRAINING.

Jul 24, 2018 Steering 75,000 mi

THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT RESTRAIN. ALSO, THE STEERING ROD WAS BROKEN AND FIXED AT THE LAST INSPECTION WHICH WAS 5/2018. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE SEAT BELTS WOULD COST $1500 OR MORE TO REPAIR. I SAW ON THIS WEBSITE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON SEAT BELTS NOT RESTRAINING.

Jul 24, 2018 Seat Belts 75,000 mi

THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT RESTRAIN. ALSO, THE STEERING ROD WAS BROKEN AND FIXED AT THE LAST INSPECTION WHICH WAS 5/2018. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE SEAT BELTS WOULD COST $1500 OR MORE TO REPAIR. I SAW ON THIS WEBSITE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON SEAT BELTS NOT RESTRAINING.

Jul 24, 2018 Steering 75,000 mi

THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT RESTRAIN. ALSO, THE STEERING ROD WAS BROKEN AND FIXED AT THE LAST INSPECTION WHICH WAS 5/2018. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE SEAT BELTS WOULD COST $1500 OR MORE TO REPAIR. I SAW ON THIS WEBSITE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON SEAT BELTS NOT RESTRAINING.

May 23, 2018 Seat Belts 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILUR...

May 23, 2018 Seat Belts 73,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH INTO THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILUR...

Apr 24, 2018 Engine 43,000 mi

I BELIEVE THIS ISSUE EFFECTS MILLIONS OF FORD AND MERCURY VEHICLES, MANY OF WHICH ARE TAXI, GOVERNMENT, AND POLICE CARS. APPARENTLY, THE COMPUTER (PCM) THAT CONTROLS THE ENGINE CAN SHUT THE ENGINE DOWN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVING WHEN CERTAIN SENSORS FAIL (AT LEAST 2 KNOWN SENSORS PER MY RESEARCH)....

Apr 24, 2018 Engine 43,000 mi

I BELIEVE THIS ISSUE EFFECTS MILLIONS OF FORD AND MERCURY VEHICLES, MANY OF WHICH ARE TAXI, GOVERNMENT, AND POLICE CARS. APPARENTLY, THE COMPUTER (PCM) THAT CONTROLS THE ENGINE CAN SHUT THE ENGINE DOWN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVING WHEN CERTAIN SENSORS FAIL (AT LEAST 2 KNOWN SENSORS PER MY RESEARCH)....

Jan 26, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 258,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WHEN PUTTING GAS IN MY CAR THE FUEL LEAKS OUT BEFORE THE GAS GETS INTO THE TANK BY FUEL FILTER. AND THE STEERING COLUMN MAKES A POPPING AND WINDING SOUND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS IN USE DRIVING THE CAR.

Jan 26, 2018 Steering 258,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WHEN PUTTING GAS IN MY CAR THE FUEL LEAKS OUT BEFORE THE GAS GETS INTO THE TANK BY FUEL FILTER. AND THE STEERING COLUMN MAKES A POPPING AND WINDING SOUND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS IN USE DRIVING THE CAR.

Jan 26, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 258,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WHEN PUTTING GAS IN MY CAR THE FUEL LEAKS OUT BEFORE THE GAS GETS INTO THE TANK BY FUEL FILTER. AND THE STEERING COLUMN MAKES A POPPING AND WINDING SOUND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS IN USE DRIVING THE CAR.

Jan 26, 2018 Steering 258,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" WHEN PUTTING GAS IN MY CAR THE FUEL LEAKS OUT BEFORE THE GAS GETS INTO THE TANK BY FUEL FILTER. AND THE STEERING COLUMN MAKES A POPPING AND WINDING SOUND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS IN USE DRIVING THE CAR.

Dec 14, 2017 Structure 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE ENTIRE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE...

Dec 14, 2017 Structure 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE ENTIRE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE...

Sep 29, 2017 Electrical System 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN PROMPTED. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURRED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEADLAMP MODULE WAS F...

Sep 29, 2017 Exterior Lighting 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN PROMPTED. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURRED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEADLAMP MODULE WAS F...

Sep 29, 2017 Electrical System 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN PROMPTED. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURRED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEADLAMP MODULE WAS F...

Sep 29, 2017 Exterior Lighting 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN PROMPTED. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURRED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEADLAMP MODULE WAS F...

Jul 31, 2017 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE SINCE APRIL OF 2017. IN ADDITION, THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE FAILED. A DEALER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Jul 31, 2017 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE SINCE APRIL OF 2017. IN ADDITION, THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE FAILED. A DEALER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Apr 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other Fire 136,000 mi

VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN LESS THAN ONE MILE TO WORK, SAT FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS AND WAS DRIVEN BACK HOME (LESS THAN ONE MILE). THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY, TURNED OFF, FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED.

Apr 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other Fire 136,000 mi

VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN LESS THAN ONE MILE TO WORK, SAT FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS AND WAS DRIVEN BACK HOME (LESS THAN ONE MILE). THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY, TURNED OFF, FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED.

Apr 18, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 60,589 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" FANS WORK WHEN THEY WANT TO, THEY HAVEN'T WORKED IN CLOSE THE THREE WEEKS WENT TO SLOW DOWN TO YEILD ONTO A HIGHWAY AND THE FANS CUT ON FULL FORCE AND WOULDN'T SHUT OFF DRIED CONTACTS OUT AND CAUSED ME TO ALMOST GO INTO A DITCH . THEY FINALLY SHUT OFF LATER THAT AFTERNOON.

Apr 18, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 60,589 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" FANS WORK WHEN THEY WANT TO, THEY HAVEN'T WORKED IN CLOSE THE THREE WEEKS WENT TO SLOW DOWN TO YEILD ONTO A HIGHWAY AND THE FANS CUT ON FULL FORCE AND WOULDN'T SHUT OFF DRIED CONTACTS OUT AND CAUSED ME TO ALMOST GO INTO A DITCH . THEY FINALLY SHUT OFF LATER THAT AFTERNOON.

Apr 17, 2017 Interior Lighting 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT'S FATHER OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING AND HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF AND ON WITHOUT WARNING AND A CLICKING SOUND COULD BE HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEA...

Apr 17, 2017 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT'S FATHER OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING AND HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF AND ON WITHOUT WARNING AND A CLICKING SOUND COULD BE HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEA...

Apr 17, 2017 Interior Lighting 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT'S FATHER OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING AND HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF AND ON WITHOUT WARNING AND A CLICKING SOUND COULD BE HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEA...

Apr 17, 2017 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT'S FATHER OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING AND HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF AND ON WITHOUT WARNING AND A CLICKING SOUND COULD BE HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL YEA...

Dec 22, 2016 Steering Crash 90,000 mi

A BOLT IN THE SHIFTING LINKAGE LOOSENS OVER TIME ON MANY FORD MODELS. OUR BOLT APPARENTLY LOOSENED & CAUSES SHIFTER TO BE IN A GREAT OTHER THAN WHAT IS INDICATED ON THE DASH. OUR VEHICLE INDICATED IT WAS IN THE ' PARK' POSITION, BUT WAS NOT. THE VEHICLE LATER ROLLED DOWN THE HILL & CAUSED NEARLY $12...

Dec 22, 2016 Steering Crash 90,000 mi

A BOLT IN THE SHIFTING LINKAGE LOOSENS OVER TIME ON MANY FORD MODELS. OUR BOLT APPARENTLY LOOSENED & CAUSES SHIFTER TO BE IN A GREAT OTHER THAN WHAT IS INDICATED ON THE DASH. OUR VEHICLE INDICATED IT WAS IN THE ' PARK' POSITION, BUT WAS NOT. THE VEHICLE LATER ROLLED DOWN THE HILL & CAUSED NEARLY $12...

Sep 21, 2016 Air Bags Crash 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. AFTER MERGING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, A TRAILER SIDESWIPPED THE ENTIRE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER OF THE TRAILER ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN PRIOR TO CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEP...

Sep 21, 2016 Air Bags Crash 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. AFTER MERGING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, A TRAILER SIDESWIPPED THE ENTIRE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER OF THE TRAILER ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN PRIOR TO CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEP...

Aug 3, 2016 Visibility/wiper 300,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED AND PREVENTED THE RAIN FROM BEING CLEARED FROM THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300,000.

Aug 3, 2016 Visibility/wiper 300,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED AND PREVENTED THE RAIN FROM BEING CLEARED FROM THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300,000.

Feb 22, 2016 Steering 156,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN GA HIGHWAY 16 FROM DUBLIN, GA TO WARNER ROBINS, GA THE CAR STARTED SWAYING AND BECOME VERY HARD TO CONTROLL. NEARLY MISSED GOING UNDER A SEMI.EXTREMELY SCAREY. HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD FORCIBLY. TURN VEHICLE OFF WAITED FOR A WHILE THEN PROCEEDED HOME VERY CATIOUSLY.

Feb 22, 2016 Suspension 156,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN GA HIGHWAY 16 FROM DUBLIN, GA TO WARNER ROBINS, GA THE CAR STARTED SWAYING AND BECOME VERY HARD TO CONTROLL. NEARLY MISSED GOING UNDER A SEMI.EXTREMELY SCAREY. HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD FORCIBLY. TURN VEHICLE OFF WAITED FOR A WHILE THEN PROCEEDED HOME VERY CATIOUSLY.

Feb 22, 2016 Steering 156,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN GA HIGHWAY 16 FROM DUBLIN, GA TO WARNER ROBINS, GA THE CAR STARTED SWAYING AND BECOME VERY HARD TO CONTROLL. NEARLY MISSED GOING UNDER A SEMI.EXTREMELY SCAREY. HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD FORCIBLY. TURN VEHICLE OFF WAITED FOR A WHILE THEN PROCEEDED HOME VERY CATIOUSLY.

Feb 22, 2016 Suspension 156,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN GA HIGHWAY 16 FROM DUBLIN, GA TO WARNER ROBINS, GA THE CAR STARTED SWAYING AND BECOME VERY HARD TO CONTROLL. NEARLY MISSED GOING UNDER A SEMI.EXTREMELY SCAREY. HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD FORCIBLY. TURN VEHICLE OFF WAITED FOR A WHILE THEN PROCEEDED HOME VERY CATIOUSLY.

Dec 3, 2015 Electrical System 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT AND BLACK SMOKE BEGAN TO POUR INTO THE CABIN FROM UNDER THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE....

Dec 3, 2015 Electrical System 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT AND BLACK SMOKE BEGAN TO POUR INTO THE CABIN FROM UNDER THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE....

Jun 23, 2015 Exterior Lighting 237,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED AND SUDDENLY FAILED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Jun 23, 2015 Exterior Lighting 237,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED AND SUDDENLY FAILED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

May 26, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 92,958 mi

REPLACEMENT AIRTEX FUEL PUMP (MODEL E2272S) DETERMINED TO BE LEAKING GASOLINE FROM WHERE THE ELECTRICAL WIRES PASS THROUGH THE NYLON/PLASTIC CONNECTOR BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND/OR FROM THE JUNCTION OF THE NYLON/PLASTIC WIRE BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND THE FUEL PUMPS METAL HOUSING. FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICL...

May 26, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 92,958 mi

REPLACEMENT AIRTEX FUEL PUMP (MODEL E2272S) DETERMINED TO BE LEAKING GASOLINE FROM WHERE THE ELECTRICAL WIRES PASS THROUGH THE NYLON/PLASTIC CONNECTOR BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND/OR FROM THE JUNCTION OF THE NYLON/PLASTIC WIRE BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND THE FUEL PUMPS METAL HOUSING. FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICL...

Mar 23, 2015 Engine 105,000 mi

A SPARK WAS BLOWN OUT OF THE CYLINDER HEAD. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED 3 TIMES (2010, 2014, 2014), EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CYLINDER. ONE OF THESE TIMES, IT OCCURRED TO MY WIFE 140 KM AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD TO GUESS THAT IT WAS A BLOWN SPARK PLUG AND INSTRUCTED HER TO DRIVE THE CAR TO TORONTO IN THIS CONDI...

Mar 23, 2015 Engine 105,000 mi

A SPARK WAS BLOWN OUT OF THE CYLINDER HEAD. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED 3 TIMES (2010, 2014, 2014), EACH TIME A DIFFERENT CYLINDER. ONE OF THESE TIMES, IT OCCURRED TO MY WIFE 140 KM AWAY FROM HOME. I HAD TO GUESS THAT IT WAS A BLOWN SPARK PLUG AND INSTRUCTED HER TO DRIVE THE CAR TO TORONTO IN THIS CONDI...

Mar 4, 2015 Exterior Lighting 133,240 mi

HEADLIGHTS KEEP CUTTING IN AND OUT. TURNING ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. GOING 65 DOWN AN EXPRESSWAY AND HAVING YOUR HEADLIGHTS JUST SHUT OFF IS NOT THE SAFEST OF CONDITIONS. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THE HEADLIGHT MODULE HAS A NOTED ISSUE ON OTHER FORD VEHICLES AND ITS VERY DANGEROUS. I HAD MY 5 YEAR OLD NIECE...

Mar 4, 2015 Exterior Lighting 133,240 mi

HEADLIGHTS KEEP CUTTING IN AND OUT. TURNING ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. GOING 65 DOWN AN EXPRESSWAY AND HAVING YOUR HEADLIGHTS JUST SHUT OFF IS NOT THE SAFEST OF CONDITIONS. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THE HEADLIGHT MODULE HAS A NOTED ISSUE ON OTHER FORD VEHICLES AND ITS VERY DANGEROUS. I HAD MY 5 YEAR OLD NIECE...

Jul 30, 2014 Exterior Lighting

T* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS, HEADLIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILU...

Jul 30, 2014 Electrical System

T* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS, HEADLIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILU...

Jul 30, 2014 Exterior Lighting

T* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS, HEADLIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILU...

Jul 30, 2014 Electrical System

T* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS, HEADLIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILU...

Jul 7, 2014 Exterior Lighting 128,325 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A TWO LANE ROAD AFTER DARK WHEN SUDDENLY THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT AND A VERY LOUD BUZZING NOISE OCCURRED SIMULTANEOUSLY IN THE DASH. I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN SAFELY BECAUSE TWO CARS WERE MEETING US AND THEIR LIGHTS AFFORDED ENOUGH VISION TO KEEP MY CAR IN MY LANE. I PULLED OFF THE R...

Jul 7, 2014 Exterior Lighting 128,325 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A TWO LANE ROAD AFTER DARK WHEN SUDDENLY THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT AND A VERY LOUD BUZZING NOISE OCCURRED SIMULTANEOUSLY IN THE DASH. I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN SAFELY BECAUSE TWO CARS WERE MEETING US AND THEIR LIGHTS AFFORDED ENOUGH VISION TO KEEP MY CAR IN MY LANE. I PULLED OFF THE R...

Mar 22, 2014 Engine 71,290 mi

WHILE REPLACING THE THERMOSTAT, A CRACK DEVELOPED IN THE PLASTIC CROSSOVER CHANNEL IN THE PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD ALLOWING THE ENGINE COOLANT TO LEAK WHEN THE THERMOSTAT OPENED. FORD KNOWS THIS TO BE DEFECTIVE AND HAS REPLACED THE ALL PLASTIC MANIFOLD WITH AN ALUMINUM CROSSOVER FOR THE COOLANT. THE ...

Mar 22, 2014 Engine 71,290 mi

WHILE REPLACING THE THERMOSTAT, A CRACK DEVELOPED IN THE PLASTIC CROSSOVER CHANNEL IN THE PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD ALLOWING THE ENGINE COOLANT TO LEAK WHEN THE THERMOSTAT OPENED. FORD KNOWS THIS TO BE DEFECTIVE AND HAS REPLACED THE ALL PLASTIC MANIFOLD WITH AN ALUMINUM CROSSOVER FOR THE COOLANT. THE ...

Mar 20, 2014 Engine 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THERMOSTAT WAS LEAKING. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED HOWEVER, THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILED AND FELL INTO THE THERMOSTAT AFTER THE REPLACEMENT. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE SENSOR COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR AREA WHIC...

Mar 20, 2014 Engine 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THERMOSTAT WAS LEAKING. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED HOWEVER, THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILED AND FELL INTO THE THERMOSTAT AFTER THE REPLACEMENT. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE SENSOR COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR AREA WHIC...

Oct 16, 2013 Exterior Lighting 71,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE WIRES WERE DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Oct 16, 2013 Exterior Lighting 71,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE WIRES WERE DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Sep 14, 2013 Electrical System 163,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A DARK COUNTRY ROAD WITH MY GRANDDAUGHTER IN THE BACK WHO IS 3 1/2. HAD THE HIGH BEAMS ON. LOST HEADLIGHTS, DASH LIGHTS, TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IF IT WASN'T FOR KNOWING THE ROAD AND NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS AROUND WOULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD WRECK. THERE ARE A LOT OF LAKES AND HILLS AR...

Sep 14, 2013 Exterior Lighting 163,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A DARK COUNTRY ROAD WITH MY GRANDDAUGHTER IN THE BACK WHO IS 3 1/2. HAD THE HIGH BEAMS ON. LOST HEADLIGHTS, DASH LIGHTS, TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IF IT WASN'T FOR KNOWING THE ROAD AND NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS AROUND WOULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD WRECK. THERE ARE A LOT OF LAKES AND HILLS AR...

Sep 14, 2013 Electrical System 163,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A DARK COUNTRY ROAD WITH MY GRANDDAUGHTER IN THE BACK WHO IS 3 1/2. HAD THE HIGH BEAMS ON. LOST HEADLIGHTS, DASH LIGHTS, TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IF IT WASN'T FOR KNOWING THE ROAD AND NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS AROUND WOULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD WRECK. THERE ARE A LOT OF LAKES AND HILLS AR...

Sep 14, 2013 Exterior Lighting 163,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A DARK COUNTRY ROAD WITH MY GRANDDAUGHTER IN THE BACK WHO IS 3 1/2. HAD THE HIGH BEAMS ON. LOST HEADLIGHTS, DASH LIGHTS, TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IF IT WASN'T FOR KNOWING THE ROAD AND NO OTHER VEHICLE WAS AROUND WOULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD WRECK. THERE ARE A LOT OF LAKES AND HILLS AR...

Apr 12, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 132,208 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH. THE CONTACT NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK. THE MECHANIC STATE...

Apr 12, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 132,208 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH. THE CONTACT NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK. THE MECHANIC STATE...

Nov 28, 2012 Electrical System 165,656 mi

VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A MARYLAND SECONDARY ROAD AND THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEM FAILED. THE CAR CONTINUED TO OPERATE BUT WITH NO HEADLIGHTS, RUNNING LIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS. BASICALLY IT FORCED US TO FIND A QUICK SAFE PULL OFF USING A FLASHLIGHT FOR VISION. TOMORROW THE CAR IS RECEIVING A ...

Nov 28, 2012 Exterior Lighting 165,656 mi

VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A MARYLAND SECONDARY ROAD AND THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEM FAILED. THE CAR CONTINUED TO OPERATE BUT WITH NO HEADLIGHTS, RUNNING LIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS. BASICALLY IT FORCED US TO FIND A QUICK SAFE PULL OFF USING A FLASHLIGHT FOR VISION. TOMORROW THE CAR IS RECEIVING A ...

Nov 28, 2012 Electrical System 165,656 mi

VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A MARYLAND SECONDARY ROAD AND THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEM FAILED. THE CAR CONTINUED TO OPERATE BUT WITH NO HEADLIGHTS, RUNNING LIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS. BASICALLY IT FORCED US TO FIND A QUICK SAFE PULL OFF USING A FLASHLIGHT FOR VISION. TOMORROW THE CAR IS RECEIVING A ...

Nov 28, 2012 Exterior Lighting 165,656 mi

VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A MARYLAND SECONDARY ROAD AND THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEM FAILED. THE CAR CONTINUED TO OPERATE BUT WITH NO HEADLIGHTS, RUNNING LIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS. BASICALLY IT FORCED US TO FIND A QUICK SAFE PULL OFF USING A FLASHLIGHT FOR VISION. TOMORROW THE CAR IS RECEIVING A ...

Sep 16, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Sep 16, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Sep 16, 2012 Structure 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Sep 16, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Sep 16, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Sep 16, 2012 Structure 78,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING, LIKE THERE WAS NEVER A PRIMER PUT ON THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE VEHICLE SURGES QUITE OFTEN. I HAVE REPLACED THE MANIFOLD SPARK PLUGS SEVERAL TIMES ALSO COILS. IS THERE A RECALL ON MERCURYS PAINT THAT I CAN GET SOME HELP WITH? *TR

Jun 22, 2012 Tires 98,520 mi

SUSPECTED A TIRE RUNOUT PROBLEM ON RIGHT FRONT TIRE. HAD TIRES INSPECTED AND ROTATED BY RESPECTED TIRE COMPANY BEFORE 500 MILE DRIVE TO MONTEREY, CA. WHILE THERE, FELT A SLIGHT WOBBLE IN THE REAR OF THE CAR. DURING RETURN TRIP TO SOUTHERN OREGON, A VIBRATION BEGAN AND WORSENED AS TIME WENT ON. AT 11...

Jun 22, 2012 Tires 98,520 mi

SUSPECTED A TIRE RUNOUT PROBLEM ON RIGHT FRONT TIRE. HAD TIRES INSPECTED AND ROTATED BY RESPECTED TIRE COMPANY BEFORE 500 MILE DRIVE TO MONTEREY, CA. WHILE THERE, FELT A SLIGHT WOBBLE IN THE REAR OF THE CAR. DURING RETURN TRIP TO SOUTHERN OREGON, A VIBRATION BEGAN AND WORSENED AS TIME WENT ON. AT 11...

Apr 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR TO REPLACE MY CHEVROLET CAPRICE(GREAT CAR) ON 719 07 THIS CAR HAS MAJOR ISSUES THAT FORD MOTOR COMPANY REFUSES TO ADDRESS. JULY 2011 FUEL TANK FILLER NECK RUSTED CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD DEC20 11 REAR AXLE CONTROL ARM CRACKED CAUSING CAR TO SWAY FEB 2012 PLASTIC INTAKE CRAC...

Apr 20, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR TO REPLACE MY CHEVROLET CAPRICE(GREAT CAR) ON 719 07 THIS CAR HAS MAJOR ISSUES THAT FORD MOTOR COMPANY REFUSES TO ADDRESS. JULY 2011 FUEL TANK FILLER NECK RUSTED CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD DEC20 11 REAR AXLE CONTROL ARM CRACKED CAUSING CAR TO SWAY FEB 2012 PLASTIC INTAKE CRAC...

Jan 24, 2012 Visibility 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN FAILED TO QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 00V138000(VISIBILITY:W...

Jan 24, 2012 Visibility 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN FAILED TO QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 00V138000(VISIBILITY:W...

Dec 13, 2011 Steering 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN HE STARTED HAVING DIFFICULTIES TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ...

Dec 13, 2011 Steering 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN HE STARTED HAVING DIFFICULTIES TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ...

Jun 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THE HE SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT LOOKED AT THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WHICH INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD OVERHEATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS MAD...

Jun 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THE HE SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT LOOKED AT THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WHICH INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD OVERHEATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS MAD...

Apr 22, 2011 Seat Belts 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE FAILURE STARTED INTERMITTENTLY BUT BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALLS ASSOCIA...

Apr 22, 2011 Seat Belts 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE FAILURE STARTED INTERMITTENTLY BUT BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALLS ASSOCIA...

Mar 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 98,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED. AS HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC STOP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ACCELERATING TOWARD TRAFFIC AND IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, HE VE...

Mar 4, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 98,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED. AS HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC STOP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ACCELERATING TOWARD TRAFFIC AND IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, HE VE...

Feb 23, 2011 Air Bags Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND LIGHTLY CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS THEN DEPLOYED ABNORMALLY, SEVERAL MOMENTS AFTER THE CRASH OCCURRED. THE CON...

Feb 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND LIGHTLY CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS THEN DEPLOYED ABNORMALLY, SEVERAL MOMENTS AFTER THE CRASH OCCURRED. THE CON...

Feb 23, 2011 Air Bags Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND LIGHTLY CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS THEN DEPLOYED ABNORMALLY, SEVERAL MOMENTS AFTER THE CRASH OCCURRED. THE CON...

Feb 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND LIGHTLY CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS THEN DEPLOYED ABNORMALLY, SEVERAL MOMENTS AFTER THE CRASH OCCURRED. THE CON...

Feb 7, 2011 Unknown Or Other 46,000 mi

THE BLOWER FAN OF THE HEATER & DEFROSTER FAILED TO OPERATE. WINDSHIELD FROST ON THE OUTSIDE AND FOG ON THE INSIDE COULD NOT BE REMOVED THUS MAKING DRIVING VERY HAZARDOUS. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS THE PROBLEM RESOLVED ITSELF BUT REOCCURRED EVERY YEAR OR TWO. I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM RECENTLY DURING THE L...

Feb 7, 2011 Unknown Or Other 46,000 mi

THE BLOWER FAN OF THE HEATER & DEFROSTER FAILED TO OPERATE. WINDSHIELD FROST ON THE OUTSIDE AND FOG ON THE INSIDE COULD NOT BE REMOVED THUS MAKING DRIVING VERY HAZARDOUS. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS THE PROBLEM RESOLVED ITSELF BUT REOCCURRED EVERY YEAR OR TWO. I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM RECENTLY DURING THE L...

Jan 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,700 mi

SPARK PLUG BLEW OUT OF #8 CYLINDER WITHOUT WARNING MERGING ONTO HIGHWAY. IF THIS HAPPENS ON A DIFFERENT CYLINDER IT COULD PUNCTURE THE FUEL RAIL; ULTIMATELY CAUSING A FIRE FROM THE IGNITION COIL SPARK.

Jan 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,700 mi

SPARK PLUG BLEW OUT OF #8 CYLINDER WITHOUT WARNING MERGING ONTO HIGHWAY. IF THIS HAPPENS ON A DIFFERENT CYLINDER IT COULD PUNCTURE THE FUEL RAIL; ULTIMATELY CAUSING A FIRE FROM THE IGNITION COIL SPARK.

Nov 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 167,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LUNGES FORWARD (RPM INCREASE @1000 AND LOUD GROWL FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT) WHEN APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT AND/OR ALREADY STOPPED AT A LIGHT. EVERYTHING RETURNS TO NORMAL WHEN I ACCELERATE AGAIN, UNTIL THE NEXT LIGHT. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM BUT VERY ANNOYING. THE...

Nov 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 167,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LUNGES FORWARD (RPM INCREASE @1000 AND LOUD GROWL FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT) WHEN APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT AND/OR ALREADY STOPPED AT A LIGHT. EVERYTHING RETURNS TO NORMAL WHEN I ACCELERATE AGAIN, UNTIL THE NEXT LIGHT. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM BUT VERY ANNOYING. THE...

Sep 24, 2010 Seat Belts 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WAS ABNORMALLY LOOSE AROUND THE CONTACT WHILE FASTENED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THEY DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNAV...

Sep 24, 2010 Seat Belts 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WAS ABNORMALLY LOOSE AROUND THE CONTACT WHILE FASTENED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THEY DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNAV...

Aug 28, 2010 Exterior Lighting 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Aug 28, 2010 Electrical System 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Aug 28, 2010 Interior Lighting 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Aug 28, 2010 Exterior Lighting 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Aug 28, 2010 Electrical System 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Aug 28, 2010 Interior Lighting 140,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS THAT I BOUGHT N 05 AS OF THE LAST PAST YEAR I CANT DRIVE AT NIGHT CAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING I HAVE BEEN TICKETED 4 THIS AND HAVE TAKEN IT TO A DEALER ONLY TO GET NO HELP. AFTER DRIVING 10-15MINS THEY WILL CLICK AND TURN OFF AFTER 1-5MINS POP BACK ON. ...

Dec 29, 2009 Visibility 84,090 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. SHE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE HOME SAFELY. A MECHANIC FROM A REPAIR FACILITY ADVISED HER TO CALL THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL # 00V138000(VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER). AN APPOIN...

Dec 29, 2009 Visibility 84,090 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. SHE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE HOME SAFELY. A MECHANIC FROM A REPAIR FACILITY ADVISED HER TO CALL THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL # 00V138000(VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER). AN APPOIN...

Jun 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 59,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC BRAKE FAILURE ON 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. INVOLVED POWER BRAKES, BOOSTER, ABS SYSTEM. CAUSED MINOR INJURIES BUT TOTAL LOSS OF TWO VEHICLES. *TR

Jun 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 59,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC BRAKE FAILURE ON 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. INVOLVED POWER BRAKES, BOOSTER, ABS SYSTEM. CAUSED MINOR INJURIES BUT TOTAL LOSS OF TWO VEHICLES. *TR

Dec 18, 2008 Exterior Lighting 75,500 mi

DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH HIGH BEAMS ON. AFTER AN EXTENDED TIME ,AT LEAST AN HOUR, HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. SWITCHED TO LO BEAMS AND THEY CAME ON, SWITCHED BACK TO HIGH BEAMS AND THEY WENT OFF AGAIN. I HAVE A 1994 GRAND MARQUIS AND IT DOES THE EXACT SAME THING. REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BREAKER AND STILL HAV...

Dec 18, 2008 Exterior Lighting 75,500 mi

DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH HIGH BEAMS ON. AFTER AN EXTENDED TIME ,AT LEAST AN HOUR, HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. SWITCHED TO LO BEAMS AND THEY CAME ON, SWITCHED BACK TO HIGH BEAMS AND THEY WENT OFF AGAIN. I HAVE A 1994 GRAND MARQUIS AND IT DOES THE EXACT SAME THING. REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BREAKER AND STILL HAV...

Dec 3, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

CAR STARTED RUNNING HOT ALL OF A SUDDEN..FOUND OUT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED AND THE COOLANT WAS LEAKING ON SPARK PLUGS AND FUEL INJECTORS. CAUSING THE CAR TO MISFIRE AND SLOW TO PICK UP SPEED. TRIED TO GET FIXED BUT WAS TOLD THE EXP. DATE WAS IN 07.SO I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET..I FEEL A REC...

Dec 3, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

CAR STARTED RUNNING HOT ALL OF A SUDDEN..FOUND OUT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED AND THE COOLANT WAS LEAKING ON SPARK PLUGS AND FUEL INJECTORS. CAUSING THE CAR TO MISFIRE AND SLOW TO PICK UP SPEED. TRIED TO GET FIXED BUT WAS TOLD THE EXP. DATE WAS IN 07.SO I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET..I FEEL A REC...

Sep 4, 2008 Steering 17,352 mi

ON 08/18/2008 MY MOTHER TOOK HER VEHICLE TO SUNNYVALE LINCOLN MERCURY DEALERSHIP [408] 732-7000[SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE THERE] BECAUSE SHE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS GETTING THE TRANSMISSION TO GO IN GEAR USING THE GEAR SHIFT HANDLE ON THE STEERING COLOMN. THE DEALERSHIP [INVOICE 24804, GABRIEL MEDINA] S...

Sep 4, 2008 Power Train 17,352 mi

ON 08/18/2008 MY MOTHER TOOK HER VEHICLE TO SUNNYVALE LINCOLN MERCURY DEALERSHIP [408] 732-7000[SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE THERE] BECAUSE SHE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS GETTING THE TRANSMISSION TO GO IN GEAR USING THE GEAR SHIFT HANDLE ON THE STEERING COLOMN. THE DEALERSHIP [INVOICE 24804, GABRIEL MEDINA] S...

Sep 4, 2008 Steering 17,352 mi

ON 08/18/2008 MY MOTHER TOOK HER VEHICLE TO SUNNYVALE LINCOLN MERCURY DEALERSHIP [408] 732-7000[SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE THERE] BECAUSE SHE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS GETTING THE TRANSMISSION TO GO IN GEAR USING THE GEAR SHIFT HANDLE ON THE STEERING COLOMN. THE DEALERSHIP [INVOICE 24804, GABRIEL MEDINA] S...

Sep 4, 2008 Power Train 17,352 mi

ON 08/18/2008 MY MOTHER TOOK HER VEHICLE TO SUNNYVALE LINCOLN MERCURY DEALERSHIP [408] 732-7000[SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE THERE] BECAUSE SHE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS GETTING THE TRANSMISSION TO GO IN GEAR USING THE GEAR SHIFT HANDLE ON THE STEERING COLOMN. THE DEALERSHIP [INVOICE 24804, GABRIEL MEDINA] S...

Aug 20, 2008 Equipment 46,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING FILTER FOR THE AIR VENTS IN THE VEHICLE. FORD STATED THAT THERE WAS NO VACUUM IN THE VENTILATION SYSTEM IN ORDER TO FILTER THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,000 AND CURRENT...

Aug 20, 2008 Equipment 46,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING FILTER FOR THE AIR VENTS IN THE VEHICLE. FORD STATED THAT THERE WAS NO VACUUM IN THE VENTILATION SYSTEM IN ORDER TO FILTER THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,000 AND CURRENT...

Mar 13, 2008 Air Bags Crash

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS AIR BAGS FAILED TO INFLATE IN AN ACCIDENT. CONSUMER STATES THAT HE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT INFLATE. CONSUMER SENT A COMPLAINT TO FORD AND NEVER RECEIVED A RESPONSE. *KB

Mar 13, 2008 Air Bags Crash

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS AIR BAGS FAILED TO INFLATE IN AN ACCIDENT. CONSUMER STATES THAT HE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT INFLATE. CONSUMER SENT A COMPLAINT TO FORD AND NEVER RECEIVED A RESPONSE. *KB

Mar 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK. SHORTLY I NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE LEVEL WAS RAPIDLY DROPPING. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE. FUEL WAS POURING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. A LARGE PUDDLE OF FUEL COLLECTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE FUEL PUMP HAD STUCK AT 65 PSI AND...

Mar 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK. SHORTLY I NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE LEVEL WAS RAPIDLY DROPPING. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE. FUEL WAS POURING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. A LARGE PUDDLE OF FUEL COLLECTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE FUEL PUMP HAD STUCK AT 65 PSI AND...

Mar 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK. SHORTLY I NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE LEVEL WAS RAPIDLY DROPPING. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE. FUEL WAS POURING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. A LARGE PUDDLE OF FUEL COLLECTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE FUEL PUMP HAD STUCK AT 65 PSI AND...

Mar 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK. SHORTLY I NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE LEVEL WAS RAPIDLY DROPPING. I STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE. FUEL WAS POURING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. A LARGE PUDDLE OF FUEL COLLECTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE FUEL PUMP HAD STUCK AT 65 PSI AND...

Sep 19, 2007 Electrical System Fire 81,210 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE, A POIGNANT ODOR, AND SMALL FLAMES SEEPING FROM THE DASHBOARD. HE PULLED OVER, EXITED THE VEHICLE, AND CALLED 911. HE TAMED THE FIRE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS ARRIVED...

Sep 19, 2007 Electrical System Fire 81,210 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE, A POIGNANT ODOR, AND SMALL FLAMES SEEPING FROM THE DASHBOARD. HE PULLED OVER, EXITED THE VEHICLE, AND CALLED 911. HE TAMED THE FIRE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS ARRIVED...

Mar 15, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS BETWEEN 5 AND 10 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000. THERE WERE N...

Mar 15, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS BETWEEN 5 AND 10 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000. THERE WERE N...

Nov 14, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,175 mi

ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO A DEFECTIVE PLASTIC ENGINE INTAKE MANIFOLD. 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS BEGAN TO HESITATE; THE DEALER SAID IT WAS CAUSED BY A DEFECTIVE NYLON INTAKE MANIFOLD, AND THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE COST OF REPAIRS. FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS DEFECT. *NM

Nov 14, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,175 mi

ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO A DEFECTIVE PLASTIC ENGINE INTAKE MANIFOLD. 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS BEGAN TO HESITATE; THE DEALER SAID IT WAS CAUSED BY A DEFECTIVE NYLON INTAKE MANIFOLD, AND THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE COST OF REPAIRS. FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS DEFECT. *NM

Aug 21, 2006 Suspension 48,942 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE A VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE, THE SERVICE DEALER NOTED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN. THERE WERE NO IMMEDIATE REPAIRS MADE TO THE BALL JOINTS.

Aug 21, 2006 Suspension 48,942 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE A VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE, THE SERVICE DEALER NOTED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN. THERE WERE NO IMMEDIATE REPAIRS MADE TO THE BALL JOINTS.

Aug 21, 2006 Suspension 48,942 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE A VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE, THE SERVICE DEALER NOTED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN. THERE WERE NO IMMEDIATE REPAIRS MADE TO THE BALL JOINTS.

Aug 21, 2006 Suspension 48,942 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE A VAPOR MANAGEMENT VALVE, THE SERVICE DEALER NOTED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN. THERE WERE NO IMMEDIATE REPAIRS MADE TO THE BALL JOINTS.

Aug 8, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 63,196 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS DEACTIVATED MANUALLY OR DEACTIVATED BY APPLYING BRAKE PRESSURE, THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS BY PRESSURE IN THE CRUISE CONTROL LINE. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THIS PROBLEM WAS RELATED TO BRAKE REPAIR WORK PERFORM...

Aug 8, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,196 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS DEACTIVATED MANUALLY OR DEACTIVATED BY APPLYING BRAKE PRESSURE, THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS BY PRESSURE IN THE CRUISE CONTROL LINE. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THIS PROBLEM WAS RELATED TO BRAKE REPAIR WORK PERFORM...

Aug 8, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 63,196 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS DEACTIVATED MANUALLY OR DEACTIVATED BY APPLYING BRAKE PRESSURE, THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS BY PRESSURE IN THE CRUISE CONTROL LINE. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THIS PROBLEM WAS RELATED TO BRAKE REPAIR WORK PERFORM...

Aug 8, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,196 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS DEACTIVATED MANUALLY OR DEACTIVATED BY APPLYING BRAKE PRESSURE, THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS WAS BY PRESSURE IN THE CRUISE CONTROL LINE. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THIS PROBLEM WAS RELATED TO BRAKE REPAIR WORK PERFORM...

Jul 12, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE REVVED FOR NO APPARENT REASON AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED PREVIOUSLY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BE TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAD ONE ACCIDENT ABOUT 2.5 YEARS AGO WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A DEER. THE DEALER DETERMINED THEN THAT THERE WERE NO ENGINE PROBLEM...

Jul 12, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 88,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE REVVED FOR NO APPARENT REASON AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED PREVIOUSLY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BE TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAD ONE ACCIDENT ABOUT 2.5 YEARS AGO WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A DEER. THE DEALER DETERMINED THEN THAT THERE WERE NO ENGINE PROBLEM...

May 9, 2006 Seat Belts 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PULLING THE SEAT BELT, THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM LOCKED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO BUCKLE THE SEAT BELT. THE DEALER INDICATED THE SPRING IN THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM WAS BROKEN AND IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

May 9, 2006 Seat Belts 42,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PULLING THE SEAT BELT, THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM LOCKED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO BUCKLE THE SEAT BELT. THE DEALER INDICATED THE SPRING IN THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM WAS BROKEN AND IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Feb 21, 2006 Visibility 57,552 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE REPAIRED PREVIOUSLY UNDER RECALL. LAST SATURDAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WARNING. THERE IS A RECALL, #00V138000 CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER HOWEVER; THE RECALL DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ...

Feb 21, 2006 Visibility 57,552 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE REPAIRED PREVIOUSLY UNDER RECALL. LAST SATURDAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WARNING. THERE IS A RECALL, #00V138000 CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER HOWEVER; THE RECALL DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ...

Dec 7, 2005 Visibility 73,825 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 00V138000 CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL MODULE IN AUGUST 2000. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL MODULE. THE PROBLEM RECURRED. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING. THE REPAIRS...

Dec 7, 2005 Visibility 73,825 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 00V138000 CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL MODULE IN AUGUST 2000. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL MODULE. THE PROBLEM RECURRED. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING. THE REPAIRS...

Nov 15, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,766 mi

CONSUMER 2000 GRAND MARQUIS BRAKES RE-LINED AND REAR ROTORS WERE REPLACED AT 17000 MILES. *TS *JB

Nov 15, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17,766 mi

CONSUMER 2000 GRAND MARQUIS BRAKES RE-LINED AND REAR ROTORS WERE REPLACED AT 17000 MILES. *TS *JB

Nov 9, 2005 Equipment 40,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE FUSES APPROXIMATELY EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS. THE DEALER SAID IT MAY BE THE CLOCK SPRING, BUT THEY WOULD HAVE TO PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO CONFIRM THE PROBLEM. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. THE CONTACT REPORTED THAT THE CONDENSER WENT OUT AT APP...

Nov 9, 2005 Electrical System 40,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE FUSES APPROXIMATELY EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS. THE DEALER SAID IT MAY BE THE CLOCK SPRING, BUT THEY WOULD HAVE TO PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO CONFIRM THE PROBLEM. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. THE CONTACT REPORTED THAT THE CONDENSER WENT OUT AT APP...

Nov 9, 2005 Equipment 40,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE FUSES APPROXIMATELY EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS. THE DEALER SAID IT MAY BE THE CLOCK SPRING, BUT THEY WOULD HAVE TO PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO CONFIRM THE PROBLEM. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. THE CONTACT REPORTED THAT THE CONDENSER WENT OUT AT APP...

Nov 9, 2005 Electrical System 40,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE FUSES APPROXIMATELY EVERY THREE TO FOUR DAYS. THE DEALER SAID IT MAY BE THE CLOCK SPRING, BUT THEY WOULD HAVE TO PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO CONFIRM THE PROBLEM. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. THE CONTACT REPORTED THAT THE CONDENSER WENT OUT AT APP...

Oct 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS ENGINE SHUT DOWN CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE POWER BRAKES AND STEERING. THIS WAS CAUSED BY A SHORT IN SPARK PLUG. *TS THE SHORT OCCURRED IN THE SPARK PLUG ON THE #4 CYLINDER. THIS CONFUSED THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WITH SIGNALS IT WAS RECEIVING FROM THE ENGINE AND TRIED TO...

Oct 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS ENGINE SHUT DOWN CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE POWER BRAKES AND STEERING. THIS WAS CAUSED BY A SHORT IN SPARK PLUG. *TS THE SHORT OCCURRED IN THE SPARK PLUG ON THE #4 CYLINDER. THIS CONFUSED THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WITH SIGNALS IT WAS RECEIVING FROM THE ENGINE AND TRIED TO...

Oct 5, 2005 Electrical System 61,000 mi

CONSUMER 2000 MERCURY MARQUIS LS SHIFTS GEARS ON ITS OWN AT 45 65 MPH AND THEN THE TRAC CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON. *TS WHEN THE TRAC LIGHT CAME ON, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN, AS IF THE CONSUMER HAD USED THE KEY TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION. AFTER SEVERAL VISITS TO DIFFERENT DEALERS, NO ON HAS BEEN...

Oct 5, 2005 Electrical System 61,000 mi

CONSUMER 2000 MERCURY MARQUIS LS SHIFTS GEARS ON ITS OWN AT 45 65 MPH AND THEN THE TRAC CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON. *TS WHEN THE TRAC LIGHT CAME ON, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN, AS IF THE CONSUMER HAD USED THE KEY TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION. AFTER SEVERAL VISITS TO DIFFERENT DEALERS, NO ON HAS BEEN...

Aug 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,584 mi

THE CARS STARTED MISSING AND RUNNING ROUGH EVEN AFTER HAVING A COMPLETE TUNE-UP AND AFTER ABOUT WEEK LATER IT STARTED ALL OVER AND WAS TAKEN INTO THE MERCURY DEALERSHIP THAT FOUND THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT OUR EXPENSE, WHICH WE JUST RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL ...

Aug 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,584 mi

THE CARS STARTED MISSING AND RUNNING ROUGH EVEN AFTER HAVING A COMPLETE TUNE-UP AND AFTER ABOUT WEEK LATER IT STARTED ALL OVER AND WAS TAKEN INTO THE MERCURY DEALERSHIP THAT FOUND THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT OUR EXPENSE, WHICH WE JUST RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL ...

Jun 28, 2005 Visibility 47,530 mi

THE BLOWER MOTOR ON MY GRAND MARQUIS LS BECAME INOPERATIVE. AFTER TROUBLESHOOTING THE PROBLEM, MY SERVICE PROVIDER DETERMINED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER WAS THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY PROCEEDED TO ORDER A NEW ONE, AND WERE INFORMED THAT THIS ITEM WAS ON NATIONWIDE BACKOREDER AND THE...

Jun 28, 2005 Visibility 47,530 mi

THE BLOWER MOTOR ON MY GRAND MARQUIS LS BECAME INOPERATIVE. AFTER TROUBLESHOOTING THE PROBLEM, MY SERVICE PROVIDER DETERMINED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER WAS THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM. THEY PROCEEDED TO ORDER A NEW ONE, AND WERE INFORMED THAT THIS ITEM WAS ON NATIONWIDE BACKOREDER AND THE...

Apr 28, 2005 Suspension

2000 MERCURY MARQUIS HAS A DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR BOX. *MR THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE BUSHING IN THE STEERING GEAR BOX THAT PUT A BINDING MOTION ON THE STEERING MECHANISM. THE BINDING ACTION WAS OVERRIDDEN BY POWER ASSIST ON TURNS, BUT NECESSITATED THAT THE POWER ASSIST BE USED TO COM...

Apr 28, 2005 Suspension

2000 MERCURY MARQUIS HAS A DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR BOX. *MR THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A DEFECTIVE BUSHING IN THE STEERING GEAR BOX THAT PUT A BINDING MOTION ON THE STEERING MECHANISM. THE BINDING ACTION WAS OVERRIDDEN BY POWER ASSIST ON TURNS, BUT NECESSITATED THAT THE POWER ASSIST BE USED TO COM...

Apr 20, 2005 Electrical System

2000 GRAND MARQUIS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS, INTERIOR LIGHTS AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS. TWO MONTHS LATER WHILE DRIVING, THE HEADLIGHTS AND DASH LIGHTS WENT OUT. AFTER AB...

Apr 20, 2005 Electrical System

2000 GRAND MARQUIS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE HEADLIGHTS, INTERIOR LIGHTS AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS. TWO MONTHS LATER WHILE DRIVING, THE HEADLIGHTS AND DASH LIGHTS WENT OUT. AFTER AB...

Mar 28, 2005 Electrical System 20,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS GOING ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT STARTED SHAKING. THEN, LOST ITS TRACTION CONTROL, AND CAUSED THE LIGHTS IN THE DASHBOARD TO TURN OFF. THIS EVENTUALLY LED THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER LOST STEERING. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR A CHECKUP, BUT THE RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE CAU...

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS GOING ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT STARTED SHAKING. THEN, LOST ITS TRACTION CONTROL, AND CAUSED THE LIGHTS IN THE DASHBOARD TO TURN OFF. THIS EVENTUALLY LED THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER LOST STEERING. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR A CHECKUP, BUT THE RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE CAU...

Mar 28, 2005 Electrical System 20,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS GOING ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT STARTED SHAKING. THEN, LOST ITS TRACTION CONTROL, AND CAUSED THE LIGHTS IN THE DASHBOARD TO TURN OFF. THIS EVENTUALLY LED THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER LOST STEERING. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR A CHECKUP, BUT THE RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE CAU...

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS GOING ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT STARTED SHAKING. THEN, LOST ITS TRACTION CONTROL, AND CAUSED THE LIGHTS IN THE DASHBOARD TO TURN OFF. THIS EVENTUALLY LED THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER LOST STEERING. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR A CHECKUP, BUT THE RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE CAU...

Mar 22, 2005 Exterior Lighting 29,700 mi

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THAT THE BATTERY SYSTEM WILL WEAR DOWN. *AK

Mar 22, 2005 Interior Lighting 29,700 mi

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THAT THE BATTERY SYSTEM WILL WEAR DOWN. *AK

Mar 22, 2005 Exterior Lighting 29,700 mi

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THAT THE BATTERY SYSTEM WILL WEAR DOWN. *AK

Mar 22, 2005 Interior Lighting 29,700 mi

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THAT THE BATTERY SYSTEM WILL WEAR DOWN. *AK

Mar 21, 2005 Exterior Lighting

WHILE BEING PARKED THE HEADLIGHTS WILL INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND OFF WITHOUT A KEY BEING IN THE IGNITION. CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER CHANGED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. HOWEVER, WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS COMPLETELY WENT OUT. THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH.

Mar 21, 2005 Exterior Lighting

WHILE BEING PARKED THE HEADLIGHTS WILL INTERMITTENTLY COME ON AND OFF WITHOUT A KEY BEING IN THE IGNITION. CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER CHANGED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. HOWEVER, WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS COMPLETELY WENT OUT. THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH.

Mar 16, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD DEVELOPED CRACKS. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE COOLANT LEAKED ONTO THE COILS THAT CONNECT TO THE SPARK PLUGS, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE AND SKIP CYLINDERS. *AK

Mar 16, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD DEVELOPED CRACKS. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE COOLANT LEAKED ONTO THE COILS THAT CONNECT TO THE SPARK PLUGS, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE AND SKIP CYLINDERS. *AK

Feb 16, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING ON WITH THE SPEED CONTROL ON , THE ENGINE ABRUPTLY STOPPED. *BF THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED OFF, WHICH INACTIVATED THE SPEED CONTROL, AND THE ENGINE WAS STARTED WITH NO PROBLEM. *SC THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS A SMELL HOT BURNING WIRES.*JB

Feb 16, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING ON WITH THE SPEED CONTROL ON , THE ENGINE ABRUPTLY STOPPED. *BF THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED OFF, WHICH INACTIVATED THE SPEED CONTROL, AND THE ENGINE WAS STARTED WITH NO PROBLEM. *SC THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS A SMELL HOT BURNING WIRES.*JB

Feb 3, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 108,161 mi

THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY TO 60 MPH. THE CONSUMER PUT THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL TO SLOW IT DOWN. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE GARAGE THE RPM(S) WERE COMPLETELY OPEN. THE IDLE VALVE WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AND REPLACED.

Feb 3, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 108,161 mi

THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY TO 60 MPH. THE CONSUMER PUT THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL TO SLOW IT DOWN. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE GARAGE THE RPM(S) WERE COMPLETELY OPEN. THE IDLE VALVE WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AND REPLACED.

Jan 31, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED. AFTER WAITING FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. VEHICLE CONTINUED TO RUN FOR A WHILE BEFORE IT STALLED AGAIN. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP, AND NOTHING COULD BE FOUND.*AK

Jan 31, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED. AFTER WAITING FOR A LITTLE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. VEHICLE CONTINUED TO RUN FOR A WHILE BEFORE IT STALLED AGAIN. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP, AND NOTHING COULD BE FOUND.*AK

Jan 28, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE MADE A VERY LOUD NOISE. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND GOT NO SATISFACTION. TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT REAR END BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO DETERIORATION. *AK

Jan 28, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE MADE A VERY LOUD NOISE. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND GOT NO SATISFACTION. TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT REAR END BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO DETERIORATION. *AK

Jan 18, 2005 Exterior Lighting 63,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE LIGHTS CUT OFF. CONSUMER STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND THE LIGHTS CAME ON. THEY CONTINUED TO SHUT OFF AND ON AT LEAST FOUR MORE TIMES BEFORE THE CONSUMER COULD DRIVE HOME.*AK *TC

Jan 18, 2005 Exterior Lighting 63,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE LIGHTS CUT OFF. CONSUMER STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND THE LIGHTS CAME ON. THEY CONTINUED TO SHUT OFF AND ON AT LEAST FOUR MORE TIMES BEFORE THE CONSUMER COULD DRIVE HOME.*AK *TC

Jan 4, 2005 Structure 33,350 mi

WHEN TRAVELING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS (65-70 MPH) OR GREATER AN UNBEARABLE NOISE/ VIBERATION JUST AT THE BACK OF THE HOOD AND LEADING EDGE OF WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE MAKES DRIVING A NIGHTMARE. TOOK TO DEALER AND MERCURY HAS ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS EXACT PROBLEM. DEALER NO...

Jan 4, 2005 Structure 33,350 mi

WHEN TRAVELING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS (65-70 MPH) OR GREATER AN UNBEARABLE NOISE/ VIBERATION JUST AT THE BACK OF THE HOOD AND LEADING EDGE OF WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE MAKES DRIVING A NIGHTMARE. TOOK TO DEALER AND MERCURY HAS ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS EXACT PROBLEM. DEALER NO...

Dec 28, 2004 Electrical System 58,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON WHEN THERE IS NO ONE IN THE VEHICLE AND NO KEY IS IN THE IGNITION. NO OTHER LIGHTS COME ON. *JB

Dec 28, 2004 Electrical System 58,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON WHEN THERE IS NO ONE IN THE VEHICLE AND NO KEY IS IN THE IGNITION. NO OTHER LIGHTS COME ON. *JB

Nov 30, 2004 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WARNING ALARM GOES OFF WHILE PARKED AND WARMING ENGINE. NO ONE IN CAR.PROGRAMABLE NOT TO GO OFF WHEN SET. PROGRAM LOOSES MEMORY WHEN COOL WEATHER SETS IN. HAS HAPPENED THE LAST THREE YEARS . WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL. WHY DOES IT NOT HAPPEN IN WARM WEATHER?*AK

Nov 30, 2004 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WARNING ALARM GOES OFF WHILE PARKED AND WARMING ENGINE. NO ONE IN CAR.PROGRAMABLE NOT TO GO OFF WHEN SET. PROGRAM LOOSES MEMORY WHEN COOL WEATHER SETS IN. HAS HAPPENED THE LAST THREE YEARS . WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL. WHY DOES IT NOT HAPPEN IN WARM WEATHER?*AK

Nov 9, 2004 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HAD TWO SEPARATED BLOWOUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATED 14000 MILES, THE SECOND AFTER 30000 MILES. COOPER SIGMA REGENT TIRES 225/60/15, RATED AB. *NM *TC

Nov 9, 2004 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HAD TWO SEPARATED BLOWOUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATED 14000 MILES, THE SECOND AFTER 30000 MILES. COOPER SIGMA REGENT TIRES 225/60/15, RATED AB. *NM *TC

Sep 30, 2004 Seat Belts 148,000 mi

BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS WILL NOT PROPERLY RETRACT AFTER THE DRIVER OR THE PASSENGER EXITED THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED.*AK

Sep 30, 2004 Seat Belts 148,000 mi

BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS WILL NOT PROPERLY RETRACT AFTER THE DRIVER OR THE PASSENGER EXITED THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED.*AK

Sep 13, 2004 Seat Belts

PROBLEMS WITH SEATBELTS ON 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. *MR THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. (THE PUSH BUTTON ON THE BUCKLE WOULD NOT RELEASE) *SC *JB

Sep 13, 2004 Seat Belts

PROBLEMS WITH SEATBELTS ON 2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. *MR THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. (THE PUSH BUTTON ON THE BUCKLE WOULD NOT RELEASE) *SC *JB

Aug 18, 2004 Exterior Lighting

WHEN EVER THE CAR IS DROVE WITH ITS LIGHTS ON BRIGHT, AFTER 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING, THE LIGHTS START TO FLICKER AND EVERY THING IN THE DASH GOES OUT ALONG WITH THE LIGHTS, WHICH LEAVES YOU IN TOTAL DARKNESS, WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. SO FAR THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY ACCIDENTS OR I...

Aug 18, 2004 Exterior Lighting

WHEN EVER THE CAR IS DROVE WITH ITS LIGHTS ON BRIGHT, AFTER 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING, THE LIGHTS START TO FLICKER AND EVERY THING IN THE DASH GOES OUT ALONG WITH THE LIGHTS, WHICH LEAVES YOU IN TOTAL DARKNESS, WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. SO FAR THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY ACCIDENTS OR I...

Apr 21, 2004 Tires 20,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING ON A 2 LANE BACK ROAD AT 30 MPH. ALSO, THE JACK BROKE IN HALF WHEN VEHICLE WAS BEING JACKED UP TO REMOVE THE BLOWOUT TIRE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH DOWN AND ALMOST SEVER THE CONSUMER'S LEG. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, AND REQUESTED...

Apr 21, 2004 Equipment 20,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING ON A 2 LANE BACK ROAD AT 30 MPH. ALSO, THE JACK BROKE IN HALF WHEN VEHICLE WAS BEING JACKED UP TO REMOVE THE BLOWOUT TIRE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH DOWN AND ALMOST SEVER THE CONSUMER'S LEG. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, AND REQUESTED...

Apr 21, 2004 Tires 20,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING ON A 2 LANE BACK ROAD AT 30 MPH. ALSO, THE JACK BROKE IN HALF WHEN VEHICLE WAS BEING JACKED UP TO REMOVE THE BLOWOUT TIRE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH DOWN AND ALMOST SEVER THE CONSUMER'S LEG. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, AND REQUESTED...

Apr 21, 2004 Equipment 20,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING ON A 2 LANE BACK ROAD AT 30 MPH. ALSO, THE JACK BROKE IN HALF WHEN VEHICLE WAS BEING JACKED UP TO REMOVE THE BLOWOUT TIRE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH DOWN AND ALMOST SEVER THE CONSUMER'S LEG. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, AND REQUESTED...

Apr 6, 2004 Visibility 58,000 mi

THE WIPER CONTROL MODULE FAILED IN A BLIZZARD, AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION. WHAT BOTHERS ME THE MOST IS THAT THIS WIPER CONTROL MODULE WAS THE SUBJECT OF A RECALL. I COMPLIED WITH THE RECALL AND HAD THE MODULE REPLACED. BUT IT'S OBVIOUS TO ME THAT FORD EITHER DID NOT REPLACE THE PART OR JUST...

Apr 6, 2004 Visibility 58,000 mi

THE WIPER CONTROL MODULE FAILED IN A BLIZZARD, AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION. WHAT BOTHERS ME THE MOST IS THAT THIS WIPER CONTROL MODULE WAS THE SUBJECT OF A RECALL. I COMPLIED WITH THE RECALL AND HAD THE MODULE REPLACED. BUT IT'S OBVIOUS TO ME THAT FORD EITHER DID NOT REPLACE THE PART OR JUST...

Feb 4, 2004 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS WITH 41,000 MILES AND HAD TO REPLACE THE DRIVE HAFT. I WAS GETTING NOTICABLE VIBRATION ABOVE 65. DRIVE SHAFT WAS BENT. VIBRATION IS GONE BUT THERE IS SOME LOW LEVEL NOISE FROM THE REAR END. MECHANIC SAYS IT IS THE GEARS.*AK I ALSO OWN A 1999 GRAND MARQUIS WITH THE S...

Feb 4, 2004 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 GRAND MARQUIS WITH 41,000 MILES AND HAD TO REPLACE THE DRIVE HAFT. I WAS GETTING NOTICABLE VIBRATION ABOVE 65. DRIVE SHAFT WAS BENT. VIBRATION IS GONE BUT THERE IS SOME LOW LEVEL NOISE FROM THE REAR END. MECHANIC SAYS IT IS THE GEARS.*AK I ALSO OWN A 1999 GRAND MARQUIS WITH THE S...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 72,000 mi

AIR CONTROL VALVE FAILURE. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY MY 90,000 MILE WARRANTY. WHY NOT? SHOP SAID AN ITEM THAT CONTROLS BRAKING JAMMED CAUSING THE BRAKES IN THE FRONT BRAKES NOT TO RETRACT AFTER RELEASING PEDAL THEREFORE DESTROYING CALIPERS PADS & ROTORS. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY EXTENDED WARRANTY EI...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

AIR CONTROL VALVE FAILURE. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY MY 90,000 MILE WARRANTY. WHY NOT? SHOP SAID AN ITEM THAT CONTROLS BRAKING JAMMED CAUSING THE BRAKES IN THE FRONT BRAKES NOT TO RETRACT AFTER RELEASING PEDAL THEREFORE DESTROYING CALIPERS PADS & ROTORS. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY EXTENDED WARRANTY EI...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 72,000 mi

AIR CONTROL VALVE FAILURE. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY MY 90,000 MILE WARRANTY. WHY NOT? SHOP SAID AN ITEM THAT CONTROLS BRAKING JAMMED CAUSING THE BRAKES IN THE FRONT BRAKES NOT TO RETRACT AFTER RELEASING PEDAL THEREFORE DESTROYING CALIPERS PADS & ROTORS. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY EXTENDED WARRANTY EI...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

AIR CONTROL VALVE FAILURE. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY MY 90,000 MILE WARRANTY. WHY NOT? SHOP SAID AN ITEM THAT CONTROLS BRAKING JAMMED CAUSING THE BRAKES IN THE FRONT BRAKES NOT TO RETRACT AFTER RELEASING PEDAL THEREFORE DESTROYING CALIPERS PADS & ROTORS. THIS ITEM NOT COVERED BY EXTENDED WARRANTY EI...

Dec 22, 2003 Tires Crash

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TIRE BLOW OUT.*MR THE CONSUMER RAN OVER AN OBJECT IN THE ROAD, LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A SEMI TRUCK. *CB *JB

Dec 22, 2003 Tires Crash

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TIRE BLOW OUT.*MR THE CONSUMER RAN OVER AN OBJECT IN THE ROAD, LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A SEMI TRUCK. *CB *JB

Dec 10, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DESIGN OF VEHICLE ROTORS ARE CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE PADS.*MR ROUTINE INSPECTION OF THE ROTORS SHOWED DEEP GROOVING OF THE ROTORS BY THE BRAKE PADS. THE WEAR ON THE PADS WAS WITHIN TOLERANCE BUT THE ROTORS HAD TO BE MACHINED TO RESTORE SURFACE INTEGRITY. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURE...

Dec 10, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DESIGN OF VEHICLE ROTORS ARE CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE PADS.*MR ROUTINE INSPECTION OF THE ROTORS SHOWED DEEP GROOVING OF THE ROTORS BY THE BRAKE PADS. THE WEAR ON THE PADS WAS WITHIN TOLERANCE BUT THE ROTORS HAD TO BE MACHINED TO RESTORE SURFACE INTEGRITY. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURE...

Oct 12, 2003 Visibility 30,000 mi

THERE WAS A FAILURE IN THE POWER OPERATED WINDOW MODULE/SWITCH THAT CAUSED THE WINDOWS TO MALFUNCTION. THERE IS A TSB 637533 FOR THIS ISSUE. *NLM WHEN THE SWITCH WAS OPERATED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW WOULD ALSO OPENED/CLOSED. THIS WAS AN INTE...

Oct 12, 2003 Visibility 30,000 mi

THERE WAS A FAILURE IN THE POWER OPERATED WINDOW MODULE/SWITCH THAT CAUSED THE WINDOWS TO MALFUNCTION. THERE IS A TSB 637533 FOR THIS ISSUE. *NLM WHEN THE SWITCH WAS OPERATED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW WOULD ALSO OPENED/CLOSED. THIS WAS AN INTE...

Sep 29, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

REAR BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING OUT EXCESSIVELY, AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE OF EXCESSIVE WEAR IS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Sep 29, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

REAR BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING OUT EXCESSIVELY, AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE OF EXCESSIVE WEAR IS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Air Bags Crash 47,764 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMERS WIFE LOSS CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND HIT THE RAILS ON BOTH SIDES. THE VEHICLE HEADED INTO A DITCH ON THE LEFT SIDE, THE CONSUMER YANKED THE WHEEL TO SEND THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT INSTEAD THE WENT ACROSS TWO LANES AND SLAMMED INTO THE MEDIAN. THE DEALER WAS NOTIF...

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 47,764 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMERS WIFE LOSS CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND HIT THE RAILS ON BOTH SIDES. THE VEHICLE HEADED INTO A DITCH ON THE LEFT SIDE, THE CONSUMER YANKED THE WHEEL TO SEND THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT INSTEAD THE WENT ACROSS TWO LANES AND SLAMMED INTO THE MEDIAN. THE DEALER WAS NOTIF...

Aug 22, 2003 Air Bags Crash 47,764 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMERS WIFE LOSS CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND HIT THE RAILS ON BOTH SIDES. THE VEHICLE HEADED INTO A DITCH ON THE LEFT SIDE, THE CONSUMER YANKED THE WHEEL TO SEND THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT INSTEAD THE WENT ACROSS TWO LANES AND SLAMMED INTO THE MEDIAN. THE DEALER WAS NOTIF...

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 47,764 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMERS WIFE LOSS CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND HIT THE RAILS ON BOTH SIDES. THE VEHICLE HEADED INTO A DITCH ON THE LEFT SIDE, THE CONSUMER YANKED THE WHEEL TO SEND THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT INSTEAD THE WENT ACROSS TWO LANES AND SLAMMED INTO THE MEDIAN. THE DEALER WAS NOTIF...

Aug 1, 2003 Electrical System 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Electrical System 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Exterior Lighting 15,311 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHILE USING HEADLIGHTS AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION HEADLIGHTS FLICKER FROM HIGH TO LOW, AND THE AC RUN FAST AND SLOW. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK *CB

Aug 1, 2003 Electrical System 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Electrical System 15,311 mi

AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. THE AIR CONDITIONER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED NOISE IN THE GEAR BOX. THE TECHNICIAN PACKED GREASE ON THE RIMS AND UNDER THE WHEEL COVERS. THE BATTERY FAILED AND AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ...

Aug 1, 2003 Exterior Lighting 15,311 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHILE USING HEADLIGHTS AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION HEADLIGHTS FLICKER FROM HIGH TO LOW, AND THE AC RUN FAST AND SLOW. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK *CB

Jul 24, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD IS CRACKED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD IS CRACKED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 26, 2003 Steering 21,010 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THE STEERING BELT CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. *NLM PH *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Steering 21,010 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THE STEERING BELT CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. *NLM PH *JB

Jun 9, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL TANK WAS KNOWN TO EXPLODE DURING IMPACT CRASHES.*JB *TT

Jun 9, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE FUEL TANK WAS KNOWN TO EXPLODE DURING IMPACT CRASHES.*JB *TT

Apr 24, 2003 Power Train

AFTER PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE, WITHOUT ANY INDICATION, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED INTO REVERSE. THIS CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE HER BALANCE AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER HER LEG. *JB PH

Apr 24, 2003 Power Train

AFTER PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE, WITHOUT ANY INDICATION, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED INTO REVERSE. THIS CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE HER BALANCE AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER HER LEG. *JB PH

Mar 21, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

THE VEHICLES HEAD GASKET FAILED AND CAUSED AN OIL LEAK . THIS COULD RESULT IN WATER AND OIL MIXING AND TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. *NLM

Mar 21, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

THE VEHICLES HEAD GASKET FAILED AND CAUSED AN OIL LEAK . THIS COULD RESULT IN WATER AND OIL MIXING AND TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. *NLM

Jan 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CONSUMER NOTICED WHILE TRAVELING ENGINE STARTED SKIPPING CONSUMER PULLED VEHICLE OVER AND NOTICED AN ENGINE FIRE. MANUFACTURE WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Jan 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CONSUMER NOTICED WHILE TRAVELING ENGINE STARTED SKIPPING CONSUMER PULLED VEHICLE OVER AND NOTICED AN ENGINE FIRE. MANUFACTURE WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Jan 6, 2003 Electrical System 24,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LS VIN [XXX]. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THE CAR STALLED AND COULDN'T BE STARTED UNTIL PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN TOWED AND REPAIRED AT THE MERCURY GARAGE, THE ONLY CAUSE WAS A DEFECTIVE #8 CYLINDER COIL/PLUG ASSEMBLY. I BELIEVE THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS...

Jan 6, 2003 Electrical System 24,000 mi

2000 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LS VIN [XXX]. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THE CAR STALLED AND COULDN'T BE STARTED UNTIL PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN TOWED AND REPAIRED AT THE MERCURY GARAGE, THE ONLY CAUSE WAS A DEFECTIVE #8 CYLINDER COIL/PLUG ASSEMBLY. I BELIEVE THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS...

Dec 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE GAS PEDAL WHICH IS BELOW THE BRAKE PEDAL ABOUT TWO INCHES. MAKING A FRACTION OF SECOND YOU CAN CONFUSE THE GAS OR THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Dec 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE GAS PEDAL WHICH IS BELOW THE BRAKE PEDAL ABOUT TWO INCHES. MAKING A FRACTION OF SECOND YOU CAN CONFUSE THE GAS OR THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE LINE RUNNING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE ABS MODULE IS A TWO PIECE LINE AND LEAKS. THERE IS A STEEL BRAIDED FLEX LINE RUNNING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH IS CRIMPED ONTO A HARD LINE (STEEL TUBING). THE CRIMPED JOINT LEAKS AND DRAIN THE MASTER CYLINDER OF FLUID, CAUSING LOSS OF BR...

Oct 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE LINE RUNNING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE ABS MODULE IS A TWO PIECE LINE AND LEAKS. THERE IS A STEEL BRAIDED FLEX LINE RUNNING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH IS CRIMPED ONTO A HARD LINE (STEEL TUBING). THE CRIMPED JOINT LEAKS AND DRAIN THE MASTER CYLINDER OF FLUID, CAUSING LOSS OF BR...

Oct 9, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE HAS AN ON GOING HUMMING/VIBRATION NOISE SINCE 10 MILES TO THE PRESENT MILEAGES, WHILE DRIVING FROM 20 MPH OR MORE. VEHICLE BEEN TO THE DEALER ON SIX OCCASIONS AND THE PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

Oct 9, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE HAS AN ON GOING HUMMING/VIBRATION NOISE SINCE 10 MILES TO THE PRESENT MILEAGES, WHILE DRIVING FROM 20 MPH OR MORE. VEHICLE BEEN TO THE DEALER ON SIX OCCASIONS AND THE PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

Aug 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Visibility

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Equipment

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

WHEN MAKING A SLOW LEFT TURN STEERING COLUMN RATTLES. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES. DEALER CANNOT FIND A PROBLEM.*AK *YH

Aug 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Visibility

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Equipment

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, AN UNUSUAL NOISE OCCURS IN ENGINE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING, THEN GRADUALLY GETS LOUDER/MORE FREQUENT. ONE DAY IN PARTICULAR, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED(HOT WEATHER), AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE NOISE STARTED AGAIN, AND WAS EXTREMELY LOUD/DISTRACTING TO OTHERS. ...

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

WHEN MAKING A SLOW LEFT TURN STEERING COLUMN RATTLES. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES. DEALER CANNOT FIND A PROBLEM.*AK *YH

Aug 13, 2002 Electrical System Crash Fire

CONSUMER LOST CONTROL AT 35 MPH ON A GRAVEL ROAD, VEHICLE HIT A TREE, THEN BURSTED INTO FLAMES. CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HAD MET ANOTHER DRIVER GOING SOUTH IN THE MIDDLE AND TRIED TO MISS THE O...

Aug 13, 2002 Steering Crash Fire

CONSUMER LOST CONTROL AT 35 MPH ON A GRAVEL ROAD, VEHICLE HIT A TREE, THEN BURSTED INTO FLAMES. CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HAD MET ANOTHER DRIVER GOING SOUTH IN THE MIDDLE AND TRIED TO MISS THE O...

Aug 13, 2002 Electrical System Crash Fire

CONSUMER LOST CONTROL AT 35 MPH ON A GRAVEL ROAD, VEHICLE HIT A TREE, THEN BURSTED INTO FLAMES. CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HAD MET ANOTHER DRIVER GOING SOUTH IN THE MIDDLE AND TRIED TO MISS THE O...

Aug 13, 2002 Steering Crash Fire

CONSUMER LOST CONTROL AT 35 MPH ON A GRAVEL ROAD, VEHICLE HIT A TREE, THEN BURSTED INTO FLAMES. CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. CAUSE OF FIRE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HAD MET ANOTHER DRIVER GOING SOUTH IN THE MIDDLE AND TRIED TO MISS THE O...

Jul 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE ROUTING TIRE NOTICED GAS LEAKING FROM FILLER PIPE.IN A REAR END ACCIDENT IT COULD OF CAUSE A FIRE. CONTACTED DEALER. REPLACED SEAL.*AK

Jul 22, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE ROUTING TIRE NOTICED GAS LEAKING FROM FILLER PIPE.IN A REAR END ACCIDENT IT COULD OF CAUSE A FIRE. CONTACTED DEALER. REPLACED SEAL.*AK

Jun 24, 2002 Visibility

ON FIRST LONG TRIP IN NEW CAR, EXPERIENCED A LOUD VIBRATION COMING FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDSHIELD WHENEVER APPROACHED 70 MPH. RETURNED TO DEALER THAT OCTOBER, 2000. RETURNRD THE VEHICLE TO DEALER IN DEC, 2001 WITH SAME NOISE. DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT REPEAT NOISE. TOOK BACK IN A WK LATER. SAM...

Jun 24, 2002 Visibility

ON FIRST LONG TRIP IN NEW CAR, EXPERIENCED A LOUD VIBRATION COMING FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDSHIELD WHENEVER APPROACHED 70 MPH. RETURNED TO DEALER THAT OCTOBER, 2000. RETURNRD THE VEHICLE TO DEALER IN DEC, 2001 WITH SAME NOISE. DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT REPEAT NOISE. TOOK BACK IN A WK LATER. SAM...

Jun 18, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 DRIVER IN FRONT SLAMMED ON BRAKES, ALSO CONSUMER SLAMMED ON BRAKES AND VEHICLE TOOK TOO LONG TO STOP.*AK

Jun 18, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 DRIVER IN FRONT SLAMMED ON BRAKES, ALSO CONSUMER SLAMMED ON BRAKES AND VEHICLE TOOK TOO LONG TO STOP.*AK

Apr 6, 2002 Wheels

UNABLE TO REMOVE LUG NUTS FOR THE FIRST TIRE ROTATION AS STUDS OR LUG NUTS WERE STRIPPED. *AK

Apr 6, 2002 Wheels

UNABLE TO REMOVE LUG NUTS FOR THE FIRST TIRE ROTATION AS STUDS OR LUG NUTS WERE STRIPPED. *AK

Mar 19, 2002 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBTATES WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN INSPECTED SEVERAL TIMES BY DEALER; HOWEVER , PPROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 19, 2002 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBTATES WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN INSPECTED SEVERAL TIMES BY DEALER; HOWEVER , PPROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 23, 2002 Power Train

UPON TURNING IGNITION TO START VEHICLE, SWITCHING GEAR FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND ACCELERATING VEHICLE MAKES A LOUD NOISE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.

Jan 23, 2002 Power Train

UPON TURNING IGNITION TO START VEHICLE, SWITCHING GEAR FROM PARK TO REVERSE AND ACCELERATING VEHICLE MAKES A LOUD NOISE, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.

Jan 18, 2002 Tires

ENTIRE RIGHT SIDE OF TIRE FAILED AND BLEW APART, SEPARATING FROM THE EDGE OF THE TIRE WHICH BINDS TO THE RIM. NO EVIDENCE OF A PUNTURE IN THE TREAD PORTION OF THE TIRE. INSIDE OF TIRE HAD DELAMINATED IN SEVERAL PLACES. *AK (TIRESIZE: P22560SR16)

Jan 18, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SINCE NEW, THE VEHICLE HAS HAD BRAKE ISSUES. AFTER ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE BRAKES CONSTANTLY SQUEALED ON APLICATION, DEGENERATING INTO A HARD CONTACT RUMBLE CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO VIBRATE. THE DEALER HAS SERVICE THE VEHICLE THREE TIMES AND REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE. AFTER EVERY REPAIR, THE IS...

Jan 18, 2002 Tires

ENTIRE RIGHT SIDE OF TIRE FAILED AND BLEW APART, SEPARATING FROM THE EDGE OF THE TIRE WHICH BINDS TO THE RIM. NO EVIDENCE OF A PUNTURE IN THE TREAD PORTION OF THE TIRE. INSIDE OF TIRE HAD DELAMINATED IN SEVERAL PLACES. *AK (TIRESIZE: P22560SR16)

Jan 18, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SINCE NEW, THE VEHICLE HAS HAD BRAKE ISSUES. AFTER ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE BRAKES CONSTANTLY SQUEALED ON APLICATION, DEGENERATING INTO A HARD CONTACT RUMBLE CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO VIBRATE. THE DEALER HAS SERVICE THE VEHICLE THREE TIMES AND REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE. AFTER EVERY REPAIR, THE IS...

Jan 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE TURNING, STEERING WOULD NOT RETURN BACK TO CENTER, DEALER REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP. *TT

Jan 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE TURNING, STEERING WOULD NOT RETURN BACK TO CENTER, DEALER REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP. *TT

Jan 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE TURNING, STEERING WOULD NOT RETURN BACK TO CENTER, DEALER REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP. *TT

Jan 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE TURNING, STEERING WOULD NOT RETURN BACK TO CENTER, DEALER REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP. *TT

Dec 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ALSO AT 45 MPH THERE IS A FRONT END SHIMMY. ONLY AT THAT SPEED. NOTHING FRIGHTENING BUT WONDER WHY, WILL IT OCCURR AGAIN LATER AT INCREASED MILEAGE. MY BIGGEST COMPLANT IS THE NOISE COMING IN LEFT SIDE FROM EITHER FRONT OR REAR DOOR. HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER FOUR TIMES AND WE LIVE APPROX. 40 MIL...

Dec 21, 2001 Structure

ALSO AT 45 MPH THERE IS A FRONT END SHIMMY. ONLY AT THAT SPEED. NOTHING FRIGHTENING BUT WONDER WHY, WILL IT OCCURR AGAIN LATER AT INCREASED MILEAGE. MY BIGGEST COMPLANT IS THE NOISE COMING IN LEFT SIDE FROM EITHER FRONT OR REAR DOOR. HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER FOUR TIMES AND WE LIVE APPROX. 40 MIL...

Dec 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ALSO AT 45 MPH THERE IS A FRONT END SHIMMY. ONLY AT THAT SPEED. NOTHING FRIGHTENING BUT WONDER WHY, WILL IT OCCURR AGAIN LATER AT INCREASED MILEAGE. MY BIGGEST COMPLANT IS THE NOISE COMING IN LEFT SIDE FROM EITHER FRONT OR REAR DOOR. HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER FOUR TIMES AND WE LIVE APPROX. 40 MIL...

Dec 21, 2001 Structure

ALSO AT 45 MPH THERE IS A FRONT END SHIMMY. ONLY AT THAT SPEED. NOTHING FRIGHTENING BUT WONDER WHY, WILL IT OCCURR AGAIN LATER AT INCREASED MILEAGE. MY BIGGEST COMPLANT IS THE NOISE COMING IN LEFT SIDE FROM EITHER FRONT OR REAR DOOR. HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER FOUR TIMES AND WE LIVE APPROX. 40 MIL...

Dec 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER A HUMAN ERROR WHEN CHANGING VEHICLE OIL , OIL STARTED LEAKING FROM ENGINE. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS AT ANY TIME, CAUSING ENGINE TO LOCK UP. PLEASE PROVIDEN FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER A HUMAN ERROR WHEN CHANGING VEHICLE OIL , OIL STARTED LEAKING FROM ENGINE. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS AT ANY TIME, CAUSING ENGINE TO LOCK UP. PLEASE PROVIDEN FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH OR HIGHER AND APPLYING BRAKES, A NOISE COMES FROM VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE, MOSTLY TO THE RIGHT SIDE MORE THAN THE LEFT. DELAERSHIP HAS WORKED ON BRAKE CALIPERS, AND REPLACED REAR BRAKES. THESE REPAIRS HAVE FAILED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK CONSUM...

Dec 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH OR HIGHER AND APPLYING BRAKES, A NOISE COMES FROM VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE, MOSTLY TO THE RIGHT SIDE MORE THAN THE LEFT. DELAERSHIP HAS WORKED ON BRAKE CALIPERS, AND REPLACED REAR BRAKES. THESE REPAIRS HAVE FAILED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK CONSUM...

Dec 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH OR HIGHER AND APPLYING BRAKES, A NOISE COMES FROM VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE, MOSTLY TO THE RIGHT SIDE MORE THAN THE LEFT. DELAERSHIP HAS WORKED ON BRAKE CALIPERS, AND REPLACED REAR BRAKES. THESE REPAIRS HAVE FAILED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK CONSUM...

Dec 6, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH OR HIGHER AND APPLYING BRAKES, A NOISE COMES FROM VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE, MOSTLY TO THE RIGHT SIDE MORE THAN THE LEFT. DELAERSHIP HAS WORKED ON BRAKE CALIPERS, AND REPLACED REAR BRAKES. THESE REPAIRS HAVE FAILED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK CONSUM...

Sep 24, 2001 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE TOO DIM TO BE DRIVING AT NIGHT.*AKTHE CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE HEADLAMPS ARE NOT ADEQUATE FOR NIGHT DRIVING, THEY ARE VERY DIM AND DON'T GO THE DISTANCE. NLM

Sep 24, 2001 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE TOO DIM TO BE DRIVING AT NIGHT.*AKTHE CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE HEADLAMPS ARE NOT ADEQUATE FOR NIGHT DRIVING, THEY ARE VERY DIM AND DON'T GO THE DISTANCE. NLM

Sep 10, 2001 Suspension

WHENEVER DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE WOULD BOUNCE FOR NO REASON. ITS AS IF SPRINGS/ SHOCKS WERE NOT GOOD. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND MECHANIC INDICATED PROBLEM WAS NORMAL. VEHCLE WAS TEST DRIVEN AND NO PROBLEM FOUND.*AK

Sep 10, 2001 Suspension

WHENEVER DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE WOULD BOUNCE FOR NO REASON. ITS AS IF SPRINGS/ SHOCKS WERE NOT GOOD. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND MECHANIC INDICATED PROBLEM WAS NORMAL. VEHCLE WAS TEST DRIVEN AND NO PROBLEM FOUND.*AK

Aug 20, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING IN A RESIDENTAL NEIGHBORHOOD, SUDDENLY & WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE LEFT SIDE MIRROR FELL OUT OF THE MOUNT & BROKE. I ALSO HAVE KNOWLEDGE NOW OF THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENING TO 2 OTHER PEOPLE. ONE DRIVES A FORD TARUS & THE OTHER DRIVES A MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS.*AK

Aug 20, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING IN A RESIDENTAL NEIGHBORHOOD, SUDDENLY & WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE LEFT SIDE MIRROR FELL OUT OF THE MOUNT & BROKE. I ALSO HAVE KNOWLEDGE NOW OF THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENING TO 2 OTHER PEOPLE. ONE DRIVES A FORD TARUS & THE OTHER DRIVES A MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS.*AK

Jul 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

IT'S A LEMON, STRAIGHT OUT OF THE FACTORY!! WOULD LIKE MY MONEY BACK OR A NEW CAR! NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jul 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

IT'S A LEMON, STRAIGHT OUT OF THE FACTORY!! WOULD LIKE MY MONEY BACK OR A NEW CAR! NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jul 20, 2001 Power Train

WHILE ENTERING ON TO HIGHWAY AND INCREASING SPEED CAR STALLS AND LOOSES FORCE. WHILE IN PARK CAR JUMPS INTO GEARS, AND WHEN CAR HAS BEEN OFF AND GOES FROM PARKING TO REVERSE CAR JOLTS FORWARD. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN REPAIR THREE TIMES SINCE PURCHASED FOR THE SAME COMPLAINT AND PROBLEM. DEALERS HAS N...

Jul 20, 2001 Power Train

WHILE ENTERING ON TO HIGHWAY AND INCREASING SPEED CAR STALLS AND LOOSES FORCE. WHILE IN PARK CAR JUMPS INTO GEARS, AND WHEN CAR HAS BEEN OFF AND GOES FROM PARKING TO REVERSE CAR JOLTS FORWARD. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN REPAIR THREE TIMES SINCE PURCHASED FOR THE SAME COMPLAINT AND PROBLEM. DEALERS HAS N...

Jun 27, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH STARTED TO CHANGE LANES, AND NOTICED ANOTHER VEHICLE IN SAME LANE, AND SWERVED BACK TO THE RIGHT. AS SOON AS SHE TURNED WHEEL TO RIGHT SHE LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, IT WENT ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO LEFT, AND HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER HEAD-ON . AIRBAGS DID DEPLOY. CONSUMER A...

Jun 27, 2001 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH STARTED TO CHANGE LANES, AND NOTICED ANOTHER VEHICLE IN SAME LANE, AND SWERVED BACK TO THE RIGHT. AS SOON AS SHE TURNED WHEEL TO RIGHT SHE LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, IT WENT ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO LEFT, AND HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER HEAD-ON . AIRBAGS DID DEPLOY. CONSUMER A...

Jun 27, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH STARTED TO CHANGE LANES, AND NOTICED ANOTHER VEHICLE IN SAME LANE, AND SWERVED BACK TO THE RIGHT. AS SOON AS SHE TURNED WHEEL TO RIGHT SHE LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, IT WENT ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO LEFT, AND HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER HEAD-ON . AIRBAGS DID DEPLOY. CONSUMER A...

Jun 27, 2001 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH STARTED TO CHANGE LANES, AND NOTICED ANOTHER VEHICLE IN SAME LANE, AND SWERVED BACK TO THE RIGHT. AS SOON AS SHE TURNED WHEEL TO RIGHT SHE LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, IT WENT ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO LEFT, AND HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER HEAD-ON . AIRBAGS DID DEPLOY. CONSUMER A...

May 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM TOTALLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20-25 MPH GOING DOWN A HILL DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER. VEHICLE IS A TOTAL LOSS. *AK *JB

May 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM TOTALLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20-25 MPH GOING DOWN A HILL DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER. VEHICLE IS A TOTAL LOSS. *AK *JB

May 15, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LINES WOULD RATTLE AGAINST UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. CLAMPS ON FUEL LINES WOULD LOOSEN UP AFTER BEING TIGHTENED BY MECHANIC.*AK

May 15, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LINES WOULD RATTLE AGAINST UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. CLAMPS ON FUEL LINES WOULD LOOSEN UP AFTER BEING TIGHTENED BY MECHANIC.*AK

Apr 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL, AND WHEN PEDAL RETURNS, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURS DUE TO METAL IN BRAKE ASSEMBLY. DEALER CANNOT CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK THE BRAKE PEDAL MAKES THUMP NOISE WHEN APPLYING BRAKE. THE DEALER INSTALLED BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, BUT THE PROBLEM WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE CONSUMER ...

Apr 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL, AND WHEN PEDAL RETURNS, A CLICKING NOISE OCCURS DUE TO METAL IN BRAKE ASSEMBLY. DEALER CANNOT CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK THE BRAKE PEDAL MAKES THUMP NOISE WHEN APPLYING BRAKE. THE DEALER INSTALLED BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, BUT THE PROBLEM WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE CONSUMER ...

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH MADE A SUDDEN STOP WITH ENOUGH SPACE IN FRONT, BUT ABS BRAKES DID NOT WORK OR HOLD AND VEHICLE KEPT COASTING, CAUSING A REAREND ACCIDENT.*AK THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH MADE A SUDDEN STOP WITH ENOUGH SPACE IN FRONT, BUT ABS BRAKES DID NOT WORK OR HOLD AND VEHICLE KEPT COASTING, CAUSING A REAREND ACCIDENT.*AK THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH MADE A SUDDEN STOP WITH ENOUGH SPACE IN FRONT, BUT ABS BRAKES DID NOT WORK OR HOLD AND VEHICLE KEPT COASTING, CAUSING A REAREND ACCIDENT.*AK THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH MADE A SUDDEN STOP WITH ENOUGH SPACE IN FRONT, BUT ABS BRAKES DID NOT WORK OR HOLD AND VEHICLE KEPT COASTING, CAUSING A REAREND ACCIDENT.*AK THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER WAS DEFECTIVE. *YH

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE. PADS NEED TO BE REPLACED. DEALERSHIP MECHANIC SPRAYED SOME LUBRICATION ON BRAKES, BUT THERE IS STILL NOISE. *AK

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE. PADS NEED TO BE REPLACED. DEALERSHIP MECHANIC SPRAYED SOME LUBRICATION ON BRAKES, BUT THERE IS STILL NOISE. *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Steering

POWERSTEERING FLUID LEAKING/GEAR BOX REPLACED TWICE/ PITMAN ARM/ POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED, AND STEERING WHEEL HAS TOO MUCH PLAY, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, CANNOT REMEDY STEERING WHEEL PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 1, 2001 Visibility

WHEN VEHICLE APPROACHES 50+ MPH WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO VIBRATE VERY LOUDLY. VIBRATION LASTS FOR APPROXIMATELY 15-20 SECONDS. DEALERSHIP IS LOOKING AT PROBLEM, BUT AS OF YET FOUND NOTHING OR SEEN DEFECT OCCURRING. *AK THE DEALER RESEALED THE WIND SHIELD AND REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WIND...

Mar 1, 2001 Visibility

WHEN VEHICLE APPROACHES 50+ MPH WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO VIBRATE VERY LOUDLY. VIBRATION LASTS FOR APPROXIMATELY 15-20 SECONDS. DEALERSHIP IS LOOKING AT PROBLEM, BUT AS OF YET FOUND NOTHING OR SEEN DEFECT OCCURRING. *AK THE DEALER RESEALED THE WIND SHIELD AND REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WIND...

Jan 31, 2001 Tires

SIDEWALL SEPARATED FROM TIRE AT HIGH SPEED. *AK (DOT NUMBER: PDXO400 TIRESIZE: 225/60R16)

Jan 31, 2001 Tires

SIDEWALL SEPARATED FROM TIRE AT HIGH SPEED. *AK (DOT NUMBER: PDXO400 TIRESIZE: 225/60R16)

Jan 10, 2001 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND A BUMP IS HIT STEERING WILL SHIMMY, AND VEHICLE WILL MOVE IN A LATERAL MOTION ACROSS SURFACE. DEALR HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK THE MANUFACTURER SAYS ALL 2000 MODELS EXPERIENCE WHEEL SHIMMING AND IS NORMAL. THE DEALER, HOWEVER, SAYS IT WAS CAUSED BY 16" TIRES WHICH...

Jan 10, 2001 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND A BUMP IS HIT STEERING WILL SHIMMY, AND VEHICLE WILL MOVE IN A LATERAL MOTION ACROSS SURFACE. DEALR HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK THE MANUFACTURER SAYS ALL 2000 MODELS EXPERIENCE WHEEL SHIMMING AND IS NORMAL. THE DEALER, HOWEVER, SAYS IT WAS CAUSED BY 16" TIRES WHICH...

Dec 26, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AND THEN A RIGHT TURN HIT BRAKES, INSTEAD OF VEHICLE SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING IT ACCELERATED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT A NEARBY BUILDING. CONSUMER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AND THEN A RIGHT TURN HIT BRAKES, INSTEAD OF VEHICLE SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING IT ACCELERATED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT A NEARBY BUILDING. CONSUMER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AND THEN A RIGHT TURN HIT BRAKES, INSTEAD OF VEHICLE SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING IT ACCELERATED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT A NEARBY BUILDING. CONSUMER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AND THEN A RIGHT TURN HIT BRAKES, INSTEAD OF VEHICLE SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING IT ACCELERATED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT A NEARBY BUILDING. CONSUMER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY. *AK

Dec 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE CRUISE CONTROL IS ACTIVATED IT WILL TURN OFF UNEXPECTEDLY. IN ONE CASE TROTTLE OPENED AND DRIVER HAD TO TURN OFF VEHICLE, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED A CRASH. *AK THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TEN TIMES. *YH

Dec 18, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER HEARS HUMMING IN LEFT FRONT DOOR AREA WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CAN NOT FIND PROBLEM, CONSUMER REMOVED AND REPLACED THE PAN GASKET FLUID AND DRAINED AND FLUSHED THE TORQUE CONVERTER, THIS SEEMED TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *SLC

Dec 18, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT CAR PULLS TO THE LEFT, DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TIRES AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE COMPLAINT ON ROAD TEST. *SLC

Dec 18, 2000 Seat Belts

LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT DOES NOT LOCK ON HARD STOP. *SLC

Dec 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE CRUISE CONTROL IS ACTIVATED IT WILL TURN OFF UNEXPECTEDLY. IN ONE CASE TROTTLE OPENED AND DRIVER HAD TO TURN OFF VEHICLE, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED A CRASH. *AK THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TEN TIMES. *YH

Dec 18, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER HEARS HUMMING IN LEFT FRONT DOOR AREA WHILE DRIVING, DEALER CAN NOT FIND PROBLEM, CONSUMER REMOVED AND REPLACED THE PAN GASKET FLUID AND DRAINED AND FLUSHED THE TORQUE CONVERTER, THIS SEEMED TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *SLC

Dec 18, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT CAR PULLS TO THE LEFT, DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TIRES AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE COMPLAINT ON ROAD TEST. *SLC

Dec 18, 2000 Seat Belts

LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT DOES NOT LOCK ON HARD STOP. *SLC

Dec 13, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT FULLY DEPLOY, JUST HALF WAY. *AK

Dec 13, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT FULLY DEPLOY, JUST HALF WAY. *AK

Dec 5, 2000 Equipment

THE VEHICLES JACKING INSTRUCTIONS WERE INCORRECT AND IF FOLLOWED COULD CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, THE RECALL PACKAGE 00V-200 WAS INCOMPLETE, INSTEAD OF RECEIVING A JACK WARNING LABEL CONSUMER RECEIVED TWO JACK INSTRUCTION LABELS. NLM

Dec 5, 2000 Equipment

THE VEHICLES JACKING INSTRUCTIONS WERE INCORRECT AND IF FOLLOWED COULD CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, THE RECALL PACKAGE 00V-200 WAS INCOMPLETE, INSTEAD OF RECEIVING A JACK WARNING LABEL CONSUMER RECEIVED TWO JACK INSTRUCTION LABELS. NLM

Nov 21, 2000 Steering

SOMETIMES WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL STEERING GETS LOCKED INTO PLACE. MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THERE WAS TOO MUCH PRESSURE COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL LOCKING SYSTEM. IN AN EMERGENCY WON'T BE ABLE TO START CAR. *AK

Nov 21, 2000 Steering

SOMETIMES WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL STEERING GETS LOCKED INTO PLACE. MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THERE WAS TOO MUCH PRESSURE COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL LOCKING SYSTEM. IN AN EMERGENCY WON'T BE ABLE TO START CAR. *AK

Nov 13, 2000 Steering

SOMETIMES WHILE TURNING STEERING WHEEL WILL GET LOCKED INTO PLACE. CONSUMER FEELS THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE THERE IS TOO MUCH PRESSURE COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL LOCKING SYSTEM.*AK *SLC

Nov 13, 2000 Steering

SOMETIMES WHILE TURNING STEERING WHEEL WILL GET LOCKED INTO PLACE. CONSUMER FEELS THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE THERE IS TOO MUCH PRESSURE COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL LOCKING SYSTEM.*AK *SLC

Nov 6, 2000 Electrical System

UNDER WET CONDITIONS HORN WILL ACTIVATE BY ITSELF.WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE ON HORN, HORN WILL SOUND FOR ABOUT 1-30 SECONDS. WHEN IT STOPS, INSIDE AND OUTSIDE LIGHT WILL TURN OFF FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS. VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER 4 TIMES, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE CAUSE.*AK

Nov 6, 2000 Electrical System

UNDER WET CONDITIONS HORN WILL ACTIVATE BY ITSELF.WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE ON HORN, HORN WILL SOUND FOR ABOUT 1-30 SECONDS. WHEN IT STOPS, INSIDE AND OUTSIDE LIGHT WILL TURN OFF FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS. VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER 4 TIMES, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE CAUSE.*AK

Sep 28, 2000 Visibility

EDURING A 500 MILE TRIP ON 7/24 IN THE RAIN WITH LIGHTS ON THE CONTROL BUTTONS ON THE AIRCONDITE\EATER CONTROL PANEL GOT VERY HOT. I WOULD TURN OFF THE LIGHTS AND THE PANEL WOULD COOL DOWN. I REPORTED THIS PROBLEM AT YOU 1-800-392-3673 ON 7/29. I'VE HAD THE AUTO TO CRANBERRY DEALER AND DEMOR'S IN PI...

Sep 28, 2000 Visibility

EDURING A 500 MILE TRIP ON 7/24 IN THE RAIN WITH LIGHTS ON THE CONTROL BUTTONS ON THE AIRCONDITE\EATER CONTROL PANEL GOT VERY HOT. I WOULD TURN OFF THE LIGHTS AND THE PANEL WOULD COOL DOWN. I REPORTED THIS PROBLEM AT YOU 1-800-392-3673 ON 7/29. I'VE HAD THE AUTO TO CRANBERRY DEALER AND DEMOR'S IN PI...

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

THE DRIVERS SIDE VISOR KEPT FALLING DOWN HINDERING DRIVERS VISION. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

THE LEFT REAR DOOR HANDLE WOULDN'T RETRACT AND THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR SEALS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

THE TRUNK WOULD OPEN WITHOUT ACTIVATING THE TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON, IT HAD TO BE REPROGRAMMED. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Exterior Lighting

MUTILFUNCTION SWITCH FAILED. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Equipment

THE BUG SCREEN BECAME LOOSE. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Suspension

WHILE BACKING CAR OUT OF DRIVEWAY THE LEFT CONTROL ARM BROKE CAUSING A LARGE SEGMENT OF THE FRONT END TO DROP TO THE GROUND AND A THE LEFT FRONT TO LIFT AND BE UNRESPONSIVE. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

THE DRIVERS SIDE VISOR KEPT FALLING DOWN HINDERING DRIVERS VISION. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

THE LEFT REAR DOOR HANDLE WOULDN'T RETRACT AND THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR SEALS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

THE TRUNK WOULD OPEN WITHOUT ACTIVATING THE TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON, IT HAD TO BE REPROGRAMMED. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Exterior Lighting

MUTILFUNCTION SWITCH FAILED. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Equipment

THE BUG SCREEN BECAME LOOSE. NLM

Sep 1, 2000 Suspension

WHILE BACKING CAR OUT OF DRIVEWAY THE LEFT CONTROL ARM BROKE CAUSING A LARGE SEGMENT OF THE FRONT END TO DROP TO THE GROUND AND A THE LEFT FRONT TO LIFT AND BE UNRESPONSIVE. NLM

Aug 25, 2000 Suspension

RUMBLING AT 60 MPH. DEALER CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN CAUSE. MANF. CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN REPAIR. BOTH SAY VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE. QUESTION: IF CAUSE IS UNKNOWN, HOW CAN I BE SURE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE?

Aug 25, 2000 Tires

RUMBLING AT 60 MPH. DEALER CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN CAUSE. MANF. CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN REPAIR. BOTH SAY VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE. QUESTION: IF CAUSE IS UNKNOWN, HOW CAN I BE SURE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE?

Aug 25, 2000 Suspension

RUMBLING AT 60 MPH. DEALER CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN CAUSE. MANF. CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN REPAIR. BOTH SAY VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE. QUESTION: IF CAUSE IS UNKNOWN, HOW CAN I BE SURE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE?

Aug 25, 2000 Tires

RUMBLING AT 60 MPH. DEALER CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN CAUSE. MANF. CONFIRMS SYMPTOM WITH UNKNOWN REPAIR. BOTH SAY VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE. QUESTION: IF CAUSE IS UNKNOWN, HOW CAN I BE SURE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DRIVE?

Jul 18, 2000 Electrical System

MY IGNITION KEY WOULD NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE LEVER IN THE PARK POSITION. IT TOOK ME THE BETTER PART OF 10 MINUTES OF ROCKING THE STEERING WHEEL BACK ANFD FORTH BEFORE I COULD GET THE KEY OUT. ALSO, ONE I GOT THE KEY OUT AND STARTED THE ENGINE, AND THEN SHUT ...

Jul 18, 2000 Electrical System

MY IGNITION KEY WOULD NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE LEVER IN THE PARK POSITION. IT TOOK ME THE BETTER PART OF 10 MINUTES OF ROCKING THE STEERING WHEEL BACK ANFD FORTH BEFORE I COULD GET THE KEY OUT. ALSO, ONE I GOT THE KEY OUT AND STARTED THE ENGINE, AND THEN SHUT ...

Jul 13, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING COULD HIT A POTHOLE OR BUMPS AND CHASSIS WILL MAKE VIBRATION, AND COULD FEEL THE VIBRATION ON THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Jul 13, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING COULD HIT A POTHOLE OR BUMPS AND CHASSIS WILL MAKE VIBRATION, AND COULD FEEL THE VIBRATION ON THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Jun 29, 2000 Suspension

WHILE CHECKING THE OIL NOTICED THAT NUT ON THE UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS GONE, AND BOLT WAS HANGING DOWN. ALSO, WHEN BACKING UP WOULD HEAR A CLICKING NOISE. DEFECT CORRECTED BY DEALER. *AK *ML

Jun 29, 2000 Suspension

WHILE CHECKING THE OIL NOTICED THAT NUT ON THE UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS GONE, AND BOLT WAS HANGING DOWN. ALSO, WHEN BACKING UP WOULD HEAR A CLICKING NOISE. DEFECT CORRECTED BY DEALER. *AK *ML

Feb 18, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 18, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 18, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 18, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 21, 2000 Visibility

THE SUN GLARE THE WINDSHIELD GLASS BLOCKED THE DRIVER'S VISION. YH

Jan 21, 2000 Visibility

THE SUN GLARE THE WINDSHIELD GLASS BLOCKED THE DRIVER'S VISION. YH