3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,000 miles

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problem #3

Apr 222004

(reported on)

Contour

  • miles
While traveling 70 mph dash indicator light came on. Vehicle slowed down and then stalled. This problem occurred several times. A technician traced the problem to the fuel tank.

- Clinton, MS, USA

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problem #2

Sep 092003

Contour

  • 102,000 miles
Molded dashboard was shrinking and lifting off of the frame. Consumer was afraid that air bags would deploy prematurely if the shrinking persisted. Manufacturer had not been notified.

- Richmond, VA, USA

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problem #1

Jul 112003

(reported on)

Contour 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Dashboard is coming apart from frame. Ford told the consumer it was a recall. After two to three months past there was no part available for the consumers vehicle.

- Elizabeth City, NC, USA

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