10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Sep 091999

Contour

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Heater hose had a leak due to bracket above rubbing into it. Took to dealer & was informed by mechanic it was a design flaw. Had part repaired.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

problem #1

Jul 091999

Contour

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at 55 mph, the heater core blew out, and the consumer lost all power/leaked anti-freeze.

- Portage, WI, USA