10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Feb 252002

Econoline

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front engine timing cover is leaking coolant. Heater was not working, causing consumer to have it inspected. Coolant is leaking into engine, and slowly damaging engine. Dealer was contacted. Consumer states that the vehicle now needs a new engine.

- Old Town, ME, USA

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problem #2

Jan 201998

Econoline

  • miles
Heater core failed.

- Laguna Nig, CA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 081999

Econoline

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer was driving approximately 4-5 mph, made a U-turn and pressed hand brake and van accelerated to high speed, consumer rearended vehicle in front. Also, had to replace master cylinder/ heater core/premature worn out tires, and starter.

- New Berlin, WI, USA

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