On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral. Dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly. Check engine light came on intermittently. Dealer replace 2 O2 sensors and maf sensor. Vehicle pulls to right. Wheel alignment performed. Steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes. Prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service. Replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation. Steering column had to be replaced. At times, vehicle will not shutt off. Right door lock inoperative. Dealer can not duplicate. Customer states fluid leak at rear end. Right axle seal replaced. Passenger head rest rattles over bumps. Dealer could not duplicate. Consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal. Seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor. Seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration. Dealer suggested higher fuel octane. Customer states brake pedal seems low. Brakes ok. Front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph. 4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up. Temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative. Dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs. Coolant leak under car and warning light is on. Dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear. Driver side headlamp burnt out. Headlamp replaced. Transmission slips when not in overdrive. Dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.

- Niles, OH, USA

When applying the brakes the car slows down, but will not stop. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.

- Pukalani, HI, USA

A severe vibration occurs while applying the brakes. Cannot align the front end to Ford Motor Company specifications. All attemps (27 contacts) to get the manufacturer/dealer to repair, replace, or admitt there is a problem while applying the brakes has been to no avail.. the problem still exist. The car continuous pulls to the right.

- Van Buren, AR, USA

Brakes and steering problems

- Pinson, AL, USA

Vehicle pulls to the left upon braking. Also, makes loud popping noises.

- Batavia, OH, USA

When brakes are applied the response is too slow. Manufacturer has been contacted. Car was repaired by dealership before, problems stiil exists.

- Savannah, GA, USA

Continuous brake problems, causing rotors, shoes and pads to crack.

- Moreno Val, CA, USA

Upon applying the brakes there was a vibration and brakes failed, vehicle lost control/ went to the left, the person that was driving died. Information was given by police officer that took the report.

- Bynbrook, NY, USA

When applying the brakes, car shakes and there is some popping noise.

- Griffin, GA, USA

Brakes vibrate/make noise upon application.

- Cedar Lake, IN, USA

During operation, when the brakes are applied, the vehicle slows down, then a sudden acceleration is experienced. This problem has occurred 3 times, this only has taking place when the vehicle slows down.

- Shermansville, PA, USA

When trying to stop vehicle, brakes feel like an washboard and not even.

- Duewoody, GA, USA

Brakes failed.

- Rome, GA, USA

Front brakes vibrate.

- Blacksburg, VA, USA

Brakes are grabbing while braking, experienced total loss of braking.

- Blacksburg, VA, USA

Brake makes noise had the whole system replace.

- Ranchosantam, CA, USA

No warning, applied brakes pedal descended partially then completely. Tow mechanic poured brake fluid in with no increase in pressure.

- Columbia, MD, USA

Brakes are grinding and popping noise-has been in shop 6 times since purchase.

- Virginia Bea, VA, USA

Braking system had to be replaced twice because it crystalized. Would vibrate and was difficult to stop.

- Alburn , GA, USA