10.0

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

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problem #3

Jul 012002

Sable

  • miles
Vehicle had a massive transmission fluid leak and broke down. Vehicle checked by dealer, who replaced transmission. Two weeks later, leak began again. Vehicle was checked again by dealer, who determined that gasket was is leaking. Gasket was replaced. Approximately two weeks later, vehicle vehicle had 2 oil leaks.

- Lithonia, GA, USA

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problem #2

Jan 132001

(reported on)

Sable

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Odor of hot transmission fluid / oil entering interior at vents, vehicle at operating temperature. Most noticable at complete stop. No leaks visible, suspect fumes from transmission vent being drawn into air intake for ac system past the opening of the hood hinges at cowl.

- North Liberty, IN, USA

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problem #1

Nov 161998

Sable

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer experiencing problem with dealer honoring mfr. Recall notice # 98S-31 & NHTSA recall 98V-288 000 concerning Ford/ transmssion oil cooler line. An incorrect transmission oil cooler line was installed, the line contacts the anti-lock braking system module support bracket and overtime. Can wear and develop a leak onto the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter, which can result in a fire.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

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