Table 1 shows 13 common suspension related problems of the 1996 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (nine problems).
My car was recalled in 2001. The past 6 mo my electrical system smells like its burning or something melting. Almost like its going to catch on fire Read details...
I printed out all of the recalls on 1996, Ford Contour but when I went to the Ford place they said the recalls are not on my particular car. So is that so? that cars are made in batches and only certain batches are recalled. I have a 1996 Ford Contour, 4 cylinder motor. Read details...
The parking brake wouldn't release. We towed the car to midas. The inspection identified normal brake wear, but also serious front end deficiencies. The manager told us both front coil springs were broken and had been broken for some time, causing one strut to bend. Read details...