Ten problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1996 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
Corrosion under the car (police inceptor ). Car was purchase from a local dealer in bamberg, SC that sell many crown victorias. He indicated my car came from up north, pennsylvania.
Vehicle constantly vibrated, when coming to a stop it vibrated so hard as if it was going throw consumer out of the car. Mechanic indicated this was the way vehicle was operating.
Was driving 20mph when front end broke loose. Struts had broken. Vehcle hit ground, andthen was thrown across 2 lanes of traffic. It finally hit a parked vehicle. No injuries.
The struts replaced due to noise & the rear bearing's were replaced due to failure. Problem still exist.
When driving at any speed and stopping at a stop, their is alot of vibrating within the steering and the dashboard rattles.
Consumer bought vehicle in September. She went outside that morning to start it up her vehicle and she noticed a knocking noise comming from underneath the hood. The dealer replaced starter and water pump but problem still exist.
While driving vehicle makes a whinning sound, and loses power. Dealr has been contacted.
While driving extreme vibration occurred within the steering column. Also, engine idled very fast, and the vehicle jerked. , dealer stated that this was a normal condition. Please give any further details.
1. Sterring is vibrating primarily when the a/c is on, 2. In hot weather, vehicle will stall while idling or at a stop.