Visibility Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Contour

Table 1 shows six common visibility related problems of the 1997 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the defogger controls (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the defogger (four problems).

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Ford Contour


Recently reported Visibility problems of the 1997 Ford Contour

The Defogger Controls problem

The contact owns a 1997 Ford Contour. The contact stated that the defroster stopped working. The vehicle was serviced for NHTSA recall # 01i009000 (visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring) in 2001. The instrument panel and tail lights also do not work.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

This automobile is giving off a horrific burning smell anytime that the heater is turned on. No one at the Ford motor company wants to take responsibility for any of the defects with their products. I would just like to say that, that is beyond poor customer service on the part of Ford.   Read details...

The Blower problem

Consumer received recall notice 01v230000, and called dealership to set up an appointment to have vehicle serviced. Dealership refused service because consumer was not experiencing the problem as described by the recall.   Read details...


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