Table 1 shows nine common structure related problems of the 1998 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the door (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the door hinge (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door problems | |
| Door Hinge problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Bumper problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Trunk Lid problems |
Drivers side door window crank shaft (manual window) snapped off clean inside regulator leaving window utterly inoperable. This happened during normal operation of window during normal operating conditions and warm weather. Dealer claimed "it happens a lot". Read details...
Transmission has a defect, there is a slip when you applying gears. Also, brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor, and grabs a little bit. Dealership is aware of problem. Brakes have failed, on one occasion consumer almost hit a child, brake pedal slips from under foot. Read details...
The dealership had installed an aftermarket rear spoiler on the vehicle without disclosing this information. After having problems with the third brake light in the spoiler in learned it was not a factory part. The dealership stated to me that it was factory. Read details...