Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 1998 Ford Contour

Two problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe have been reported for the 1998 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 04/26/2001

While driving at about 5mph and making a right turn right front wheel came off due to loose lugs: nuts. Dealer has seen vehicle. Consumer states the vehicle has experienced problems with the following: fuel filter, spark plugs, transmission, cv boot, brakes, air filter, wire, rotors need turning, timing gear, timing belt, and vehicle will not start.

2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 12/03/1998

Consumer has been experiencing problems with exhaust pipes. Consumer smell fumes coming through the heater vents. The manufactuere has yet to be contacted.

Other Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of the 1998 Ford Contour

Engine Cooling System problems	30
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	16
Gasoline Engine problems	14
Car Stall problems	14
Engine problems	12
Cooling Fan problems	8
Engine And Engine Cooling problems	8
Check Engine Light On problems	7
Emission Control problems	7
Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems	6
Engine Stall problems	4
Engine Noise problems	4

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