Wheel Bolts problems of the 1998 Ford Contour

Two problems related to wheel bolts have been reported for the 1998 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wheel Bolts 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 Wheel Bolts problem

They did not check what was requested. I got charged for something that was not even asked to be checked. Nosafety defect mentioned in summary.


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