Five problems related to wiring have been reported for the 1999 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My car sporadic stalled in traffic because the new fuel pump would shut off. The cause was faulty wiring that shorted out and in turn destroyed the cars computer. No parts are available so dealer was using parts from different make/model parts for repairs. I was told that this is a recurring problem.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning, a fog of mist leaked through the vents. The vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment. Per inspection; a short was found in the main wiring loom. The vehicle was totaled.
Something in my wiring has burnt and shorted out wires in my car from trunk to under hood. Car is being repaired as I write and is going to be very expensive. This is a 1999 Ford Contour se. A new wiring harness is being ordered and all wiring needs replacement. The car just stalled riding down road, had to have it towed. Have been without car for approx. 1 week now.
Electrical system - blinkers will not work, a/c will not come on, lighted switches on the doors will not light, and will not come out of park. Have been told possible electrical harness is bad. Was told by Ford service manager that this is a known problem but Ford will not make any recalls on it.
Vehicle started smoking, consumer took the problem to the dealer who found that some wires had melted and must have shorted something out.