Automatic Transmission Problems of Ford Contour - part 2

We had this vehicle for 3 yrs and during those years we have come across a number of problems with it. After the first few months of purchase the vehicle was unable to shift into the proper gear, it would get stuck on park and we were unable a drive it a number of times. We then problems with the tires in which one of the front tire split , we then replace all four. We then had problems with the heater and front lights. After seeing all the negative reports others have given on this particurlar vehicle online we feel this is a very unsafe vehicle to drive. We have major concerns as to whether we should even put this vehicle on the road without having an investigation done. We took the vehicle to the dealer and we couldn't believe their attitude, they showed no concern to our problem and proceeded to give us a quote for 2200. To get a new transmission. When we asked if there were any recalls on this vehicle they stated no. We then saw a recall on the transmission online, so we contacted Ford customer svc in which they then said that our VIN number wasn't included on this recall. We explained that we were having the same problems this recall stated. They in turn called the manager at crowell's who stated that he didn't offer any discount because of our attitudes. He then offer to charge 495. For a new transmission plus 200. For any service charge, also a 28. Per day rental. When we asked why he lowered his price so drastically they stated that if the work was over 2200. That was the amount of the discount(1500. ) however, she also stated that if our vehicle was over 75,000 miles it did not apply to us. So we are left with no vehicle to drive no way of paying this amount of money and to our surprise a vehicle with so many recalls it shouldn't to be allow on the road. I feel we should get our money back being that this vehicle is too unsafe for my family to be in.

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Asked dealership to perform recall 00v-367000 and they said Ford has no such recall.

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Engine check light has been on, and vehicle runs roughly. Took vehicle to dealer 4 times. Dealer stated that catalytic converter needed to be replaced.

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My transmission went out on my 1996 Ford countour (66000+ miles). I was told that my transmission went to high line pressure and blew a piston drum in the transmission. The transmission in my car is a cd4e which is also found in madza cars. The cd4e transmission is known for it many problems releated to going to high line pressure and blowing the piston drums in its' earlier designs between (1994 - 1998). Why aren't these defective transmissions recalled for correction.

I mentioned to the dealership where I purchased my car that when I test drove it, it just seemed to jerk when it would shift. Ken schuck assured me that there was not anything wrong with the car. It did come with a wpc assoc. Limited warranty though if anything would happen it would be covered. Well, my car continued to automatically shift hard and I was allowed to take it to aamco in wmspt. Pa. This was a month ago. They looked at it and said there was nothing wrong with my car. I continued to drive it up until 4 weeks ago and on my way to work "the transmission went. " I contacted ken and told him what happened and he said to call the warranty CO. And take it to a dealership. Which I did and 4 weeks to this day, they still have it and it's still not repaired! that's at farfield Ford PA. 570-368-8121. So, between ken, wpc warranty and farfield, I'm not getting my car fixed. Please help me. I know there is recall work that needs done also. Please help me.

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Engine check light stayed on the dashboard constantly. Vehicle will not move beyond 30 mph in first gear. Then when vehicle is in second gear it goes up to 70mph.

Vehicle jumped into reverse inadvertendly while in park, resulting in a collision. Manfuacturer and dealer have been notified.

When trying to shift gear from first to second, consumer is unable to shift. Has to focus on the pawl, make sure of the right gear, then focus on the road. Transmission hangs up going into second gear.

When I put the car in reverse it takes a long time to backup.

Complete failure of transmission. I applied for the po7 program for loyal customers and was denied. I have $500,000. 00 in Ford products in service and have been purchasing Ford products since 1970 for our second generation family business. What is a loyal customer to Ford motor company?.

The cear is pealing, 2 transmisisons have failed and now the a/c int. Blower only runs on high.

Consumer has had numerous problems with the 1996 Ford Contour. There has been so many recalls on consumer's vehicle that she wasn't aware of because the manufacturer never sent notices. Since then consumer has been paying for entire full price and is asking for reimbursement. However, the biggest problem with the vehicle is the gas fumes which is leaking therefore leaving poisonous carbon monoxide fumes coming in through the heater vents. These harsh chemicals are damaging to the lungs, brain, respiratory system and its making consumer very tired among other symptoms.

At highway speeds transmission casing cracked, causing the vehicle to decelerate rapidly. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.

Reporting problem with vehicle transmssion; whenever shift indicator is engaged in any other gear, consumer can hear a crunching /clicking sound. Dealer notified. Can NHTSA provide information on this matter on normal wear at this milages at 51,000 .

While driving at 60 mph withou prior warning transmission blew out and the consumer was able to coast to the side of the road.

When driving at 70 mph the vehicle is shifting very hard. It downshifts from overdrive to second gear, and all the components on the dashboard start going out. Vehicle has been into repair shop six times and the dealer can't determine the cause of the problem. Also, when applying the brakes, the child in the child seat goes forward, and the harness strap left a red spot on the child.

Automatic transmission malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to drop in the gears which may cause a rear end collision. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem.

The car hesitates and jumps in and out at high speeds. When the overdrive is off the car doesn't do it. I've had it to autonation three times and they say there's nothing wrong with the car. Thank you peter stoa.

While driving at 70 mph without prior warning odometer dropped, and the vehicle went into overdrive and wouldn't come out of overdrive.

Car would not shift, entire transmission rebuilt $2600.

Tranamission failed. Yh.

Vehicle shuts off in gear at 25 mph. Overheated upon acceleration. Dealer contacted, and stated the alarm was the cause. Problems still exists.

Automatic transmission shifts harshly on upshifts. Nlm.

Over drive light flashes and over drive system will be activated suddenly couldn't be turned off.

This is the second cd4e transmission we have had that failed at approximately the same mileage. The first was a 1995 Mazda 626, serial# 11yvge22c6s5374843. In both cases the transmission had a complete failure due to an inadequate supply of transmission oil caused by the computer system's failure to maintain an adequate supply of transmission oil to the system. Bothe Ford and Mazda were contacted by phone about the problems and both companies stated that they stand by their warranty and would not provide any assistance with repairs, due to the fact that the car's warranty had expired and we did not purchase any extended warranty. If just seems odd that two cars with the same transmission should, with approximately the same mileage, suddenly require a new transmission. I admit that I put more than the average miles on a car in a given year, however the miles are mainly highway/interstate miles at a cruising speed, generally with the cruise control on, a manner of driving that does not cause the transmission to have to shift as in stop and go traffic. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

This is our second car with this model overdrive transmission (cd4e) that has failed at approximately the same mileage, the first was a 1995 Mazda 626 VIN# [xxx]. The majority of the driving miles on both vehicles were considered highway miles at a cruising seed of 55mph or greater, generally with the cruise control on. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Owner took vehicle to dealer after receiving recall notice #98v233000. Dealer had checked vehicle & could not shift lever. Informed owner parts not available. Would need to order parts.

Automatic transmission got stuck in park position. Please provide further information.

After noticing a whining sound at approximately 30 mph in second gear and an increase in vibration when the air conditioner was on, the transmission was rebuilt on 10/10/98, on 8/3/2000 the transmission was replaced because of sudden and violent slipping, on 8/28/00 check engine light came on because oxygen sensor had been disconnected while transmission was replaced, sensor reconnected/replaced. Cj.

Transmission replaced due to grinding and scraping, was also replaced once by previous owner.

Gears are not shifting properly, and there is a delay when trying to shift.

Transmission automatic transaxle failed at highway speed.

Car stalls in forward/reverse gears.

Consumer was able to rotate the ignition key to the lock position and remove it without the shift lever and transmission being in park.

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