Ford Contour owners have reported 3 problems related to rear suspension shock absorber (under the suspension category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Contour based on all problems reported for the Contour.
Coil spring on the right front of car broke. Replacement of the following was necessary: shock absorber, cb spring, d boot, bearing assemnbly, aa seat, mounting assy, halfshaft assembly, cv joint assembly, brake shoes, disc brake rotor, tires.
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First day car was bought engine died, took to dealer, and they gave consumer another Contour. Currently, vehcile will shut off in middle of intersection. Dealer replaced transmission, and engine was acting up. Consumer states vehicle has been in 3 times for transmission problems, it jerks and vibrates, consumer does not think that dealer replaced transmission like they said. 1 time for engine problems. Consumer has been in 2 accidents due to sudden acceleration. Front sway bar replaced, steering would shimmy and rattle. Blower motor assembly replaced, due to rattling noise in air conditioner, also cycling switch replaced due to air conditioner not cooling. Left front seat belt buckle assembly replaced, belt would not buckle. Starter failed and was replaced. Engine light illuminated, dealer found loose connection at act. Rear struts replaced, noisy.
Rear passenger side struts have poped and cracked since new. Nlm.
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| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Coil Spring problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems | |
| Rear Suspension Coil Springs problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems | |
| Rear Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problems | |
| Front Suspension Strut problems | |
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems |