Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Ford Econoline

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2001 Ford Econoline.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Ford Econoline

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
1
Transmission Failure problems
1
Automatic Transmission problems
1

Power Train problem #1

There is a small plate that has 2 allen head bolts holding it on the bottom of the steering column shaft . This plate puts the vehicle in park. The bolts came loose and the van rolled backwards into the garage door even though it was in park and the driver was standing outside,next to the van.

Transmission Failure problem #2

Consumer complained about a transmission problem. Transmission failed prematurely. Also, clutch malfunctioned.

Automatic Transmission problem #3

Consumer noticed while traveling 60 mph vehicle down shifted vehicle was serviced, technician noticed that transmission needed to be replaced.


Power Train related problems in other Ford Econoline model year vehicles:



Econoline Service Bulletins
Econoline Safety Recalls
Econoline Defect Investigations