Power Train Problems of Ford Econoline

Ford Econoline owners have reported 13 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Ford Econoline

The Automatic Transmission problem

: the contact stated when the vehicle was in reverse, the vehicle felt as if it was slipping on ice or sludge. When the vehicle was in the forward motion, sometimes the same sensation was felt when starting to make a right or left turn.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Sped up a bit today get in front of my husband and as I did I noticed that all of a sudden I lost power. I wasn't able to go faster than 40 mph, and I wasn't able to go into gear.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

Rizzo Ford refused to repair it and threw me out since I reported them to Ford 3 times for insubordination and the service manager calling me a dickhead. This is also a conversion van that I purchased at rizzo, and I still cannot find anyone to work on it.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Front weld at universal joint, failed causing driveshaft to drop to the ground while driving at approximately 35 mph. Examination of the failed components suggests a likely fatigue failure caused by a poor weld.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problem

While pulling over to change drivers vehicle was placed in park, as the driver exited vehicle jumped into gear, causing the door to knock the driver under the vehicle. Driver broke right ankle and leg, and suffered minor injuries on left ankle. Dealer has not been contacted.   Read details...




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