general problems of the 2012 Ford Flex

My vehicle has 188,000 miles on it and is an awd model. It has always, until the last two oil changes every 3000 miles, been serviced by the Ford dealership and the car was bought from (leo caytes Ford). The rpms skyrocket to 3000 - 4000 rpms when the car is controlled by speed control suddenly, but the car doesn't speed up. When the speed control is released, the rpms drop to the normal setting for that speed. This doesn't happen every time the speed control is used, but, much more frequently as of late. The front awd mechanism (between the front wheels - ptu????) is leaking and the oil has shavings and "different colors" in the fluid. And, on occasion the left interior front light ( by the rear view mirror) will turn on by itself. These are recent events and I love my Flex and would buy another one if I could afford to do so. It has really given me no problems for the most part, and I would say, "its the best car I've ever owned, foreign or domestic!!!! also, on most occasions, there has always, from the beginning of ownership - bought new - been a problem in the winter that when the car is stationary (parked or at a light) with the heat on, it blows cold air! the dealer has tried to fix the problem several times, but, to no avail. As soon as the car moves, heat functions ok!.

Driving car to work on a town road, car suddenly stalled and would not restart. Lost power steering. Lights were still on on the dashboard but could not restart the vehicle. Was able to restart the vehicle after 5 minutes.

I was reversing from my driveway going less than 5 miles per hr. When my vehicle accelerated on its own going at a fast speed losing total control of my vehicle. The vehicle then finally stopped in the middle of the road and died out. I could of killed someone or hit something if they were behind me. I took my Flex to service dept. At dealership as it was still under warranty and was told it was the throttle body and motor assembly. It was replaced and no mention of recall. I don't feel safe driving my vehicle.

Touch screen went completely blank. Could not operate anything associated with touchscreen. Called dealer, told me they could get it in next week. Are you kidding. Looked on line for help. Ended up disconnecting battery, and reconnecting. Works now.

Multiple problems with advance trac and electrical system. Occurs every five to six months. Service advance trac indicator comes on along with control issues in rain and snow, brake lights not shutting off, cruise control not operating and ignition system has quit working. Not all of this happen at the same time but the recurring issue is the advance trac system and then another part of the system fails or has problems along with the service advance trac warning.

There are several different incidences that have occurred. (1) while turning a corner or slowing down the a/c will shut down. (2) the control panel instruments will go all the way over to the right and then surge forward when turning a corner. (3) car has died on several occasions especially while trying to accelerate onto highway. (4) a/c will turn on by itself and blow on maximum even when power switch is turned off. (5) when car loses power, all codes are reset so dealer is unable to get a clear reason why car is doing this. We had a black box installed for two weeks with some results pinpointed but after it was "fixed" we continue to have the same problems. Dealer connected a computer while we drove around block and the computer diagnosis was that we were pushing the brake and gas at same time. . . Not possible! the reading was that the brake had been touched more than 2000 times while driving 20 miles. We have had this car in repair shop 8 times and no resolution yet. Dealer said they would stand behind vehicle with an extended warranty at no cost while we tried to find problems but now warranty is up and they want us to pay for extended warranty. We were told by dealership that if we apply for lemon law that we would most likely lose the case and it would only cost us money. According to texas law. . . This car definitely qualifies~ we are waiting to hear from our attorney. I hope no one else buys this type of vehicle~.