Ford Flex owners have reported 1 problem related to transmission solenoid (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Flex based on all problems reported for the Flex.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? internal water pump/ timing chains/ vvt solenoids/ cam phasers/ cam sensors/ related seals how was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? engine failure - sudden stop of vehicle has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? yes, is aware and has acknowledged via service and tech bulletins that this is a known and repeated issue. Issue is known and common with all 3. 7l and 3. 5l Ford engines. Manufacturer has had petty and class action suits related to this failure and is not taking any action to remedy aside from a "extended warranty" for certian countries but said warranty does not help those who purchased vehicles used and have no vehicle history to see if the "service intervals" were met leaving thousands of owners with repair bills that cost at minimum over four thousand dollars. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? yes. Multiple technicians on my vehicle ad well as thousands of complaints across the world. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? no lamps. Only possible way you can even tell is by the time its too late and the coolant and oil mix resulting in milky like mixture on dipstick or in oil pan or engine failure.
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