It has check engine light on, momentary engine idle, RPM surge when stopped or during low speed driving, such as turning into a parking or backing out of a parking spot. Pulling in or backing out of the garage. Stoping at a stop light, lunges forward: came close to causing property damage by running into another vehicle in parking lot or at stop light. Safety issue, what if the car lunges forward at a stop light into incoming traffic, causing bodily injury and property damage. Ford should have recalled this safety issue. I purchased this cause after the 10 year warranty extension was issued. The previous owner did not fix this, I just found out about it, now I will have to fight to get ford to cover a known safety issue, that puts my children at risk. .
The worst 2006 Ford 500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Acceleration24
- Transmission20
- Engine17
- Electrical14
- Fuel system8
- Lights6
- Airbags3
- Brakes3
- Body2
- Driver assistance1
- Seat belts1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Ford 500
Stalling 13Check engine light 10Jerking 9Headlights 5Loss of power 5
Trouble codes owners of the 2006 Ford 500 mention
P2104 2
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Ford 500 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2006 Ford 500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Hi. The recall ford had on the throttle body issues back in 2013 when I got mine fixed. Now 40 thousands miles later the car almost lunge into traffic at a red light 2 times. Well the car is having the same problem as before I got the throttle body fixed. I called ford in cabot and they wanted over 200.00 hundred dollars to run a diagnostic and to clean the throttle. I thought this was a fixed issue and it is not. Ford in cabot told me it will have to be clean or the unit has to be replaced and that is around 500 dollars. What a scam they are pulling. This needs to be dealt with asap. I have to spend 100 dollars to have it cleaned scam. While the car is in motion. It has loss of power and runs bad.
While starting my car ( parked ) with the front passenger window down smoke began to appear from behind the passenger rear view window. I saw a flame ( fire ) appear from behind the passenger rear view mirror. When I turned off the vehicle the flame went out. After the fire none of the windows will work and the interior lights will not come on manually or come on as usual when the key is taken out of the ignition.
Transmission is broken and need replacement. Said to be non-repairable as ford discontinued making the transmission 3 years after introduction car has only 70,000 miles on it. Now I have large flower planter as I can't drive it! Ford, but for this issue I had a perfectly usable/reliable car! Now it is a safety hazard! What are you going to do about it! Happens in motion
Airbag failed to deploy in a crash with a vehicle which made a left turn in front of me. Speed was 35-40mph. I suffered fractured sternum as a result when my chest hit the steering wheel. Crash happened in eagan, mn. On cliff road
Takata recall- for over a year I have been trying to get my truck air bags fixed and they had given me the run around [xxx]avila service advisor from casa ford el paso, tx 915‑775‑8295, has ignored my requests to please assist me . He stated that they do not have them in stock, but for over a year? I am 80 yrs. Old and feel that's why they keep ignoring me. Can someone please help me? Sincerely,[xxx]( spanish speaking only, my daughter helped me with this letter.) went over speed bump and my air bags opened! Call my daughter [xxx] if needed [xxx], leave her a message if no answer. Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle lurches forwards when engine is started and put into gear. Could case damage to other objects or people.
There many issues motor just blew up today sitting in drive way I just bought it and started it and it blew up power steering wiring cadillac converters it has a lot of problems
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford 500. While driving various speeds, the alternator burned out without warning. The contact had the alternator replaced five times. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford 500. While driving various speeds, the transmission warning indicator illuminated without warning. In addition, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was diagnosed as needing either a valve body or transmission replacement. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 128,000. Updated 01/05/17
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Questions about the 2006 Ford 500
Is the 2006 Ford 500 reliable?
Owners have filed 68 complaints about the 2006 Ford 500, close to a typical 500 model year.
What is the 2006 Ford 500 year score?
The 2006 Ford 500 scores 74 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Ford 500: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Ford 500?
Acceleration and speed control, with 24 complaints, typically around 102,000 miles. Next is transmission (20).
How many recalls does the 2006 Ford 500 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Ford 500 have the most acceleration problems?
The Ford 500 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2006 (24 complaints) and 2005 (18 complaints).
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