1996 Ford Contour brakes problems

Filed Aug 12, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

Consumer has had numerous problems with the 1996 ford contour.*mr there has been so many recalls on consumer's vehicle that she wasn't aware of because the manufacturer never sent notices. Since then consumer has been paying for entire full price and is asking for reimbursement. However, the biggest problem with the vehicle is the gas fumes which is leaking therefore leaving poisonous carbon monoxide fumes coming in through the heater vents. These harsh chemicals are damaging to the lungs, brain, respiratory system and its making consumer very tired among other symptoms.

Filed Jun 25, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · MO

Major harness & electrical wiring which is under recall that the ford dealership will not honor.

Filed Jun 22, 2005 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · NY

Left and right front ABS stators have cracks which are clearly visible. This causes the ABS system to activate on a low speed stop. At about 40 MPH the ABS light comes on and the system doesn't work.the brakes work in regular mode.this was discovered on 6/21/05 but had been happening . Mechanic changed an ABS sensor wire with a cut in it . Had to look further to find cracked stators.mechanic said that the ford dealership he called admitted there was a problem with some models,cracked stators on windstars,offered no solution. I called my ford dealer and was not helped .a part like this bears no weight and should not be failing.the cracks make the computer think there is a reason to activate and then at 40mph to shut down.the rear stators were not checked for cracks yet. Thank you

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Brakes · 151,000 miles · MO

While driving 25 MPH driver attempted to apply the brakes and vehicle continued to accelerate. As a result the vehicle was towed home, and then to the repair shop.

Filed Dec 6, 2004 · Brakes · VA

While driving 20 MPH check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake vacuum hose needed to be replaced and replaced it. However, the problem recurred.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 49,000 miles · SD

This car has less than 70000 miles on it. We had trouble with the fuel door, front wheel bearings, brakes, door handles, transmission, electric windows, and now as a special treat the engine failed. This car has been the worst investment that my wife and I have ever made. I have have owned several cars and trucks with 200000 plus miles on them and none of them have ever been as problematic as this automobile.

Filed Nov 24, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · NH

Problems with 1996 ford contour front brakes, transmission, fuse box, heater blower motor, electrical and steering and suspension. *mr for the second time, the vehicle had problems with the brakes making a loud rubbing sound, the stabilizer bar was replaced and needs to be replaced again. The transmission was leaking, water was inside of the headlight seals, which made the lights very dim, the selector mode switch on the heater motor blower did not work properly, which made the heat not work at a 100%. The upper ball joints, rack and pinion and wheel bearing were all defective. *jb

Filed Oct 12, 2003 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · PA

While driving the ABS light illuminated on the dash intermittently. When this occurred the anti lock brakes engaged prematurely. The ABS would then disengage and the brakes would lock up. *ak *ts

Filed Jan 3, 2003 · Brakes · 95,000 miles · ID

The calipers on the front disk brake system tend to want to roll inward off of the rotors on both sides of the vehicle. This has happened twice to date. Vehicle: 1996 ford contour

Filed Nov 9, 2002 · Brakes · UT

Brakes & rotors. Dt