1996 Ford Contour visibility problems

Filed Aug 3, 2009 · Electrical, Visibility · 130,000 miles · UT

Blower motor failure. The blower controls the defroster and heater. The failure results in fog, frost etc so visibility is greatly limited. If one can see well an accident is possible.

Filed Nov 9, 2007 · Visibility · 130,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford contour. The heater fan motor for the defroster failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the fan switch failed and would cost $58 to repair. The dealer kept changing the diagnosis until the contact spent $271; however, the vehicle was still not repaired. The federal safety agency campaign id number 01i009000 (visibility:defroster/defogger system: windshield: controls/wiring) was referenced. The dealer stated that the vehicle passed the ten year free period. The current mileage was 131,000 and failure mileage was 130,000.

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 Sep 29, 2004 · Visibility · NJ

Rusting windshield framing. *bf consumer worried about the window blowing out.

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 Jun 24, 2003 · Suspension, Visibility · 00

Had received several recalls on vehicle springs, recall 01v230000, and heater blower sensor, recall 01i009000. Took vehicle to dealership's mechanic several times to have repairs done, even left vehicle with mechanic. Received call to pick up vehicle, and also informed none of the recalls were ever repaired. Mechanic refused to complete the recall repairs. Bramview ford; queen st; brampton ontario canada; 9054511041.

Filed Apr 21, 2003 · Visibility · 141,998 miles · GA

Had the drivers side power window repaired today, as well as passenger front side window repaired in july 2002. Both window regulators had to be replaced at a cost of approximately $700 for both. The mechanics informed me this is a very common problem with this vehicle, which would seem to show a major manufacturer defect. Please pursue a recall repair on this vehicle so customers can be properly compensated.

Filed Aug 22, 2002 · Visibility · IN

All power windows are off track, consumer unable to put windows down. *ak this vehicle has been experiencing problems since purchase.

Filed Jan 9, 2002 · Visibility · FL

The window regulators on the ford contour are defective. The materials used are bend, crack, and break causing the windows to either fall into the door, or to become stuck when being rolled up or down. I have replaced the driver side door regulator 16 months ago thinking this was a one time occurrence but now find the passenger side one has the same problem. The dealer has admitted this is a fairly common problem with this vehicle. I have the original parts for the driver side door in my position and on inspection it is clear to see that the manufacturing of the material is faulty, under extreme stress which could lead to the collapse of the assembly. This of course would be a major concern if the window would collapse into the door frame while the vehicle was in motion.