Constant problems with the vehicle. Alternator, fuel tank, gear shift indicator, computer sensor's (variable cam timing over retarded), automatic shift labored and fails, cooling fan motor, etc. This vehicle is in some form of repair shop on a regular basis. Have I driven a ford lately? Yes, and sorry I chose to do so.
1998 Ford Contour fuel system complaints
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After going through two fuel pumps, first pump went at 32000 miles and the second around 62000, I have had extreme problems with the fuel pump. Now, my car doesn't start on its own very often. I have to wiggle the fuel pump under the backseat in order to start the car. I have, on occasion, had the engine die while traveling down the freeway or in the middle of an intersection. Once the fuel pump was wiggled, the car started again and I was on my way. I took my car to a well trusted mechanic and he told me that ford doesn't have any parts to fix the very loose pipe that runs into the fuel pump. I am very concerned about this issue and feel that my car may stall and cause myself and others great danger. Please help.
Fuel leaking from tank because the neck warped. Ford motor co. Says it will not compensate because it is out of warranty even though this is a safety issue.
Re: your #00v350000 I have experienced the problem with me ford contour for 2 years ford refuses to fix because they only cover the problem up to 100,000 miles. It takes me up to 25 minutes to fill my gas tank because of this problem. I have had one gas station attendant ask me not to fuel at his station until I get it fixed. I don't have the extra money to fix. $300.00 plus. It is a faulty part why is it not fixed?
Car is 5.5 years old, and the fuel tank needed replacing. The tank was literally falling apart at the seams, leading to gas leaking from the gar and gasoline fumes throughout the house. In addition, no replacement part was available due to a nationwide shortage.
Vehicle operator noticed odor of natural gas in passenger compartment. Vehicle brought to framingham ford via flat bed determination fuel tank leaking. Not under warranty. Has extended warranty, expires may 2003. Ford denies coverage. This constitutes a safety hazard.----- dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis-----------------769739.
Consumer stated fule was leaking from the filler neck area. Mr the dealer installed a new fill tube and seal and placed a new gasket on the exhaust.
Consumer states still having the same problem after recall was perform on the vehicle. Recall#01f104000 fuel pipe. Cottam walker ford 505‑751‑3200 please provide the address ts
When refueling vehicle pump will cut off numerous times and fuel will spill. This has gotten worse over the last 2 years. Vehicle was taken to dealer at 96000 miles, consumer was informed of extention of warranty on fuel pipe. Part was on backorder until vehicle was over 100000 miles. Now ford refuses to honor warranty.
Fuel was leaking on the ground due to a crack in seams of gas tank. Consumer is concerned that a fire can start. *ak dealer found leak at fuel tank and replaced. Consumer feels fuel tank is defective.
While driving and without warning air bag light illuminated on dashboard. Minutes later, light went off. Dealer has been notified; however, mechanic can not duplicate the problem.*ak consumer adds with full tank of gas, fuel light is illuminated.
Consumer states that something is leaking from under the vehicle. Consumer pulled over looked under car and notice gas leaking from a pipe connected to the gas tank. Please provide any further information. Nlm
Fuel pump went out and consumer found out by trying to start vehicle. However, vehicle would not start up. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
Engine check light remained illuminated on dash,and brake fluid was leaking. Dealer has replaced rear brake pressure control valve. *ak the consumer stated that the breaks were fine now since replacing the defective brake valve. The blower motor had no 3rd speed due to blower motor switch failure. It was replaced by the dealer. The vehicle takes fuel very slow due to fuel pipe flapper valve failure.
After getter the recall part replaced for the fuel system, noticed that when the tank is filled the car would leak fuel from around the fuel pump. Vehicle is leaking water in trunk area during rain, failed seal, replace rear back glass seal and reseal back glass. Check engine light is on, weak, replace cannister purge and vapor canister.
Engine check light came on. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced fuel pump. Please provide any further information.
Pump was replaced only three (3) months ago!
While driving at about 5mph and making a right turn right front wheel came off due to loose lugs: nuts. Dealer has seen vehicle. *ak consumer states the vehicle has experienced problems with the following: fuel filter, spark plugs, transmission, cv boot, brakes, air filter, wire, rotors need turning, timing gear, timing belt, and vehicle will not start.
Gas gauge is inadequate when putting gas in tank. Gas gauge does not show correct amount.
Fuel tank is defective, it leaks gas and fumes. Dealer will not warranty part.
The gas tank supply spout acts like it is plugged will not take the gas very fast. Has never seemed to breathe properly.
The water pump and now the fuel pump. This has been a very bad experience with ford the inconvience and the freedom of purchasing a new car has left me frustrated and afraid to trust the car.
When filling fuel tank, nozzle keeps shutting off. Dealer found problem with fuel filler pipe. Flapper valve needs to be replaced.
When filling gas tank with fuel fuel would spit back out. Door chime fails to work when key is in ignition. Heating system would go off, and then on whenever heat is on.
Unable to fill gas tank without gas overflow, or gas feedback, shutting off fuel nozzle. Attempted to turn fuel nozzle, in every position to no avail. Called a ford dealership and they said no recall, just a service bulletin. This is dangerous and frust.
I was unable to refuel vehicle at all, I took vehicle to nourse family ford of delaware, oh, for repairs, they replaced the fuel neck to tank.
Problems occasionally with difficulity fueling--spewback of gas and premature cut off of pump . On occasion it has taken me 20 minutes to fill the gas tank because the car will only accept a small amount of gas at a time.
More often than not, when I put gas in my car, the car kicks the pump off at least twice, sometimes more than that. A few days ago, I became fed up because it stopped and spewed gasoline back onto me, ruining my pants. This has happened more times than I care to count. I put 25, but it is just an estimate. I am worried that it will spew more than just a little gas next time.
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When fueling in hot weather, gasoline does not flow from pump nozzle into tank. Pump shuts off every few cents, and gasoline spurts back often. Dealer claimed to fix, but problem persists.
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