2006 Ford Freestar: complete transmission failure

Filed Mar 10, 2020 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · NJ

My mom was driving our 2006 ford freestar limited, it only has 85,000 miles and the transmission blew on us. When it happened we were driving up a hill at night . We called the police and an officer came to just to make sure we didn't get hit. The flashers were on the whole time, but apparently people don't pay attention, later we had found out that the torque converter was no good. I did some research and found out that from 2004-2005 model years had a recall for the torque converter. Personally all years should have been on the recall and not just 2 model years. Its extremely dangerous and we actually had to bring the van back to dealership where we purchased it from. Currently we have been without a vehicle for months.

Filed Dec 24, 2018 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · HI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. The contact stated that the torque converter failed and the vehicle would decelerate and stall on several occasions. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 85,000. *tt consumer stated sel instantaneuos transmission failure when he was mildly accelerating into a busy highway intersection. The cross-traffic nearly collided with my sel but avoided collision. Consumer stated there was no warning or sympton of impending transmission failure. Vehicle was diagnosed with a failed torque converter and the ford dealership replaced the failed torque converter . 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed May 11, 2017 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · FL

Transmission failure. Complete. Very dangerous situation on freeway.

Filed Apr 24, 2017 · Engine, Transmission · 140,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed and a certified mechanic diagnosed that the motor and transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle regarding the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Nov 19, 2016 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · NJ

Transmission died while driving on a busy avenue, just before an intersection.

Filed Aug 1, 2016 · Acceleration, Brakes · 58,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked forward without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000. ...updated 10/11/16 *bf

Filed Jul 1, 2016 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · OH

Oct. 2015. Our 2006 ford freestar transmission and torque converter failed while in florida. A new, not rebuilt, transmission was installed by garret gordon ford in davenport, fl. The new transmission had a hard shift between first and second gear from day one. The reason given by the dealer was "new transmission/computer adjusting." nov. 2015. Hard shift continued intermittently so we took it to the sarchione ford garage in randolph ohio. They could not confirm the problem june 2015. Hard shift has continued intermittently and on occasion has failed to shift from first to second without letting off the accelerator completely. On more than 2 occasions the shift from first to second was so hard that the tires actually peeled on the road service. The sarchione ford garage in randolph is, at this time, trying to troubleshoot the problem. Sometimes weeks go by with no problem, yet accelerating into traffic on occasion is hampered by the problem. $4000.00 and 9 months later and the problem persists.

Filed Jan 27, 2016 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and had to be pushed into a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Dec 17, 2015 · Transmission · 70,335 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle would not accelerate, but the engine revved. The vehicle was able to be pulled over, shut off, and restarted. When the vehicle was shifted out of park and into gear, there was no response. The transmission failed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission and torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 70,335....updated 09/14/16 *bf

Filed Dec 13, 2015 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · CT

Replacement torque converters continued to fail after replacing original transmission and failed torque converter at 97k miles. Replaced torque converter four times in 37k miles under warranty for "shudder". Ford dealership refused to diagnose or determine the continued failures. Independent diagnosis stated failures were due to the introduction of debris from the original failure, during the installation of the replacement transmission, or the replacement was defective when installed. Ford dealer and company would not replace the transmission. Ford warranty ended on 12/12/15 and the situation remains unresolved. Fortunately shudder failures occurred on the road, but vehicle could be driven to dealership for repair. The first original failure occurred on a off ramp and other motorist's assisted in pushing it to the side, avoiding a possible rear end collision! The newest torque converter can fail at any time and could result in a serious accident. Vehicle is used only in local driving as safety considerations have to be considered first. Ford customer service in detroit refused any consideration of the situation. You cannot contact anyone with authority at ford as they are shielded by customer service. The consumer has to consider legal options at what cost to them? There is also a problem with hard shifts from into a drive gear(r,od,d, 1) from "n" or "p". This is an indication of failure of the internal neutral to drive accumulator. Resulting from a stuck piston or seals, or springs damaged or missing. When demonstrated to the dealership service manager and mechanic they ignored it and refused to accept it and properly diagnosis the situation. The independent diagnosis said the transmission had to be replaced and the installation done under proper clean conditions and flushing of the cooler and lines. If not done properly the the situation would reoccur .

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford freestar. While driving 25 MPH, an abnormal metallic sound emitted from the front end of the transmission. The contact stated that after taking off from a stop sign, the vehicle transmission failed. The vehicle was still running but was unable to move anywhere. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the torque converter output shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. Updated 09/25/15*lj updated 12/13/2017

Filed Jun 15, 2015 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · MD

We have a 2006 ford freestar that had a transmission failure after 85,000 miles. I have looked online and found that the 2004 & 2005 models have been recalled and there appears to be issues with the 2006 transmission but it has not been recalled. I would like ford to be mandated to reimburse me for the transmission failure.