1993 Ford Probe engine problems

Filed Nov 16, 2007 · Engine · 74,550 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford probe. While driving 60 MPH, the fuel control light illuminated and the vehicle shut off. The contact was occasionally able to restart the vehicle after two or three minutes. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure and advised her to take the vehicle to a ford dealer for a proper diagnosis. As of november 16, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 74,550 and current mileage was 75,000.

Filed Aug 14, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · WA

While driving on a freeway at 60 MPH rpms started to drop. Vehicle started to lose power and die. Consumer felt this was very dangerous because they were on the highway. Took to dealer, and they said it was distributor. Consumer replaced tfi module ,and replaced it with same part. There may be a defect in design of part. Please provide any further information.

Filed Apr 23, 2001 · Engine, Fuel system · MA

While driving about 65 MPH vehicle stalled without prior warning. *ak distributor failed.

Filed Mar 9, 2001 · Engine · WA

After being parked overnight in garage when engine was started loud noises coming from engine. Dealer state low oil perssure was causing lifter to go bad. *ak lifters damaged due to low oil pressure dealer recommend replaced oil pump. Replace timing belt due to mileage.

Filed Aug 4, 2000 · Engine · MN · crash

There is a ticking noise coming from the top of the engine.

Filed Jul 10, 2000 · Engine · PA

Car stalls at intersections mostly in cold weather.

Filed Jun 17, 2000 · Electrical, Engine · PA · fire

The car had to be towed 02/14/0 due to the the distributor system was replaced total $515.28 and the diagnosed and filtering stsem was replace at $161.00. The next incident was 03/03/00 where phil fitts spotted a plugged idle air valve that was replaced. Phil fitts. 3250 wilmington rd, new castle, pa 16105. I didn't mind the occurance on 03/03/00 but the one 2/14/00 was quoted as something that was rare on car for the whole distributor system to go. I had to be towed tice which I don't care about that I have insurance to covr that.when I broke down it was a cold evening and the car had just died and started to smoke to me that was alot of money to put in a car that you just purchased 2 months prior.I always like dealing with ford I hope someone could look into this for me I know that I bought the car used but, to me that is alot of money. Thank you, carole nocerae

Filed Apr 21, 2000 · Engine, Suspension · NV

Vehicle started shaking very badly. . Took to dealer who said that it needed a new engine.

Filed Apr 12, 2000 · Acceleration, Engine · IN

When coming to a stop light vehicle died. . Shifted into neutral with foot on gas pedal to keep vehicle idling, and it revved and then idled. Also, when vehicle slowed down it would stall. Took it to mechanic who repaired it first time. Second time, warranty expired, but it was repaired at consumer's expense.

Filed Mar 15, 2000 · Acceleration, Electrical · IN

Vehicle stalls when vehicle is coming to a stop. I am unable to get the vehicle to idle without pressing the accelerator pedal. I have taken the vehicle to the dealer to fix this problem 4 times in the past several years, but the problem intermitently persists. The dealer has changed the iac valve, the distributor, the distributor cap, the plugs and plug wires, and now they want to change the iac valve for a 2nd time! By reviewing this database I see that many other probe owners are experiencing the exact same problem, but it does not appear that the dealer has a solution to fix it. Also, after talking to ford's customer assistance phone line, it does not appear as if ford is even willing to admit that there is a problem! It costs me at least $500 everytime I have to take the vehicle to the dealer so that they can attempt to "fix" this reoccurring problem and I am getting quite fed up with the entire situation!