Was taking vehicle off road & noticed the influcuation of heat. Had the thermostat changed & flucuation heat still existed. Took vehicle to lot to be sold & the mechanic informed owner the head gaskets had blown. The vehicle could not be sold. Manufacturer informed owner the tsb on head gaskets had expired.
1994 Mercury Sable engine complaints
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This is a known defective part that ford refuses to fix on the 3.8l engine cooling system.
Engine head gasket is leaking, causing vehicle to idle really rough. In addition, replaced defective motor mounts/ rebuilt transmission, and replaced defective starter.
Motor mounts broke while driving , causing vehicle to jerk. Vehicle has been repaired by private mechanic. Dealer has been notified.
Head gasket has also caused $800 in other damage. Problem is well known on this engine, see '95 windstar issues.
Radiator failed resulting in leakage, replacement leaked due to faulty radiator cap. Mjs
I contacted the ford company to find out if this was a recalled item. Their response was that they had put an extened warranty on the head gaskets which expired on 12/31/98. But since it was past that datewhen I contacted them they would not cover the repairs. While finding out this imformation I also found out that they had never sent me the warranty information because they still had the previos owners name in their files ( 2 years after we purchased the car). Since I have had this problem I have talked to 6 other owners of this same car ( make model and year) that have had this same problem! And those are only a few I know in this small community!
Received letter from ford vehicle service and programs dated june, 1998 about a premature head gasket failure to owners with my make and model: service program number 98mo1. The letter stated that the head gasket failure could cause engine overheating and engine failure. The program had a fix at no charge till dec. 31, 1998. I had some engine overheating problems that the dealer could find no cause for before the expiration of this program and now, five months after expiration, an engine failure as a result of the head gasket failure of which ford says I will just have to pay for: $1228! My complaint is that if this was a default ford admitted and was willing to repair then what about those of us that didn't have problems until after the expiration of their program? There was also a 5 yr. Or 60,000 miles limit on it, I am still in the 5 yr. But due to a highway commute of 100 miles per day, I am over the 60,000 mile perimeter that was set for the program. What can I do?
1,when vehicle idles there is a thumping noise comming from the engine compartment and the smell of gasoline in the radiator . 2. The ABS system bounces extremely violently when brakes are applied. 3. Cruise control works only when it wants to, as if shorting. 4. A/c died and will not take a charge.
The engine mounts would make loud noises & would not stay in place. The front would vibrate. Can happen when the gears are being shifted. Took to dealer & informed by mechanic the engine mounts needed replacing.
Recall notice not recieved for head gasket failure.
Motor mounts failed causing engine vibration / movement.
Engine head gaskets are leaking and vehicle is inoperable due to heat engine light staying on. Dealer and manufacturer contacted and cannot remedy problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
While driving engine head gasket failed, causing engine to overheat. Vehicle was driven to garage for mechanic's inspection, mechanic mentioned head gasket leakeage and not properly operating. Problem still exists.
5yr./60,000mi.-unlimited mi.12/31/98 ext.to 1/31/99 unlimited miles. No defect mentioned.
Mechanics advise as follows: motor mount fails because too much torque is placed on it by engine; power steering hose ruptured because it rubs against steering rack; replacement hose only available from ford which redesigned hose to avoid rubbing on steering rack; head gasket fails because only 6 bolts hold engine head to engine block, ford redesigned head gasket to make it thicker; radiator cracks because it is manufactured out of plastic and is not repairable. Ford responds that none of the foregoing are its problem; ford stated that only rear motor mounts are covered by a the federal safety agency recall ; ford states that it extended warranty on head gasket only up to 60,000 miles; ford states that power steering hose is not subject to the federal safety agency recall.
While driving there was a popping noise. When vehicle was checked by transmission specalist the rear motor mounts were found to be cracked. The motor mounts have been replaced. Please provide further details.
Speedometer gives inaccurate readings over 50 MPH, sticks when speed declines. Service tech. Told me"congratulations, your the owner of a late modle ford." meaning: your not the only one with this prob. Expensive to replace... Radiator side tanks pulled apart in cold weather, normal anti freeze ratio, once again told this happens to late model ford's... Blower motor chirps if you keep it at low or med.-low speeds, only stops when on med-high or high.
Recall (#97s65) on front and rear motor mounts not performed because consumer passed deadline.
There isn't any heat in the vehicle due to engine head gasket breaking and causing vehicle to overheat.
Drive belt replaced due to noise.
Engine mounts had to be replaced do to state inspection ford said my vihicle not part of recall #98v323000 parts failed to hold up
Timing cover gasket failed resulting in anti-freeze leak.
Motor mounts broke. Consumer took vehicle to repair shop for a tire balance, and dealer noticed the motor mounts were broken. Specifically, the right front motor mount liquid-filled rubber boot was torn. Both mounts replaced. *ak
This is a known problem with this engine and ford refuses to assist or correct it on our vehicle. I cannot understand how this is possible since thousands of the design failure has occurred.
The muffler corroded prematurely, causing the carbon monoxide to spill into the vehicle. Dealer refused to replace muffler, rust hole caused by metal support strap rubbing into muffler shell housing. *ak.et.
Engine continually stalling, unable to determine cause.
Have had head gaskets were replaced, but continues to run hot at intermitant intervals. Need assistance with this problem! Please, contact me as soon as possible. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, jack k. Van sandt, jr.
When engine is warm and completely stops.also, transmission is slow to engage when attempting to accelerate. Aw
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