Issue ID | 120478 |
Internal NHTSA # | 541522 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | CONTOUR |
Model Year | 1996 |
File date | 01/09/98 |
Component | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Excessive power steering fluid leak. The original rack and pinion assemply was replaced, due to leakage, with ford parts. The replaced parts also leaked. After second replacement, the power steering hose leaked. At least two power steering hoses have been installed, both have leaked. All repairs attempts have been made by authorized ford dealers under the manufacturers warranty. |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | RINEYVILLE, KY |
VIN pattern | 1FALP6530TKXXXXXX |
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Date of purchase | 01/07/98 |
Was original owner? | |
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Cruise control | Y |
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Drive train type | FWD |
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