1998 Ford Contour Body and structure Problems

“Drivers side door window crank shaft (manual window) snapped off clean inside regulator leaving window utterly inoperable. This happened during normal operation of window during normal operating conditions and warm weather. Dealer claimed it happens a lot . Very dangerous if vehicle was in a fire, accident, submerged in water etc.”

“The dealership had installed an aftermarket rear spoiler on the vehicle without disclosing this information. After having problems with the third brake light in the spoiler in learned it was not a factory part. The dealership stated to me that it was factory. I was not able to get the part replaced until I called Ford directly and threatened to sue the dealership for fraud.”

“My 1998 Contour is at 128,225 miles. The problems that I have experienced with the car are the following: -the headlights go out of aim and moisture collects in the headlamp and when the moisture dries it leaves a film on the inside of the lens. The brightness of the headlights is terrible. I can barely see at night even when it is a clear night. I have had several near misses. I almost hit a man on a bicycle the other night. He had reflectors on his bike but I didn't see him till I was right up behind him. …”

“My dash on my 98 Contour has been warping / curling , even while it kept in my garage , in a cool climate . Also my rear bumper is sagging for no apparent reason .”

“The vehicle was taken to the dealer on 6/17/2003 for recall# 01v255000 subject: front coil spring corrosion. On 7/8/2003 the vehicle hit a pothole. The shield that was installed due to the recall went down onto the front passenger side tire. The dealer was contacted but refused to make any repairs.”