Ford Freestar Conversion 2005
Model Freestar Conversion made in 2005 by Ford got 12 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2005
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
07V168000 | VANTAGE MOBILITY INTERNATIONAL, LLC | from 01/16/2004 to 10/16/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 742 | 05/15/2007 | MFR | VANTAGE MOBILITY INTERNATIONAL, LLC | 04/12/2007 | 04/18/2007 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain mini van conversions, the brake lines may have been routed incorrectly. the brake lines can make contact and chafe on the stabilizer bar. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If this happens, the lines could wear through causing partial or full loss of braking ability due to a loss of brake fluid which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the brake lines to make sure the routing is correct. if no chafing is found, the brake lines will be secured to the vehicle chassis. if the brake lines are worn, the lines will be replaced. the recall began on may 15, 2007. owners may contact vmi at 1-800-348-8267. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
04/14/2012 | 109000 | ||
In february 2012 i went to for for check engine let they said it was erg value. i fix. then in april 14th i was driving down freeway and my van lost acceleration power i put hazards on and manage to get to other side of freeway. my car would start but would not go in forward or reverse. i had to then get towed since was they weekend and i was the middle of no where i towed to home. also, the weekend no ford dealers/ service centers are open. | |||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
04/14/2012 | 109000 | ||
In february 2012 i went to for for check engine let they said it was erg value. i fix. then in april 14th i was driving down freeway and my van lost acceleration power i put hazards on and manage to get to other side of freeway. my car would start but would not go in forward or reverse. i had to then get towed since was they weekend and i was the middle of no where i towed to home. also, the weekend no ford dealers/ service centers are open. |