Faults:

Rotors had to be overhauled at 11,900 miles (Covered on Warranty).

Power Steering unit failed at 23,000 miles (Covered on Warranty).

Rack & Pinion had to be replaced at 40,860 miles (Cost: $547.00).

Transmission went out and had to be rebuilt at 65,000 miles (Cost:$1,445.91).

Camshaft Position Sensor and attached module had to be replaced at 71,000 (Cost:$348.00)

General Comments:

I would absolutely love this car, if I could keep it out of the shop. I continue to check the Lemon Laws to see if I can get a little recourse from all of the mechanical problems. I am appalled at the list of problems I have had to deal with. I had hope to keep it for another 6 to 7,000 miles, but I am afraid I will not be able to afford the cost.

Faults:

Transmission went out after owning car less than a year. cost $1800.

Engine light keeps coming on and have been told many different reasons. cost $500 +

Radiator rusting out and hoses needing to be replaced multiple times.

ABS system failing and causing brakes to lock up when leaving a stop. $400 for diagnostic work.

Engine seals leaking had to be replaced.

AC clutch and compressor failed and replaced 2 times in 6 months.

Console cheaply made, broken after 1 year.

Numerous other problems.

General Comments:

I bought this car from the Ford Mercury dealer and have had repairs done there. It has been a lemon since I got it and have spent more money on repairs then the cars value. I would not buy any more of their products.

Faults:

We purchased this car with the understanding that it was a one owner (a Ford salesman-retired) vehicle. Less than five months and on my first trip, I ended on the highway with a blown motor. With less than 7 000 km to my credit.

General Comments:

Upon the initial breakdown, the local Ford dealership assured us no problem, we will take care of this!

Now, almost a month later, they have decided that the car is not eligible for the 7 year, 100 000 km warranty???

To my calculations the car's age is 2002 - 1996= 6 yrs and as you can see the mileage is well under the 100 000 km.

Faults:

"Service engine soon" light kept coming on at random intervals, traced to a bad air charge temperature sensor, a $23.27 part. Ended the problem.

ABS brake light stayed on, due to water in the ABS module. Replaced the entire module under warranty. Ended the problem.

General Comments:

This has been the best family car we've ever owned to date! It is very comfortable for a family of 4 on long trips, is very economical with the Vulcan 6 cylinder engine, and has fantastic traction in the snow.