Can a 2004 Ford Freestar be bought back?

” We need acquire several pre-owned 2004 Ford Freestars by Monday in order fulfill special used vehicle requests. Our records indicate you own one of these vehicles and our new car managers have been authorized to buy back your current vehicle.” The only piece that looks like a mail merge is the dealers name. Sorry to hear about your Freestar.

What was the problem with the Ford Freestar transmission?

The Ford dealer invoice states that it was an internal fault in the engine. The planitairy (not sure how it is spelled) broke off and the metal peices broke off and flowed throught the engine. :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: Sounds like a crock of $#!+ to me.

Why does my Ford Freestar whine when driving?

My ’04 Freestar (bought used from dealership) recently started emitting a high pitched whine when driving (not all the time, but a lot). I took it to the dealership and they said it was the Planateriu gears in the transmission and that this sometimes happened.

Is the 2006 Ford Freestar a good car?

It had 94,000 miles on it, and still felt and looked as tight and solid as new. The 2006 Freestar is the best vehicle I’ve owned. It was my first “real” car purchase (my first one that cost over $4k) at a time that I had young kids and Scouts to haul frequently. It was a program car with about 28k miles on it when I bought it.

Is there a problem with my 2005 Freestar?

I have the same problem with my 2005 Freestar. they put it in on Monday, got it back on Tuesday. Got it towed back to the dealer on Wednesday. It has the check engine and the transaxle light on. they replaced a computer chip the first time. I have a rental over easter weekend and maybe longer. The van only has 48,000kms on it. :sick:

What’s the warranty on a 2004 Ford Freestar?

lloydcn warranty only covered to 75,000 miles so he/she is out of warranty. You should be fine to 80,000 miles. 2004 Freestar 42,000 miles transmission is shot. My waranty was 3 year 30,000 miles. How can the consumer get screwed like this?

When did the Ford Freestar minivan come out?

The Ford Freestar debuted at the Chicago Auto Show and also made an appearance at Toronto’s Canadian International Auto Show in February 2003. At the same time, Mercury introduced a related Monterey minivan. Ford claims that the newly available 4.2-liter V-6 is the largest engine in a minivan and delivers best-in-class torque.

When did I Buy my Wife’s Ford van?

When I bought my wife’s van in 2004 Ford was offering a free 100,000 mile powertrain warranty as an insentive. Are you sure you don’t have this powertrain coverage? I believe this was to all it’s Freestar models and I remember it was listed by all the Ford dealer ads in my area and for quite a long time window.

How old is the 2005 Ford Freestar V6?

This is the second 2005 Ford Freestar 4.6L V6 vehicle that I have had. First one, the transmission went out at around 110,000 and left me stranded on the side of the highway, until I could have someone pick me up. This one, I bought used with around 58,000 miles at 10 years old, and purchased the extended warranty for as far out as I could.

What was the cause of the 2005 Ford Freestar transmission failure?

On inspection the trans had burned up due to low oil pressure. $4000 to rebuild. That’s $7000+ in eight years for transmissions. I was just driving along and lost all power to the wheels. It was like it was in neutral. Transmission shop rebuilt trans, $3000. Ford later had a recall for the torque convertor, I was reimbursed $1800.

What to do about a Ford Freestar air conditioner leak?

When the air conditioner in your 2004 Ford Freestar starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant.

What kind of refrigerant does a Ford Freestar use?

Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Freestar consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon.

Why is my Ford Freestar transmission not working?

Testerday I was accelerating onto a highway and all of a sudden my 2004 Freestar started to buck and shake like the transmission was slipping. I stopped and checked fluids and all were ok. I started down the road and it was rough and the tachometer was jumping all over the place.

When did the Ford Freestar car donation program start?

Donate your old car in minutes through the CarTalk Vehicle Donation Program. CarComplaints.com Notes: The Freestar was introduced in 2004, but it was essentially just a rebranded Windstar. While there was a redesign of the interior and exterior, the Freestar still inherited some of the design flaws of its predecessor.

What causes no gear switch on Ford van?

Here is the update. 42,700 miles Planitary shot to pieces blasting metal particals into the system. Overdrive shot causing no gear switch. Dealer can not get van over 10 miles per hour in first gear. I am not covered. Ford customer service called dealer and got them to waive the 150. towing fee and the 128. diagnostic fee.

When was the last serviced Ford Freestar?

1st owner drove an estimated 13,379 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 8,852 miles/year. Last serviced at 165,174 miles in Roseville, CA on 04/30/21 • Vehicle serviced • Safety inspection performed • Emissions inspection performed.

Can a 2004 Ford Freestar be bought back?