MYRModel Year Report

1995 Ford Contour

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1995 Ford Contour
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
893
Recalls
12

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
7

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

30% of complaints

Complaints per year

1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 893 complaints 1995 893 1996: 563 complaints 1997: 218 complaints 1997 1998: 846 complaints 1999: 419 complaints 1999 2000: 199 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001
1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 893 complaints 1995 893 1996: 563 complaints 1996 1997: 218 complaints 1997 1998: 846 complaints 1998 1999: 419 complaints 1999 2000: 199 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001
1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 893 complaints 1995 893 1996: 563 complaints 1996 1997: 218 complaints 1997 1998: 846 complaints 1998 1999: 419 complaints 1999 2000: 199 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001

1995: 893 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19933
199412
1995893
1996563
1997218
1998846
1999419
2000199
20014

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

30% · 269 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and fan.

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The car had just been turned off, a faint odor of something hot was noticed but figured the heating fan motor was malfunctioning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-14

I purchased car 1998 and now I had to get a engine put in my car. Dt

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-11

Electrical system

23% · 207 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

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I bought a car on aug O8,2003. It broke down an hour later on the highway. I took it to tinks and the mechanic russ told me that the were 20-30 wires that need to be replace and that the car was no good.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-17

Power train

15% · 135 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Ford Contour. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted after fifteen minutes and driven to the contact's residence.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-20

Suspension

10% · 90 reports

Most commonly citing coil springs and springs.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Ford Contour. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the contact noticed that the front passenger side tire was flat. The tire was replaced with a spare, which was also punctured.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-14

Service brakes

10% · 88 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

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Safety timeline

12 recalls · 7 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-10-14Fuel system, gasoline94V203000 The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.

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    1994-10-15Fuel system, gasoline94V184000 A metal shield on the outside of the plastic fuel filler pipe can develop a static electrical charge during refueling of the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, modify the vehicles by adding a ground strap between the filler pipe shield and the body.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1995Complaint volume 893 complaints filed for this model year.
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    1995-02-10Air bags95E006002 The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate from the…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.

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    1995-02-17Visibility95V009000 The glass tempering process on the right hand rear door windows was not correctly performed. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 205, "Glazing materials."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the right rear door glass.

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    1995-12-27Fuel system, gasoline95V232000 The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement, constructed from two separately molded pieces, can leak at the weld.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assemblies with units containing one-piece molded reinforcements.

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    1995-12-27Seat belts95V228000 Cracks have been found in the front safety belt outboard anchor tabs due to a combination of hydrogen embrittlement of the tab and stress introduced during attachment of the anchor tab to the seat…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install an anchor tab reinforcement or replacement of the complete front seat belt assembly if an anchor tab is found to have fractured.

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    1998-01-13Vehicle speed control97V225000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the traction control option. The throttle cables were damaged during vehicle assembly leading to fraying or separation of the throttle cable.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable with a revised design that is less susceptible to bending or kinking during installation.

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    1998-09-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-02-04 Front suspension coil spring failure
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    1998-11-20Power train98V233000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The floor shift automatic transmission control can be damaged if subjected to certain interior cleaning products. The gear position indicator can…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the automatic transmission floor shift control.

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    1999-08-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-02-23 Engine cooling fan fires
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    1999-09-15Recall queryClosed 2001-03-07 Various intermittent electrical issues
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    2000-02-23Engineering analysisClosed 2000-11-09 Engine cooling fan fires
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    2000-06-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2001-01-05 Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
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    2001-01-05Engineering analysisClosed 2001-07-31 Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
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    2001-02-05Engine and engine cooling00V367000 Vehicle description: 1995 passenger vehicles equipped with the 2.0L and 2.5L engines, and 1996 vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. Tightening of the engine cooling fan motor bearings, up to and…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a positive temperature coefficient device in-line with each fan motor. Ford will also extend the warranty on the engine cooling fan assembly to a total of 8 years of service or…

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    2001-08-29Visibility01I009000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1995-1997 Ford Contour and Mercury mystique…

    Remedy: Ford will provide additional warranty coverage for the heater blower switch for 10 years from original date of sale of the vehicle or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Dealers will install a…

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    2002-02-26Recall queryClosed 2002-09-12 Incorrect gear indication
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    2006-03-20Service brakes, hydraulic06E022000 Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain Ford, daimlerchrysler, and Jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the…

    Remedy: Affinia (Brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at…

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    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…

    Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Ford Contour — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 269 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 207 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 135 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V203000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 94V184000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95E006002 · Air bags
  • Recall 95V009000 · Visibility
  • Recall 95V232000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95V228000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 97V225000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 98V233000 · Power train
  • Recall 00V367000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 01I009000 · Visibility
  • Recall 06E022000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
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FAQ

Is the 1995 Ford Contour reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Ford Contour is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Contour?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Contour have?
12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.