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Ford Freestar repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (8%)

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Ford Freestar engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Ford Freestar 4dr Minivan, ext.

201-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

298000 mi

US $302
Screeching noise similar to belt tensioner - was caused by camshaft synchronizer. Replaced part. Total failure of this part could cause severe or total engine damage. 
24387 mi New Front Rotors, New Fuel Pump 
62000 mi catalytic converter failure. Replaced under 8/80 emissions warranty 
58404 mi

C $290
Replace Ignition Coil Pack (engine running rough at all speeds). ($200 for Ford parts, $90 labour). 
59520 mi

C $210
Replace flexible hose in exhaust system. $90 for Walker exhaust part, $100 labour. (Ford part would have cost $260 CDN). 

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2004 Ford Freestar 4dr Minivan, ext.

201-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

120000 mi

US $170
Crankshaft synchronizer went loud and car stalled few times when on light or stop sign. 
129300 mi

US $680
Car poor idling. No power. Shaking. Replaced intake manifold gasket but didn't fix the issue. It ended up being bad sparking plugs and sparking plug cables. Mechanic was moron and charged me for unneeded intake manifold gasket+fuel filter. 
145000 mi

US $450
Transmission mount.  
173600 mi Coolant leaking when sold. 
150000 mi Torque converter lock up cycling 

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2004 Ford Freestar 4dr Minivan, ext.

193-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

104000 mi

US $102
Number 3 coil failure. Replaced coil. Also replaced maintenance items (spark plugs and spark plug wires) 

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