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2012 Ford Flex repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (16%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)

Other (0%)

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2012 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

37000 mi

US $30
PCM Power Control Module failed and needed to be replaced. Triggered check engine light. Dealer fixed under 80k mi powertrain warranty. My cost was for replacement key. 
90000 mi

US $3200
transfer case replacement AWD 

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2012 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

27000 mi The computer went out and the car was having electrical issues. We traded it in. 

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2012 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

97000 mi

US $700
PTU was leaking, tried to fix but was unable. Had to replace entire PTU module. $1700 

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2012 Ford Flex Transmission Problems

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