1993 FORD PROBE PROBLEMS

1993 FORD PROBE PROBLEMS

Model Trims

Probe 2.2 GT (147 Hp)

Probe 2.2i (111 Hp)

Probe 3.0 i V6 (147 Hp)

Probe 2.0 16V (117 Hp)

Probe 2.5 V6 24V (165 Hp)

1993 FORD PROBE PROBLEMS

Issues by Year

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Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Transmission:

    • $100 speed sensor caused $2,500 transmission replacement per dealership
    • Automatic transaxle has an unexplained defect, most repair businesses will not touch these cars

  • 2. Brakes:

    • Both rear brake calipers seizing, causing the entire wheel to get extremely hot
    • ABS brake failure, also replaced left rear brake caliper
    • Both rear calipers seized due to deteriorated handbrake pivot-pin seal
    • Rear brake calipers seized, resulting in brake failure

  • 3. Airbag:

    • Airbag did not deploy during front-end collision at 55 mph
    • Airbag sensor failed
    • Airbag monitor failed

  • 4. Ignition:

    • Ignitor inside distributor failed multiple times, causing the engine to stall
    • Distributor system failed, causing the vehicle to shutdown
    • Igniter failed, causing the car to stall at highway speeds

  • 5. Suspension:

    • Front coil spring broke while driving
    • Rack and pinion locking up while making turns

  • 6. Stalling:

    • Vehicle stalls at intersections, mostly in cold weather
    • Vehicle stalls at ten mph or below
    • Vehicle stalls in traffic without warning

  • 7. Electrical:

    • Short in alternator caused vehicle to catch on fire
    • Electrical short in wiring caused vehicle to catch on fire in the dash area

  • 8. Miscellaneous:

    • Oil pressure gauge reads low
    • Interior ticking noise coming from the engine
    • Problem with noisy throw-out bearings, bearing replaced once
    • Car was rear-ended, no rear seatbelts present
    • Paint has a lot of tiny little cracks
    • Vehicle caught on fire near fuel tank

  • 9. Brakes (Repeated Issue):

    • Both rear brake calipers seized multiple times
    • Rear brake drum locking up on cold mornings
    • Parking brake not releasing, causing rear calipers to overheat

  • 10. Air Conditioning:

    • Continuous problems with air conditioning compressor
    • Air idle bypass valve failed, causing loss of power steering, speed, and engine control

  • 11. Hatchback:

    • Hatchback assembly struts malfunctioned, causing the hatchback to fall unexpectedly
    • Hatchback strut failed, causing hatchback to fall
    • Hatchback hit consumer on the head and back

  • 12. Windows:

    • Rear hatch door will not stay open on its own
    • Window assembly on both drivers and passengers side broke within a week apart
    • Window molding failed

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