| Issue ID | 780457 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10322608 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | FREESTAR |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 28/03/10 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While driving vehicle approx 25 mph, vehicle had slight surge then came to a stop. Would not go into drive or reverse. Acted as if it was always in neutral. Occurred only once, currently at dealership. Indicating failed torque converter. Need to replace torque converter and overhaul transmission for $2500. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 27000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CANTON, MI |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 25 |
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