| Issue ID | 847437 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10386478 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | FREESTAR |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 27/02/11 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Driving on interstate at 75 mph with cruise control on, engine rpm rapidly increased and vehicle slowed in speed. Cruise control was disengaged, depressing the accelerator caused an increase in rpm, but vehicle had no motive power. Pulledto shoulder of interstate, vehicle would not move in any gear. Towed for repairs-cause of failure attributed to torque converter current mileage-77069. Parts required to effect repairs-torque converter overhaul kit, bushing kit, outside diameter band, pump rotor kit, clutch completer. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 77069 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HINTON, WV |
| VIN pattern | 2FMZA57645BXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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| Vehicle speed | 75 |
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