I am currently waiting to have my rear end replaced because of a truck-thumping vibration at 55mph. Per usual Ford conduct what was supposed to be fixed last friday or today is now up in the air as to when it will be fixed. The part number has now changed. How much of a hit will I take on resale value due to numbers no longer matching up?

Problems in the First 5000 miles:

1. A/C Undercharged
2. Bad Tire found by Road Force Balance (35)
3. Interior Trim loose by broken clip
4. New Rear Axle need for 55mph vibe
5. Front Brakes Replaced
6. Alignment of vehicle off to left, dealer couldn't fix. Trying for a second time now.

Jansen

 

I think if you keep a detailed list of all the "fixes" that you should be fine. On our families old 96 Avalon we went through 12+ grand of insurance repairs; 3 trannys, valve covers, suspension replacements, etc. It ended up getting us about 3 grand more out of the car than we could have otherwise.