1991 FORD TAURUS
5 recalls, 946 complaints - 80 TSBs
98V323000 Dec 16, 1998
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANI... Read more
Consequence
IF BOTH REAR CORNERS DROP, STEERING WOULD BECOME SUDDENLY VERY DIFFICULT, AFFECTING VEHICLE CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT BOLTS, REINFORCEMENT PLATES, AND PLATE NUTS.
97V025000 Feb 26, 1997
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L ENGINES AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, IOWA, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, OH... Read more
Consequence
DRIVER CONTROL OF VEHICLE SPEED USING THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM OR THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM WOULD BE DIMINISHED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD A BOOT TO THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE.
94E036000 Nov 25, 1994
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Defect Description
THE ARC WELDS ON THE SWAY BAR BRACKET, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE STRUT RESERVE TUBE, DID NOT FUSE PROPERLY.
Consequence
OVER TIME, A PORTION OF THE BRACKET CAN TEAR AWAY FROM THE STRUT, FALLING INTO AND PUNCTURING THE TIRE OR CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
MONROE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STRUT FREE OF CHARGE.
92V065000 May 11, 1992
WHEELS
Defect Description
CHILDREN CAN ACCIDENTALLY LOCK THEMSELVES IN THE FOOTWELL AREA OF THE REAR-FACING THIRD SEAT, OR IN THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN STATION WAGONS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL THIRD SEAT. ONCE THE COMPARTMENT IS CLOSED IT CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE.
Consequence
THERE IS A DANGER OF AIR DEPRIVATION, HYPERTHERMIA,AND/OR PANIC RESPONSE TO A CHILD WHO HAS LOCKED HIMSELF OR HERSELF INTO THECOMPARTMENT, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF ASPHYXIATION.
Remedy
REPLACE THE SELF-LATCHING ASSEMBLY CURRENTLY USED IN THE REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT WITH A LATCH ASSEMBLY THAT CAN ONLY BE CLOSED WITH A KEY.
91V134000 Aug 6, 1991
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Defect Description
FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED IN AREAS WHERE CALCIUM CHLORIDE AND SODIUM CHLORIDE ARE USED EXTENSIVELY.
Consequence
SEVERELY CORRODED ROTORS MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE NEARTHE INNER EDGES OF THE BRAKE DISCS RESULTING IN REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS,HIGHER THAN NORMAL PEDAL EFFORTS, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND MODERATE PULLS WHENTHE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS MAY INCREASE MINIMUMSTOPPING DISTAN... Read more
Remedy
REPLACE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH FULL CAST FRONT BRAKE ROTORS.
Complaint Statistics
946 total complaints
50 crashes 23 fires 28 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 221 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 88 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 51 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 40 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 28 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 24 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 23 |
| AIR BAGS | 22 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 20 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 19 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 28, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT ... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT ... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 28, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT ... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Oct 15, 2010
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1991 FORD TAURUS. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG MODULE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG MODULE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 13, 2010
Incident date: Dec 16, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED MOVING FORWARD AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT A... Read more
STEERING
May 11, 2010
Incident date: May 10, 2010
A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK NEAR THE RACK RESULTED IN A FIRE, WHICH DESTROYED THE VEHICLE, AFTER ABOUT 30 MINUTES OF HIGHWAY DRIVING. *TR
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mar 24, 2010
Incident date: Jan 13, 1991
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING AN APPROXIMATE SPEED OF 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE RADIATOR, BATTERY, MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTS. THE CONTACT CONFIRMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REP... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 9, 2010
Incident date: Feb 20, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE BUMPER WAS PARTIALLY OUT OF THE GARAGE. HE DROVE APPROXIMATELY 1 MPH, TO CLEAR THE GARAGE DOOR DID NOT TOUCH ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Nov 12, 2007
Incident date: Nov 7, 2007
THE BLOWER MOTOR IN MY 1991 FORD TAURUS IS STARTING TO GO OUT. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR THE LAST WEEK AND A HALF. I WILL TURN THE HEAT ON HIGH IN THE MORNINGS TO WARM UP THE CAR AN WITHIN A 10-15 MINUTE TIME FRAME - THE MOTOR WILL EITHER STOP BLOWING COMPLETELY OR BARELY BLOW. I UNDERS... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Aug 15, 2005
Incident date: Aug 5, 2005
I WAS ADVISED BY A MECHANIC RECENTLY THAT MY VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE. HE SHOWED ME THE REAR SUBFRAME BOLT THAT WAS DETERIORATED TO ABOUT HALF OF ITS ORIGINAL SIZE AND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED HEAVILY AND CRACKED COMPLETELY THROUGH. THIS WAS AFTER THE RECALL WAS DONE ON MY VEHICLE IN 1999 FOR NHTSA ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 14, 2004
Incident date: May 14, 2003
WHILE DRIVING GEARS JUMP. THERE IS RECALL 96V166000. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. THE PROBLEM STILL REMAINS. *AK RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD OF OTHER FORD VEHICLES WITH DESIGN DEFECTS. *TC
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Nov 29, 2004
Incident date: Sep 20, 2004
BELTS ON TIRE BCAME SEPARATED, CAUSING TIRE TO COME APART. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Aug 6, 2004
Incident date: Dec 29, 2003
MY FORD TAURUS 1991 STATION WAGON LUNGED FORWARD UNCONTROLLABLY AFTER BACKING UP, BRAKING, THEN STARTING TO GO FORWARD. IT WENT AGAINST A WALL, THE BRAKE DIDN'T WORK, THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS CRASHED, I HAD TO PUT IT INTO PARK TO STOP IT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF ANY OTHER CAR SAME MAKE AND MODEL HAS... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Aug 6, 2004
Incident date: Dec 29, 2003
MY FORD TAURUS 1991 STATION WAGON LUNGED FORWARD UNCONTROLLABLY AFTER BACKING UP, BRAKING, THEN STARTING TO GO FORWARD. IT WENT AGAINST A WALL, THE BRAKE DIDN'T WORK, THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS CRASHED, I HAD TO PUT IT INTO PARK TO STOP IT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF ANY OTHER CAR SAME MAKE AND MODEL HAS... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jul 1, 2004
Incident date: Jun 22, 2004
I WAS NOTIFIED BY MY MECHANIC THAT MY 1991 TAURUS-STATION WAGON HAD A RECALL REGARDING THE SUB-FRAME. HE SUGGESTED I CALL RIZZO-FORD IN NO. PROVIDENCE, R.I. ON MINERAL SPRING AVE. WHEN I CALLED I SPOKE TO REPRESENTATIVE RICK MARRCONTE AND HE AGREED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL AND HE WOULD FIX MY CAR, BR... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 9, 2004
Incident date: May 28, 2004
WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP A JERKING MOTION WAS PRODUCED. AS A RESULT, STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT. DEALER STATED MOTOR MOUNTS FAILED. A RECALL 98V323000 WAS ISSUED, HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
May 23, 2004
Incident date: Jun 15, 1992
AFTER THE RECOMMENDED 1 YEAR WAIT FOR WAXING, I DECIDED SINCE THE MILD WASHINGS WERE CONTINUING TO MAKE THE CAR DULLER I WOULD GIVE IT A SHINE. IT WAS BAD ENOUGH THAT PAINT CONTINUED TO COME OFF WHEN DRYING REGULARLY BUT I WAS MORTIFIED WHEN I TESTED AN AREA AND IT LOOKED LIKE WATER COLORS WERE USED... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 23, 2004
Incident date: Jun 15, 1992
AFTER THE RECOMMENDED 1 YEAR WAIT FOR WAXING, I DECIDED SINCE THE MILD WASHINGS WERE CONTINUING TO MAKE THE CAR DULLER I WOULD GIVE IT A SHINE. IT WAS BAD ENOUGH THAT PAINT CONTINUED TO COME OFF WHEN DRYING REGULARLY BUT I WAS MORTIFIED WHEN I TESTED AN AREA AND IT LOOKED LIKE WATER COLORS WERE USED... Read more
CHILD SEAT
May 5, 2004
Incident date: May 6, 2003
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CHILD IS ABLE TO FREE HERSELF FROM THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT. ALSO, THE LATCH ON THE HARNESS IS VERY DIFFICULT TO UNDO ONCE IT IS CLOSED. ONE OR THE OTHER OF THESE INCIDENTS OCCURRED AT LEASE NINE TIMES IN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
VISIBILITY
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Oct 15, 2003
I CAN'T POSSIBLY REMEMBER THE DATES THESE THINGS HAPPENED. I PUT A NEW (USED) TRANSMISSION AND THIS ONE IS SLIPPING. I PUT MORE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS THAN YOU WOULD USE IN A LIFE TIME. THE SPRINGS ARE WEAK IN THE BACK, BUT TO EXSPENSIVE TO CHANGE. I PUT A NEW FUEL PUMP AND GAS TANK. I'VE PUT ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 5, 2004
Incident date: Jul 16, 1999
OEM 3.8 LITER V6 ENGINE FAILED, REQUIRING INSTALLTION OF RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINE AT COST OF $3608.47. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mar 5, 2004
Incident date: Aug 28, 1999
OEM AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED, REQUIRING INSTALLATION OF RE-MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION AT COST OF $2,862.51. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 6, 2004
Incident date: Nov 1, 2002
TRANSMISSION JUMPED INTO NEUTRAL WHILE GOING UP HILLS. ONCE WHILE GOING UP A HILL, TRANSMISSION WENT INTO REVERSE, AND VEHICLE WENT BACKWARDS, NEARLY HITTING ANOTHER CAR. *AK *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 17, 2003
Incident date: Oct 10, 2003
MY 1991 FORD TAURUS WAGON HAS ALWAYS HAD MAJOR TRANSAXLE PROBLEMS! ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS THE TRANSMISSION PAN BOLTS LOOSSENED ON THEIR OWN. THIS HAS CAUSED PREMATURE TRANSMISSION DAMAGE, AND NOW THE WAGON RUNS MISSERABLY! THOUGH WE TIGHTENED UP THE BOLTS (FOR THE THIRD TIME) ENOUGH DAMAGE OCCURE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 30, 2003
Incident date: Oct 27, 2002
VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SHIFTS WHILE DRIVING.*MR THE VEHICLE SHIFTED ERRATICALLY. ON OCCASIONS IT WOULD SLAM INTO SECOND GEAR OR NOT AT ALL. THE VEHICLE HESITATED FROM A STOP AND WOULD JUMP INTO NEUTRAL. WHILE DRIVING WHILE DRIVING UPHILL THE VEHICLE JUMPED INTO NEUTRAL WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 28, 2003
Incident date: Aug 28, 2003
CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING HOME, HE TURNED A CORNER AND HEARD A SNAP. THEN, HOOD STARTED TO MOVE UP AND DOWN VIOLENTLY. CONSUMER MANAGED TO BRING VEHICLE HOME AND PARKED IT. THIS HAPPENED TODAY, AND HAS NOT YET HAD TIME TO GET A MECHANIC TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT.*AK
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jun 10, 2003
Incident date: Jun 7, 2003
WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO STATED THE CRADLE MOUNTING WASHER AND BOLTS RUSTED. DEALER INSTALLED SUB FRAMES REAR MOUNT BOLTS, REINFORCEMENT PLATES AND REPLACED NUTS. *AK *CB *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 21, 2003
Incident date: May 18, 2003
THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED AND THEN SHUT OFF. *JB THE TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT SHIFT. *CB *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
May 21, 2003
Incident date: May 18, 2003
THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED AND THEN SHUT OFF. *JB THE TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT SHIFT. *CB *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 7, 2003
Incident date: Mar 20, 2003
MY TRANSMISSION WENT OUT EVEN AFTER DRIVING MY CAR WITH THE UP MOST CARE...AND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO HAS COMPLAINED OF THIS...THE TAURUS IS INFAMOUS FOR THERE TRANSMISSION FAILURES. *JB
WHEELS
Mar 19, 2003
FRONT/REAR WHEELS LOCK UP. *AK
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Feb 10, 2003
AFTER THE RECALL FOR THE REAR LOWER SUBFRAME MOUNT WAS PERFORMED, THE PROBLEM RECURRED.*JB
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jan 13, 2003
AFTER THE DEALERSHIP STONE HAM FORD,STONE HAM MASS, PERFORMED THE RECALL FOR THE SUBFRAME CORROSION 98 V 323 000, THE PROBLEM REOCCURRED.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Dec 4, 2002
CONSUMER STATED HE WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE WITH THE IGNITION KEY, THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE DOWN TO A LOCAL GARAGE AFTER LOOKING AT THE EXTERIOR OF THE SWITCH THE MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THE TYPE OF SWITCH WAS A NOTORIOUS HIGH FAILURE ITEM, HE WAS THEN ABLE TO FORCE THE KEY TO TH... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Nov 13, 2002
Incident date: Oct 27, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER. DEALER NOTIFIED. MR
STRUCTURE
Oct 16, 2002
Incident date: Oct 9, 2002
THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE CARRIAGE BOLT HAD BROKEN, CAUSING THE FRAME TO DROP DOWN ON THE STEERING, CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING. MR RECALL#93V106002 SCC
Crash
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Sep 25, 2002
Incident date: Apr 30, 2002
WHILE DRIVING 50MPH THE TRANSMISSION FAILED NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *SCC
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 25, 2002
Incident date: Apr 30, 2002
WHILE DRIVING 50MPH THE TRANSMISSION FAILED NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *SCC
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Sep 25, 2002
Incident date: Apr 30, 2002
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING 50MPH THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT CAUSING A NEAR ACCIDENT.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Sep 12, 2002
THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLT. ALLEGEDLY RECALL 98V323000 RELATING TO THE MOUNT WAS PERFORMED. HOWEVER CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT NO PREVIOUS REPAIR WORK HAD BEEN DONE ON THE PASSSENGER SIDE REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING PLATE. CONSEQUENCES OF THE BOLT MOUNTING PL... Read more
TIRES
Sep 6, 2002
Incident date: Aug 28, 2002
THE TIRE HAS A CRACK ALL THE WAY AROUND THE TIRE EDGE WHERE THE FLAT MEETS THE SIDE. NOW THE TIRE WON'T HOLD AIR. THE GROOVES OF THE TREAD ARE STILL 3/16 OF AN INCH DEEP SO THERE ISN'T THAT MUCH WEAR TO THE TIRE. WE DIDN'T TAKE IT TO A FIRESTONE DEALER BECAUSE WE KNOW THIS PARTICULAR TIRE ISN'T O... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 3, 2002
Incident date: Jan 2, 1993
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL STAY ON. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE INTO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, BUT DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE. *AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 FORD TAURUS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 26.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 FORD TAURUS
80 manufacturer communications from 71 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 10 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 5 |
| 138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 3 |
| 136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 3 |
| 034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 3 |
| 022000 SUSPENSION:REAR | 2 |
02107
May 27, 2002
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
TRANSFER SERVICE TIPS FOR THE FRONT WIPER MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND DEPRESSED PARK OUTPUT ARM. *TT
01194
Oct 1, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS ARITLCE IS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OF OLD STYLE HOOD LAMP SWITCH TO THE RVISED MECHANICAL HOOD LAMP SWITCH. *TT
01157
Aug 6, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
01156
Aug 6, 2001
138600 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC
01124
Jun 25, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ON SOME VEHICLES, ENGINE OIL MAY CONTINUE TO LEAK FROM THE ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET AREA AFTER AN ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET REPAIR HAS BEEN PERFORMED. *TT
011201
Jun 25, 2001
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
THIS INFORMATION IS A SUPPLEMENT TO THE WIPER SYSTEM SERVICE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE WORKSHOP MANUALS. THIS SERVICE INFORMATION IS INTENDED AS AN AID TO ASSIST IN DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF ERRATIC WIPER SYSTEM CONDITIONS.
14811
Apr 1, 2001
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
INFORMATION ON ADDITIONAL PARTS REQUIRED WHEN REPLACING TRANSFER CASE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPPED WITH AX4S TRANSAXLE. *TT
0015
Jan 10, 2000
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
99222
Oct 18, 1999
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT
99196
Sep 20, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
99183
Sep 6, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
99152
Jul 26, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT
99129
Jun 14, 1999
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
EXPERIENCING A WHINE / BUZZ TYPE NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO ON VEHICLES WITH AN IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP. *TT
99816
May 3, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT
12559
Mar 1, 1999
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
CONCERNS WITH REVERSE CLUTCH THAT COULD BECOME SHEARED OR TORN IN EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES. *TT
5897
Mar 1, 1999
017500 STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
EXPERIENCING A SQUEAKING AND / OR POPPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OUTER TIRE RODS. *TT
12570
Mar 1, 1999
017500 STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT FRONT OUTER TIE RODS SQUEAK AND / OR POP NOISE OVER BUMPS AND / OR TURNING. *TT
12616
Mar 1, 1999
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
INFORMATION ON TRANSAXLE SERVICE CASE REPLACEMENT WITH OSS (OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR) HOLE. *TT
98246
Dec 7, 1998
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC
982310
Nov 23, 1998
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)- SENSOR CONTAMINATION- SERVICE TIP. *AK
12178
Nov 1, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 98-5A-12 (TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE-VEHICLES TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES) DOES NOT LIST TOWING INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES. *MJS
9802169838
May 27, 1998
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
TRANSAXLES USE A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID. *YC
9888
Apr 27, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC
9874
Apr 13, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC
9873
Apr 13, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT
9852
Apr 13, 1998
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC
982675
Apr 1, 1998
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
A REVISED FORWARD CLUTCH INNER SEAL FOR THE AXOD, AXODE, AX4S & AX4N TRANSAXLE IS AVAILABLE WITH IMPROVED SEALING AND REDUCED CHANCE OF THE SEAL ROLLING DURING INSTALLATION. *YC
985A12
Mar 18, 1998
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR TOWING BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. *TT
985A13
Mar 18, 1998
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE. *YC
985A6
Mar 18, 1998
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
SOME VEHICLES MAY CYCLE WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED ON ROUGH ROADS OR ON AN INCLINE WHILE MAKING A SHARP TURN. *YC
9849
Mar 2, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CONCERNS WITH COOLANT MAY LEAK FROM THE HEAD GASKETS AND / OR THE VEHICLE MAY OVERHEAT. *YC
9848
Mar 2, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ANNOUNCING THE FORD OEM AIR CONDITIONING RETROFIT KIT AVAILABILITY. *YC
9811329
Feb 1, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION REGARDING THE THE AVAILABILITY OF THE REVISED HEADGASKET FOR COOLANT LOSS CONDITIONS ON SOME ENGINES. *TT
97111097234
Nov 10, 1997
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
VEHICLES EXHIBITING A "SQUEAKING" OR "CHIRPING" FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW BLOWER MOTOR SPEEDS. *YC
97111097237
Nov 10, 1997
100000 POWER TRAIN
CONCERNS WITH HARSH ENGAGEMENTS AND HARSH SHIFTS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 628, P0741 AND/OR P1744. *YC
97610
Mar 17, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRPING" OR "SQUEAKING" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD
97613
Mar 17, 1997
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
TRANSAXLE- AX4S/AX4N- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) 628, P0741 AND/OR P1744 STORED IN MEMORY AFTER TRANSAXLE EXCHANGE. *JD
9768
Mar 17, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD
97511
Mar 3, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD
9743
Feb 17, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLOWER MOTOR- "CHIRP" OR "SQUEAK" FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *JD
BC101209702
Jan 2, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
VERIFY THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE IS THE CORRECT MODEL AND MODEL YEAR FOR THE VEHICLE. *JD
9716
Jan 2, 1997
015200 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
SOME POWER STEERING HOSES HAVE BEEN REPLACED WITH A REVISED DESIGN AND SHOULD NO LONGER BE USED FOR SERVICE. *JD
962612
Dec 16, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW
96246
Nov 18, 1996
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW
96249
Nov 18, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW
BC7235961101
Nov 1, 1996
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A CHATTER WHEN RELEASING THE CLUTCH IN REVERSE GEAR. *TW
96221
Oct 21, 1996
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW
BC9683961001
Oct 1, 1996
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PROCEDURE FOR UPDATING THE CALIBRATION FROM R-11 TO R-12 FOR STALLING ON DECEL & MISFIRE CODES ON 3.0L VEHICLES. *TT
BC9584961001
Oct 1, 1996
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
INFORMATION FOR CONCERNS OF GRUNT OR GROAN DURING WHEEL RETURN FROM FULL RIGHT TURN. *TT
95212
Oct 1, 1995
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE BECAUSE IT MAY BE INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE RUBBER MATERIAL USED IN THE DISC BRAKE SYSTEM. IF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE IS USED TO LUBRICATE ANY PAR
95203
Oct 1, 1995
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
A 'GROANING' NOISE MAY COME FROM THE FRONT POWER WINDOWS AFTER THE GLASS IS POWERED FULL UP. THIS NOISE IS CAUSED BY IMPROPER LUBRICATION ON THE WINDOW REGULATOR MECHANISM SLIDING SURFACES. THE GREASE GETS WIPED OFF FROM SLIDING SURFACES D
95191
Sep 1, 1995
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM MAY HAVE A 'GRUNT' AND/OR 'GROAN' NOISE. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY HYDRAULIC FLUID MOVEMENT WITHIN THE POWER STEERING RACK.
95157
Jul 1, 1995
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
THE TORQUE CONVERTER IDENTIFICATION CODES HAVE BEEN REVISED AS OF 3/1/95. *SD
95153
Jul 1, 1995
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TEMPERATURE GAUGE - FLUCTUATING AND /OR INACCURATE HIGH READINGS. *SD
9592
May 1, 1995
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
UNKNOWN
FD950526
May 1, 1995
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
UNKNOWN
95105
May 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TW
FD9505
May 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
UNKNOWN
9582
Apr 1, 1995
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
A REVISED SERVICE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TW
9582
Apr 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
A REVISED SERVICE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TW
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNKNOWN
RCL/94E55
Mar 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
UNKNOWN
9556
Mar 1, 1995
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
PREMATURE WEAR ON INNER EDGES OF REAR TIRES MAY BE CAUSED BY REAR CAMBER AND TOE SETTINGS THAT ARE NOT WITHIN SPECIFICATION. *TW
95511
Mar 1, 1995
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
CHIRP OR SQUEAK FROM BLOWER MOTOR. *TW
9562
Mar 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
ROUGHNESS CONCERN DURING BRAKE APPLICATION. *TW
9566
Mar 1, 1995
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
CHIRP OR SQUEAK NOISE FROM BLOWER MOTOR AT LOW SPEEDS. *TW
9534
Feb 1, 1995
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
RATTLING OR CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE FRON SUSPENSION. *TW
9546
Feb 1, 1995
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT - UPGRADED SERVICE KITS. *TW
9511
Jan 1, 1995
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
PREMATURE WEAR ON THE INNER EDGES OF REAR TIRES. *TW
9523
Jan 1, 1995
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ERRATIC DISTANCE-TO-EMPTY AND FUEL GAUGE READINGS. *TW
94247
Nov 1, 1994
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON MAY CRACK ON ITS OUTSIDE DIAMETER. *TW
ONP/94M84
Nov 1, 1994
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ERRATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION. *TW
94243
Nov 1, 1994
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT STRUTS. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD TAURUS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE12033
Opened: Oct 24, 2012 , Closed: Jun 26, 2013
Speed control cable damage
On June 21, 2013, Ford initiated Customer Satisfaction Program 13B04 to address a concern with Speed Control Cable damage in certain model year (MY) 2000 through 2003 Taurus and Sable vehicles equipped with 3.0L 4V Duratec engines and built at the Chicago assembly plant.In the dealer letter for the ... Read more
PE12005
Opened: Mar 7, 2012 , Closed: Oct 22, 2012
Stuck throttle
Preliminary Evaluation (PE)12-005 was opened to investigate allegations of speed control cables detaching from the throttle body and subsequently interfering with the throttle closing fully to the idle position in model year (MY) 2005 and 2006 Ford Taurus vehicles.The speed control cable, throttle b... Read more
EA08018
Opened: Aug 28, 2008 , Closed: Jun 30, 2011
Front Suspension Coil Spring Fracture
To date, ODI is aware of 2,401 non-duplicative complaints related to the alleged defect. In addition, ODI is aware of 1,411 subject vehicles with one or more warranty claims related to the alleged defect. In total, ODI is aware of 3,645 unique subject vehicles that have experienced one or more front... Read more
DP06005
Opened: Dec 4, 2006 , Closed: Dec 28, 2007
ENGINE STALLING FFV
ON OCTOBER 11, 2006, PUBLIC CITIZEN PETITIONED ODI TO INVESTIGATE REPORTS OF ENGINE STALLS CAUSED BY E85 FUEL IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2003 - 2005 FORD TAURUS FLEX-FUEL VEHICLES (FFV). ODI'S REVIEW OF THE PETITION AND OTHER AVAILABLE DATA FOUND A LOW STALL RATE ATTRIBUTABLE TO E-85 FUELING AND THA... Read more
EA06002
Opened: Jan 24, 2006 , Closed: Feb 5, 2007
REAR COIL SPRING FRACTURE
ODI'S ANALYSIS IDENTIFIED A HIGH COMPLAINT RATE FOR THE REAR COIL SPRINGS IN THE SALT BELT STATES (APPROXIMATELY 250 PER 100,000 VEHICLES).APPROXIMATELY 59 PERCENT OF THE COMPLAINTS ALLEGED THAT THE COIL SPRING FAILURE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE ADJACENT REAR TIRE, WITH ABOUT HALF OF THESE (30 PERCENT OF ... Read more
PE05054
Opened: Sep 27, 2005 , Closed: Jan 24, 2006
REAR COIL SPRING FRACTURE
THE OFFICE OF DEFECT INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED PRELIMINARY EVALUATION, PE05-054, BASED ON 131 VEHICLE OWNER QUESTIONNAIRES RELATED TO ALLEGED REAR COIL SPRING FRACTURES.SINCE OPENING THE INVESTIGATION THERE HAVE BEEN AN ADDITIONAL SIXTY-THREE (63) COMPLAINTS ALLEGING REAR COIL SPRING FRACTURE.AN AN... Read more
RP03001
Opened: Oct 31, 2003 , Closed: Mar 23, 2004
BRAKE/ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLICATION
MS. RODMAN REPORTED THAT AFTER HER VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED FOR THE RECALL, HER MOTHER EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND CRASHED THE SABLE INTO A LIGHT POLE.PREVIOUSLY NHTSA HAD CONDUCTED AN INVESTIGATION FOR THIS ISSUE (PE02-035) THAT RESULTED IN THE RECALL (02V-266) OF 369,000 MY 2000-2002 TAURUS... Read more
RQ03008
Opened: Oct 23, 2003 , Closed: Mar 5, 2004
BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE
FORD CONDUCTED A RECALL IN MARCH, 2001 TO CORRECT A DEFECT AFFECTING THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH IN MY 2000 THROUGH EARLY-2001 TAURUS AND SABLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (RECALL 01V-078).RQ03-008 WAS OPENED TO INVESTIGATE COMPLAINTS CONCERNING THE REMEDY AND SCOPE OF 01V-078.ODI'S AN... Read more
EA03010
Opened: Jul 2, 2003 , Closed: Jun 23, 2004
FRONTAL AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT IN CRASH
THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED A TOTAL OF 427 REPORTS ALLEGING NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS.OF THE 427 REPORTS, TWO INCIDENTS (FATAL CRASHES) HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS SEVERE FRONTAL CRASHES IN WHICH THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.A DEFECT TREND HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED AT THIS TIME.FURTH... Read more
PE03002
Opened: Jan 6, 2003 , Closed: Jul 2, 2003
FRONTAL AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT IN CRASH
FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS IDENTIFIED 260 REPORTS ALLEGING FRONTAL AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT FOR ANY (SEVERITY) FRONTAL OR NEAR-FRONTAL CRASH ON MODEL YEAR 2000-2001 FORD TAURUS AND MERCURY SABLE VEHICLES.ADDITIONAL CRASH REPORTS ARE CONTAINED IN NHTSA'S FATALITY ANALYSIS REPORTING SYSTEM (FARS) DATABASE.T... Read more
PE02080
Opened: Oct 22, 2002 , Closed: Apr 29, 2003
FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING FRACTURE
A TOTAL OF 161 FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING FAILURES ARE KNOWN TO ODI AND FORD FROM ALL SOURCES, 59 OF THESE LEADING TO TIRE DAMAGE.THESE FAILURES ARE CONCENTRATED IN THE CORROSION STATES, WHERE 253,814 SUBJECT VEHICLES WERE SOLD.WARRANTY AND CONSUMER COMPLAINT DATA SHOW THAT THE SUBJECT FLEET EXPERIENCE... Read more
PE02035
Opened: Mar 15, 2002 , Closed: Oct 22, 2002
BRAKE/ACCEL PEDAL SEPARATION
RQ99017
Opened: Aug 9, 1999 , Closed: Feb 16, 2000
FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING
There is no summary currently available
EA99023
Opened: Aug 6, 1999 , Closed: Jun 12, 2001
WINDSHIELD WIPER
ODI has received 50 additional complaiints on MY 1993 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles alleging malfunction of the windshield wiper system including; intermittent or complete stoppage of wiper sweeping; inadequate sweep speed; and other general complaints of poor performace.In some cases, the ... Read more
PE99015
Opened: Feb 24, 1999 , Closed: Aug 6, 1999
WINDSHIELD WIPER
ALLEGED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL WITHOUT WARNING
RQ98016
Opened: Sep 29, 1998 , Closed: Jan 12, 1999
FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING BREAKAGE
FRONT SUSPENSION SPRINGS AY BREAK DUE TO MANUFACTURING CRACHS IN COMBINATION WITH CORROSION.
EA97026
Opened: Nov 26, 1997 , Closed: May 13, 1998
FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING FAILURE
ALLEGED THE FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS MAY FRACTURE, PERMITTING SUSPENSION COLLAPSE, POSSIBLE TIRE PUNCTURE AND THE POTENTIAL FOR COMPROMISE TO VEHICLE SAFETY
RQ97009
Opened: Aug 29, 1997 , Closed: Feb 16, 1999
REAR LOWER SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY
TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE CARS THAT WERE NOT INCLUDED IN THE SAFETY RECALL 93V-106 SHOULD BE RECALLED DUE TO THE SAME FAILURE PHENOMENON, AND TO DETERMINE IF THERE IS REMEDY FAILURE ISSUE
PE97035
Opened: Jul 22, 1997 , Closed: Nov 26, 1997
FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING FAILURE
Front Suspension coil springs may fracture with the vehicle in motion, posing a potential compromise to the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
EA96024
Opened: Sep 30, 1996 , Closed: Apr 15, 1997
ENGINE COOLING FAN FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA96019
Opened: Jul 31, 1996 , Closed: Jan 26, 1998
HEADLIGHT FAILURE
EXCESSIVE HEAT IN AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED CIRCUIT BREAKER WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CAUSED THAT CIRCUIT BREAKER TO OPEN FOR TIME PERIODS OF VARYING LENGTH TO COOL OFF.OPENING OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IN THIS MANNER INTERRUPTS ELECTRIC CURRENT FLOW TO THE HEADLIGHTS, SHUTTING THEM OFF.HEADLIGHT OU... Read more
PE96033
Opened: May 2, 1996 , Closed: Sep 30, 1996
ENGINE COOLING FAN FIRES
IN DECEMBER 1995, FORD RECALLED 119,313 VEHICLES IN CANADA TO REMEDY THE SUBJECT CONDITION IN CERTAIN 1992-95 TAURUS, SABLE, TEMPO, TOPAZ AND CONTINENTAL VEHICLES.FORD IS AWARE OF SIMILAR INCIDENTS OCCURRING IN NORTHERN REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES, BUT MAINTAINS THAT THE FREQUENCIES DO NOT WARRANT ... Read more
PE96018
Opened: Mar 5, 1996 , Closed: Jul 31, 1996
HEADLIGHTS FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
DP95004
Opened: Aug 8, 1995 , Closed: Aug 30, 1995
ALLEGED DEFECTIVE TIE RODS
ALLEGED DEFECTIVE TIE RODS
PE95026
Opened: May 1, 1995 , Closed: Aug 31, 1995
PLASTIC TRIM PANEL SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
DP94006
Opened: Jul 11, 1994 , Closed: Jan 26, 1995
POWER STEERING FLUID FIRES
POWER STEERING FLUID FIRES
EA94008
Opened: Feb 16, 1994 , Closed: Feb 27, 1995
BROKEN TIE RODS
There is no summary currently available
PE93100
Opened: Dec 2, 1993 , Closed: Jun 30, 1994
POLYCAST ROAD WHEEL CRACKS
There is no summary currently available
PE93099
Opened: Nov 30, 1993 , Closed: Mar 28, 1994
STEERING LCK-UP/IMPEDIMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE93070
Opened: Jul 27, 1993 , Closed: Nov 22, 1993
FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS
There is no summary currently available
PE93065
Opened: Jul 15, 1993 , Closed: Nov 30, 1993
UNDERBODY FUEL LINE FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE93058
Opened: Jun 15, 1993 , Closed: Feb 16, 1994
BROKEN TIE RODS
There is no summary currently available
EA92040
Opened: Nov 30, 1992 , Closed: Jun 30, 1993
SUB-FRM/UNIBODY ABSOR.FAIL
There is no summary currently available
PE92056
Opened: Jul 1, 1992 , Closed: Nov 30, 1992
SUB-FRM/UNIBODY ABSOR.FAIL
There is no summary currently available
PE92044
Opened: Apr 27, 1992 , Closed: Aug 31, 1992
POWER STEERING LEAKS/FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE92014
Opened: Feb 4, 1992 , Closed: Jun 25, 1992
ENGINE MOUNT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA91042
Opened: Oct 28, 1991 , Closed: May 21, 1992
STORAGE COMPAR SUFFOCATION
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DP91013
Opened: Sep 24, 1991 , Closed: Jan 30, 1992
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
PE91128
Opened: Sep 17, 1991 , Closed: Jan 27, 1992
FIRES IN IGNITION SWITCH
There is no summary currently available
PE91108
Opened: Aug 1, 1991 , Closed: Oct 28, 1991
STORAGE COMPAR SUFFOCATION
There is no summary currently available
PE91036
Opened: Jan 22, 1991 , Closed: May 22, 1991
DOOR HANDLES BREAKAGE
There is no summary currently available
EA91011
Opened: Dec 18, 1990 , Closed: Aug 13, 1992
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA90045
Opened: Sep 28, 1990 , Closed: Sep 12, 1991
BRAKE DISC HUB SEPARATIONS
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PE90113
Opened: Aug 20, 1990 , Closed: Dec 18, 1990
SAFETY BELT BUCKLE LOCKING
There is no summary currently available
PE90104
Opened: Aug 2, 1990 , Closed: Aug 30, 1990
WHEEL SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
PE90071
Opened: Apr 2, 1990 , Closed: Jun 28, 1990
BRAKE DISC HUB FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE90066
Opened: Mar 27, 1990 , Closed: Aug 31, 1990
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
PE90019
Opened: Nov 27, 1989 , Closed: Mar 27, 1990
SPEED CONTROL FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA90005
Opened: Oct 31, 1989 , Closed: Mar 12, 1991
POWER SEAT MALFUNC/FIRE
There is no summary currently available
EA90006
Opened: Oct 31, 1989 , Closed: Feb 28, 1991
SAFETY BELT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE89126
Opened: Jun 1, 1989 , Closed: Oct 31, 1989
SAFETY BELT FAILURE
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PE89125
Opened: Jun 1, 1989 , Closed: Oct 31, 1989
PWR SEAT MALFUNC - FIRE
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EA89023
Opened: May 25, 1989 , Closed: May 22, 1990
FRONT SEAT BRACKET
SUMMARY:THE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL APPEARS TO BE THE POTENTIALCONSEQUENCE OF A SEAT BRACKET FAILURE.===
PE89091
Opened: Feb 17, 1989 , Closed: Jul 13, 1989
EXHAUST GAS INTRUSION
SUMMARY: OWNERS COMPLAIN OF EXHAUST GASES, INCLUDING HYDROGEN SULFIDE,LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING NAUSEA, HEADACHES, ANDDISCOMFORT.HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S) IS A COLORLESS, FLAMMABLE, ANDVERY POISONOUS GAS.===
PE89007
Opened: Oct 19, 1988 , Closed: May 25, 1989
FRONT SEAT BRACKET
BRIEFING NOTES ODISCUSSION OF THE REPORTED DEFECT & ITS CONSEQUENCES OFAILURE MILEAGE ANALYSIS OWARRANTY DATA ANALYSIS OFORD'S BODY & CHASSIS ENGINEERING REPORT OCOMPARISON WITH OTHER SEAT-TRACK ANALYSES===
PE89006
Opened: Oct 19, 1988 , Closed: Jun 26, 1989
HEAD REST DROPS
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EA88032
Opened: Apr 22, 1988 , Closed: Jan 12, 1990
STALLING
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PE88014
Opened: Jan 15, 1988 , Closed: May 26, 1988
HIGH BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT
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PE87030
Opened: May 12, 1987 , Closed: Aug 24, 1987
STEERING BINDING
BASED ON AN ODI FAILURE REPORT ANALYSIS SHOWING 6 COMPLAINTS, 4 ACCIDENTSAND 3 INUJURIES, A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION WAS OPENED AND AN INFORMATIONREQUEST WAS SENT TO FORD.SUBSEQUENTLY, ODI RECEIVED 4 ADDITIONAL COM-PLAINTS.FURTHER INFORMATION WAS DEVELOPED WHICH LED TO DELETION OF 4COMPLAINTS AND THE ... Read more
DP86014
Opened: Jul 23, 1986 , Closed: Aug 21, 1986
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
FORD TAURUS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD TAURUS across all model years (1986, 2019).
173
Total Recalls
24,046
Total Complaints
60
Investigations
1,466
Reported Crashes
697
Reported Fires
43
Reported Deaths
FORD TAURUS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 19 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 67 | View |
| 2017 | 4 | 53 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 104 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 356 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 297 | View |
| 2013 | 9 | 755 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 100 | View |
| 2011 | 4 | 251 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 286 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 77 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 240 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 196 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 415 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 1,005 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 482 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 1,524 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 1,759 | View |
| 2001 | 10 | 1,264 | View |
| 2000 | 8 | 1,497 | View |
| 1999 | 7 | 1,100 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 680 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 1,003 | View |
| 1996 | 8 | 1,132 | View |
| 1995 | 6 | 1,597 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 1,284 | View |
| 1993 | 8 | 2,206 | View |
| 1992 | 6 | 1,009 | View |
| 1991 (current) | 5 | 946 | |
| 1990 | 8 | 542 | View |
| 1989 | 7 | 762 | View |
| 1988 | 6 | 462 | View |
| 1987 | 9 | 355 | View |
| 1986 | 9 | 150 | View |
| 1985 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1984 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1983 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1981 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1977 | 0 | 2 | View |