2003 Ford Taurus Ford Taurus 2003

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2003 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 126 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2003 Ford Taurus.

2003 Ford Taurus other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

58000 mi

US $50
Hood latch would not engage completely. Only secondary latch worked 

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2003 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

60209 mi

US $363
Washer fluid lines rotted, driver's side nozzle not spraying correctly - line and nozzle replaced Passenger side tires losing air - resealed both tires **Cost includes additional routine maintenance 
111000 mi Hood didn't latch. Disassembled, cleaned latch mechanism, adjusted mechanism higher when installed to fix problem. 
91000 mi

US $780
Water leak, in trunk lid mounted brake light, which was never connected during mfg. according to repair shop. Air conditioning was also checked as source of leak and from below chassis as well with sprinkler. 

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2003 Ford Taurus Other Problems

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