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2006 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 43 repairs.
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2006 Ford Taurus engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (24%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Ford Taurus

Engine not specified

95000 mi

US $95
Idle Air Control Valve (IAC) failed causing stalling during driving and warm up. Two repair shops could not figure it out. I read other examples on this site and purchased the part and replaced it in 15 minutes. Runs perfectly now 
119040 mi

C $200
Change flexible exhaust part 

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2006 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

34000 mi Engine Stalls, Raw Gas Smell on Hot Start, Uneven Idle, Gas Mileage down to ~13MPG from ~18-20MPG when new. Ford Engine Diag, no codes, no TSBs and no Fix :-( Unless CEL comes on Ford won't tshoot. Probably will sell vehicle. 
34330 mi

US $345
EGR valve replaced by independent garage for gas mileage problem. Does not fix engine. 
38509 mi

US $224
Replace Upper manifold O-rings for gas mileage problem. Does not fix engine. 
66000 mi

US $240
Check Engine light illuminated. Replaced gas vapor sensor 
144000 mi

US $175
Needed a new serpentine belt and new tensioner. 
170000 mi Engine quit pumping oil, no low oil pressure lights or message. Spun main bearings car is done... 
127500 mi

US $300
Cooling System. Oil Cooler damaged. Replacement of Radiator, Radiator Coolan Dispenser and Thermostat. 
133000 mi

US $246
Water Pump and Thermostat replacement 
156000 mi

US $1010
Timing chain housing with corrosion. Water leaked into the engine and mixed with the oil. Timing chain housing was changed along with the timing chain.  The radiator was replaced under warranty since it was recently replaced. 
172000 mi

US $750
Radiator Replacement. 
158 mi

US $200
Replacement and one engine support bracket 
81000 mi

US $600
Replaced fuel pump..car would not start...bad pump from previous repair 
82200 mi

US $445
Codes: cam shaft synchronizer; other issues 
83200 mi

US $770
Ignition codes: Cam shaft synchronizer again. rotors. 

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2006 Ford Taurus Engine Problems

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